Decatylen lozenges 40 pieces

Pharmacodynamics. As a bactericidal and fungistatic agent, dequalinium chloride acts on microorganisms that cause mixed infections of the oral cavity and throat. The spectrum of action of this local chemotherapeutic agent is very wide and includes most gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, as well as fungi, spirochetes and pathogenic microorganisms that cause mixed infections of the oral cavity and throat. The accumulation of dibucaine hydrochloride in the body relieves the pain symptom that accompanies infections of the oral cavity and throat.

Microorganisms resistant to dequalinium chloride are unknown.

Does not cause caries.

Pharmacokinetics. The main active ingredient is absorbed in very small quantities.

Local treatment of acute inflammatory diseases of the mouth and throat: gingivitis, ulcerative and aphthous stomatitis, tonsillitis, laryngitis and pharyngitis. Decatylen is also recommended for use in the presence of unpleasant odor from the mouth.

Decatylen can be used in cases of mixed infection of the oral cavity and throat (on the recommendation of a doctor); as an adjuvant in the treatment of catarrhal, lacunar angina and Plaut-Vincent angina; in case of candidiasis of the oral cavity and pharynx.

Recommended in the postoperative period after tonsillectomy and tooth extraction.

Adults and children over 12 years of age are prescribed 1 tablet every 2 hours, after the symptoms of inflammation have subsided – 1 tablet every 4 hours.

Children over 4 years old – 1 tablet every 3 hours, after the symptoms of inflammation have subsided – 1 tablet every 4 hours.

The maximum daily dose is 10-12 tablets during the acute phase and 6 tablets per day after the inflammatory symptoms disappear.

The tablets should be dissolved slowly, without chewing. The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor individually. The patient should consult a doctor if the symptoms have not disappeared or worsened after 5 days of treatment with the drug.

Children. The drug in this dosage form is not prescribed to children under 4 years of age.

Hypersensitivity to any of the substances included in the preparation; allergy to quaternary ammonium compounds (e.g. benzalkonium chloride).

Sometimes hypersensitivity reactions may develop after using the drug, such as rash, itching, burning sensation, irritation of the mucous membrane of the oral cavity and throat. In rare cases, namely in case of abuse, ulceration and necrosis may occur. In case of development of any unusual reactions, the drug should be discontinued and a doctor should be consulted regarding further therapy.

Since the drug does not contain sugar, it is suitable for use in patients with diabetes.

The drug contains sorbitol, so it should not be used in patients with rare hereditary diseases such as fructose intolerance syndrome. Use with caution in patients with low plasma cholinesterase levels.

Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Pregnancy. Controlled studies have not been conducted. Therefore, the drug can be used during pregnancy after consulting a doctor if the therapeutic effect outweighs the possible risk to the fetus.

Breastfeeding. Clinical studies on the penetration of active substances into breast milk have not been conducted. The drug is not recommended for use during breastfeeding.

The ability to influence the reaction rate when driving vehicles or working with other mechanisms. Studies of the effect of the drug on the ability to drive a car and work with mechanisms have not been conducted. However, the possibility that the drug can have any negative effect in this regard is very unlikely.

The antibacterial effect of dequalinium is reduced when used simultaneously with anionic surfactants, such as toothpaste. The use of the drug should not be combined with the intake of cholinesterase inhibitors.

In general, the drug is well tolerated. In case of overdose, nausea, vomiting, and in some cases, ulcers and necrosis of the esophagus are possible.

Treatment of overdose is symptomatic; if necessary, enveloping agents can be used.

Do not induce vomiting or flush the stomach.

At a temperature not exceeding 25 °C.

Information about the medicinal product for healthcare professionals.