During breastfeeding, a woman’s natural immunity may be weakened, because the body spends a lot of resources on milk production.
During the cold season, some young mothers are bothered by a sore throat, and the choice of therapeutic drugs is complicated by the fact that few of the drugs are incompatible with lactation.
The doctor must select the optimal treatment, assessing all possible risks for mother and baby. One of the frequently prescribed remedies to combat the disease is Ingalipt spray.
Description and characteristics of the drug
Ingalipt is a domestic medicine that has been produced since the late 60s of the last century. Despite its venerable age, there are still no analogues of the drug. Its analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial effect has long been confirmed. And if you take into account the affordable price of the spray, it becomes clear why it is so popular among people of different ages and genders.
Inhalipt during lactation is prescribed for the treatment of laryngitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, catarrhal and follicular tonsillitis, and various types of stomatitis.
Aerosol is available in bottles from 15 to 45 ml. The kit includes a convenient nozzle with a sprayer that allows you to accurately control the dosage of the medicine.
Inhalipt is a local antiseptic, which means it is almost not absorbed into the blood. This suggests that only minor traces are found in breast milk.
The composition of the aerosol includes synthetic and natural ingredients:
- sulfathiazole 0.8 g (main active ingredient);
- sodium sulfonamide 0.8 g;
- streptocide 0.85 g;
- thymol 0.015 g (thyme or thyme extract, herbal component);
- eucalyptus oil 0.02 g;
- peppermint oil 0.025 g.
Auxiliary components:
- sucrose;
- glycerol;
- ethanol;
- polysorbate-80;
- water, specially purified.
All components of Inhalipt together work for each other. The composition is designed to maximize the effect of each ingredient. This is why the aerosol is so effective and popular.
Composition and properties of the drug
The drug contains active and auxiliary substances that enhance the medicinal effect
Ingalipt is a medication that has antiviral, antifungal, and antibacterial effects. The medicine has a complex effect, not only inhibits the activity of pathogenic microbes, but also relieves pain, relieves cough, and “softens” the throat. It is available in the form of a spray or aerosol, which allows the composition to be irrigated directly at the location of bacteria in the oral cavity and upper respiratory tract. This action is due to the presence of the following main components:
- Peppermint essential oil. It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, expectorant properties. Peppermint oil relieves coughs, relieves spasms, and clears the throat of bacteria. The component is of natural origin, it is obtained by evaporation from the leaves and stems of the peppermint plant. The composition contains carotene, rutin, tannins, vitamin C.
- Glycerol. Helps relieve swelling of tissues, cleanse the surface of the mucous membrane from plaque and pus, and promotes the natural release of secretory fluid from the nasopharynx.
- Thymol. The substance present in thyme and thyme is synthesized chemically. It has disinfectant and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Sodium sulfathiazole. The antibacterial component of the drug has a detrimental effect on staphylococci and streptococci, and prevents the proliferation of negative microflora on the oral mucosa.
- Eucalyptus oil. It has a natural origin, is considered a natural antiseptic, softens an irritated throat, relieves pain, has an anti-inflammatory, expectorant effect, and stimulates the body's natural defenses.
- Streptocide (Sulfanilamide). It has a pronounced antibacterial and antimicrobial effect. Blocks the activity of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
The composition of the drug is supplemented with ethyl alcohol, water, nitrogen, sodium saccharin, polysorbate. The purpose of these components of Inhalipt is to enhance the effect of the main active ingredients and provide the necessary consistency of the spray. The medicine is used for diseases of the ENT organs that affect the larynx - tonsillitis, sore throat, pharyngitis, laryngitis, as well as stomatitis.
Ingalipt is a popular remedy for combating diseases of the ENT organs, so you can find the drug in almost any pharmacy. The medicine is produced by several large pharmaceutical companies, so the packaging may differ in appearance, but the composition and name of the drugs are identical. An exception is Ingalipt-N, which contains norsulfazole (a second-generation drug) instead of sulfathiazole. The cost of Ingalipt is more than affordable, compared to analogues, amounting to 80–120 rubles per bottle.
Photo gallery: varieties of the drug Ingalipt
Ingalipt from Nika Farm is produced in the form of a spray in a glass container. Ingalipt from Pharmstandard in the form of an aerosol is most often found in modern pharmacies. Ingalipt in a metal bottle is a classic drug familiar to many mothers from childhood. Ingalipt in a plastic bottle is protected from mechanical damage. Some manufacturers produce the drug in glass bottle, this ensures the absence of any chemical interactions between the contents and the packaging Ingalipt-N is slightly different from the drug Ingalipt in composition
Is the spray safe while breastfeeding?
