K agocel is a representative of a group of systemic antiviral drugs with a pronounced immunostimulating effect. As a result of its intake, the pathogenic microflora dies, due to which the development of the disease is suspended.

However, due to the rather high cost, or intolerance of the active substance, the patient has to choose an analogue of Kagocel, only cheaper. What is the difference between drugs and which one will be more effective, read below.

The mechanism of action of Kagocel is based on stimulating the production of interferon. In this case, predominantly "late" interferons are produced, which are a mixture of - and - fractions.

Endogenous interferon contributes to the formation of an immune response. Unlike exogenous, which is administered in the form of finished drugs, endogenous interferon has practically no side effects.

Kagocel exhibits high antiviral activity. The active substance of the drug - Kagocel 12 mg prevents the penetration of viral agents into the cells of the body, thereby blocking the further development of the infection.

After taking a tablet with a dose of 12 mg, the concentration of interferons reaches a maximum after 48 hours. Due to the prolonged action, interferons circulate in the blood for 5 days. Only 20% of a single dose of Kagocel enters the general circulation. It is excreted mainly with feces and only about 10% with urine. The maximum therapeutic effect of taking the drug is observed only on the 3rd day after the start of therapy.

When taking the drug in doses not exceeding therapeutic, it does not accumulate in the body. Kagocel does not show mutagenic, teratogenic, embiotoxic properties.
It is most advisable to start taking the drug no later than on the 4th day of the onset of symptoms of SARS. The drug is used in the treatment of adults and children over 3 years of age.

According to the instructions for use, Kagocel is effective:

• in the treatment of viral infections and as part of prophylaxis after contact with a sick person, during a seasonal epidemic;
• for the treatment of herpes infection in adults in the active phase, as confirmed by the results of laboratory tests;
• in the complex.

Rules for taking and dosage

You can take the drug regardless of the meal, since there are no other instructions in the instructions. The tablet should not be chewed, it should be washed down with a sufficient amount of water. However, it should be borne in mind that the combined use of Kagocel with other antiviral, antibacterial, immunostimulating agents enhances the pharmacological effect of each of them.

There are several regimens for taking Kagocel, indicating the dose and duration of treatment, depending on the age of the patient.

Adult patients, adolescents from 12 years of age:

• therapy of influenza types A and B, other viral infections: three times a day for 2 days, 24 mg (2 tabs), preferably at the same time, another 2 days - 12 mg (1 tab). The course of admission is 4 days.
• In order to prevent acute respiratory viral infections during a seasonal epidemic: once a day, 24 mg for 2 days, the next dose after 5 days. The prophylactic course can last up to 3-4 months.
• After contact with a sick person, 24 mg per day, this dose should be repeated for 2 consecutive days.
• For the treatment of herpes infection, a single dose is 24 mg, which corresponds to 2 tab. It should be taken three times a day, the course of admission is 5 days.
• For children over the age of 3 years, the recommended single dose is 12 mg, or 1 tablet:
  therapy of viral diseases in children aged 3-6 years: a single dose twice a day for 2 days, the next 2 days - a single dose per day. The course of treatment is 4 days. Children 6-12 years old are recommended to take 12 mg three times a day for 2 days, then another 2 days, 12 mg twice a day.
• For prophylaxis during a seasonal epidemic, the regimen is the same as for adult patients. A single dose is 12 mg. Prophylactic reception can be repeated for several months.

Contraindications

Kagocel should not be taken in case of increased susceptibility to the main and auxiliary components of the drug, deficiency of the lactase enzyme, lactose deficiency (lactose is an auxiliary substance), disorders of the digestive tract, taking into account glucose-galactose malabsorption.

Since special clinical studies have not been conducted, the drug is contraindicated in pregnant women and women during lactation, children under 3 years of age.

Side effects and overdose

Kagocel is one of the few drugs with a minimal set of possible side effects. When taken, hypersensitivity reactions sometimes appear in the form of drug urticaria, exacerbation of atypical dermatitis.

Cases of drug overdose are extremely rare. This condition is characterized by the appearance of nausea, vomiting, dizziness, stomach pain, diarrhea. To eliminate these symptoms, it is recommended to drink plenty of fluids enriched with electrolytes, you should also provoke vomiting, after which the intake of sorbents and other detoxification agents is indicated. There is no specific antidote.

List of cheaper analogues

Kagocel is an antiviral drug of the middle price category. The cost of packaging No. 10 ranges from 195 to 260 rubles. However, many are trying to find analogues of Kagocel, the cost of which will be lower.

It should be borne in mind that there are no absolutely identical (structural substitutes) drugs for him.

