Ammonia, 10% 40 ml

Ammonia is an analeptic agent; it has a stimulating effect on the respiratory center – reflexively, acting through the receptors of the upper airways (trigeminal nerve endings). Inhalation of ammonia vapor in high concentrations causes reflex respiratory arrest.

In case of local application to the skin – antiseptic effect. In case of prolonged contact the irritating effect on skin and mucous membranes may transform into cauterizing effect (coagulation of proteins) with development of hyperemia, swelling and pain.

It is rapidly excreted with exhaled air.

Indications

Ammonia is used as an ambulance to induce breathing and bring patients out of a fainting state.

Topically: in the form of lotions for insect bites, and to neutralize acidic toxins in insect and snake bites.

Active ingredient

Composition

1 ml of solution for external use contains:

the active ingredient:

ammonia solution concentrated – 0.44 ml,

auxiliary substance:

water purified.

How to take, the dosage

Inhaled, topically. To stimulate breathing and bring patients out of a fainting state – inhalation: gently bring a small piece of absorbent cotton or gauze soaked in ammonia to the nasal openings.

In case of insect bites, it is used topically in the form of lotions.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the active substance.

For external use – skin diseases (including dermatitis, eczema), children under 3 years of age.

Side effects

Respiratory arrest (reflex, when inhaled at high concentration), hypersalivation, throat fart, hyperemia of the oral mucosa. Children are especially sensitive to the drug.

In case of any undesirable effects, consult a physician!

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