The waste products of bees have been used by humans for medicinal purposes for a long time. For example, honey is traditionally used as a cold remedy. Another bee product, Propolis, has even greater medicinal activity than honey.
It can be purchased as a single substance or in the form of a finished drug. The second type includes Proposol spray, indicated as a regenerative agent for damage to the mucous membranes of the mouth and throat.
Form and composition of the spray Proposol
Aerosol Proposol is produced exclusively in Russia. This is due to the fact that bee products have traditionally been used by the population as food, for making drinks and as a microbial suppressant. In Western countries, where the problem of population allergies is very acute, beekeeping products are not used for medicinal purposes, because they are strong allergens.
Table. Composition of Proposol.
| Substance | Quantity, % |
| Propolis | 6 |
| Medical alcohol, 95% | 80 |
| Glycerol | 14 |
As can be seen from the table, the proportion of alcohol in Proposol is about 75-80% of the volume. Because of this, the drug has a pronounced alcohol smell. The color of the liquid is yellow, green, brown.
The drug is available in aluminum bottles with a drug mass of 25 g and 50 g. The bottles are equipped with a mechanical sprayer and a detachable spray nozzle.
Instructions for use for adults
Proposol is easy to use:
- Before first use, you should put the removable sprayer on the bottle and press several times to release the contents into the pump.
- Before each use, rinse your mouth and throat with water.
- The spray tube is inserted into the mouth and directed to the desired area of the mouth or throat.
- Breathing should be held while spraying.
- You should make 2-4 presses, ensuring the uniform distribution of the medicine throughout the affected area.
Since Proposol is aggressive towards mucous membranes, spraying is carried out no more than 3 times a day.
Is Proposal possible for children?
In accordance with the instructions for use, Proposol is contraindicated for children.
- A drug with a high volume fraction of alcohol. The amount of solution released per application contains 0.28 g of 95% alcohol.
- Highly allergenic product. Propolis contains up to 200 bee-fermented compounds, most of which can cause allergies.
- The manufacturer, in the instructions for use of the Proposol spray, warns that no special studies have been conducted on the safety of children's use.
- Proposol is one of the most irritating throat sprays. Causes a strong burning sensation after application (due to alcohol).
For children, there are less aggressive and often more effective throat sprays.
Indications for use
Propolis contains resins, essential oils, pollen, sugar and other components. Bees absorb these components, metabolize them, including enriching them with their own enzymes. Due to this, propolis acquires an antimicrobial effect. Bees use it as a disinfectant and insulating agent before laying eggs in honeycombs.
Propolis has a complex effect and includes:
- antimicrobial;
- anti-inflammatory;
- painkiller.
However, according to the pharmacological classification, the drug Proposol belongs to the group of tissue regeneration stimulators. This means that the drug can be used for the appearance of cracks, ulcers, and inflammation of damaged areas of the mucous membrane.
The main effect of Proposol is to promote faster healing of mucosal damage.
Proposol for inflammation of the oral mucosa
In accordance with the instructions for use, the main purpose of Proposol is the treatment of inflammatory processes in the oral mucosa, in particular:
- ulcerative formations in the oral cavity (aphthae, stomatitis);
- inflammation of the gums (gingivitis);
- inflammation of the tissues adjacent to the tooth (periodontitis).
These diseases are accompanied by bleeding and suppuration. Bacterial flora has a destructive effect, preventing wounds and ulcers from healing. Proposol has a double effect:
- stimulates and accelerates tissue restoration;
- inhibits the activity of microbial flora.
As a result, damaged areas of the mucosa heal within 3-7 days.
Proposol for sore throat and pharyngitis
The antibacterial effect of Proposol is determined by the combined effect of alcohol and propolis. The alcohol component leads to the coagulation of microbial proteins. Alcohol is effective against a wide range of microorganisms: bacteria, fungi, viruses. Bacteria resistant to antibiotics and synthetic antibacterial substances die from Proposol.
The good antimicrobial activity of the drug makes it effective for sore throats and other inflammations of the respiratory tract. Proposol for purulent sore throat can significantly reduce the number of microbes living on the mucous membrane. At the same time, the antibacterial activity in the presence of pus of this drug, unlike other drugs, is not reduced.
