"LIZOBACT" (tablets): price, cheap analogues, instructions for use

Composition, release form, effect on the body and price of Lysobact

Lyzobact is based on two main active ingredients - lysozyme hydrochloride (muramidase) and pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6). These substances are “residents of our body”, and therefore their additional administration, when the immune system is weakened, cannot do any harm. In extremely rare cases, allergic reactions occur.

The drug compensates for the deficiency of lysozyme and pyridoxine, thereby forcing the immune system to “work” to destroy pathogenic microflora (viruses, bacteria, fungi). It should be noted that Lizobact has an antiseptic, antiviral, regenerating and local immunomodeling effect.

Thanks to lysozyme, the peptidoglycan layer of the microbial cell wall is destroyed and the bacterial load is reduced. Pyridoxine hydrochloride protects the oral mucosa from superficial ulcerations, i.e. exhibits anti-aphthous effect. Vitamin B6 enhances antioxidant protection due to its participation in amino acid metabolism, and also improves cell synthesis and eliminates inflammatory reactions.

Lyzobact is produced by Bosnalek/Akrikhin (Bosnia and Herzegovina) in only one form - lozenges. Each package contains three blisters of 10 tablets each. The price per package is on average 320 rubles.

Beneficial features

Lysozyme is an enzyme that is characteristic of saliva, tear fluid, and breast milk. It is an integral element of the innate immune system.

The component acts in the body as a response to the influence of harmful bacteria. In the case of an inflammatory process, cells begin to actively fight viruses, and the body weakens. Lysozyme fights harmful microorganisms without harming the immune system, but rather strengthening it.

Pyridoxine is a vitamin B6 that stimulates metabolism. The element takes an active part in the synthesis of hemoglobin, provides the supply of glucose necessary for the normal functioning of the body to the cells, and normalizes amino acid metabolism.

Indications and contraindications for use

Lysobact is used for inflammatory processes of the mucous membrane of the pharynx and oral cavity, and in particular in the treatment of diseases such as:

• gingivitis;
• stomatitis (including aphthous);
• tonsillitis;
• ulcerations of the oral mucosa of various origins;
• pharyngitis;
• laryngitis;
• catarrhal diseases of the pharynx due to ARVI;
• herpetic rashes in the oral cavity (in combination with antiviral therapy);
• pregnancy and lactation (for all inflammatory phenomena in the oropharynx);
• after surgical interventions in the oral cavity.

When is the drug contraindicated?

Exceptions to taking Lizobact are the following factors:

• individual intolerance to lactose or other components of the product;
• age category up to 3 years;
• insufficient amount of lactase.

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Characteristics of Imudon

The drug is available in the form of tablets, which contain a mixture of bacterial lysates as an active component.

Imudon is an immunostimulating drug used in the treatment of dental and ENT diseases. Under the influence of the medication, the production of interferon and lysozyme in the human body increases, and phagocytosis is activated.

Imudon is an immunostimulating drug used in the treatment of dental and ENT diseases.

Imudon is used as a therapeutic and prophylactic agent for the following conditions:

• inflammatory processes developing in the pharynx;
• chronic tonsillitis;
• before surgical treatment in the oral cavity and after completion of operations;
• glossitis (inflammation of the tongue);
• periodontal disease, stomatitis;
• infectious processes developing in the gums after tooth extraction;
• bleeding gums;
• dysbacteriosis developing in the oral cavity;
• erosions that appear in the oral cavity in people who are forced to wear removable dentures.

The drug is contraindicated in case of individual intolerance to its components and autoimmune pathologies. The medicine is not prescribed to children under 3 years of age.

Taking Imudon sometimes leads to the development of side effects, which are manifested by nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and symptoms of an allergic reaction.

In rare cases, chronic respiratory diseases worsen.

Imudon can be taken together with various medications.

How to use Lizobact correctly?

For adult patients and children over 12 years of age, the following regimen is recommended: 2 tablets under the tongue up to 3-4 times a day. The course of therapy is a maximum of 8 days (usually 2 packs of the drug are needed per treatment cycle).