Below is a list of drugs similar to Kagocel in terms of therapeutic effect:

• Acyclovir 200 mg No. 20 - 40 rubles;
• Remantadin tab. No. 20 of a domestic manufacturer - 75 rubles, imported - 180;
• Antigrippin homeopathic children's granules 10 g No. 2 - 95 rubles, tab. No. 40 - 100 rubles;
• Anaferon No. 20 - 180 rubles;
• Cycloferon tab. 150 mg No. 20 - 180 rubles;
• Amizon 250mg №10 - 200 rubles.
• Cytovir-3 in the form of syrup - 385 rubles, caps. No. 12 - 335 rubles;
• Arbidol: capsules of 100 mg No. 10 - 245 rubles, No. 20 - 480 rubles, 200 mg No. 10 - 465 rubles;
• Ingavirin caps. 60 mg No. 7 - 425 rubles, 90 mg No. 7 - 505 rubles.

The list of the most budgetary substitutes includes:

• Acyclovir;
• Remantadine;
• Antigrippin;
• Anaferon;
• Cycloferon;
• Amizon.

It should be borne in mind that drugs that are cheaper in price can be more expensive, due to the nature of the reception and the different duration of treatment courses. For the same reason, more expensive drugs may cost less to the patient.

Some of the drugs exhibit more pronounced antiviral activity, and some are more convenient to take. Below we compare Kagocel with its analogues and highlight the advantages and disadvantages of both drugs.

Antigrippin or Kagocel

Antigrippin is a homeopathic preparation, which includes herbal and mineral ingredients. It exhibits antipyretic, adaptogenic, immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory effect. In addition, the indisputable advantages of the analog are:

• no side effects;
• approved for use in children older than a year;
• contraindicated only in case of intolerance to the components of the drug;
• has a mild effect.

However, antigrippin should be taken as soon as possible after the onset of malaise and the first signs of SARS in a child, only in this case it will be effective. With a complicated course of viral damage, it is a component of complex treatment. In addition, the course of treatment is about 10 days, which is not suitable for all patients.

Arbidol or Kagocel

The Russian analogue of kagocel is characterized by a double action and is a more expensive analogue. The drug exhibits a powerful immunomodulatory and antiviral effect. In addition, its cost is much lower than that of Kagocel.

In the treatment of influenza and other infections caused by viral agents, Arbidol will be more effective than Kagocel.

In addition, it is used in the complex treatment of rotavirus infection, secondary immunodeficiency conditions, lower respiratory tract diseases, including pneumonia and bronchitis.

When taken as a prophylactic, the likelihood of infection is significantly reduced, and if a person is still sick, the symptoms of ARVI go away in a mild form.

However, since Arbidol has a wider spectrum of action, there are more contraindications, which should be considered when taking the drug. Therefore, it is Kagocel that is considered safer and more effective.

Kagocel or Cycloferon

Cycloferon is the closest substitute for Kagocel in terms of therapeutic effect. This drug also stimulates the induction of interferon and exhibits an indirect antiviral effect, restoring humoral and cellular immunity.

It is prescribed in the complex treatment of neuroinfections, chlamydial and cytomegalovirus infections, arthritis, hepatitis of viral etiology, HIV, systemic lupus erythematosus.

Cycloferon is produced in several dosage forms, approved for use by children. However, the drug is contraindicated in case of gastric ulcer, acute gastritis, liver diseases, increased tendency to develop allergies, children under 4 years of age (Kagocel is allowed from 3).

In the course of laboratory studies, the ability of acridineacetic acid to penetrate into breast milk and through the hematoplacental barrier has been proven, therefore cycloferon is contraindicated in pregnant women during breastfeeding. In this case, Kagocel is a more versatile drug that is suitable for the treatment of adults and children.

Remantadine or Kagocel

The cheapest analogue of Kagocel is Russian rimantadine. This drug exhibits antiviral activity against influenza A and B viruses, tick-borne encephalitis, in addition, it has an immunomodulatory and antitoxic effect.

However, it is not compatible with drugs containing acetylsalicylic acid and paracetamol.

Remantadine is contraindicated in children under 7 years of age, with kidney pathologies, epilepsy, thyrotoxicosis, pregnant women, and during lactation can only be used with caution.

When taking rimantadine, side effects often develop in the form of vomiting, nausea, diarrhea, sleep disturbances, headache, overexcitation.

The drug can be taken for prophylaxis for a long time. In this case, the likelihood of contracting viral infections is reduced.

Kagocel or Ingivirin - which is better

Ingavirin is similar to Kagocel in terms of the mechanism of action. The main component of the drug is vitaglutam.

The cost of the analogue is slightly higher than Kagocel. However, it should be borne in mind that according to the instructions, Ingavirin should be taken 1 caps. once a day for 7 days. That is, one package is enough for the course.

INSTRUCTIONS
on the medical use of the drug
KAGOCEL®

PHARMACEUTICAL FORM: Tablets.

COMPOSITION:Active ingredient: Kagocel® 12 mg. Excipients: potato starch, calcium stearate, Ludipress (direct compression lactose, composition: lactose monohydrate, povidone (Kollidon 30), crospovidone (Kollidon CL)).

DESCRIPTION:Cream to brown tablets, round, biconvex, with patches.

