Tantum verde forte spray for topical use, 15ml

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Manufacturer: Angelini Francesco, Italy
Release form: spray, rinse solution, lozenges

Active ingredient: Benzydamine

Synonyms: Oralcept, Angidak, Asterisk ENT, Tenflex

Tantum Verde, by stabilizing cell membranes and suppressing the synthesis of prostaglandins, has a local analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect.

Benzidamine, which is part of Tantum Verde, exhibits an antiseptic effect against many microbes, quickly penetrating their cells and thereby disrupting metabolic processes.

In addition, the drug has a detrimental effect on fungi of the genus Candida, modifying the cell wall and preventing the reproduction of the fungal cell.

Tantum Verde is well absorbed by the mucous membrane and has a local effect; it is absorbed into the blood in small quantities and does not exhibit a systemic effect.

Comparison of the effectiveness of Tantum verdya and Oralcept

Tantum is believed to be more effective than Oralcept - this means that the ability of the drug substance to provide the maximum possible effect is different.
For example, if the therapeutic effect of Tantum is more pronounced, then with Oralcept it is impossible to achieve this effect even in large doses.

Also, the speed of therapy is an indicator of the speed of the therapeutic action; Tantum verdya and Oralcept are also different, as is bioavailability - the amount of a medicinal substance reaching the place of its action in the body. The higher the bioavailability, the less it will be lost during absorption and use by the body.

Indications for use Tantum Verde

Tantum Verde is used for various infectious inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity, pharynx and other ENT organs:

• stomatitis, glossitis, gingivitis;
• tonsillitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis;
• candidiasis of the oral mucosa;
• inflammation of the salivary glands;
• periodontal disease.

Tantum Verde is also used to relieve pain, inflammation and prevent infection after tooth extraction and after other surgical interventions and jaw injuries.

General information

In ENT practice and dentistry, NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) and antiseptics are used for treatment and prevention. The former primarily suppress tissue inflammation and relieve pain, while the latter have antimicrobial and disinfectant properties.

Orasept belongs to the group of antiseptics, and Tantum Verde belongs to the NSAIDs. Therefore, their effects on diseases will vary. What is special about these drugs? And which one and when to use?

Tantum Verde - instructions for use

Any form of Tantum Verde should be consumed after meals and after its use it is not recommended to drink or eat for 2-3 hours.

The spray is dosed in such a way that one injection contains 0.255 mg of Benzydamine. Based on this, the single dose varies depending on age:

• for adults – 4–8 injections;
• for children 6–12 years old – 4;
• for children 3–6 years old – 1.

Such doses can be 2–6 times a day. The technique of using the spray is described in detail in the instructions for use of Tantum Verde. While irrigating the throat, you should hold your breath.

Tantum Verde rinse solution is used by adults and children from 12 years old, 15 ml 2-3 times a day, can be diluted with water 1:1. Be sure to spit out the solution after rinsing.

The tablets should be dissolved without chewing or swallowing for adults and children over 6 years of age. A child from 6 to 12 years of age must take the medicine under the supervision of an adult.

Despite the pleasant taste of the drug, under no circumstances should the recommended dose be increased. You should not take the drug for more than a week, if no cure has occurred during this time, you should consult a doctor.

What and when to take?

Both medications are recommended by doctors for the treatment of dental problems and inflammatory processes in the oral cavity. However, in some situations the recommendation will be different:

• For severe pain in the throat, Tantum Verde is better for treating.
• Oracept can be prescribed to a two-year-old child.
• If a pregnant woman needs to be prescribed a remedy against inflammation of the throat, Tantum Verde is most often recommended in such situations.
• Oracept will not be prescribed to a patient with serious kidney and liver problems.
• Tantum Verde will not be prescribed to a patient with a high predisposition to the development of bronchial asthma and tachycardia.
• Oracept copes better with sore throat (including purulent).
• Tantum Verde copes better with fungal infections.

The choice of medication may be affected by hypersensitivity to the components of one of them. Oracept is also quite difficult to purchase - its availability in pharmacies is limited than Tantum Verde.

Orasept and Tantum Verde deserve trust for their medicinal qualities. But you should not use them constantly and without a doctor’s prescription in order to avoid negative effects and not provoke premature resistance of the body to the substances of these drugs. This is especially true for children who have not yet developed immunity.

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Analogues of Tantum Verde

Tantum Verde can be replaced primarily with synonyms, that is, with medications containing Benzydamine, for example Oralcept or Angidac.

There are analogs of Tantum Verde that contain, in addition to Benzydamine, additional components that enhance its effect, for example, Septolete Total.

The analogue Tantum Verde Forte contains twice the concentration of the active substance, and therefore requires half the single dose.

Other Tantum Verde analogues have anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antibacterial effects, thanks to other components:

• Panavir Inlight containing potato shoot extract.
• Lugol's solution, made on the basis of iodine and glycerin.
• Lyzobakt and Laripront, which contain lysozyme - a natural antiseptic.
• Strepsils Intensive is a spray based on another anti-inflammatory component - Flurbiprofen.
• Grammidin Neo, Hexasprey, containing local antibiotics and antiseptics.

A list of Tantum Verde analogues indicating the active ingredients and prices for different release forms can be found in the table.