The instructions for the drug indicate that Ingalipt is not recommended for breastfeeding. This is due to the fact that the drug was not tested on lactating women due to high financial costs.
It is important! Doctors say that Ingalipt during breastfeeding does not affect lactation itself and the amount of milk produced. However, high dosages of its individual components may have an undesirable effect. Peppermint is not recommended for use by nursing women, but since the drug is almost not absorbed, the effect of this plant only applies locally.
Effect on nursing mother
Essential oils soothe a sore throat and have a calming effect. They have a mucolytic effect, so they are often used to treat cough and symptoms of bronchitis. Eucalyptus essential oil can heal ulcers and restore mucous membranes.
Thymol destroys microbes; in addition, it is effective against fungi of the genus Candida, which provoke diseases of the oral cavity (thrush, stomatitis, tonsillitis). This substance also neutralizes a sore throat.
The auxiliary component glycerin removes excess fluid from the body, removes swelling, and neutralizes purulent plaque.
Can Inhalipt be used by a nursing mother? Only as prescribed by the attending physician. The drug is recommended for the treatment of both the throat and nasopharynx. During injection, a convenient nozzle distributes the composition throughout the entire oral cavity and upper respiratory tract.
Effect on milk and infants
Women who want to play it safe should know:
- streptocide is completely eliminated from the body after 20 hours, and its half-life occurs after 10 hours;
- sulfathiazole is excreted after 3 hours;
- You can protect your infant as much as possible from the effects of the mother’s medication if you completely comply with the dosage and follow the instructions for the drug;
- essential oils are allergic, so the drug is not prescribed to people with a possible negative reaction. There are known cases of reflex bronchospasm in children who had contact with essential oils.
On a note! Ignoring the correct dosage can have a toxic effect on the infant's body and cause jaundice.
How to use Inhalipt correctly while breastfeeding
It is recommended to use the drug no more than 4 times a day. It must be sprayed in a vertical position, while inhaling, twice per dose. Be sure to gargle before use. After the procedure, it is advisable not to consume food or water for 1 hour. The correct dosage during breastfeeding should be indicated by a specialist.
Effect of the drug on breast milk
After consultation with a pediatrician, a nursing mother must decide for herself whether to use Ingalipt or not, since there is still a risk of harmful effects on the child during breastfeeding. With proper dosing, the components of the drug enter the mother’s blood in minimal quantities. But if the therapeutic dosage is exceeded, there is a risk of drugs passing from the bloodstream into breast milk. The baby may experience an allergic reaction or indigestion. The baby's body is very sensitive to the effects of possible allergens.
Expert opinion
Sokolova L. S.
Pediatrician of the highest category
To reduce the likelihood of Ingalipt components passing into breast milk, a woman must strictly follow the dosage prescribed by the doctor. In addition, it is recommended to inhale the aerosol immediately after feeding the baby. Then, by the time the baby is next put to the breast, the amount of dangerous substances in the mother’s blood and in her milk will decrease.
Features of use for hepatitis B
Years of successful treatment of nasopharyngeal diseases in women during lactation prove that the spray does not harm the composition of milk, although it penetrates into it only slightly. In addition, some Ingalipt substances are able to overcome such a powerful barrier as the placenta.
When starting treatment, be sure to read the instructions for use. Then the baby’s condition should be monitored for two days. If there are no signs of allergies or other negative symptoms (lethargy, lack of appetite, frequent crying and excitability), you can safely continue therapy.
Already on the second or third day of use, the following positive effects are observed:
- the intensity and frequency of cough decreases;
- sore throat goes away;
- It becomes easier to swallow (due to the fact that the pain goes away).
Important to remember! Reckless patients stop aerosol treatment after the first signs of recovery. Experts recommend completing the full course of treatment prescribed by your doctor. It is usually about a week, but can be adjusted depending on the severity of the disease.
We must not forget to treat the throat three times a day so that the therapeutic effect is not interrupted.
About the drug
Inhalipt is a combination drug for sore throat, produced in the form of a spray. It contains: streptocide 0.75 g, sulfathiazole 0.75 g, timolol 0.015 g, eucalyptus oil 0.015 g and mint oil 0.015 g. The main active ingredient is the streptocide complex - sulfathiazole. They have an antibacterial effect, while essential oils, in addition to the antiseptic and antifungal effect, soften and soothe the throat. Thanks to this composition, Ingalipt has a complex effect - primarily antimicrobial, antiseptic, as well as a distracting, analgesic, and cooling effect.
