Description
Latin name
Metrogyl Denta
Packaging
20 g – plastic tubes (1) – packs of cardboard.
Pharmacological action of
The effectiveness of the drug is due to the presence of two antibacterial components in its composition:
a) metronidazole has an antibacterial effect against anaerobic bacteria that cause periodontal diseases: Porphyromonas gingivalis, Prevotella intermedia, Fusobacterella bella frankella bella frankella, Fusobacterella berefenella, Fusobacterella berefenella, Fusobacterella berefenella, Fusobacterella brentenidae melaninogenicus, Selenomonas spp.
b) chlorhexidine is an antiseptic and antimicrobial agent that is effective against gram-positive and gram-negative aerobic and anaerobic bacteria (Treponema spp., Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Trichomonas spp., Chlamydia spp., Ureaplasma spp., Bactides. Some strains of Pseudomonas spp., Proteus spp., Are weakly sensitive to the drug. acid resistant forms of bacteria, bacterial spores are also resistant. Does not violate the functional activity of lactobacilli.
When applied topically, Metrogil Denta gel is practically not absorbed.
Indications
Infectious and inflammatory diseases of the periodontium and oral mucosa:
– acute and chronic gingivitis
– acute ulcerative necrotic gingivitis
– acute and chronic periodontitis – cheilitis
– inflammation of the oral mucosa when wearing prostheses
– post-extraction alveolitis (inflammation of the hole after tooth extraction)
– periodontitis, periodontal abscess (as part of a combination ovanny therapy).
Contraindications
– hypersensitivity to metronidazole, chlorhexidine, a derivative of nitroimidazole or other components of the drug
– diseases of the blood system, including a history of
– diseases of the peripheral and central nervous system
– children under 18 years of age.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
It is not recommended to prescribe the drug to pregnant women in the first trimester of pregnancy.
During lactation, if necessary, the appointment of the drug should decide on the termination of breastfeeding.
Special instructions
Application Metrogil Dent does not replace hygienic toothbrushing, therefore, during the course of treatment with the drug, toothbrushing should be continued. The drug should be stored out of the reach of children. In the event of accidental or deliberate swallowing of the drug by a child, seek medical attention immediately.
If a medicine has become unusable or has expired, do not dispose of it in sewage or on the street! Put the medicine in the bag and put it in the trash can. These measures will help protect the environment!
Impact on the ability to drive vehicles and other mechanisms
There is no information on the effect of the drug on the ability to drive vehicles and engage in other potentially dangerous activities that require an increased concentration of attention and speed of psychomotor reactions.
Composition of
1 g of gel contains:
Active ingredients:
Metronidazole benzoate – 16.0 mg (equivalent to metronidazole – 10.0 mg)
Chlorhexidine digluconate 20% solution – 2.5 mg (which is equivalent to chlorhexatidine 0 5 mg)
Excipients:
propylene glycol 50.0 mg,
carbomer-980 15.0 mg,
disodium edetate 0.5 mg,
saccharin 1.0 mg,
levomenthol 5.0 mg,
sodium hydroxide 4.0 mg,
water up to 1 g
Dosage and administration
Topically, for dental use only.
In case of gum disease (gingivitis): Dent metrogil is applied to the gum area with a thin layer of a finger or with a cotton swab 2 times a day. After applying the gel, you should refrain from drinking and eating for 30 minutes. Rinse off the gel is not recommended. The duration of treatment is an average of 7-10 days.
In case of periodontitis: after removing dental plaque, periodontal pockets are treated with Metrogil Dent gel and the gel is applied to the gum area. Exposure time – 30 minutes. The number of procedures depends on the severity of the disease. In the future, the patient can carry out gel applications on his own. Metrogil Dent is applied to the gum area 2 times a day for 7-10 days.
In case of aphthous stomatitis: Metrogil Dent is applied to the affected area of the oral mucosa 2 times a day for 7-10 days.
For the prevention of exacerbations of chronic gingivitis and periodontitis: Metrogil Denta gel is applied to the gum area 2 times a day for 7-10 days. Preventive treatment courses are carried out 2-3 times a year.
For the prevention of post-extraction alveolitis: after tooth extraction, the hole is treated with Metrogil Dent gel, then the gel is applied 2-3 times a day for 7-10 days.
Side effects
With topical administration of the drug Metrogil Denta, a gel gel, allergic reactions (skin rash, itching, urticaria, anaphylactic reactions, including anaphylactic shock), as well as headache.
Drug interaction
When applied topically at the recommended doses, systemic interaction of the MetrogilDent gel with other drugs was not detected.
Overdose
Accidental or deliberate ingestion of a large amount of gel may cause an increase in the side effects caused mainly by metronidazole (chlorhexidine is practically not absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract). Can be observed: nausea, vomiting, dizziness, in more severe cases – paresthesias and convulsions.
Treatment: gastric lavage, symptomatic therapy if necessary.
Storage conditions
Do not store above 25 ° C
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Shelf life
3 years. Do not use after expiration date.
Terms and conditions
without prescription
dosage form
gel dental
Possible product names
METROGIL DENTA 20.0 GEL D / DESEN
Metrogil Denta 20g gel
METROGIL DENTA 20G. GEL D / DESIN
Metrogil Denta gel d / gum 20g
Metrogil denta gum gel 10 mg / g, 20 g
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