Miramistin is a domestic local antiseptic. Miramistin during breastfeeding is used as an independent remedy and in complex therapy of various inflammatory diseases: nasopharynx, gynecological, dental, ARVI, runny nose and others.
A woman’s body after childbirth, during lactation, is weakened, immunity is reduced. In this situation, it is very important to help him cope with the disease without interrupting breastfeeding.
The purpose of our article is to figure out whether Miramistin can be used during lactation and in what situations it can be used.
Therapeutic effect of Miramistin:
- kills pathogenic viruses, bacteria, fungi;
- promotes regeneration of damaged tissues and mucous membranes;
- increases local immunity.
Miramistin for lactation in the throat and nose: indications for use
Often during breastfeeding, a runny nose, sore throat, sore throat, sore throat, toothache and other diseases begin to bother you, which require an effective and safe remedy to combat pathogenic bacteria and viruses. At the first symptoms, the mother of the child must take measures so as not to get sick herself and not to infect the baby. In many cases, Miramistin will be an effective medicine during lactation. For what ENT diseases will it help, and when will it be useless?
Diseases of the throat and nose that Miramistin treats during breastfeeding:
- angina;
- pharyngitis;
- laryngitis;
- rhinitis;
- frontal sinusitis;
- sinusitis;
- sinusitis;
- sore throat;
- laryngeal candidiasis;
- herpetic stomatitis;
- removal of a tooth;
- flux;
- gingivitis;
- periodontal disease;
- herpes in the nose and oral mucosa.
These diseases can be present in a nursing woman in both acute and chronic forms. Miramistin during lactation in the nose for sinusitis and sinusitis is used in a hospital setting for rinsing the nasal sinuses.
In other cases, self-medication with the drug is possible in compliance with the dosage and regimen. But it’s still better to discuss treatment with your doctor.
When breastfeeding, it is important for mothers to treat diseases in a timely manner so as not to expose the baby to infection. When breastfeeding, treatment with Miramistin consists of treating the oral cavity with it and irrigating or instilling the nose.
Indications for use of Miramistin and its comparative effectiveness -
In this article we will dwell in detail on the use of Miramistin in the oral cavity. The official instructions for Miramistin state that the drug is highly effective against a large number of bacteria, fungal microflora, and also has antiviral activity (including the herpes virus). The latter, for example, makes miramistin for stomatitis generally the first choice drug, both in children and adults. Miramistin instructions for use contain the following indications:
- with stomatitis,
- for gingivitis and periodontitis,
- for disinfection of removable dentures,
- prevention of infection and treatment of suppurating skin wounds,
- in ENT practice – treatment of tonsillitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis, sinusitis, otitis.
Important: we do not assess the significance of the use of miramistin for those indications where its antiviral activity is important. For example, this is herpetic stomatitis, as well as diseases of the ENT organs, which are most often of a viral nature (for example, acute tonsillitis, acute and chronic pharyngitis). But this list does not include chronic tonsillitis, because it is most often caused by bacterial flora - group A beta-hemolytic streptococcus and Staphylococcus aureus.
Chronic inflammatory diseases of the gums (gingivitis and periodontitis) are caused only by bacterial microflora, but later fungal flora can also join it. So... the clinical effectiveness of Miramistin against bacterial microflora (especially if it also contains fungi of the genus Candida) is significantly inferior to most antiseptics used for the mouth and throat.
Comparative effectiveness of antiseptics -
For example, a published scientific work will help us with this (source). This dissertation shows the effectiveness of miramistin in comparison with other antiseptics for chronic gum inflammation. Below we have placed a list of the most popular antiseptics (according to the results of this clinical study) - in order of decreasing effectiveness:
- 0.2% chlorhexidine,
- 0.1% hexitidine (hexetidine),
- 0.05% chlorhexidine,
- 0.05% cetylpyridine,
- 0.01% miramistin.
As we can see, 0.2% chlorhexidine, as well as 0.1% hexitidine (drugs Hexoral, Stomatidine), have the highest effectiveness. But the antiseptic Miramistin generally took the last line. And in fact, this has a very simple explanation, because... the antiseptics chlorhexidine and hexitidine have one very important advantage that Miramistin does not have. And we will talk about this a little lower - in the chapter “Chlorhexidine and miramistin - what is the difference.”