The children's dosage is as follows: the age group from 3 to 7 years uses the drug three times a day, 1 tablet, the older group (7-12 years) - 1 tablet 4 times a day.

The tablets should be dissolved slowly, do not chew, try to keep Lyzobact in the mouth longer so that all lumps of the drug substance dissolve.

Is it possible to overdose?

If the instructions are followed, no adverse reactions occur (rarely allergic individual reactions), but if the recommended dose is significantly exceeded, unpleasant sensations may occur in the upper and lower extremities - tingling and numbness. To eliminate this reaction, the patient should be forced to drink as much water as possible.

Is there an interaction between Lizobact and other medications?

Yes, such a connection has been noticed. Lysobact may weaken the effect of levodopa or enhance the effectiveness of some antibiotics and diuretics. There are drugs that require a higher intake of vitamin B6, for example, the anti-tuberculosis drugs pyrazinamide and isoniazid. In such cases, the deficiency of vitamin B6 is compensated for by a separate mono prescription.

Storage of the drug

Lizobakt remains suitable for up to 5 years, subject to storage temperatures from 10° to 30°C and air humidity not exceeding 50%.

Lizobact and its cheap analogues (Laripront and Hexaliz) - price, advantages and disadvantages of drugs

As we already know, Lizobakt costs about 320 rubles, but for the full course of treatment you will have to fork out a little and buy another pack. In total, eight-day therapy will require 640 rubles, not counting other prescribed drugs.

It will not be possible to find a structural analogue (similarity in the active substance) of Lyzobact, it simply does not exist, but two drugs are considered to be the closest - Laripront and Hexalise. These drugs contain one of the components of Lyzobact - lysozyme.

Laripront or Lizobact - which is better?

Laripront contains two main substances - lysozyme hydrochloride and dequalinium chloride, the second component displaces vitamin B6, which is found in Lyzobact.
Therefore, the composition of the drug differs by 1/2 part. Laripront is produced in Egypt and Germany, but in our market you can often find an Egyptian manufacturer. The price for package No. 20 (Egypt) is approximately 180 rubles, the German drug costs a little more - 220 rubles (for the same number of tablets).

According to the official instructions, Laripront is prescribed every 2-3 hours, and only the doctor determines how many tablets are needed per day or for the entire course of treatment (this issue is not specified in the instructions). The patient cannot determine the dosage on his own, but everything is clearly described in the instructions for Lizobact, and you can do without a doctor.

The main advantage of Laripront is the price; it is 100–140 rubles cheaper, and for many patients this is the decisive factor in favor of Laripront.

Lizobact and Laripront are similar in their antimicrobial action, but the second is still capable of thinning sputum and stopping minor bleeding. Indications and contraindications for the use of these drugs are identical.

The instructions for the drug do not say anything regarding use in pregnant women and children; here again, all questions should be asked to the doctor. There is a lot of useful information online about success in these two populations. But getting treatment over the Internet is still a thankless task.

Side effects

When testing the drug, no side effects were found. In isolated cases, an allergic reaction was observed.

Hexalize is characterized by anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antiviral properties. Moreover, the drug has an analgesic effect. The drug is presented in the form of tablets that must be dissolved. It is not recommended to take more than 6 tablets per day, for both adults and children.

Compound

The composition of the drug Hexaliz includes lysozyme, identical to Lysobact, as well as biclotymol and enoxolone. Instead of lactose, citric acids and lemon oil are present as excipients.

For children

The drug Hexaliz is approved for children over six years of age. They need to take a tablet every 5 hours.

For pregnant women

Unlike Lizobact, the presented medicine is recommended to be taken during pregnancy and feeding of a child only under the strict supervision of the attending physician. When used independently, Hexalize can cause harm to the fetus.

Contraindications

Price policy

Hexalize differs slightly in price. The difference is insignificant; the cost of a package containing 30 tablets is 290 rubles.

Hexoral is a medicinal product presented in the form of an aerosol and tablets with a characteristic menthol aroma. The product must be sprayed into the affected area or absorbed.