Proposol will be useful for pharyngitis. Plant polyphenols that make up propolis have an analgesic effect. Timely treatment can cope with a sore throat in 1-2 days.
In addition, propolis contains microelements that have a local immunostimulating effect.
Pharmacological action and properties
In addition, it contains ethyl alcohol and glycerin. Ethanol or ethyl alcohol have an antiseptic effect and an astringent effect.
Getting on the cells of harmful microorganisms that develop along with the disease, it irritates them and prevents their development.
Glycerin moisturizes the mucous membrane of the oral cavity, as well as the organs of the upper respiratory tract. This helps reduce irritation and dryness of the oral mucosa. Phenol strengthens the immune system and protects against free radicals.
Pharmacological action of Proposol for angina:
- Restores damaged tissue in the mouth area;
- Stimulates the growth of granulations;
- Speeds up metabolism;
- Has analgesic properties.
The medicine is based on propolis, which is obtained as a result of the processing of sticky substances collected together with plant pollen by bees.
Its composition depends on the time of year, the location of the hive and from which plants the pollen is collected (acacia, birch, aspen, poplar).
Proposol analogues are cheaper
Propolis is included in numerous dietary supplements. In addition, it can be consumed in its pure form.
The closest analogue of Proposol in composition and indications is an alcohol tincture of propolis (80% alcohol). In the treatment of pharyngitis and tonsillitis, they lubricate the throat mucosa, after diluting the drug in water. You can gargle with a diluted solution of the tincture (15 ml in half a glass of water), and also inhale, diluting 1 part of the tincture in 20 parts of water. Propolis tincture diluted in saline solution (1:10) is used as a means for washing the nasal cavity and sinuses for sinusitis. This medicine is also indicated for various inflammatory processes of the oral mucosa: it is used as a rinse. For periodontitis, turundas soaked in solution are placed in the gingival pockets.
Thus, alcohol tincture of propolis can be used in the same cases as Proposol. At the same time, the tincture has an affordable price: a 25 ml bottle will cost at least 4 times less than the spray.
To treat a throat, you can find numerous aerosols in pharmacies that do not contain propolis, but are just as effective as Proposol. Cheaper drugs include:
- Miramistin (2 times cheaper if you compare the same volume of drugs);
- Kameton (2 times cheaper);
- Inhalipt (1.5 times cheaper);
- Lugol (slightly cheaper).
Miramistin is one of the best antiseptic agents currently available, effective against resistant microorganisms.
Cameton and Ingalipt contain a mixture of synthetic antibacterial substances (chlorobutanol in the first preparation and sulfonamides in the second) and plant extracts.
Lugol has an antiseptic effect thanks to natural iodine. However, the taste characteristics of this drug and the frequent burning sensation after use make its use unpleasant and problematic (especially in children).
Spray with propolis
A popular remedy for treating a throat is a spray. It is convenient to take it with you on the road or to work. If your throat hurts, you need to spray it 1-2 times and you can continue to go about your business. A well-known drug in the form of an aerosol is Proposol. Thanks to the presence of propolis, it has wound-healing, bactericidal, fungicidal and anti-inflammatory effects. Another component of Proposol is glycerin. It helps moisturize the mucous membrane, reduces irritation, and eliminates dryness. Ethyl alcohol in the spray has an astringent and antiseptic effect.
Propolis spray is convenient to take with you on the road or to work
When used topically, the components of the drug are not absorbed by the mucous membrane, and therefore do not have a negative effect on the body. Proposol is used in dentistry and otolaryngology for complex or monotherapy. The instructions do not recommend it for children under 12 years of age, as well as people prone to allergies. The course of treatment should not exceed 7 days. Application of Proposol:
- rinse your mouth with warm water,
- prepare the aerosol can by removing the protective cap from it and attaching the spray nozzle,
- insert the nozzle into your mouth, gently press it, spray for 1-2 seconds.
After use, the nozzle is washed with water and dried. The cylinder must not be exposed to high temperatures. The doctor selects the number of irrigations individually, taking into account the severity of the disease. Usually they are prescribed 2-3 per day for acute forms of the disease, 1-2 for recovery. There are no known cases of overdose. If an excess amount of spray gets on the mucous membrane, it is washed with plenty of water.
