Electrophoresis is a painless procedure in which drugs are injected through the skin or mucous membrane by the action of a pulsed or permanent galvanic current. The effect of current increases the sensitivity of tissues to drugs, increases their activity, acts irritatingly on the skin receptors to improve blood circulation and lymph flow. In addition, there is an acceleration of metabolic processes in the body.
With the help of this physiotherapeutic method, many diseases are treated: diseases of the genitourinary system, pathology of the musculoskeletal system, diseases of the nervous and respiratory systems, etc. In this case, the drugs for electrophoresis can be different. Let us consider in more detail the features of the electrophoresis procedure with the drug Euphyllin, often prescribed for diseases accompanied by coughing.
Action and indications for the use of the drug Eufillin
Euphyllin - a combined synthetic drug, the main active ingredients of which are theophylline and ethylenediamine. This drug is available in various dosage forms, including Eufillin in the form of solutions of various concentrations in ampoules for parenteral administration.
Indications for the appointment of Euphyllin as a mono-or complex therapy are:
- bronchoobstructive syndrome;
- pulmonary edema ;
- asthmatic status;
- dysfunction of the respiratory center;
- hypertension in a small circle of blood circulation;
- cerebral vascular crises of atherosclerotic origin;
- circulatory insufficiency, etc.
The main pharmacological action of the drug is as follows:
- relaxation of the muscles of the bronchi;
- stimulation of the respiratory center;
- decrease in the release rate of mediators of allergic reactions;
- decreased resistance of blood vessels;
- dilated coronary vessels;
- inhibition of platelet aggregation;
- moderate diuretic effect, etc.
Mechanism of action of electrophoresis with Euphyllinum
In general, electrophoresis with Euphyllin has anti-inflammatory, vasodilating, resorption and analgesic effects. During the procedure, medicinal substances are introduced into tissues through the channels of the sebaceous and sweat glands, intercellular spaces in the form of negatively and positively charged ions. In a greater concentration, drugs are delayed in the skin and subcutaneous fatty tissue, which ensures their long-term focal and reflex effects on the body (more than a day).
Electrodes and medicinal pads consisting of several layers of gauze or filtered paper are used for the electrophoresis procedure. The gasket is impregnated with a 2% solution of the preparation. During the procedure, a slight tingling sensation is possible. The duration of one session is 25 - 30 minutes, and the course of treatment is from 10 to 15 procedures, conducted every other day.
Side effects of Euphyllin:
- headache;
- nervous excitability;
- deep breathing;
- hypotension;
- heart palpitations ( tachycardia );
- stomach ache;
- vomiting, stool disorders;
- skin rash, itching.
Contraindications to electrophoresis with Euphyllinum:
- the presence of tumors in the body;
- heart rhythm disturbances;
- feverish conditions;
- high blood pressure;
- some skin diseases;
- cardiovascular insufficiency;
- atrial fibrillation;
- hemorrhagic stroke;
- acute myocardial infarction;
- pregnancy and lactation;
- individual intolerance of the procedure and components of the drug.