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Inhalin

Author: Alexey Portnov, family doctor
Date created: 14.01.2018
Last reviewed: 18.09.2025

Ingalin is used to eliminate colds and coughs. It belongs to the category of expectorants.

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ATC classification

R05CA10 Комбинированные препараты

Indications Ingalina

It is used in the combined treatment of respiratory diseases (in acute form) affecting the upper respiratory system, as well as tracheitis with pharyngitis, pneumonia and bronchitis.

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Release form

The product is produced in the form of an inhalation liquid, in 40 ml bottles. The package contains 1 such bottle.

Pharmacodynamics

The medicine has antiseptic properties (they are due to the oxidizing effect of the terpene element of the essential oil contained in the eucalyptus tincture), and in addition, it has an expectorant, anti-inflammatory and mild analgesic effect (thanks to menthol).

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Dosing and administration

Adults undergo inhalations, which use 10-20 drops of the medicine, which are diluted in plain warm water (0.2 l, 1 glass). For children over 3 years old, it is necessary to add 5-10 drops of the drug to the water.

The procedures should be performed 3-4 times a day. The duration of the treatment course is selected by the attending physician, taking into account the drug effectiveness and the patient's condition.

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Use Ingalina during pregnancy

The use of Ingalin during lactation or pregnancy is permitted only after the doctor has carefully assessed the benefit-risk ratio of its use.

Contraindications

Among the contraindications:

  • the presence of intolerance to medicinal elements;
  • bronchial spasms, as well as bronchial asthma.

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Side effects Ingalina

The medication is often tolerated without adverse effects, although allergic symptoms sometimes develop, including skin rash, redness, and itching. Contact dermatitis sometimes occurs around the lips, as well as urticaria, angioedema, apnea, laryngospasm, and bronchospasm.

If side effects are severe, the use of the drug should be discontinued.

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Overdose

Long-term use of Ingalin in high doses can lead to dizziness, muscle weakness, nausea, a feeling of confusion, and diplopia.

If such disorders occur, the use of the drug is discontinued. Symptomatic measures are also carried out.

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Storage conditions

Ingalin should be kept in a dark place, out of reach of small children. Temperature values – no more than 25°C.

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Shelf life

Ingalin can be used for 3 years from the date of manufacture of the drug.

Application for children

It is prohibited to prescribe to children under 3 years of age.

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Analogues

The following drugs are analogs of the medication: Mucaltin with Licorice, Prospan and Pertussin, as well as Gedelix, Fitobronchol and Eukabal with Bronchipret.

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Reviews

Ingalin is considered to be a fairly effective drug. In reviews, patients indicate that it copes well with the disorders specified in the instructions, acts quickly and with good results. In addition, the drug is inexpensive, as well as simple and easy to use.