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Septeal belongs to the group of antiseptic drugs, which are indicated for the treatment of cases to help disinfect and prevent infections on the skin. To use Septeal safely and effectively, patients should consult a pharmacist or specialist before using it.1. What is Septeal?
Septeal contains the main ingredient Chlorhexidine Digluconate 0.5g in 100ml and other excipients just enough provided by the manufacturer. The dosage form of the drug is a solution for external use, the packaging is in the form of a 250ml bottle.
Active ingredient Chlorhexidine Digluconate is an anti-bacterial disinfectant. Chlorhexidine Digluconate topical is used to cleanse the skin to help prevent infections caused by surgery, infusions, or skin wounds.
2. What does Septeal do?
Septeal is indicated for the treatment of the following cases:
Mouthwash solution:
Topical use when the mouth and throat need anti-infective and anti-inflammatory treatment. Gargling thoroughly will give good results especially stomatitis and gingivitis. In the treatment of ulcers of various etiologies, an undiluted concentrated mouthwash can be used to penetrate the ulcer. Commonly used in dentistry, it has good effects in the treatment of local infections and post-surgery antiseptics. After surgery, gargling will help improve healing and help prevent infection. Oral aerosol:
Indicated in cases of nonspecific bacterial infections causing sore throat or inflammation in the mouth in general, as well as cases such as tonsillitis, pharyngitis and aphthous ulcers. This method of use is very convenient when applied after tooth extraction because the drug has an analgesic effect and has antibacterial activity. Treat inflammation and gum pain by spraying directly into it, which can be repeated several times to relieve discomfort and maintain a high antibacterial concentration. Most effective in the field of oral surgery for postoperative pain relief and infection prevention. Medicated gauze dressings:
Prevention and treatment of infections in cases such as surgery, trauma and ulcers (due to varicose veins, diabetes and nutrition), skin tears, scraped skin, insect stings , puncture wounds, compression injuries, thermal and scald burns, skin grafts (donor and recipient), nail extraction or replacement, circumcised toenails, skin sutures , cases of secondary bacterial infection (such as eczema, dermatitis, shingles), colectomy, ileum, trachea, abscess incision, nail incision. Cream for external use:
Antibacterial preparations used as antiseptics and lubricants in obstetrics and gynecology practice. Washing solution:
Antibacterial and antiseptic preparations for external use, in gynecology and surgery. In addition, Septeal is contraindicated in the following cases:
Patients who are allergic to the active ingredients Chlorhexidine Digluconate or other excipients contained in the drug. Do not administer Septeal to the brain, meninges, sensitive tissues, and middle ear. The drug can cause deafness for the patient if it is dropped into the middle ear.
3. Dosage and how to use Septeal
3.1. How to use the drug Septeal
Septeal drug is prepared in the form of a solution for external use, so patients use the drug by the skin route. Do not take the drug by mouth. Wash the skin before applying the medicine. Apply only enough medicine to cover the affected skin areas to be treated. Do not apply the drug to areas of skin with deep cuts, scrapes, open wounds on the skin. In soap form, the drug should only be applied to the area of skin being treated. Gently wash these areas, then rinse with clean water. Avoid extensive use. The drug is made under sterile conditions, but the drug ingredients are not sterilized. Bacteria can enter the product and contaminate and infect. To avoid bacterial contamination of the medication, do:
Use only the cotton swab, blotting paper, or applicator provided with the medication. If an applicator is not provided, use only a clean cotton pad or cotton swab to apply the medication. Avoid touching the tip of the vial with your hands. Do not dilute the drug with water or other liquids unless there are special indications for treatment of special cases that require use in a more dilute concentration. Use the applicator (absorbent paper, gack or other dressing) only once, and dispose of it after use. 3.2 Dosage of Septeal drug
Oral preparations:
Lozenges:
Adults take a dose of one tablet, 4 times a day. The interval between sessions should be at least 2 hours. Children from 6 to 15 years old: Use with a dose of 1 lozenge/day, 2 - 3 tablets per day. The interval between sessions should be at least 4 hours. Mouthwash solution:
Adults gargle with a solution of 0.02 - 0.055, 1 - 6 times daily in the treatment of stomatitis - pharyngitis (3 - 6 times daily in the treatment of bacterial infections, from 1 - 2 times daily for general oral hygiene). Children over 12 years old: Gargle 1-3 times a day in stomatitis - pharyngitis. Use at least 4 hours apart each time. Aerosol spray into the mouth:
Spray into the mouth and throat 3 to 5 times a day. Medicated gauze dressing:
After washing, place the dressing on and change the dressing as needed, depending on the amount of discharge. Skin and vein diseases:
Acne, skin abrasions, fungal skin diseases, infectious and superinfected skin diseases, ulcers caused by varicose veins. Clean and disinfect using 0.05 - 0.1% solution to wash, then rinse with water. Gynecology:
Treatment of vaginitis, vulvovaginitis, vaginitis - vulva caused by bacterial infection, fungal infection, parasitic infection. Use 0.05 - 0.1% solution to wash, then rinse with water. Surgery:
Used to clean and disinfect wounds: Dosage with a solution of about 0.01 - 0.05%. Aseptic hands: Use a solution of 0.05 - 0.1% to wash hands and then rinse again. Instrument sterilization: Sterilize instruments soaked in a solution with a concentration of 0.1%. Note: The above is only the recommended dosage of the manufacturer. Depending on the different medical conditions, the doctor will base on that to prescribe the appropriate use with the appropriate dose and concentration. Patients should strictly follow the doctor's instructions before taking the drug.