Grammidin Neo

Manufacturer: Valenta, Russia
Release form: lozenges

Active ingredient: Gramicidin C + Cetylpyridinium chloride

Analogue Grammidin Neo contains a combination of an antiseptic with a local antibiotic. Use 1 tablet 3-4 times a day.

An analogue of Tantum Verde for children is a special form of Grammidin for children, which can be used by children from 4 years old twice a day.

Lysobacter

Manufacturer: Bosnalek, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Release form: lozenges

Active ingredient: Lysozyme + Pyridoxine

An analogue of Tantum Verde tablets, Lizobact contains lysozyme, which is an enzyme in human saliva with antiseptic properties, and pyridoxine, a B vitamin that protects the oral mucosa from external damaging factors.

It is used in the form of suckable tablets for adults and children from the age of three, and is approved for use by pregnant women, which indicates the high safety of the drug.

Kameton

Manufacturer: Pharmstandard, Altaivitamin, Russia
Release form: aerosol for topical use

Active ingredient: Camphor + Chlorobutanol + Eucalyptus oil + Levomenthol

The analogue of Kameton has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and local anesthetic effects. This inexpensive substitute for Tantum Verde spray is used for the same diseases in adults and children from 5 years old, 2-3 injections 3-4 times a day.

Cametone can also be used as a nasal spray for a runny nose and inflammatory diseases of the nasal mucosa.

Septolete Total

Manufacturer: KRKA, Slovenia
Release form: dosed spray for topical use

Active ingredient: Benzidamine + Cetylpyridinium chloride

The analogue of Septolete Total is a combination of Benzydamine with an antiseptic, which enhances its antimicrobial and antifungal effect.

The analogue Septolete Total is used, 2 injections 5 times a day for 4 days.

Hexasprey

Manufacturer: Recordati, France
Release form: dosed spray

Active ingredient: Biclotymol

The Hexasprey analogue has an antibacterial effect against staphylococci, streptococci and other bacteria. Use 2 doses 2-3 times a day for laryngitis, pharyngitis and other similar diseases.

Orasept

Orasept is an antiseptic antimicrobial agent. Refers to local antiseptics of the phenol group . Has a slight analgesic effect. The main substance is phenol. It is toxic, but the presence of glycerin in the composition smoothes its effects and prevents irritation of the oral mucosa and prevents it from being absorbed into the bloodstream.

Indications for use:

• Angina.
• Tonsillitis.
• Pharyngitis.
• Gingivitis.
• Stomatitis.
• Periodontitis.

The product also fights fungal infections. It is used for preventive purposes when wearing dentures. May cause negative effects on the body: allergies, swelling of the oral mucosa.

Release form: spray 177 ml.

Usually it is sprayed in the mouth 3-4 times a day for about 5-7 days after meals. Overdose is characterized by stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting and dizziness.

Contraindications:

• Increased intolerance to phenol or glycerin.
• Children's age (up to 2 years).
• Severe kidney and liver dysfunction.

Pregnant women are prescribed individually. During lactation, using the spray, you need to temporarily stop breastfeeding the baby. You do not need a prescription to purchase the medicine.

Tantum Verde or Hexoral – which is better and more effective?

Manufacturer: Johnson & Johnson, Russia
Release form: spray, rinse solution

Active ingredient: Hexetidine

Synonyms: Stopangin, Stomatidin, Maxisprey, Maxicold ENT

The Hexoral analogue has a wider spectrum of antibacterial and antifungal action than Tantum Verde spray, but a less pronounced analgesic effect. Additionally, the Hexoral analogue has an enveloping, hemostatic and deodorizing effect.

According to patient reviews, alternating use of these two drugs works best.

Tantum Verde or Miramistin – which is better?

Manufacturer: Infamed, Russia
Release form: solution for topical use

Active ingredient: Benzyldimethyl ammonium chloride monohydrate

The Miramistin analogue, unlike Tantum Verde, is only an antiseptic, but a very wide-spectrum and universal one, which is used in all areas: in addition to otorhinolaryngology and dentistry, also in gynecology, proctology, urology, surgery, traumatology, venereology.

The analogue of Miramistin is also popular in pediatrics: due to its neutral taste and the absence of unnecessary additives, it is better to use Miramistin for irrigating a child’s throat from the age of three.

Tantum Verde or Ingalipt – which is better?

Manufacturer: Altaivitamins, Pharmstandard, Russia
Release form: aerosol and spray for topical use

Active ingredient: Peppermint leaf oil + Mesulfamide + Sulfathiazole + Thymol + Eucalyptus oil

Inhalipt is a cheaper analogue of Tantum Verde spray, a domestic complex drug that has been used in our country for a very long time by adults and children for various pharyngitis and laryngitis.

The antibacterial effect is due to the sulfonamides contained, and eucalyptus and peppermint oils complement the antifungal and antiseptic effect and improve the taste of the drug.

Comparison of ease of use of Tantum verdya and Oralcept

This includes dose selection taking into account various conditions and frequency of doses. At the same time, it is important not to forget about the release form of the drug; it is also important to take it into account when making an assessment.

The ease of use of Tantum is approximately the same as Oralcept. However, they are not convenient enough to use.

The drug ratings were compiled by experienced pharmacists who studied international research. The report is generated automatically.

Last update date: 2020-12-13 10:32:09