Ammonia solution for external use 10% vial 25ml

Solution for external use and inhalation of 10% transparent, colorless, volatile, with a pungent odor.

Mechanism of action

Ammonia - analeptic; It has a stimulating effect on the respiratory center - reflexively, acting through the receptors of the upper respiratory tract (the end of the trigeminal nerve).

Inhalation of ammonia vapors in high concentrations causes reflex apnea.

When applied topically to the skin - an antiseptic effect.

With prolonged contact, an irritating effect on the skin and mucous membranes can turn into cauterizing (coagulation of proteins) with the development of hyperemia, swelling and soreness.

It is rapidly expelled with exhaled air.

Indications

Ammonia is used as an ambulance for the initiation of respiration and removal of patients from syncope.

Locally: in the form of lotions with insect bites, as well as to neutralize acidic toxins from insect and snake bites.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the active substance.

For external use - skin diseases (including dermatitis, eczema),

children's age up to 3 years.

Use during pregnancy and lactation

During pregnancy and lactation, the use of a drug is possible only if the expected benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus and child.

Composition

1 l ammonia water 440 ml

Excipients: purified water.

Dosage and administration

Inhalation, topical.

Inhalation: gently bring a small piece of cotton or gauze moistened with ammonia to the nasal openings (for 0.5-1 s) or apply a vial with a braid (when the tip of the ampule is broken off, a gauze-braid is soaked with a solution).

When insect bites are applied topically in the form of lotions.

Side effects

Respiratory arrest, hypersalivation, sore throat, hyperemia of the mucous membranes of the oral cavity, burns of the esophagus and stomach (by ingestion).