Umkalor

Umcalor is an antimicrobial and immunomodulating medication used to treat a variety of infectious diseases of the ENT organs.

Umcalor combines three actions: antiviral, antibacterial and immunostimulating, thanks to this medicine is able to quickly cope with the infection, as well as to support the patient's immunity. Moreover, the medicine is considered a natural antibiotic and is highly safe.

The composition of the drug effectively affects gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria, protecting body cells. Ingredients of the medicament quickly dilute sputum and remove it from the bronchial tree. Also, the drug restores tissues after ailments, strengthens the immune system, thereby facilitating a quick recovery.

Clinical and pharmacological group

Phytomedication used for infectious diseases of the respiratory tract and ENT organs.

Terms of sale from pharmacies

Can buywithout a doctor's prescription.

Price

How much does Umcalor cost in pharmacies? The average price is at the level of280-380 rubles.

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Composition and form of release

Drug formulation of Umkalora - solution for oral administration: from reddish to light brown, transparent or slightly opalescent (in dark glass bottles with a dropper of 20 or 50 ml, in a cardboard bundle 1 bottle).

Composition of 100 mg of solution:

active ingredient: pelargonium sidovidnaya (in the form of a liquid extract of the roots of EPs 7630, extractant - 11% ethanol in the ratio 1: 8-10) - 80 mg;
auxiliary component: 85% glycerol - 20 mg.

Pharmacological effect

The solution is made from vegetable raw materials: the root of pelargonium is sidiform. The drug has antimicrobial, immunomodulating, antiviral effect. The active substance protects tissues from infections and helps them to recover from a microbial attack. The extract of the root contains flavonoids, coumarin, organic acids. They have a bacteriostatic, bactericidal effect on gram-positive flora and bacteria (proteus, staphylococcus, Klebsiella, mycobacteria).

The drug stimulates the immune system by activating the immune system. Gallic acid accelerates the production of nitric oxide to activate macrophages, which contributes to the destruction of infectious agents. It also participates in the stimulation of the synthesis and release of interferon, has a cytoprotective effect. Quercetin has antioxidant properties (improves tissue respiration, reduces hypoxia, removes harmful metabolic products from the body).

Indications for use

Umcalor is prescribed for the treatment of chronic and acute infectious diseases of the upper respiratory tract and ENT organs:

Bronchitis;
Laryngitis;
Tracheitis;
Various types of sinusitis (sinusitis, frontalitis, etmoiditis, sphenoiditis);
Different types of tonsillitis, including catarrhal angina;
Rhinopharyngitis;
Inflammation of the middle ear (otitis).

In most cases this remedy has a beneficial effect on the course of the disease and is well perceived patient, however, like any medication, has contraindications and side effects.

Contraindications

age up to 1 year (Umkalora includes alcohol);
pregnancy and the period of breastfeeding (there is no sufficient data to assess the effectiveness / safety of the drug in this group of patients);
severe renal / hepatic impairment;
predisposition to bleeding;
combined use with anticoagulants;
individual intolerance of the drug components.

Diseases / conditions in which Umkalor should be taken with caution (relative contraindications):

impaired renal / hepatic function (sufficient data to assess the effectiveness / safety of the drug in this group of patients, no);
alcoholism;
craniocerebral trauma;
diseases of the brain;
age from 1 year to 18 years.

Intended use for pregnancy and lactation

The drug Umkalor is not prescribed for the treatment of women during pregnancy. This is due to the content in the preparation of ethyl alcohol, which easily penetrates the placental barrier and enters the child's body. The effect of ethanol on the fetus during pregnancy often provokes premature birth in the mother, the birth of small children, the formation of birth defects and developmental abnormalities in the child.

During breastfeeding, the use of the drug is contraindicated. If a woman needs therapy, she should stop lactation and transfer the baby to artificial feeding with a milk formula.

Dosage and route of administration

As indicated in the instructions for use, Umcalor is taken orally, 30 minutes before meals with a small amount of liquid. When dispensing the drug, the bottle should be kept upright, if necessary tapping on the bottom of the bottle.