The drug is applied topically, so it is partially absorbed into the blood. Streptocide enters the bloodstream up to 15%, and sulfathiazole up to 55%. This drug belongs to the group of antiseptics, drugs that affect the respiratory system. Inhalipt is a light yellow, light brown liquid. The product is available in the form of an aerosol of 15, 20, 45 or 30 g.
Indications for use are viral and bacterial diseases localized in the oral cavity and nasopharynx: tonsillitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis, stomatitis.
Contraindications for use
Sensitivity to the components of the drug is the main factor in which the spray is not prescribed. Despite the directed effect against discomfort in the throat, Ingalipt sometimes increases the feeling of tickling and burning (then the doctor prescribes another spray as an alternative). For people prone to allergies, the aerosol is recommended with caution.
In rare cases, the drug causes side effects:
- weakness;
- drowsiness;
- nausea;
- hives;
- itching;
- bronchospasm.
Inhalipt is contraindicated for children under three years of age.
Contraindications and side effects when feeding
Inhalipt has a number of side effects, but, compared to many other medications, this list is insignificant
Ingalipt spray is a product with a small list of contraindications and side effects. However, during breastfeeding it is necessary to take into account all the features of the drug. It is believed that children under one year of age are most susceptible to the influence of medications used by a nursing mother. Contraindications stated by manufacturers include:
- individual intolerance to components;
- children under 3 years of age.
Pregnant and nursing mothers are advised to take the medicine with caution. In women, side effects from the drug may include itchy skin, rash (urticaria), bronchospasm, nausea, and vomiting.
Composition of the drug and principle of action on a sore throat
The structure of the Ingalipt aerosol includes five main active components and six additional ones; the combination of synthetic and natural substances helps to comprehensively and productively combat the symptoms of acute respiratory infections and acute respiratory viral infections.
Sulfanilamide and sulfathiazole belong to the antibacterial group of substances. They effectively kill pathogenic microbes, especially staphylococci and streptococci. However, taking into account the fact that the products have been used for many years, they may not have an effect, since during this time many strains of microbes resistant to sulfonamides have appeared.
Thymol is an antiseptic and can be produced from the medicinal plant thyme (thyme). This substance is also characterized by an anti-inflammatory effect. The use of thymol during lactation is undesirable.
Important! The half-life of thymol is 30 minutes. Accordingly, Inhalipt should be used during breastfeeding immediately after you feed the baby, then by the next feeding the concentration of the drug in the blood will be reduced.
Eucalyptus oil is good for relieving sore throats. It has an antiseptic, expectorant, decongestant, and softening effect on the oral mucosa. However, the substance is considered an allergen.
Peppermint oil effectively neutralizes inflammation and pain. The composition contains menthol, rutin, vitamin C, carotene, tanning components. The substance is also recognized as an allergen.
Important! Peppermint oil may cause a decrease in breast milk production.
Of the auxiliary components, glycerol has the ability to relieve inflammation and swelling, and destroy microbes.
Important! In order for the effect of the aerosol to be stable and with positive dynamics, after injection it is not recommended to drink or eat for at least 15–30 minutes.
When spraying an aerosol, hold the can vertically
Is Ingalipt safe?
Instructions for use of the drug inform about careful use of the drug during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Answering the question whether it is possible for a nursing mother to inhalipt, experts warn about the possible presence of allergies. Therefore, before starting treatment for respiratory infections, a woman should consult a medical professional.
When prescribing a drug to a nursing mother, the doctor must make sure how it affects the mother and child:
- the components are well absorbed by the mother’s body, but at the same time have a negative impact on the well-being of the child up to one year;
- active ingredients pass into breast milk in small quantities, which has a negative effect on the newborn.
Therefore, as a rule, they advise stopping feeding while taking ingalipt, since antibacterial agents can cause allergies, dysbacteriosis in the child, or disrupt the functioning of the digestive system. It is imperative to express breast milk to maintain lactation and minimize the content of pathogenic microorganisms.
Have you decided to use Ingalipt while breastfeeding? Then monitor for 2 days how the child reacts to the drug administered by the mother. If your health does not worsen and allergies do not appear, then continue treatment. It should be consumed strictly following medical prescription.
Homeopaths recommend replacing medications with non-traditional remedies. For example, it is advised to rinse the nasopharynx with herbal healing infusions (sage, chamomile, eucalyptus).
The decision about whether inhalipt can be used and what means - folk or medicinal - to use is made solely by the mother. However, do not forget about the mandatory consultation with an otolaryngologist.
