"Oracept" or "Tantum Verde": differences and which is better to buy

Throat diseases can occur not only in winter. Drinking ice water on a hot summer day is enough to trigger an inflammatory process . Typically, in such situations, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory drugs are prescribed - Orasept or Tantum Verde. However, medications have different therapeutic effects. Which one is better?

pharmachologic effect

Manufacturer: Angelini Francesco, Italy
Release form: spray, rinse solution, lozenges

Active ingredient: Benzydamine

Synonyms: Oralcept, Angidak, Asterisk ENT, Tenflex

Tantum Verde, by stabilizing cell membranes and suppressing the synthesis of prostaglandins, has a local analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect.

Benzidamine, which is part of Tantum Verde, exhibits an antiseptic effect against many microbes, quickly penetrating their cells and thereby disrupting metabolic processes.

In addition, the drug has a detrimental effect on fungi of the genus Candida, modifying the cell wall and preventing the reproduction of the fungal cell.

Tantum Verde is well absorbed by the mucous membrane and has a local effect; it is absorbed into the blood in small quantities and does not exhibit a systemic effect.

Comparison of side effects of Tantum verdya and Oralcept

Side effects or adverse events are any adverse medical event that occurs in a subject after administration of a drug.

Tantum's rate of adverse events is almost the same as Oralcept's. They both have few side effects. This implies that the frequency of their occurrence is low, that is, the indicator of how many cases of an undesirable effect of treatment are possible and registered is low. The undesirable effect on the body, the strength of influence and the toxic effect of Tantum are probably similar to Oralcept: how quickly the body recovers after taking it and whether it recovers at all.

Indications for use Tantum Verde

Tantum Verde is used for various infectious inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity, pharynx and other ENT organs:

• stomatitis, glossitis, gingivitis;
• tonsillitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis;
• candidiasis of the oral mucosa;
• inflammation of the salivary glands;
• periodontal disease.

Tantum Verde is also used to relieve pain, inflammation and prevent infection after tooth extraction and after other surgical interventions and jaw injuries.

special instructions

If a burning sensation appears in the area of ​​application, it is recommended to dilute the solution: the water level is brought to the level of the mark on a special graduated glass supplied with the package. Dilution 1:2.

Avoid getting the spray into your eyes when sprayed. The medication does not affect the ability to drive vehicles and machines.

Which is better: Tantum Verde or Hexoral?

Both drugs are prescribed for inflammatory diseases of the mouth to suppress microbial flora.

Hexoral has pronounced antimicrobial activity, and Tantum Verde is characterized by additional pain relief. The two medications can be used together to achieve better results.

Tantum Verde - instructions for use

Any form of Tantum Verde should be consumed after meals and after its use it is not recommended to drink or eat for 2-3 hours.

The spray is dosed in such a way that one injection contains 0.255 mg of Benzydamine. Based on this, the single dose varies depending on age:

• for adults – 4–8 injections;
• for children 6–12 years old – 4;
• for children 3–6 years old – 1.

Such doses can be 2–6 times a day. The technique of using the spray is described in detail in the instructions for use of Tantum Verde. While irrigating the throat, you should hold your breath.

Tantum Verde rinse solution is used by adults and children from 12 years old, 15 ml 2-3 times a day, can be diluted with water 1:1. Be sure to spit out the solution after rinsing.

The tablets should be dissolved without chewing or swallowing for adults and children over 6 years of age. A child from 6 to 12 years of age must take the medicine under the supervision of an adult.

Despite the pleasant taste of the drug, under no circumstances should the recommended dose be increased. You should not take the drug for more than a week, if no cure has occurred during this time, you should consult a doctor.

Comparison of addiction between Tantum verdya and Oralcept

Like safety, addiction also involves many factors that must be considered when evaluating a drug.

So, the totality of the values ​​of such parameters as “o syndrome” in Tantum is quite similar to the similar values ​​in Oralcept. Withdrawal syndrome is a pathological condition that occurs after the cessation of intake of addictive or dependent substances into the body. And resistance is understood as initial immunity to a drug; in this it differs from addiction, when immunity to a drug develops over a certain period of time. The presence of resistance can only be stated if an attempt has been made to increase the dose of the drug to the maximum possible. At the same time, Tantum believes that the meaning of the “syndrome” is quite small, however, the same as with Oralcept.

Analogues of Tantum Verde

Tantum Verde can be replaced primarily with synonyms, that is, with medications containing Benzydamine, for example Oralcept or Angidac.

There are analogs of Tantum Verde that contain, in addition to Benzydamine, additional components that enhance its effect, for example, Septolete Total.

The analogue Tantum Verde Forte contains twice the concentration of the active substance, and therefore requires half the single dose.

Other Tantum Verde analogues have anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antibacterial effects, thanks to other components:

• Panavir Inlight containing potato shoot extract.
• Lugol's solution, made on the basis of iodine and glycerin.
• Lyzobakt and Laripront, which contain lysozyme - a natural antiseptic.
• Strepsils Intensive is a spray based on another anti-inflammatory component - Flurbiprofen.
• Grammidin Neo, Hexasprey, containing local antibiotics and antiseptics.

A list of Tantum Verde analogues indicating the active ingredients and prices for different release forms can be found in the table.

Grammidin Neo

Manufacturer: Valenta, Russia
Release form: lozenges

Active ingredient: Gramicidin C + Cetylpyridinium chloride

Analogue Grammidin Neo contains a combination of an antiseptic with a local antibiotic. Use 1 tablet 3-4 times a day.