Hexoral has an antimicrobial effect. In addition, it effectively relieves inflammation in the oral cavity and has a mild analgesic effect.

Compound

The drug contains hexetidine, which acts as the main active ingredient. As auxiliary components, the drug contains citric acid and eucalyptus leaf oil.

For children

For pregnant women

Hexoral is not contraindicated for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. As an additional precaution, medical advice is required.

Contraindications

In case of an overdose of the drug, vomiting is observed. Unlike Lizobact, Hexoral is less safe. A side effect is loss of taste buds.

Price policy

On average, the pricing policy for Hexoral varies within 280 rubles, depending on the form of the drug. Lozenges are inferior in price to Lizobact, their price is 190 rubles, the cost of a spray is on average 280 rubles.

Hexaliz or Lyzobact?

Hexaliz is the second closest drug to Lizobact. In addition to lysozyme, it contains two more components: enoxolone and biclotymol. Manufacturer – France, package – 30 tablets. But, the price of the drug is close to 300 rubles, which is only 20 rubles less than the cost of Lizobact . Therefore, Hexalize is not a cheap analogue, and we will not dwell on it in detail.
We can only add a little more information: the maximum daily dose of Hexalyse is the same, the full course of treatment is slightly longer - up to 10 days. Allowed for children over 6 years old. Pregnant and lactating women use this product only according to strict indications.

Other popular cheap analogues of lysobact

In addition to Hexaliz and Laripront, there are cheap analogues of Lizobact according to the pharmacological properties of antiseptics. Let's get acquainted with some representatives of the tablet form:

• Faringosept (Romania) – 170 rubles (20 pcs.);
• Hexoral tabs (Germany) – 180 rubles (20 pcs.);
• Septolete (Slovenia) – 170 rubles (30 pcs.);
• Grammidin (Russia) – 160 rubles (20 pcs.);
• Sebidin (Poland) – 160 rubles (20 pcs.);
• Falimint (Germany) – 180 rubles (20 pcs.);
• Agisept (India) – 120 rubles (24 pcs.).

Cheap analogues of Lizobact for children include the following drugs: Faringosept, Adjisept, Neo-Angin (130 rubles for 24 tablets), Septolete, Hexoral tabs.

Effective antiseptics for the oral cavity and pharynx are drugs of various dosage forms, for example:

• Furacilin (Russia), tablets for solution 10 pieces - 55 rubles;
• Lugol with glycerin (Russia), solution 50 grams – 115 rubles;
• Malavit (Russia) mouth rinse 300 ml – 180 rubles;
• Ingalipt (Russia), aerosol 30 ml – 70 rubles;
• Hepilor (Ukraine) – spray 20 ml – 120 rubles;
• Kameton (Russia), aerosol 30 g – 60 rubles.

All these drugs are rather indirect analogues of Lyzobact.

Lizobact itself is ideal for pregnant women, although the price for it cannot be said to be cheap, but it is not exorbitant, however, pregnant patients are still looking for analogues with a lower cost. In such cases, otolaryngologists prescribe Faringosept, Kameton, Gorlospas (Ukraine, spray 45 ml, 120 rubles), and other drugs.

For pregnant and lactating women, even the most harmless medications should be prescribed only by a doctor. But, I would like to note, if you scroll through the forums where expectant mothers correspond, among all the advice on treating inflammation of the pharynx, the leading positions are occupied by Lizobact and herbal medicine.

Also, before purchasing certain analogues, there are questions to doctors about purchasing the best product. Let's consider several cases.

Which is better to choose?

When choosing a drug, you should consider effectiveness, safety and availability. The most common analogues of Lyzobact are:

• Laripront.
• Grammidin.
• Faringosept.
• Imudon.
• Septolete.
• Falimint.

Without special education and clinical experience, it is quite difficult to settle on just one medicine: Lizobakt, Grammidin, Laripront, Imudon or Faringosept. Currently, most patients focus primarily on price. However, it is necessary to take into account the composition of the drug, pharmacological properties, indications, contraindications, possibility of use during pregnancy and childhood, restrictions on prescription, etc.