Conclusions: Thus, we will summarize. We recommend using Miramistin - 1) for herpetic and aphthous stomatitis, 2) for acute tonsillitis, acute and chronic pharyngitis, etc. But we under no circumstances recommend using it for the treatment of gum inflammation. Well, in our opinion, Miramistin is not the best choice for the treatment of chronic tonsillitis (especially in adults). In the last two cases, it is better to give preference to either 0.2% chlorhexidine or 0.1% hexytidine.
Miramistin for breastfeeding in the throat: instructions
Miramistin for breastfeeding in the throat can be used in two forms.
A solution or spray is suitable for treatment. The throat spray is available in the form of a colorless, odorless and tasteless liquid in a volume of 150 ml. Sold complete with a spray nozzle for irrigating the throat. The pharmacy chain sells the medicine without a prescription.
Miramistin during lactation in the throat will help with inflammatory diseases of the mouth, throat and larynx, and dental diseases.
Gargle or irrigate the throat with a medicinal product using a nozzle. The procedure must be performed at least 3 times a day. To rinse with Miramistin, use 10-15 ml of the drug.
Throat irrigation algorithm:
- Replace the cap on the medicine bottle with a spray nozzle.
- By pressing the nozzle, make 3-4 irrigations of the oral cavity. It is more effective to spray the medicine into different parts of the throat: to the right and left, irrigating both tonsils and in the center, directing the stream to the back wall of the pharynx.
- Carry out the procedure 3-5 times a day.
Algorithm for gargling with Miramistin:
- Repeat rinsing 3-5 times a day.
- Do not drink or eat food for half an hour.
- Spit out the solution.
- Gargle for 1 minute.
- Tilt your head back so that the solution evenly irrigates your mouth and throat.
- Measure the required volume of the drug; to do this, pour the solution into a tablespoon.
- Do not swallow the medicine during the procedure.
- Miramistin for gargling does not need to be diluted with water.
- Rinse after eating.
- Do not use Miramistin for rinsing for more than 10 days, this will lead to dysbacteriosis of the oral cavity.
Miramistin for the throat during breastfeeding is a safe and effective remedy, but it is usually used in complex therapy.
Instructions and dosage of the medication
The composition of the drug includes the main component - miramistin, and excipients. Due to its extensive complex action, the medicine is used as follows:
- for sexually transmitted diseases, thrush - 10 milliliters of solution are injected into the vagina;
- for otitis media - pour 2 milliliters of medication into each ear. In this case, you can drip 2 drops into each ear canal 2-3 times a day;
- for inflammation in the oral cavity - rinse the mouth 3-4 times a day, 10-15 milliliters of the drug;
- for respiratory diseases - gargle up to 6 times a day, using 10-15 milliliters of solution;
- for coughs - use as a component of inhalations (for a nebulizer), repeating the procedure 3 times a day, 4 milliliters of product for each repetition;
- for a runny nose - instill a few drops of the product into each nasal passage;
- when used in surgery, traumatology, cotton swabs soaked in the medicine are applied to the damaged surface or the skin is irrigated. Repeat the procedure for up to 5 days.
The medicine is safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
When irrigating the throat
When breastfeeding, you can use the drug in two forms: as a solution or spray. The spray is a bottle of 150 milliliters containing a clear, tasteless or odorless liquid. The set includes a nozzle convenient for irrigation.
You need to gargle or irrigate your throat at least 3 times a day.
How to irrigate your throat:
- Place the irrigation nozzle on the bottle.
- Make 3-4 presses, spraying the product into different parts of the larynx.
- Repeat the process 3-5 times a day.
How to gargle:
- For the solution, use 10-15 milliliters of the drug.
- Measure the amount of medication - pour into a tablespoon.
- Tilt your head back and gargle for 1 minute.
- Rinse for no more than 10 days, performing 3-5 procedures per day.
Attention! Before and after rinsing, do not drink or eat for half an hour. The medicine itself does not need to be diluted with water and swallowed during the procedure.
