Allergic reactions, periodically overtaking a person, often cause profuse tearing, swelling, pain, burning sensation in the eyes. At the same time, these symptoms not only spoil the appearance and cause inconvenience. They can become prerequisites for more serious eye diseases, the treatment of which can take a long time. In order to prevent this, many antihistamines have been developed today. Kromogeksal among their number.
Content
1Description of the preparation
2Pharmacological action and group
3Indications and contraindications in use
3.1In pregnancy
3.2To small children
4Possible complications caused by the drug
5Video
6conclusions
Description of the preparation
Cromogexal is a universal antihistamine drug for the treatment of the consequences of the manifestation allergies and prevention of serious eye diseases such as conjunctivitis and keratitis, keratoconjunctivitis.
Eye drops are a solution with the concentration of the main active substance (sodium cromoglicate) at two percent. It practically does not have a color (yellowish tint may be present), transparent. Droplets are produced in polyethylene bottles for ten milliliters and are sold through a network of pharmacies.
The remedy is one of the most inexpensive of its kind. The average price is about 100 rubles.
After each use, the bottle should be tightly closed with a lid and stored at a temperature of no higher than 25 degrees.
Analogs of the drug serve: Opatanol, Olopatadine, Ketotifen, Allergodil, Visallergol, Vizin Allergi, Zaditen, Cromoglin, Lecrolin.
Opatanol is an analogue of Opatanol
Pharmacological action and group
Components of the drug prevent the ingestion of each fat cell calcium, thereby preventing the release of histamine, prostaglandins, bradykinins and leukotrienes. Due to this, the allergic reaction ceases or does not occur at all (with preventive measures).
In addition, Kromogeksal reduces puffiness, removes signs of fatigue and irritation of eyeballs and mucous membranes, removes redness.It can be used as a remedy against the "dry eye" syndrome and fatigue symptoms.
The best effect of the drug occurs one to two days after the start of treatment.
Cromogexal removes the "dry eye" syndrome
Given that the best effect of treatment does not come immediately, the prevention of allergies is important to begin in advance.
Indications and contraindications in use
Eye drops are used to treat and prevent diseases of the visual apparatus, among which:
Conjunctivitis caused by allergies;
Keratitis;
The consequences of tension and too much stress on the organs of vision;
The consequences of hitting aggressive chemicals on the mucous membrane.Types of conjunctivitis
Method of application: it is necessary to instill one or two drops, depending on the intensity of the pathology, up to eight times a day (normally - four times a day). Once the desired effect occurs, the number of instillations is reduced.
Before beginning the instillation it is important to carry out standard hygiene procedures. During the treatment period, it is recommended not to touch the eyes with your hands and do not use general hygiene products to prevent infection. To touch the dispenser of the bottle to the skin, eyelashes and eyes, it is also impossible to touch it with hands.
For allergies, it is recommended to take Cromohexal only with direct contact with allergens.
Restriction of the use of the drug can only make up the individual intolerance of its components.
In pregnancy
Cromogexal is practically not used in pregnancy, especially in later terms.In some cases, it is prescribed with the condition of constant monitoring by the attending physician. The drug is also not recommended for breastfeeding.
To small children
Contraindication to the use of eye drops is a child of up to two years.However, caution in treatment should be shown up to four, while ensuring the control of the doctor.
Possible complications caused by the drug
Cases of overdose with the correct local application at the moment is not fixed. With simultaneous treatment with glucocorticosteroids, the effect of the latter may occur.
Side effects can be manifested as follows:
The appearance of barley;
Dryness of eyeballs;
Temporary drop in clarity and clarity of vision;
Defeat of the cornea (rarely);
Unpleasant sensations(burning, burning, feeling of finding a foreign body);
Lachrymation.
Treatment with Kromohexal can affect both driving and activities requiring attention.
Overdosage of the solution is almost impossible. However, an increase in dosage without a doctor's recommendation may increase the risk of complications. Consultation is also required if there is a need to combine with other medicines and folk remedies.
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conclusions
Treatment of allergy and fatigue usually does not require large expenditures and a huge number of medicines. With the right approach, too much attention and work is also not required. Eye drops Cromogexal can remove the main symptoms without additional use of any other drugs. In addition, unlike many others, they are often used in pediatrics. However, those who conduct treatment with their help, it is necessary to remember about contraindications and possible side effects.
