The drug "Viru-Merz". Instructions for use

The drug "Viru-Merz" instruction characterizes as an anti-herceptic agent. The active ingredient is tromantadine hydrochloride. Excipients: sorbic acid, sorbitol, hydroxyethylcellulose, distilled water, methyl hydrochloride benzoate, lactose. Liniment for external use is the only medicinal form of the Viru-Merz. Pharmacological companies do not produce tablets.

Properties of the drug, the cost in pharmacies

About 350 rubles - this is the drug "Viru-Merz" price. Ointment has an antiviral effect. The mechanism of activity is based on the inhibition of absorption and the penetration of viruses into the cell. The drug effectively suppresses the activity of herpes pathogens (Herpes zoster and 1 and 2 types of Herpes simplex). The resistance to medication in viruses does not develop. The drug "Viru-Merz" (the instruction contains such information) promotes the rapid elimination of the manifestations characteristic of herpes: itching, burning, soreness. The high effectiveness of the drug allows you to speed up getting rid of the pathology. When applied within the first two or three hours from the onset of the development of the disease, the subsequent spread of the infection is prevented.

Appointment

"Viru-Merz" instruction recommends at the initial stages of the pathologies provoked by the herpes simplex virus of the first type (lesions of the lips, facial nerve, nose) and the second type (infection of the genitals) with localization on the mucous membranes and skin. Indications include the first clinical manifestations of skin diseases caused by Herpes zoster (herpes zoster).

Contraindications

"Viru-Merz" means the instruction does not admit to use in herpetic lesions at the stage of vesicle formation, with hypersensitivity to components. Due to the lack of data on the efficacy and safety of the medication during lactation and during the prenatal period, the rationale for the therapy is established by the physician.

Side effect

On the basis of therapy, there is likely to be an increase in the existing symptoms: itching, irritation, soreness and burning. To the undesirable consequences of the application of the drug "Viru-Merz" the instruction relates allergic reactions appearing in patients with hypersensitivity. In rare cases, there may be swelling, redness of the skin or mucous in the place of application of liniment.

Dosing regimen

The drug is treated affected areas three to five times a day or more (if necessary, as prescribed by the doctor). It is allowed to lightly rub liniment into the surface. If the therapy is ineffective for two days, it is necessary to visit a specialist, stopping the treatment.

additional information

An overdose of the drug is unlikely due to a slight resorption in the bloodstream. If there are negative consequences on the background of liniment application, it is not necessary to adjust the therapy regimen on its own. If the general condition worsens, the doctor should be consulted without delay. The medicine is stored in a cool and dry place.