PHARMACOTHERAPEUTIC GROUP:Antiviral agent.
ATH CODE:

PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
Pharmacodynamics
The main mechanism of action of Kagocel® is the ability to induce the production of interferon. Kagocel® causes the formation in the human body of the so-called late interferon, which is a mixture of a- and b-interferons with high antiviral activity. Kagocel® causes the production of interferon in almost all cell populations involved in the antiviral response of the body: T- and B-lymphocytes, macrophages, granulocytes, fibroblasts, endothelial cells. When ingesting a single dose of Kagocel®, the titer of interferon in the blood serum reaches its maximum values ​​after 48 hours. The interferon response of the body to the administration of Kagocel is characterized by prolonged (up to 4-5 days) circulation of interferon in the bloodstream. The dynamics of interferon accumulation in the intestine when Kagocel® is taken orally does not coincide with the dynamics of titers of circulating interferon. In the blood serum, the production of interferon reaches high values ​​only 48 hours after taking Kagocel®, while in the intestines, the maximum production of interferon is noted already after 4 hours.
Kagocel®, when prescribed in therapeutic doses, is non-toxic, does not accumulate in the body. The drug does not have mutagenic and teratogenic properties, is not carcinogenic and does not have an embryotoxic effect.
The greatest efficiency in the treatment with Kagocel® is achieved when it is prescribed no later than the 4th day from the onset of an acute infection. For prophylactic purposes, the drug can be used at any time, including immediately after contact with the infectious agent.
Pharmacokinetics
24 hours after administration, Kagocel® accumulates mainly in the liver, to a lesser extent in the lungs, thymus, spleen, kidneys, and lymph nodes. Low concentration is observed in adipose tissue, heart, muscles, testicles, brain, blood plasma. The low content of Kagocel in the brain is explained by the high molecular weight of the drug, which hinders its penetration through the blood-brain barrier. In plasma, the drug is found predominantly in bound form.
With daily repeated administration of Kagocel®, the volume of distribution varies widely in all organs studied. The accumulation of the drug in the spleen and lymph nodes is especially pronounced. When taken orally, about 20% of the administered dose of the drug enters the general circulation. The absorbed drug circulates in the blood, mainly in the form associated with macromolecules: with lipids - 47%, with proteins - 37%). The unbound portion of the drug is about 16%.
Withdrawal: the drug is excreted from the body mainly through the intestines: 7 days after administration, 88% of the administered dose is excreted from the body, including 90% through the intestines and 10% through the kidneys. The drug was not detected in exhaled air.

INDICATIONS FOR USE
Kagocel® is used in adults and children over 6 years of age as a prophylactic and therapeutic agent for influenza and other respiratory viral infections, as well as a remedy for herpes in adults.

CONTRAINDICATIONS
Increased individual sensitivity, pregnancy, childhood and adolescence.

METHOD OF APPLICATION AND DOSES
For the treatment of influenza and SARS, adults are prescribed in the first two days - 2 tablets 3 times a day, in the next two days - one tablet 3 times a day. In total, the course - 18 tablets, the duration of the course - 4 days.
Prevention of respiratory viral infections in adults is carried out in 7-day cycles: two days - 2 tablets 1 time per day, 5 days break, then repeat the cycle. The duration of the prophylactic course is from one week to several months.
For the treatment of herpes in adults, 2 tablets are prescribed 3 times a day for 5 days. In total, the course is 30 tablets, the duration of the course is 5 days.
For the treatment of influenza and acute respiratory viral infections, children aged 6 years and older are prescribed in the first two days - 1 tablet 3 times a day, in the next two days - one tablet 2 times a day. Total for the course - 10 tablets, the duration of the course is 4 days.
Prevention of influenza and SARS in children aged 6 years and over is carried out in 7-day cycles: two days - 1 tablet 1 time per day, 5 days off, then repeat the cycle. The duration of the prophylactic course is from one week to several months.

SIDE EFFECT
Perhaps the development of allergic reactions.

OVERDOSE
In case of accidental overdose, it is recommended to prescribe a plentiful drink, induce vomiting.

INTERACTIONS WITH OTHER DRUGS
Kagocel is well combined with other antiviral drugs, immunomodulators and antibiotics (additive effect).

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
To achieve a therapeutic effect, Kagocel® should be started no later than the fourth day from the onset of the disease.

RELEASE FORM
Tablets 12 mg.
10 tablets in a blister pack made of PVC film and aluminum foil with a heat sealable coating.
1 planimetric packing together with the application instruction is placed in a pack.

BEST BEFORE DATE.
2 years. After the expiration date, the drug should not be used.

STORAGE CONDITIONS.
In a dry, dark place at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C. Keep out of the reach of children.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF DISCOUNT FROM PHARMACIES.
Without a doctor's prescription.

Hi all! Let's continue the review of drugs, which began with Zovirax analogues, continued with an article on enterofuril, then with synupret analogues and further in the section "Introduction to healthy lifestyles". Today our topic is: "Kagocel - analogues, instructions for use, reviews." Please take the following seriously:

Influenza is an infection from which, if not treated, you can die within the first three days!!!