Adults and children over 12 years are prescribed 20-30 drops 3 times / day, children aged 6 to 12 years - 10-20 drops 3 times / day, children from 1 year to 6 years - 5-10 drops 3 times / day.

The average duration of treatment is 10 days. After the disappearance of the symptoms of the disease is recommended to continue treatment for several days to prevent relapse.

Adverse Reactions

The drug is well tolerated. In rare cases with hypersensitivity, Umcalor may cause allergic reactions. Also, there may be side effects in the form of disorders from the digestive tract: nausea and vomiting, pain in the epigastric region.

If any side effects occur, please contact a specialist.

Overdose

The cases of taking high doses of medication are not described in medical practice.

special instructions

Before you start using the drug, read the special instructions:

During storage, liquid plant extracts tend to become cloudy, however, this does not affect their pharmacological efficacy. Since Umkalor is a natural product, slight changes in the color and taste of the preparation are possible.
In the absence of a therapeutic effect against the background of the drug for 7 days, while maintaining an elevated body temperature for several days, the appearance of dyspnea or bloody sputum, the appearance of signs of impaired liver function (such as yellowing of the skin, yellowing of the eye sclera), the patient should consult a doctor.
In connection with the ethanol content (12% / vol) in the preparation, it should be taken into account that the maximum single dose for children over 12 years and adults contains 0.125 g of absolute ethyl alcohol, the maximum daily dose for children over 12 years and adults contains 0.375 g of absolute ethyl alcohol. A single dose for children under the age of 12 years contains less than 0.1 g of absolute ethyl alcohol.

When using the drug should be careful when dealing with potentially hazardous activities that require increased concentration attention and speed of psychomotor reactions (including control of vehicles, work with moving mechanisms).

Interaction with other drugs

With the simultaneous use of Umkalor with anticoagulants (including coumarin derivatives), amplification is possible their anticoagulant action and the occurrence of bleeding (bleeding from the nose, bleeding gums).

Reviews

We suggest you read the reviews of people who used Umkalor:

Dasha. The first time I encountered Ukoklor in the time of permanent bronchitis (against a background of stress the cold always turned into bronchitis). The therapist recommended me drops. It is a homeopathic preparation, drops without smell and taste. In fact, this drug is intended for the treatment of acute and chronic infections of the respiratory tract (bronchitis, sinusitis, etc.) Help me drop, and more than once. Based on personal experience - I highly recommend this drug. Be healthy!
Miroslava. My daughter is 4 years old, her nose is constantly stuffy. Our ENT diagnosed an "adenoid." Said can be conservatively treated to avoid surgery. Has prescribed many medicines, including Umkalor. After 3 days of taking, I noticed that my daughter's bleeding gums. Reception of preparations at once has stopped. I do not advise it because of adverse reactions.
Marina. Recently experienced Umkalor, as prescribed by a doctor. Both children were sick at once (2 and 5 years old) - it was some kind of hell, the temperature was 39 and could not. knocked, called an ambulance, where the doctor prescribed these drops, the husband immediately went and bought. gave lekartsvo for the night and already in the morning the temperature slept in both children. After a couple of days, snot ends and inflammation in the throat. In general, we did not suffer more than 6 days, although we usually suffer at least 2 weeks with the eldest, and then such an excellent result. In general, I recommend!

Analogues

The structural analogue of Umkalor with the same composition has not yet been developed. Therefore, drugs with a similar pharmacological action are used:

Lizobakt (an antiseptic for topical use, is indicated for infections and inflammations of the oral mucosa, gums, larynx);
Sinupret (anti-inflammatory, anti-edema, promotes outflow of exudate with sinusitis);
Imupret (antiseptic agent has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effect, suppresses the activity of pathogens ARVI);
Imudon (an immunostimulant of bacterial origin for topical application, promotes the production of interferon, immunoglobulin A).

Before buying an analogue, consult your doctor.

Shelf life and storage conditions

The solution should be stored in a cool dark place out of the reach of children. Shelf life of the sealed vial is 2 years from the date of production, the printed vial is stored no more than 6 months after opening.