If your child is not allergic to honey or other bee products, you can make a spray for him yourself. You will need a water tincture of propolis, diluted with water 1 to 3. It is poured into a spray bottle, from which the baby’s throat is irrigated. If you have a nebulizer at home, you can use a water infusion of propolis for the throat, making inhalations with it. The tincture is mixed with an equal amount of Borjomi, and the mixture is poured into the apparatus. The droplet size should be selected as large as possible.
Tincture: benefits and applications
Alcohol tincture of propolis is considered one of the most effective treatment options. It is used to rinse the mouth, use it for inhalation, and treat the mucous membrane. It has an excellent antibacterial effect. It is recommended to take the tincture one tablespoon in the morning and before bed. This five-day course significantly improves the patient's condition. For mild forms of the disease, it is recommended to lubricate the throat with 20% tincture mixed with honey. The ingredients are taken in equal proportions.
To fully experience all the benefits, you need to know how to gargle with propolis tincture. First, take a teaspoon of tincture and dilute it with 100 ml of warm water. The procedure is carried out at least 3 times a day for 1-2 weeks. The effectiveness of the product can be increased by adding a healing herbal decoction (chamomile, plantain, St. John's wort, calendula). To do this, first prepare a herbal decoction. To gargle with propolis, pour 100 ml of decoction and add 15-20 drops of tincture to it. The herbs are changed periodically, the product can be used several times a day.
The tincture is sold at the pharmacy, or you can prepare it yourself. For half a liter of vodka or alcohol you will need 100 g of propolis. The product is crushed, placed in a small container, filled with alcohol, and left in a dark place for a week. The finished product is used diluted or undiluted. Features of use can be clarified in the instructions.
Reviews of the use of Proposol throat spray
Reviews for pharyngitis
Judging by the reviews, Proposol is not the drug of choice for the treatment of sore throat. Mainly due to irritation. Sick people who have tried to be treated with Proposol most often complain of excessive burning after spraying. Consumers recognize that the medicine does not have to be pleasant, but the irritation that this aerosol causes is almost impossible to tolerate.
Among the reviews about the use of Proposol throat spray, there are also sharply negative ones. For example, the unpleasant taste of the drug caused vomiting in some patients.
One woman said that after she used Proposol for several days, painful spots began to form on her tongue closer to the root, which, apparently, were alcohol burns.
However, a large group of consumers, recognizing the presence of the above side effects, speak positively about the medicinal properties of the drug. In particular:
- Proposol relieves pain well;
- effectively fights the inflammatory process;
- pharyngitis goes away in a couple of days.
Reviews for sore throat
Reviews of the use of Proposol for angina are generally similar to the reviews described above. Patients complain about the ability of the medicine to cause severe irritation. At the same time, in combination with taking antibacterial agents, the drug has proven to be an effective and inexpensive remedy that eliminates discomfort in the throat.
It should be noted that the drug does not contain any special analgesic component. The subjective sensation of pain decreases, mainly due to the burning sensation, which begins to dominate and pushes the pain syndrome into the background. There may be no pain for several hours after application, which is a good result compared to other sprays that contain anesthetic components.
Reviews when used in children
The instructions for use draw attention to the impossibility of using the drug for children. Despite this, some mothers attempted to treat their children with Proposol. It is not possible to draw conclusions about the effectiveness of using the spray in this category of patients, because All reviews about it mention a categorical negative reaction on the part of the child, which did not allow the drug to be used systematically for at least 1-2 days.
Propolis, which is included in the Proposol spray, is widely used to treat various diseases. You can learn about this from the following video.
Contraindications and side effects
Proposol for angina, as well as for other respiratory diseases, is not recommended if you have a high intolerance to one of the components. This may lead to an allergic reaction and side effect. As a result, a burning sensation and irritation in the oral cavity may appear.
The medicine is contraindicated in the following cases: individual hypersensitivity to the drug, contraindicated in children under 12 years of age, allergic reaction.
If the medicine is used in combination with other drugs, it is recommended to consult a doctor before use. During lactation and pregnancy, Proposol is taken in minimal doses for no more than 6-7 days. Before use, it is advisable to consult with your family doctor.
Interaction with other drugs: It is not recommended to take the drug with other honey-based products and other beekeeping products. Also, do not use the product with local antiseptics.