More detailed information regarding the available Lyzobact analogues can be given to you by either a qualified pharmacist or a medical specialist.

Lysobacter

Combined antiseptic agents for topical use include Lizobact. The pharmacological effect of the drug is due to the presence of such active components as:

• Lysozyme. A natural enzyme that acts as an antiseptic. Active against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, viruses and fungi. Participates in local nonspecific immunity.
• Pyridoxine. Protects the mucous membrane of the oral cavity and pharynx from superficial ulcerations. Does not have any effect on the pharmacological properties of lysozyme.

If inflammation of the throat, gums or oral mucosa has developed, these lozenges are just for you. However, it must be considered an adjuvant and combined with rinses or inhalations, using antiseptic, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory solutions.

It is allowed to be prescribed for the treatment of women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. Children are allowed to take from 3 years old. The pharmaceutical company from Bosnia and Herzegovina “Bosnalijek” produces Lyzobakt, which sells for 260 rubles per pack of lozenges (30 pieces).

Laripront

Another combined antiseptic drug for topical use is Laripront. It contains two antiseptics: dequalinium chloride and lysozyme. Effectively copes with infectious and inflammatory diseases affecting the mucous membranes of the mouth and throat. Detrimental to pathogenic bacteria, viruses and fungi.

Common points between Lizobact and Laripront:

• Indications for use.
• Both contain the active component lysozyme.
• Can be taken during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Approved for use in children.

Differences between Laripront and Lizobact:

• Laripront contains two active components that exhibit a more pronounced antiseptic effect.
• Price. Laripront is about 30-50 rubles cheaper.

Compared to Lizobact, Laripront lozenges have a stronger antiseptic effect and are 20% cheaper. It can be considered as an excellent analogue for Lyzobakt.

Imudon

According to the instructions for use, Imudon is an immunostimulating drug. Contains a mixture of lysates (fragments of microorganisms) of the main bacteria that provoke inflammation in the mouth and throat. The pharmacological action of the drug used in the treatment of otolaryngological and dental diseases is as follows:

• Activation of phagocytosis (binding and digestion of foreign particles by cells).
• An increase in special cells involved in local immune defense.
• Increased production of lysozyme (natural antiseptic) and interferon.
• Increased production of class A immunoglobulin (specific antibodies) in saliva.

Imudon is an effective remedy for eliminating acute or chronic infectious and inflammatory diseases of the throat. It can be used both as monotherapy and for combined treatment of these pathologies.

Common points between Imudon and Lyzobact:

• Main indications for use.
• Allowed for use in children (from three years of age).
• Same dosage form.

The main differences between Imudon and Lyzobact:

• The advantages of Imudon lie in its wider use in terms of otolaryngological and dental pathologies. It can also be prescribed for prophylactic purposes. It is considered more effective for tonsillitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis and stomatitis than Lizobact.
• Among the disadvantages are the high price (480 rubles) and limited use for pregnant and lactating women. The instructions indicate that Imudon is not recommended for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

It should be remembered that lozenges used as local therapy are an auxiliary component to the main treatment.

Grammidin

If you need a combination medicine for symptomatic treatment of infectious and inflammatory pathology of the oral cavity and upper respiratory tract, pay attention to Grammidin. However, it is not recommended to use it if there are open wounds in the oral cavity, since the active component cetylpyridinium, which is part of the drug, can slow down the healing processes of the mucous membrane.

Grammidin for children can be used from the age of four and during pregnancy, but only after receiving approval from the supervising doctor. At the same time, the period of breastfeeding is a contraindication for use.

In all main parameters (efficacy, safety, price), Grammidin and Lizobact can be considered almost identical drugs. They may well act as medicinal analogues for each other. Nevertheless, Grammdidin copes more effectively with sore throat, sore throat, inflammation, etc.

