Katajel gel 12.5gr

Katajel instruction for use

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Pharmacodynamics

Combined drug, which has antiseptic and local anesthetic effect.
Chlorhexidine is an antimicrobial drug that acts on gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms, yeast, dermatophytes. Effective against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria - Treponema spp., Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Trichomonas spp., Chlamydia spp., Ureaplasma spp. Keeps activity (although somewhat reduced) in the presence of blood, pus, various secrets and organic substances.
Lidocaine is a local anesthetic. Antimicrobial action and adequate anesthesia develop 5-10 min after application of the drug.
The water-soluble clear gel provides a clear optical view and has a lubricating effect for various endoscopic procedures.

Indications Katajel with lidocaine

infection prevention; anesthesia in operative and diagnostic endoscopic interventions in children and adults in urology, gynecology, proctology (all forms of endoscopy, replacement of fistula catheters), intubation;
relief of inflammatory symptoms accompanied by pain syndrome, mucous membrane of the urethra, vagina, cervical canal and rectum (in complex therapy).

Description of dosage form

Transparent, colorless or almost colorless gel.

pharmachologic effect

Pharmacological action - local anesthetic, antiseptic.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity.
With caution: pregnancy (I trimester). In the case of lactation, refrain from breastfeeding for 12 hours after use.

Application in pregnancy and lactation

It is possible (see "With caution").

Side effects of Katajel

With increased sensitivity, allergic reactions are possible (allergic dermatitis, skin rash, angioedema), burning at the place of application.

Interaction

Avoid joint use with iodine preparations.
MAO inhibitors enhance the local anesthetic effect of lidocaine.
Incompatible with soap, as well as detergents containing an anionic group (saponins, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose).
Compatible with drugs containing a cationic group (benzalkonium chloride).

Dosing and Administration

Locally. For slow instillation before the introduction of instruments (by a doctor or specially trained personnel) it is necessary:
- open the blister, removing the paper from the transparent case (if possible only until the waist);
- break off the tip without significant effort (if possible still in the package). It should be ensured that the tip is completely removed, in order to avoid damage to the mucosa. To facilitate the introduction, it is recommended to pre-squeeze a drop of gel;
- instillation should be carried out by light pressure on the corrugated syringe. After emptying the syringe, it must be kept in a compressed state until removed;
- The introduction of instruments is recommended to be carried out 5-10 min after instillation of the gel.

special instructions

The drug is sterile and is intended for single administration.
In the case of lactation, refrain from breastfeeding for 12 hours after use.

Form of issue

Gel for external use. For 12.5 grams in a disposable polypropylene corrugated syringe with an elongated and breakable tip.
The syringe is placed in a blister consisting of two parts: the upper one - propylene film, which can withstand steam sterilization, the lower one - paper.
1. The blister is placed in a cardboard box.
2. Packing for hospital: 1 syringe is placed in the blister. For 5 or 25 blisters are placed in a cardboard box on the side of which the text of the instruction for use is printed.

Conditions for storage of the drug Katajel with lidocaine

In the dark place at a temperature of 15-25 ° C.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Shelf life of the drug Katajel with lidocaine - 3 years.
Do not use after the expiry date printed on the package.

Terms of sell

You can buy Katajel without a prescription.