4. Septeal drug side effects
Doctors always consider between the benefits that Septeal brings to the patient and the possible risk of side effects to prescribe the appropriate medication.
Hypersensitivity reactions (skin irritation) may occur during the treatment of contact dermatitis. This solution in high concentrations may irritate the conjunctiva and other sensitive tissues. Severe allergic reactions may result in severe hypotension or generalized flushing. The active ingredient Chlorhexidine can cause browning of the tongue and teeth, but is reversible upon discontinuation of treatment. May cause tongue numbness. May cause temporary taste disturbance and a burning sensation in the tongue at first use. A temporary decrease in the sense of smell may be caused when this medicine is taken in the nose. There have been cases of mucosal detachment and sometimes swelling of the parotid gland with the use of mouthwash. If mucosal detachment occurs, double dilution of the gargle solution with water is required.
Should take the patient to the hospital when any signs of an allergic reaction occur such as: hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, and throat.
Patients should stop taking the drug and notify the doctor immediately if during the course of taking the drug occur dangerous side effects such as:
Severe burning, itching or redness. Blistering or peeling. Severe skin swelling or rash. Any other severe irritation of the area of skin being treated. Note: Usually side effects usually go away when the medication is stopped. In addition to the side effects listed above, Septeal may cause other undesirable effects that have not been fully identified. Therefore, at any time when the patient takes the medicine, if any unwanted effects occur, immediately notify the doctor or pharmacist.
5. Septeal drug interactions
During the use of Septeal, there may be drug interactions when used in combination with other drugs or food that have not been clearly identified. In order to limit the occurrence of harmful interactions for the patient, before being prescribed Septeal by the doctor, the patient should inform the patient about the drugs they are taking, including prescription or non-prescription drugs, functional foods. and herbal medicine, ... When the patient needs to be treated with more than 2 topical drugs, they should be used at least 2 hours apart to avoid drug interactions when used concurrently.
6. Notes when taking Septeal
Some notes when the patient takes Septeal medicine are as follows:
In the case of taking the drug for more than 5 days but the symptoms persist and/or if a fever occurs, the doctor needs to re-evaluate the treatment. Avoid contact with eyes as it may cause eye irritation, unless it is a diluent specifically intended for use in the eyes. Syringes and needles immersed in this solution should be rinsed thoroughly with saline or sterile water before use. Chlorhexidine topical should not be used if the patient is allergic to this active ingredient. Patients should consult their doctor or pharmacist about how safe it is to use Septeal if they have a history of allergies to certain foods, hair dyes, animal dander or certain medications. Caution should be exercised when this drug is used in infants younger than 2 months of age. This medicine is prone to cause allergic skin reactions in young children. The patient takes the medicine exactly as directed by the doctor. Adhere to the treatment time of the doctor to avoid taking the wrong drug, which may have the risk of drug resistance. Should not stop taking the drug suddenly when the clinical symptoms have improved... Absolutely do not give Septeal to other people if you see the same condition with similar symptoms. Before using the medicine, check the expiration date written on the outside of the packaging, if the expiry date has expired, it should not be used. Each drug has a different shelf life recommended by the manufacturer, when the drug has expired, it should not be used and disposed of properly. There is still insufficient evidence to determine the safety of Septeal when used in pregnant and lactating women. Therefore, use the drug only when prescribed by a doctor. If Septeal is needed at the mother's nipple, it should be rinsed with water before breastfeeding, although the absorption of the drug from the gastrointestinal tract is very poor.
7. What to do in case of missed dose or overdose of Septeal?
When the patient forgets to take Septeal, take the dose as soon as he remembers. Usually drugs that can be taken 1-2 hours after the daily dose do not affect the treatment. Patients should absolutely avoid taking a double dose of the medicine when they forget to take the medicine. The missed dose may be skipped when it is almost time for the next scheduled dose. If you accidentally take an overdose of Septeal as directed by your doctor, you should stop taking it immediately, monitor your body for any changes if you experience any symptoms that are suspected to be related to the drug overdose. . Immediately notify your doctor or pharmacist for advice on appropriate management. When the symptoms become more severe, the patient should be taken to the hospital immediately for timely treatment to avoid serious complications. Patients should also remember to bring the used medicines with them so that the doctor can understand the information and handle it quickly and promptly. Hopefully the above article has provided all the relevant information on usage, uses, dosage and some notes when using Septeal. Patients need to take Septeal exactly as directed by the treating doctor. Note, Septeal is a prescription drug, patients can only use this drug when prescribed by a specialist.