Faringosept

Acute and chronic tonsillitis, gingivitis, stomatitis, laryngitis, pharyngitis - all this is an indication for the use of Faringosept. The active ingredient is ambazone monohydrate. The pronounced local antimicrobial effect characteristic of Faringosept makes it possible to successfully eliminate infectious and inflammatory diseases of the mouth and throat. It has a fairly wide spectrum of action against gram-positive and gram-negative pathogenic microflora.

Contraindicated only in the presence of hypersensitivity to the active and auxiliary substances of the drug. In some cases, allergic reactions were observed, accompanied by skin rashes, itching, burning, redness, etc. The therapeutic course usually lasts three to four days.

Grammidin and Faringosept are almost similar drugs in terms of effectiveness and safety; if you are in doubt about which is better to choose, consult a doctor or pharmacologist. The only thing that can be noted is the cost. Faringosept, produced by the Indian pharmaceutical company Ranbaxy, is slightly cheaper than Grammidin (40-60 rubles). Both drugs are approved for use during pregnancy and childhood (from 3 years of age).

Septolete

As an excellent replacement for Lizobact, you can use the drug Septolete Total. It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antiseptic effects. Successfully destroys both pathogenic bacteria and fungi, and some strains of viruses. Septolete Total is not contraindicated in pregnant and breastfeeding women, but its use must be pre-approved by the attending physician.

You cannot take the drug and drink milk at the same time, since in such cases the disinfecting effect of the drug will be reduced. It is not recommended to combine with other antiseptics for topical use and carry out long-term treatment (more than a week).

The approximate cost of Septolete Total lozenges is 220 rubles.

Lizobakt or Imudon?

Comparing these drugs, it is obvious that Imudon is a medicine consisting of a mixture of bacterial lysates, and is intended purely to increase local immunity in otolaryngology and dentistry. It is indicated more for the prevention of disease, when it is necessary to restore the microflora of the mucous membrane.

Lysobact is a weaker immunomodulator, but it has an additional property - a pronounced antiseptic effect, and is used more often for acute infections.

Both drugs are used from the age of three, but Imudon is prohibited during pregnancy and in nursing women. Imudon has contraindications for autoimmune processes and has more side effects, and the indications for use are similar to Lysobact. The main disadvantage of Imudon is the price - 24 lozenges cost about 450 rubles.

Faringosept

Faringosept is a drug characterized by antiseptic properties. The drug begins to affect the body 30 minutes after administration.

Faringosept is available in the form of tablets that must be dissolved. Drinking water or chewing is contraindicated. Unlike Lizobakt, the spectrum of action of the drug is limited; it is intended exclusively for the treatment of infectious diseases.

Compound

The active substance of Faringosept is ambazone monohydrate. The composition of additional components is similar to the composition of Lysobact: lactose, sucrose. The medicine also contains cocoa and lemon extract.

For children

The drug Faringosept is not contraindicated for patients over 3 years of age. They are recommended to take no more than 3 tablets per day 15 minutes after a meal, while adults need to use up to 5 Faringosept tablets.

For pregnant women

Faringosept has no contraindications for women during pregnancy and breastfeeding, since it is not absorbed into the blood, but only acts on the surface.

Contraindications

Faringosept, as practice has shown, is well tolerated by patients. The drug is not recommended for those people who are overly sensitive to ambazone.

Price policy

As for the pricing policy of Faringosept, it is slightly higher than the cost of Lizobact. The price of a Faringosept package varies between 240 rubles, but it is difficult to say that the presented drug is better than Lizobact.

Laripront is a drug presented in the form of absorbable tablets, whose pharmacological properties are broader than those of Lizobact.

The drug has antimicrobial and antiviral effects, quickly eliminates inflammation and helps thin sputum. For this reason, Laripront can claim to be a high-quality analogue of Lizobact.

Compound

The composition of Laripront is closest to the composition of Lysobact. The active ingredient of the drug is Lysozyme.

For children

Laripront is safe for children. Children over 3 years old are recommended to take a tablet every couple of hours. Infants can be given the medicine by first dissolving a quarter of a tablet in clean water.

For pregnant women

Laripront can be taken by both women during pregnancy and those breastfeeding their baby.