1. Kagocel - analogues, instructions for use, reviews

1.1 A few words about influenza

The human body after a long winter with a lack of sunlight and a minimum of vitamins is usually depleted by spring. Immunity weakens and it is easy for viruses to make people their prey. Influenza is especially raging in early spring, which rarely proceeds without complications.

Therefore, if everyone around is sneezing, coughing and having a temperature, it is worth remembering immunostimulants and antiviral drugs. One of them is Kagocel. I believe that it will be useful for readers to familiarize themselves with its instructions for use, as well as reviews and analogues of this drug.

1.2 How antivirals work

When it became known that the entire huge group of antibacterial drugs does not act on viruses that cause a huge number of diseases, especially the upper respiratory tract.

Pharmaceutical companies began to look for drugs that could, if not cope with the virus, then block its development in the body at its earliest stages. This is how drugs work rimantadine. They stop the reproduction of the virus inside the human cell, interrupting the disease at its very beginning.

Another group of antivirus tools, such as acyclovir, are able to stop the synthesis of the virus already built into the cell, which disrupts the assembly of particles of the new virion. True, some substances from this group, such as ribavirin, synthesized to combat viral hepatitis, can damage and kill the carrier's liver cells.

But most of all, both patients and doctors hope for drugs that can increase the level of interferons in the body: proteins that inhibit the synthesis of viral particles. They also quickly kill the damaged cell, preventing the spread of infection.

They activate enzymes that uncouple the RNA, which most often consists of the body of the virus. It belongs to this group kagocel, which has found its application in local viral lesions. It also affects all cells containing lymphoid tissue.

In addition to interferon inducers that stimulate its synthesis, such as

• arbidol,
• amiksin,
• rogasin,
• neovir
• kagocel,

The preparations of these proteins themselves are also actively used: wellferon, reaferon, roferon, influenzaferon and genferon. True, synthetic substitutes for human proteins have many side effects, for example, fever, muscle pain, anemia, arrhythmia, cerebrovascular accidents, vision problems, skin rashes, disorders of the gastrointestinal tract and much more.

wellferon

And therefore, drugs that stimulate the synthesis of these proteins by the body itself are much more often used, because they have less toxic effects.

1.3 Effects and composition of Kagocel

This substance refers to inducers of alpha and beta interferons in macrophages, T and B lymphocytes, fibroblasts, granulocytes, and also in endothelial cells. the main effects of exposure to this substance are antiviral and antimicrobial, immunomodulatory and radioprojection.

On the first day after taking the medicine, it begins to accumulate in tissues such as the liver, kidneys, lungs and lymph nodes, it is practically absent in adipose tissue, myocardial cells, muscles, nerve cells, blood plasma and testes, since they are not related to the immune system. answer.

By the end of the second day of using the drug, the titer of interferons in the body rises to the maximum, but since the intestines are most in contact with pathogenic microflora and viruses, the maximum rise in it will be after 4 hours.

The immune response after taking Kagocel persists for quite a long time - at least 4-5 days, during this period interferons are in large and small vessels, including capillaries. That is why the effectiveness of the drug in viral infections will be only in the first days after infection, it is not advisable to prescribe it after four or more days from the onset of the disease.

1.4 Kagocel: instruction

1.4.1 Contraindications

The drug has found its use in the treatment and prevention of viral diseases: influenza and various respiratory infections, as well as for the treatment of herpes simplex, but only in adults:

A child under 6 years of age should not take this medicine.

Kagocel is also contraindicated in pregnant and lactating mothers, in all patients with allergic reactions to any of the components of the drug and lactose, as well as in some metabolic disorders: deficiency of enzymes such as lactase and the presence of glucose-galactose malabsorption syndrome.

Kagocel also has side effects, but they are very rare, unlike interferon preparations. These are usually allergic reactions, but

in case of an overdose, both nausea and pain in the upper abdomen may appear.

The tool goes well with drugs that are used for the complex treatment of viral infections: antibiotics, immunomodulators and other antiviral drugs, the effect of them only enhances Kagocel.

1.4.2 Dosage

Its use in an adult to prevent infection with a virus involves the following dosage: two tablets a day for a week, and therefore you need to take a break for five days. There is another scheme in which Kagocel is taken for 2 days, and then the body also rests for 5 days. Sometimes a prophylactic course of admission can drag on for a month or more. For children older than six years, the dose for the prophylactic course is halved.

Treatment of viral infections in the first days after infection requires a much larger amount of the drug: for an adult, doctors recommend drinking 2 tablets three times a day for the first two days, and then halving the dose.

Such a course takes 4 days and requires almost two packs of 18 tablets. For a child, they will need a smaller dose: in the first two days from infection, it is recommended to give a tablet three times a day, then two more days - twice, in total you need one blister - 10 pieces.

The herpes virus is activated in the body with a weakened immune system and the presence of a viral infection in it. It should be treated with Kagocel at the time of the appearance of rashes, two pieces 3 times a day, the course of therapy is 5 days and 30 tablets. They must be swallowed whole, without biting and washed down with plenty of clean water.