Is it allowed to use ingalipt in the treatment of throat diseases in a nursing mother?
Nursing mothers are more often exposed to acute respiratory diseases, since during lactation the protective functions of the female body are significantly weakened. A particularly common symptom that worries them is painful spasms in the throat. Difficulties arise in the selection of effective therapeutic drugs that quickly relieve the disease. Ingalipt during breastfeeding helps to cope with the problem.
What does Inhalipt help with and how to use it
As a rule, the doctor prescribes the drug as part of a general treatment complex. The aerosol demonstrates a positive result in the treatment of upper respiratory tract diseases, such as:
- tonsillitis (tonsillitis);
- pharyngitis;
- laryngitis;
- aphthous stomatitis.
Manufacturers sell the drug in aerosol form in aluminum cans of 15 and 30 ml. The container is equipped with a special valve and a safety cap. The kit includes a sprayer and detailed instructions for use.
When injected, Ingalipt spreads throughout the mucous membrane of the oral cavity and nasopharynx. As a result, the affected organs are freed from harmful microbes and gradually cleared of purulent plaque. Components of the drug:
- block pain;
- make breathing and swallowing easier;
- reduce cough;
- Due to these actions, the general well-being of the patient is improved.
In case of normal tolerance, the doctor prescribes treatment for 5–7 days, during which it is necessary to irrigate the throat 3 times a day. Based on the severity and neglect of the disease, the first symptoms of recovery occur after 2 days .
Is Ingalipt possible for young mothers?
Any medications should be used wisely and with extreme caution during lactation. Ingalipt is a combination drug that has been successfully used for infectious and inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity for several decades. The aerosol has an antimicrobial, antifungal, antiseptic effect, and also softens, cools and soothes the throat. Since the product is applied topically (not swallowed), its penetration into the blood and breast milk is considered negligible.
The drug Ingalipt was registered in Russia in 1969. This medicine has no direct domestic or foreign analogues.
Aerosol Ingalipt is produced by various domestic manufacturers, including pharmaceutical
But even such a familiar and harmless, at first glance, drug can cause bad consequences for both mother and baby. Only a qualified specialist, having compared the symptoms of the disease and the individual characteristics of the woman and child (stage of the disease, tendency to allergic reactions, etc.), is able to determine the advisability of prescribing Ingalipt as an antiseptic. Indeed, today the range of remedies for relieving inflammation and sore throat is huge, and among them there are more modern and safe ones.
The official instructions for the use of Ingalipt do not recommend that nursing mothers be treated with the drug due to the fact that no studies have been conducted on the possible negative effects on the body of a nursing woman and baby. And since the product is multi-component, the risks increase, because each component can cause its own adverse reactions.
Important! If the doctor nevertheless prescribes Ingalipt to a nursing mother, it is important to monitor the child’s reaction for two days. If any undesirable manifestations occur, you should stop using the aerosol and consult a doctor to change the treatment regimen.
There is a warning on the rls.ru website that sulfonamide (streptocide) passes into breast milk and can cause kernicterus in a newborn . Accordingly, we can now say that this component can be considered dangerous for pregnant and lactating women.
A newborn is a baby in the first month of life.
We conclude: breastfeeding mothers are allowed to be treated with Inhalipt only as prescribed by a doctor, following the selected regimen of use and minimizing all possible risks.
How else can you help a nursing mother?
There are general recommendations to follow if you have a sore throat:
- Drink plenty of warm drinks. It is necessary to reduce the symptoms of intoxication and remove toxins from the body. This can be plain warm water, tea, fruit drinks or compotes.
- Bed rest. As much as possible, get more rest if you have someone to leave the child with. Ideally, during the period of illness, the baby should be picked up only to feed.
- Continue breastfeeding. Together with the milk, you pass on the antibodies and interferon to the baby, which he especially needs now. Even if he becomes infected, the disease will go away much easier with breast milk than without it.
- Hygiene and quarantine rules. Although there is some debate as to whether or not to wear gauze, it is best to wear one when approaching your baby. Do not forget to wash your hands with soap; during illness you need to do this more often than usual. To clean your nose, it is better to use disposable wipes and throw them away immediately.
- Antipyretics must be safe. During lactation, paracetamol and ibuprofen are suitable, but do not lower the temperature below 38° C with them.
So, we learned how to treat a nursing mother’s throat. And if it gets sick, you need to quickly take action and start treatment so that the infection does not go lower. Then nothing will overshadow the joy of motherhood.