Contraindications

The drug Laripront has no side effects. As an exception, an allergic reaction may occur. The drug is contraindicated only in cases where the patient has an individual intolerance to the components of Laripront.

Price policy

Despite its pharmacological properties, Laripront is cheaper than Lizobact. Its pricing policy varies within 290 rubles per pack of 30 tablets.

Strepsils is a medicinal product in the form of lozenges, about ten types, as well as a spray. The medicine actively fights microbes and fungi. Thus, its pharmacological properties are inferior to Lyzobact.

Compound

The composition of the drug differs significantly from Lizobact. Strepsils contains allylmetacresol, ascorbic acid, ginger extract, depending on the type of lollipop.

For children

Strepsils should not be used by children under 5 years of age. Children starting from 6 years old should not exceed a dose of 7 lozenges per day.

For pregnant women

The drug can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding only after consulting with doctors. An exception is Strepsils intensive, which is best not taken by this category of patients.

Contraindications

Unlike Lizobact, the drug is contraindicated for people suffering from stomach ulcers, as well as for children under 6 years of age.

Price policy

Strepsils is inferior in price to Lyzobact. The average cost of the medicine is 190 rubles per pack of 24 tablets.

Inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity are unpleasant not only because they cause discomfort when talking, swallowing or eating, but also because they tend to become chronic. Unfortunately, over time, bacteria become resistant to antibiotics, so the issue of treating chronic inflammation of the mucous membrane remains relevant. The answer to this may be immunomodulatory drugs that mobilize the natural mechanisms of the human body to fight the disease. Among such medicines on the shelves of our pharmacies you can find Imudon (Solvay Pharmaceuticals, France) and Lizobact (Bosnalek JSC, Bosnia and Herzegovina).

Which is better - Grammidin or Lizobact?

The drugs are completely different in their composition. Grammidin is an antibiotic, the main active ingredient of which is gramicidin C. The action of Grammidin is aimed at destroying a wide range of bacteria, especially if the drug is taken in high concentrations.

Taking the tablets is accompanied by additional salivation, which promotes natural sanitation of the oropharynx. Lysobact is weaker in relation to bacteria, it inhibits their spread more, but cannot completely destroy them. Consequently, in more complex cases, with tonsillitis and tonsillitis, Grammidin will be the best.

Grammidin is not used during lactation, and in pregnant women, use is allowed only in the second and third trimester under the strict supervision of a doctor. The limit for children is the age category up to 4 years. Indications, contraindications and adverse reactions for the drugs are similar. The main advantage of Grammidin is the price; it is almost two times cheaper.

We recommend reading – instructions for use of Grammidin.

Lizobact or Faringosept - which is better?

Faringosept contains ambazone, an antiseptic, and therefore is completely different from Lizobact in terms of the active substance.
The drug acts on pathogenic microflora: streptococci, staphylococci (moderate effect), pneumococci. It does not affect the intestinal flora, thereby not causing dysbiosis. Faringosept increases salivation and causes “good” bacteria to fight pests. This helps get rid of pathogenic microorganisms, reduce irritation and moisturize the oral mucosa and pharynx.

The contraindications and possible side effects of these two drugs are identical, but the list of indications for Lizobact is longer. Just like Lizobact, Faringosept is approved for use from the age of three.

Pregnant and lactating women are prescribed the drug only when necessary, and only at the discretion of the doctor.

Faringosept is approximately 1.5 times cheaper than Lizobact.

Lizobakt - price, cheap analogues

Sore throats in children of various origins are not something surprising for parents. Each mother has her own, proven medication, with which she can quickly relieve her baby of the symptoms of the disease. One of the most popular products can be called Lyzobact - price, cheap analogues, description and instructions will be considered in more detail.

The medicine is produced by many foreign pharmaceutical companies, so you can be completely confident in its quality. Lysobact is a local remedy and works in two directions: it kills pathogenic bacteria and has an antiseptic effect. Thanks to this, inflammatory processes and irritation on the mucous membranes of the oral cavity and larynx quickly disappear.

What does the drug consist of?