1.5 Kagocel: price and form of release, storage

The average cost of one package can range from 200 to 290 rubles for a box containing 10 pieces. Pharmaceutical companies offer Kagocel in blisters of 10 pieces, the tablet has 12 mg of active ingredient.

1.6 Reviews about the drug

Many doctors and patients use this medicine because it is relatively new, effective and well advertised. However, not everyone knows that it helps only in the early stages of the fight against a viral infection.

Using it during a protracted infection leads to a certain addiction of patients to the medicine, since after taking it there are improvements, and without it, the condition worsens and it is very difficult to refuse to take it.

And with the flu, reviews are often contradictory: it is not always possible to accurately determine whether the body is obliged to improve the state of the drug or whether it would have done well without it.

1.7 Kagocel: analogues

1.7.1 Arbidol

Since the drug is quite expensive, patients often prefer its cheap counterpart. arbidol, costing an average of 165 rubles for 10 tablets or rimantadine, the price of which is about 75 rubles for a domestic drug and about 200 for a foreign analogue.

Arbidol refers to stimulators of the synthesis of interferons, as well as Kagocel. As its substitute, it can be useful for prevention and early treatment of influenza A and B viruses, other respiratory infections, immunodeficiency states. It is also used for bronchitis and pneumonia, herpes virus and for the prevention of complications of other infectious diseases.

But arbidol is not quite an analogue of kagocel: the first is more suitable for prevention, as it prevents the virus from entering the body, and the second helps to neutralize and destroy the infection in the early stages.

1.7.2 Amixin

Another drug similar to Kagocel is amiksin, the price of which is on average about 600 rubles and it can hardly be called cheap. He is also from the group of interferon inducers and is known for its effectiveness, safety and long-term effects.

The mechanism of action and many indications coincide with kagocel, however, amixin also has several new ones: viral hepatitis, cytomegalovirus, encephalomyelitis, chlamydia, and even tuberculosis. Contraindications for drugs are also identical, but you need to take amixin only once a day, and not three times.

1.7.3 Remantadine

Another cheap analogue of these drugs is rimantadine, the price of which is from 50 to 90 rubles. However, it does not affect the synthesis of interferons, but blocks the synthesis of viral proteins and its reproduction. The instruction recommends the use of the drug rimantadine for the treatment of viral hepatitis A and B, as well as tick-borne encephalitis.

It is also widely used to prevent and treat viral infections such as influenza, but only in adults and children over 7 years of age. Remantadine has a lot of side effects, especially from the side of the central nervous system: impaired attention and sleep, dizziness, headache, increased nervousness and fatigue.

The patient also has nausea and vomiting, dry mouth, loss of appetite. Since the drug has been on the market for a long time, in recent years there are often viruses that have been able to develop resistance to this drug.

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Today we talked on the topic: "Kagocel - analogues, instructions for use, reviews." I hope, dear readers, that the information on how to stop a viral infection was useful to you if you use Kagocel in its first days.

I would be glad if the instructions for use are useful to you, and it will also be useful to find out reviews and compare analogues.

Kagocel is one of the drugs that is characterized by antiviral activity. It is effective for colds (SARS, flu, parainfluenza, rotavirus, herpes infection and others). Before starting treatment with an antiviral drug, it is recommended that you read the instructions for use of Kagocel.

Manufacturer : the drug is released by the pharmaceutical company Nearmedic plus LLC.

Release form: the antiviral drug is available in the form of tablets at a dosage of 12 mg. One package contains a blister (cell, contour) with 10 tablets of the drug and instructions for use Kagocel.

Kagocel - composition of the drug

The active ingredient of the drug is Kagocel (12 mg). In addition to the main substance, the composition includes auxiliary elements: calcium stearate, fructose, potato starch, crospovidone, povidone, ludipress.

Action

According to the mechanism of action, Kagocel is similar to other antiviral drugs. The effectiveness of the therapeutic effect is due to the ability of the drug to enhance the synthesis of human interferon (gamma globulin). This interferon is an antibody that has antiviral activity.

The production of antibodies in the human body is carried out at the cellular level (activation of T-lymphocytes, B-lymphocytes, granulocytes, macrophages, and others). This mechanism of action of Kagocel explains the immunostimulatory effect of the drug. In addition to fighting a viral infection, an antiviral drug can increase the protective properties of the human body (immune response).

Already two days after taking Kagocel in the blood serum, the antibody titer reaches a maximum. The effect of the antiviral drug is quite long (the action of interferon in the blood serum lasts up to five days).

Kagocel is not a hepatotoxic drug and does not harm human health. The antiviral drug is also safe in terms of teratogenic and mutagenic properties. Kagocel is not able to accumulate in the body, is not toxic to the human embryo, and also does not have carcinogenic properties.

For higher rates of therapeutic effect, it is recommended to take an antiviral agent no later than the fourth day from the onset of an infectious disease. Kagocel is also suitable for preventive measures. To do this, you should take the drug immediately after contact with an infectious patient, or during an outbreak of acute respiratory diseases.

