Vibrocil - for adults and children

Pharmacological action and release form

So what is Vibrocil and how does it work? When applied topically, phenylephrine moderately constricts blood vessels and eliminates swelling of the nasal mucosa, including the paranasal sinuses. Dimetindene blocks histamine H1 receptors, which makes it an excellent medicine for allergies, without reducing the activity of the mucosal epithelium.

Vibrocil is available in the form of a spray, drops and nasal gel. Spray in 10 ml bottles with a sprayer. Vibrocil nasal drops in 15 ml bottles with a special pipette cap. Vibrocil gel comes in 12 g tubes with a tip.

Synonyms of nosological groups

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Drops and gel can be stored for 3 years, spray - 2 years.

Indications for use and composition

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Vibrocil is indicated for use in the following cases:

• Acute, allergic, vasomotor, chronic rhinitis;
• Acute, chronic, moderate sinusitis and otitis media;
• In preparation for surgical interventions in the nasal area and elimination of swelling after operations.

Important! Vibrocil is contraindicated in atrophic rhinitis, hypersensitivity to it, simultaneous use of inhibitors and for another 2 weeks after their withdrawal, during pregnancy and lactation, in children under 6 years of age (except for drops).

The composition of 1 ml of Vibrocil drops, in addition to the main phenylephrine and dimethindene maleate, includes various excipients: benzalkonium chloride 50% solution, sorbitol, sodium hydrogen phosphate, citric acid monohydrate, lavender oil and water. 1 g of vibrocil gel contains the same active substances. Hypromellose is added to the excipients of the drops. In 1 ml of Vibrocil nasal spray, the active substances do not change. Excipients are similar to drops.

Pharmacological groups

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Side effects

Side effects of using this drug usually consist of local reactions of the body, expressed by a feeling of dryness and burning in the nose. During clinical studies, severe cases of drug overdose were not detected even in children. Very rarely, excessive fatigue, sleep disturbances, abdominal pain, high blood pressure, and pale skin were observed. To get rid of the side effects of Vibrocil, you can simply drink plenty of liquid, use sorbents or laxatives.

Directions for use and doses

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Before taking the drug, it is necessary to clean the nasal cavity and carefully read the instructions for use of Vibrocil. Nasal drops are instilled up to 4 times a day into each nasal passage. Children under 1 year old are prescribed no more than 1 drop per day, from 1 to 6 years old - no more than 2 drops, from 6 years old and older - the usual adult daily dose is allowed. When instilling into the nose, the patient should throw back his head and keep it in this position for a couple of minutes after the procedure. For infants, drops are instilled before feeding.

At what age can Vibrocil be used for children? Nasal spray is prescribed for adults and children over 6 years of age. A maximum of 4 times per day, 2 injections into each nostril, is permissible. The sprayer should be kept in a vertical position, with the tip facing up. The head should be straight, it is recommended to take a small breath through the nose while injecting.

Nasal gel is prescribed for adults and children over 6 years of age. It should be injected into each nostril up to 4 times a day as deeply as possible. The effect of the gel is especially good when applied before bed, which eliminates nasal congestion throughout the night.

Important! Before giving your child Vibrocil and its analogues or any other medicine, you need to consult a pediatrician - he will tell you when and how to drip the drug or use it in another form, and the doctor can also recommend an inexpensive analogue of Vibrocil.

Instructions for use

Before using Vibrocil drops, it is recommended to thoroughly clean the nasal passages; instilled into the nose with the head thrown back. This head position is maintained for several minutes.

• Children under 1 year of age: contraindicated.
• Children aged 1 to 6 years (under adult supervision): 1-2 drops in each nasal passage 3-4 times a day.
• Children aged 6 to 12 years (under adult supervision): 3-4 drops in each nasal passage 3-4 times a day.
• For adolescents over 12 years of age and adults: 3-4 drops in each nasal passage 3-4 times a day.

Instructions for use for spray:

• Children under 6 years of age: contraindicated.
• Children aged 6 to 12 years (under adult supervision): 1-2 sprays into each nasal passage 3-4 times a day.
• For adolescents over 12 years of age and adults: 1-2 sprays into each nasal passage 3-4 times a day.

The drug should not be used continuously for more than 7 days. If symptoms persist, you should consult your doctor.

Analogues of the drug

It will not be possible to find analogues of Vibrocil for its two main active components, dimentindene and phenylephrine.
The closest drug to it can be called Adrianol, because it contains phenylephrine. If we consider the spectrum of action of Vibrocil, which consists of a vasoconstrictor effect, we can find many examples of drugs: Navizin, Otrivin, Xymelin - each of them is a worthy analogue of Vibrocil, which has excellent reviews. Vibrocil nasal spray, various creams, ointments - everything that can effectively prevent allergies and act as a preventive measure for their occurrence will, one way or another, have some side effects. Therefore, there are many cheap analogues of Vibrocil, analogues of Vibrocil for children and adults. If the use of any drug creates problems, you just need to talk to your doctor and find the optimal replacement for the drug.