An analogue of Tantum Verde for children is a special form of Grammidin for children, which can be used by children from 4 years old twice a day.

Lysobacter

Manufacturer: Bosnalek, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Release form: lozenges

Active ingredient: Lysozyme + Pyridoxine

An analogue of Tantum Verde tablets, Lizobact contains lysozyme, which is an enzyme in human saliva with antiseptic properties, and pyridoxine, a B vitamin that protects the oral mucosa from external damaging factors.

It is used in the form of suckable tablets for adults and children from the age of three, and is approved for use by pregnant women, which indicates the high safety of the drug.

Kameton

Manufacturer: Pharmstandard, Altaivitamin, Russia
Release form: aerosol for topical use

Active ingredient: Camphor + Chlorobutanol + Eucalyptus oil + Levomenthol

The analogue of Kameton has anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and local anesthetic effects. This inexpensive substitute for Tantum Verde spray is used for the same diseases in adults and children from 5 years old, 2-3 injections 3-4 times a day.

Cametone can also be used as a nasal spray for a runny nose and inflammatory diseases of the nasal mucosa.

Septolete Total

Manufacturer: KRKA, Slovenia
Release form: dosed spray for topical use

Active ingredient: Benzidamine + Cetylpyridinium chloride

The analogue of Septolete Total is a combination of Benzydamine with an antiseptic, which enhances its antimicrobial and antifungal effect.

The analogue Septolete Total is used, 2 injections 5 times a day for 4 days.

Hexasprey

Manufacturer: Recordati, France
Release form: dosed spray

Active ingredient: Biclotymol

The Hexasprey analogue has an antibacterial effect against staphylococci, streptococci and other bacteria. Use 2 doses 2-3 times a day for laryngitis, pharyngitis and other similar diseases.

Comparison of safety of Tantum verdya and Oralcept

The safety of a drug includes many factors.

At the same time, it is higher with Tantum than with Oralcept. It is important where the drug is metabolized: drugs are excreted from the body either unchanged or in the form of products of their biochemical transformations. Metabolism occurs spontaneously, but most often involves major organs such as the liver, kidneys, lungs, skin, brain and others. When assessing metabolism in Tantum, just like in Oralcept, we look at which organ is the metabolizing organ and how critical the effect on it is.

The risk-benefit ratio is when the prescription of a drug is undesirable, but justified under certain conditions and circumstances, with the obligatory observance of caution in use. At the same time, Tantum has fewer risks when used than Oralcept.

Also, when calculating safety, it is taken into account whether only allergic reactions occur or possible dysfunction of the main organs. In other matters, as well as the reversibility of the consequences of using Tantum verdya and Oralcept.

Tantum Verde or Hexoral – which is better and more effective?

Manufacturer: Johnson & Johnson, Russia
Release form: spray, rinse solution

Active ingredient: Hexetidine

Synonyms: Stopangin, Stomatidin, Maxisprey, Maxicold ENT

The Hexoral analogue has a wider spectrum of antibacterial and antifungal action than Tantum Verde spray, but a less pronounced analgesic effect. Additionally, the Hexoral analogue has an enveloping, hemostatic and deodorizing effect.

According to patient reviews, alternating use of these two drugs works best.

Similarities of means

Orasept and Tantum Verde are not pharmacological analogues, but they have some similar properties and practical uses:

• Both are prescribed in ENT practice and dentistry.
• They have almost identical dosages.
• Suitable for complex treatment of diseases.
• Both are metabolized in the liver and excreted by the kidneys.
• Pregnant women are allowed to use these medications under medical supervision.
• Rarely have a negative effect on the body.
• Both can (especially in overdose) affect the functioning of the nervous system.
• Available without a prescription.

Tantum Verde or Miramistin – which is better?

Manufacturer: Infamed, Russia
Release form: solution for topical use

Active ingredient: Benzyldimethyl ammonium chloride monohydrate

The Miramistin analogue, unlike Tantum Verde, is only an antiseptic, but a very wide-spectrum and universal one, which is used in all areas: in addition to otorhinolaryngology and dentistry, also in gynecology, proctology, urology, surgery, traumatology, venereology.

The analogue of Miramistin is also popular in pediatrics: due to its neutral taste and the absence of unnecessary additives, it is better to use Miramistin for irrigating a child’s throat from the age of three.

Release form

Pills

Green, translucent tablets designed for resorption are square in shape. There is a small depression in the center. It has a specific lemon-mint smell. Each tablet is packed in paraffin paper. A cardboard pack contains 10 tablets, packed in double-layer aluminum foil.

Spray Tantum Verde

Transparent liquid with a peculiar mint odor. Available in polyethylene bottles with a pressure device with a cannula and a pump. A cardboard pack contains 1 bottle of 30 ml, designed for 176 doses, and instructions from the manufacturer.

Solution

Greenish, almost transparent solution of 0.15% concentration. Available in 120 ml glass bottles. Additionally, the kit includes a graduated propylene cup with a volume of 15 ml (or 30). A cardboard pack contains 1 bottle with instructions.

Tantum Verde or Ingalipt – which is better?

Manufacturer: Altaivitamins, Pharmstandard, Russia
Release form: aerosol and spray for topical use

Active ingredient: Peppermint leaf oil + Mesulfamide + Sulfathiazole + Thymol + Eucalyptus oil

Inhalipt is a cheaper analogue of Tantum Verde spray, a domestic complex drug that has been used in our country for a very long time by adults and children for various pharyngitis and laryngitis.

The antibacterial effect is due to the sulfonamides contained, and eucalyptus and peppermint oils complement the antifungal and antiseptic effect and improve the taste of the drug.