After oral administration, Kagocel accumulates in the liver after 24 hours. The antiviral drug partially accumulates in the thymus (thymus gland), lymph nodes, spleen, lungs and in the renal system. A sufficiently minimal concentration of Kagocel is recorded in adipose and muscle tissues, medulla, blood plasma, testes (in men) and in the heart muscle.

Due to its high mass at the molecular level, Kagocel is not able to penetrate the blood-brain barrier, which explains its low concentration in the white matter of the brain. Cumulation of the drug in the blood plasma occurs exclusively in bound form.

The antiviral drug is excreted from the body by the intestines after one week. Partially, the kidneys take part in this process (about 10%). Studies have shown that the lungs do not participate in the removal of Kagocel from the body (the drug was not found in the exhaled air).

Reviews on Kagocel patients can only be found positive.

interferon inductors.

Antiviral agents (with the exception of HIV infection).

pharmachologic effect

The drug has antiviral, immunostimulating, radioprotective and partially antimicrobial activity.

Instructions for use Kagocel

To find out how to take Kagocel, you should read the instructions on the leaflet of the antiviral product. Tablets are taken orally (directly inside) after the main meal. Drink plenty of pure water.

Dosage

With a therapeutic purpose against acute respiratory infections, an antiviral drug is taken according to the following scheme:

1. The first two days of the disease - two tablets three times a day.
2. The next two days - three times a day, one tablet.

The course of treatment involves taking 18 tablets for the entire period of the disease. The duration of therapy should not exceed four days.

1. For preventive purposes, Kagocel is taken according to a seven-day cycle. The first two days of the disease - they drink two tablets once, then take a break for five days. The cycle can be repeated again up to 1-2 months.
2. For therapeutic purposes against cytomegalovirus and herpes infections, the following scheme is followed: for five days, take 2 Kagocel tablets three times a day. In total, 30 tablets of the drug are obtained for the entire period of the infectious disease.

For children

1. 1. 1. Therapy for respiratory infections and influenza:
      • Children 3-6 years old are given one tablet twice a day (the first two days of the disease), and then 1 tablet once. The duration of treatment is four days, a total of 6 tablets per course.
      • Children from 6 years of age and above are prescribed one tablet three times a day (the first 2 days), and then 2 tablets twice a day. The course of treatment is 4 days, total - 10 tablets of Kagocel.

1. 1. 1. For preventive purposes:

Children 3-6 years old take one tablet once, then take a five-day break. The prophylaxis cycle is seven days.

Indications

The drug is prescribed for therapeutic purposes to fight a viral infection (with the exception of diseases caused by the human immunodeficiency virus):

1. 1. • herpetic disease.
      • Chlamydia (urogenital and respiratory).
      • Cytomegalovirus infection.
      • Rotavirus infection, etc.

Kagocel is also prescribed for the prevention of influenza and acute respiratory infections.

Contraindications to the appointment of Kagocel

• pregnant women (the entire gestational period);
• breastfeeding women;
• children under 3 years old;
• the presence of a lactase enzyme deficiency;
• patients with galactose malabsorption;
• patients with lactose intolerance;
• those who have hypersensitivity to the components of the drug (possibility of developing an allergic reaction).

Overdose

Cases describing an overdose of an antiviral drug have not yet been reported. In case of exceeding the indicated dose, it is recommended to immediately drink a large amount of pure water, try to induce vomiting.

Based on the studies, it has been proven that Kagocel well complements the effect of other antiviral drugs, which makes it possible to take it in complex therapy. Also, the antiviral agent enhances the effect of antibiotics (additive activity) and immunostimulants. Positive feedback from doctors on Kagocel speaks about the effectiveness and safety of the drug.

Attention! In the case of taking several drugs at the same time, it is possible to increase or decrease the therapeutic effect of a particular drug. This is a big risk, since with increased exposure to the drug, there may be cases of poisoning and even death.

There are no clinical data indicating the safety of Kagocel for pregnant women and nursing mothers. Therefore, it is strongly recommended to refrain from taking an antiviral agent.

Remember that for a favorable course of pregnancy, it is better to refrain from taking any medications. Many drugs are able to cross the placental barrier and may harm the embryo or fetus. We strongly recommend that you consult with your doctor before starting treatment.

If a pregnant woman has a severe or prolonged course of SARS, then preference should be given to proven medications. Today, there are many homeopathic remedies that will not harm the health of your child. But again, the decision on the need for medical treatment is made only by the doctor.

Predisposed individuals may develop an allergic reaction to the constituent components of the antiviral agent. Often, side effects appear as a result of an overdose or when the medication is taken incorrectly. If an allergy occurs, it is recommended to stop treatment with Kagocel.

Storage rules

The optimum air temperature is 25 degrees Celsius. Store the packaging in a dry, dark place, away from children.

Best before date : 2 years.

Do I need a prescription to purchase the antiviral agent Kagocel?

The drug is released without a prescription. However, don't overuse it. Any medication intake must be accompanied by the approval of the attending physician. Read the instructions for use of Kagocel in detail.