Nose drops
A runny nose is a common symptom that occurs in nursing mothers, indicating the onset of the disease.
Miramistin effectively kills viruses and bacteria, while creating a protective barrier on the nasal mucosa.
How to use the drug for nasal instillation:
- For convenience, purchase a dropper bottle, since it is difficult to irrigate using a nozzle.
- Before using the medicine, rinse your nose with a salt-based solution.
- Spray 2 drops of the drug into each nostril.
- Repeat the procedure 2-3 times a day.
Miramistin can also be used to rinse the nose, diluted in a 1:2 ratio with water. Pour the solution into a syringe (without a needle) and, tilting your head to the side, pour the medicine into one nasal passage so that it flows out of the other. Repeat the procedure.
Miramistin during lactation in the nose: method of application
A runny nose is one of the common symptoms of ARVI. A runny nose must be treated to prevent complications such as sinusitis or sinusitis.
To eliminate a runny nose, Miramistin is used during lactation, by instillation into the nose or its irrigation. The drug kills viruses and bacteria, and also creates a protective film on the mucous membrane. Miramistin for instillation into the nose has only one drawback - for a short time it can cause a slight tingling sensation. For the nose, it is better to purchase a dropper bottle or irrigate using a nozzle, which is not very convenient.
How to instill Miramistin in your nose:
- Rinse your nose before using saline solution.
- Place 2 drops of Miramistin into each nasal passage.
- Repeat instillation 2-3 more times per day
How to irrigate your nose with Miramistin:
- Prepare a spray with a nozzle.
- Spray the medicine 1-2 times into each nostril.
- Do the procedure no more than 3 times a day.
How to rinse your nose with Miramistin:
- Dilute the product with boiled salted water (or saline) in a ratio of 1:2
- Draw the diluted solution into a syringe without a needle.
- Tilt your head to the side and pour into one nostril so that it flows freely from the other.
- Repeat with the other nasal passage as well.
Miramistin can also be used for prevention during lactation by instilling or irrigating the nose once a day.
Indications for treatment with Miramistin
Miramistin is available in the form of an ointment, as well as a 0.01% solution. In certain situations, it is preferable to use one or the other form. During lactation, a woman can use Miramistin if the following problems occur:
- To accelerate the healing of all types of wounds, including burns, frostbite, etc.
- For treating feet, nails, and skin areas with fungal infections.
- For all forms of external candidiasis, including localization in the oral cavity, vagina.
- To prevent the transmission of sexually transmitted infections, including HIV, hepatitis after unprotected sexual intercourse.
- For the treatment of any inflammatory diseases in the vagina and uterine cavity.
- For the treatment of postpartum injuries - on the perineum, external genitalia, etc.
- If episodes of cystitis or urethritis occur.
- For inflammation of the oral cavity of various nature: in the case of periodontitis, gingivitis, stomatitis.
- It is also effective to use Miramistin as part of complex therapy for otitis media, sinusitis, tonsillitis and other ENT diseases.
Miramistin during breastfeeding: does it help?
As patient reviews and doctors' prescriptions show, in otorhinolaryngology, Miramistin is successfully used when feeding a child to treat inflammatory diseases of the nasopharynx.
It is more convenient to use Miramistin in the throat when breastfeeding in the form of a sprayer, and for irrigating the nose it is better to use nasal sprays specially designed for this purpose, with a more convenient nozzle.
They spray the product evenly with a fine dispersion, and it settles better on the mucous membrane of the nasal passages (for example, Kameton).
A comparison of nasal rinsing techniques that can be used for rinsing with Miramistin for a runny nose is in the following video.
Miramistin for hepatitis B - indications
Taking Miramistin during breastfeeding is indicated for the treatment of:
- inflammation of the skin and mucous membranes;
- diseases of the genital area;
- purulent wounds;
- burns;
- inflammatory disorders of a fungal nature;
- dental diseases;
- inflammation of the ENT organs.
The product is effective for treating thrush, for cleansing the skin and mucous membranes of white plaque, eliminating burning and itching in the vagina, as a means for individual prevention of sexually transmitted diseases.
