Sodium tetraborate: instructions for use

To get rid of stomatitis, it is not necessary to buy expensive modern medicines. There is also a more budgetary means - sodium tetraborate (natrii tetraboras) or, as it is called in everyday life, borax in glycerin.

Back in Soviet times, the drug has established itself as an effective antiseptic. It is used for external treatment of stomatitis, vaginal candidiasis, fungal diseases of ENT organs. And also for the treatment of pressure sores and diaper rash for the purpose of disinfection.

Before using borax, you should carefully study the instructions. If you get inside only 10 g of the drug, a fatal outcome is possible. Therefore, use such a dangerous remedy with extreme caution.

Composition and organoleptic properties

Borax in glycerin is produced in the form of a colorless, viscous solution with a mild specific smell and a sweetish taste. The active substance of the drug is sodium tetraborate (80%), an auxiliary component is glycerin (20%).

The medicine is sold in a darkened glass container (see photo). One bottle of the mixture is designed for 7-10 applications.

pharmachologic effect

Sodium tetraborate is a salt of boric acid, which is easily soluble in water and glycerin, but does not interact with alcohol. The chemical formula of the substance is Na₂B₄O₇.

Sodium tetraborate has antiseptic properties. Effectively inhibits the activity of fungi, including Candida, the causative agents of thrush. It prevents the attachment of mycelium to the mucous membranes and inhibits the reproduction of pathogenic microorganisms. It is part of many anti-inflammatory drugs for the treatment of organs of the upper respiratory tract.

Borax in glycerin is intended for external use. The active substance of the drug helps only when applied to affected skin. Through the mucosa, it is absorbed into the gastrointestinal tract. And excreted through the kidneys within 7 days.

Glycerin, an additional component of sodium tetraborate, moisturizes the mucous membrane, which helps the active substance to penetrate into the deeper layers of the affected tissues. The glycerin composition has a thick consistency, which simplifies the application of the drug to the skin and allows it to stay longer on its surface. It also helps to reduce the irritating effect that boric acid salt has.

Medical use

A solution of sodium tetraborate is treated:

• thrush - infectious inflammation of the genital organs;
• stomatitis - fungal infection of the oral mucosa;
• agranulocytic tonsillitis - a septic disease in which, during necrotic tissue breakdown in the tonsils and throat, the infection spreads with a blood stream throughout the body;
• tonsillitis - an inflammatory process that occurs in the area of ​​the tonsils;
• acute pharyngitis - inflammation of the mucous membrane of the pharynx;
• laryngitis - inflammation of the tissues of the larynx;
• urinary tract candidiasis;
• bedsores and diaper rash.

Photo: fungal stomatitis in infants

Application Guide

A solution of sodium tetraborate is a tool for external use. The drug is toxic and is not intended for oral administration. In order not to damage your health, you should avoid accidental ingestion of a substance during the treatment of the oral cavity.And also adhere to the dosages prescribed by the doctor.

In medicine, there are three ways to use sodium tetraborate:

1. Local treatment of the mucous membranes.
2. Rinse your mouth or throat.
3. Douching of the genitals.

Use for tonsillitis

Tonsils are treated at least four times a day. The duration of treatment is 7 days. If the disease is severe, the therapeutic course is increased. But the decision on the need for such measures should be made by the doctor.

To improve the effect of sodium tetraborate, you can gargle with saline based on the drug. It is prepared simply: pour a cup of warm water, dissolve 1 tsp in it. salt and add a few drops of borax.

How is it used for thrush

Natrii tetraborate is an effective treatment for vaginal candidiasis. The doctor may prescribe it as the main medicine or in tandem with other medications.

Before using sodium tetraborate, you need to rinse the genitals with warm water or a decoction of any herbs with anti-inflammatory properties. Then it is necessary to moisten the swab in a medical solution, insert it into the vagina and hold for about 30 minutes.

The treatment of tissues affected by thrush is carried out from one to two times a day. The course of treatment should be at least 7 days. Do not interrupt it prematurely, as a fungal infection may develop resistance to the drug.

How is it used for stomatitis

With stomatitis, sodium tetraborate solution is used for local treatment of affected areas of the oral mucosa and tongue. The procedure is recommended 3 times a day. The duration of treatment varies from three to seven days, depending on the neglect of the disease.

Treatment of the oral mucosa with sodium tetraborate is carried out according to the following instructions:

• wash your hands thoroughly;
• wrap a small piece of bandage on the finger;
• pour a little solution on it;
• lubricate the mucous membrane of the tongue, and then the mouth;
• excess medicine spit;
• rinse your mouth with water to prevent the substance from entering the stomach.

Important! It is not advisable to use cotton buds when processing, since the pressure on the mucous membrane will be insufficient and the fungus will remain on it.

If the affected tissues are covered with crusts, according to the instructions, it is recommended to remove them before using sodium tetraborate. You can’t tear off the crusts! It is better to soften them with an oil solution with vitamin A. Peach, linseed or sea buckthorn oil may also help.

With a fungal infection of the lips, applications with an antiseptic are made. To do this, it is applied to a cotton swab, which is applied to the inflamed area of ​​the skin for no more than 30 minutes.

The drug is toxic and life-threatening!

Sodium tetraborate in glycerin is toxic if swallowed. A small amount of swallowed substance can provoke overdose symptoms such as:

• abdominal pain;
• nausea and vomiting;
• loss of appetite;
• diarrhea;
• weakness;
• renal failure;
• confusion of consciousness;
• cramps
• anemia.

Attention! If 10–20 grams of sodium tetraborate gets into the stomach, death can occur. Therefore, it is sometimes better to look for a safer treatment for stomatitis.

In no case should you put the solution on a dummy, as a child can swallow a large amount of the product.

Due to the high toxicity of borax in glycerin, it is contraindicated:

1. Children under three years old.
2. Women during pregnancy and lactation.
3. People with hypersensitivity to certain components of the drug.

Interesting fact! Sodium tetraborate is prohibited in pediatrics in many countries of the world. Including in the Russian Federation. In February 1987, the USSR Ministry of Health banned its use for infants and women during lactation and pregnancy.The drug is still sold without a prescription, but before you buy it, it is better to think twice whether it is worth risking your health.

Feasible side effects

• Redness of the mucosa.
• Allergic manifestations.
• Burning.

If, after treatment with sodium tetraborate, the above or any other symptoms appear, discontinue therapy and seek medical advice.

Combination with other medicines

Sodium tetraborate should not be used together with preparations containing boric acid or phenol. If the solution is used in combination with other external agents, allergic reactions may occur.

The average cost of the drug

Sell ​​sodium tetraborate without a prescription. Prices for the drug vary in different pharmacies and vary from 15 to 80 rubles. The exact cost can be found on sites that specialize in the sale of pharmacological agents.

Store sodium tetraborate in a dark place and out of the reach of children, at a temperature below 25 ° C. Shelf life is 2 years.