Analogues

Today, there are a huge number of antiviral drugs. You can make sure by looking at the list of more expensive and cheaper analogues of Kagocel:

1. Acyclovir;
2. Cycloferon;
3. Cytovir-3;
4. Remantadine;
5. Oksolin and others.

What can replace Kagocel? As can be seen from the list of analogues, Kagocel has a lot of similar medicines. The cost of some is much lower than Kagotsela. Below are cheap analogues of Kagocel.

Attention! Do not buy cheap analogues of Kagocel without a doctor's recommendation!

Kagocel or Arbidol - which is better?

Kagocel and Arbidol are very similar in their composition and mechanism of action. So which is better - Kagocel or Arbidol? It is difficult to answer the question unambiguously, because the first drug is suitable for one, and the second for the other.

Arbidol will seem to many more attractive for its price (it is much cheaper than its counterpart). But Kagocel has a wider range of effects on viruses (exception: human immunodeficiency virus).

Children's Kagocel

Kagocel is also indicated for therapeutic purposes in the fight against SARS and influenza, as well as for prevention. Kagocel for children 3-6 years old is prescribed 1 table. 2 times a day in the acute period of the disease. Children over 6 years old - 1 tab. 3 times a day.

Can I take Kagocel with swine flu?

Today, a very topical question arises - is it advisable to prescribe an antiviral drug for swine flu? Due to its ability to increase the body's immune response, Kagocel is very effective in swine flu. It stimulates the production of its own interferon in the blood, which will help resist the H1N1 A virus.

Kagocel is a synthetic antiviral agent that belongs to the group of interferon inducers. The tool is able to provide antiviral, antimicrobial, immunostimulating and radioprotective effects.

The drug is produced by the Russian pharmaceutical company. Nearmedic Plus campaign. The cost of packing tablets of 12 milligrams of the active ingredient (10 tablets per pack) is 260 rubles.

The mechanism of the antimicrobial effect of Kagocel is based on its ability to actively enhance the processes of synthesizing the body's own interferons. Kagocel also increases the production of proteins involved in providing an immune response by such cells as macrophages, granulocytes, lymphocytes, etc.

Interferons synthesized as a result of this have a pronounced antiviral effect on the pathogen, due to inhibition of the synthesis of viral proteins and deoxyribonucleic acid of the virus. It should also be noted that interferons have moderate antitumor activity.

The maximum concentration of protective proteins in the blood after the use of one dosage of the drug is observed after forty-eight hours. It should be noted that the maximum levels of interferons in the intestinal tissues are achieved within four hours after taking the first dose of the drug.

Significantly increased levels of interferons in the patient's blood can persist for five days after the end of Kagocel.

When using the drug in therapeutic dosages indicated in the instructions for use, Kagocel does not show toxic effects and is not able to accumulate in the body.

The maximum effectiveness of treatment with Kagocel is observed when it is used no later than the third or fourth day of the disease. For the prevention of viral diseases in children and adults, Kagocel can be used immediately after contact with the source of infection.

Kagocel is excreted from the body through the gastrointestinal tract. Up to ten percent of the drug is excreted in the urine, kidneys.

Within seven days after the end of the use of the drug, about 90 percent of the drug is excreted from the body.

Pharmacological group

Antivirals.

Why can't boys have Kagocel?

The effectiveness of the drug does not depend on the gender of the patient. There is also no data on the negative impact of Kagocel on the male body. In this regard, the drug is allowed to be taken by both female and male patients.

The myth that the remedy is contraindicated for men is associated with an incorrect interpretation of the composition of the remedy.

The main active ingredient of Kagocel is a polyphenol formed as a result of the synthesis of cellulose and cotton seed polyphenols (gossypol). In its pure form, gossypol is able to inhibit the process of spermatogenesis in men. However, as part of the drug, it is contained in a chemically modified form, being associated with cellulose polymers.

Thanks to this chemical modification, there is no release of gossypol, and therefore no negative effect on spermatogenesis.

Kagocel is an antibiotic or not

No. Kagocel is not an antibacterial agent. It is an antiviral drug that stimulates the synthesis of interferons.

What helps Kagocel

The drug has antiviral activity against viruses that cause and.

Release form and composition of the drug Kagocel

The drug is available in the form of tablets containing the main active ingredient - 12 mg. Each package contains 1 blister of ten tablets.

As additional components, lactulose, Ca stearate, ludipress, etc. are indicated.

Packing photo Kagocel - antiviral agent 10 tablets 12 mg

Recipe for Kagocel in Latin

Rep.: Tab. Kagocel
D.t. d. No. 10
S. Take as directed

Indications for use Kagocel

The drug can be used to prevent respiratory viral infections and influenza. Also, the agent can be used to treat acute respiratory viral infections and as part of complex therapy in the treatment of influenza, herpes infections and urogenital chlamydia.

Kagocel with angina (purulent raids on the tonsils, fever, sore throat), sinusitis (nasal congestion, headaches, purulent discharge from the nasal passages), otitis media (ear pain, suppuration from the ear) and other, mainly bacterial infections, does not apply as the main drug. If necessary, Kagocel can be used as an auxiliary drug as part of complex therapy.

How to use Kagocel

The medicine is intended for oral use. Tablets must not be chewed or crushed. Drink the product should be 100 or more milliliters of boiled water.

Kagocel can be taken after meals or during meals (meal does not affect the absorption of the drug).

How to take Kagocel for adults

When conducting complex therapy for acute respiratory viral infections and influenza, adults are prescribed:

• 2 tab. every eight hours - 2 days;
• 1 tab. every eight hours - 2 days. The course of therapy is 4 days. (18 tab.).

As part of the complex therapy of herpetic infections, Kagocel is prescribed 2 tablets. every eight hours for 5 days (total 30 tablets).

As part of the complex treatment of urogenital chlamydia, the drug is prescribed similarly to the scheme for herpes.

How to take Kagocel for children

For patients older than six years, the remedy is prescribed:

• 1 tab. every eight hours - 2 days;
• 1 tab. every six hours - 2 days. The course of therapy is 4 days. (Table 10).

How to take Kagocel for the prevention of SARS and influenza

If necessary, the remedy can be used as a prophylactic weekly cycles:

• 2 days - 2 tablets;
• 5 days break.

The duration of the course treatment is from 1 week to one month.

For children over six years of age, seven-day courses are also used. However, in the first 2 days they should take the 1st table. once a day. Then a five-day break is also made.

Contraindications Kagocel

The drug is not used to treat:

• children under six years of age (if necessary, the remedy can be prescribed to patients older than three years);
• women who are carrying a child and breastfeeding;
• patients with hereditary lactase deficiency;
• patients with individual intolerance to the components of the drug.

Side effects of Kagocel

Subject to the treatment regimens and dosages indicated in the instructions, the drug is well tolerated and, as a rule, does not cause side effects from treatment. In isolated cases, allergic reactions may develop.

Kagocel and alcohol - compatibility

Which is better, Kagocel or Cycloferon?

It is an antiviral drug produced by the Russian pharmaceutical company Polisan. The tool has immunostimulating, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects. The cost of packaging is 190 rubles.

Photo cycloferon 20 tablets for the treatment and prevention of influenza and ARVI

Cycloferon is included in the group of interferon inducers. Unlike Kagocel, the drug has a wider spectrum of activity and can be used as part of the complex therapy of hepatitis, viral encephalitis, herpes infections, bacterial and fungal infections, HPV, as well as autoimmune diseases and rheumatic lesions of the connective tissue.

Cycloferon is contraindicated in patients under four years of age, as well as women who are carrying a child or breastfeeding.

Which is better, Kagocel or Ergoferon?

Like Kagocel, it has antiviral and immunomodulatory activity. However, Ergoferon also has antihistamine and anti-inflammatory effects.

The drug is produced by the Russian pharmaceutical company Materia Media. The cost is 330 rubles.

Ergoferon can be prescribed from six months. During pregnancy and lactation, the use of Ergoferon is not recommended.

Which is better, Arbidol or Kagocel?

It is a Russian-made antiviral drug (Pharmstandard). The cost of a package (10 tablets) is 190 rubles.

The tool has a pronounced antiviral and immunomodulatory effects. The drug stimulates the synthesis of interferons and increases the degree of phagocytic activity of macrophage cells. Arbidol has a wider spectrum of activity than Kagocel.

The use of Arbidol is allowed from two years. It is not recommended to use during pregnancy and lactation.

Which is better, Kagocel or Remantadin

It is a highly effective antiviral and anti-influenza drug. The tool is produced by the Russian pharmaceutical company Biosintez.

The cost is 65 rubles.

Rimantadine is the most effective drug for therapy (provided that the reception is started in the first three days of illness) and prevention of influenza. Rimantadine can also be used as part of the complex therapy of viral encephalitis.

The use of Rimantadine is permissible from the age of seven. Wed is contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation, as well as in patients with diseases of the liver, kidneys and thyroid gland (thyroid gland).

Kagocel - analogues are cheaper

There is no cheaper analogue of Kagocel with a similar composition.

However, for the prevention of acute respiratory viral infections and influenza, cheap analogues of Kagocel with a similar mechanism of action can be used:

1. Arpeflu (75 rubles).

Antiviral drug produced by the Russian pharmaceutical company Lekpharm. The tool has antiviral, immunomodulatory and anti-influenza effects.

It can be used for the treatment and prevention of acute respiratory viral infections and influenza (as part of complex therapy) in patients older than three years.

2. (140 rubles).

Antiviral herbal remedy based on sea buckthorn extract (manufactured by the Russian pharmaceutical company PharmVILAR FPK).

The drug has an antiviral and moderate immunostimulating effect. The tool is able to inhibit the reproduction of respiratory and herpetic viruses.

5. Arbidol.

Also, if necessary, antiviral ointments can be used to prevent the occurrence, as well as as part of complex therapy:

• (140 rubles);
• Grippferon with loratadine (200 rubles, its use is contraindicated up to 18 years);
• Oksolin (60 rubles).