Inhalations have long been considered one of the best remedies for treating respiratory diseases. But before, rarely did anyone use them. After all, conducting traditional steam inhalations is very difficult and has many contraindications. But in recent years, the popularity of this procedure has become wider. This is due to the emergence of new inhalers and effective drug solutions to them. The procedure has become simple, safe and very effective.
There are almost no contraindications and age restrictions for its implementation. For example, inhalations for children with "Lazolvan" are used quite often to treat any respiratory disease accompanied by a dry cough. The procedure can be performed even by the smallest children, it is considered safe and very effective. But you should not use it without a doctor’s prescription, and parents need to know everything about the drug and the rules for inhalation.
Characteristic of "Lazolvana"
The drug belongs to mucolytic agents. Its effectiveness is based on the action of ambroxol, which is part of it. This substance increases the secretion of mucus in the pulmonary canals and helps its outflow. Ambroxol does not accumulate in the tissues and almost does not penetrate the blood. Therefore, it is considered safe even for young children. And when carrying out inhalations, the drug generally rarely causes any side effects. "Lazolvan" is available in the form of tablets, syrup and solution. Any form of the drug helps cough.
For inhalation, a solution is packaged in 100 ml bottles or 2 ml ampoules. In addition to ambroxol, it includes water,
sodium chloride, citric acid and other auxiliary components.
Features of the drug
"Lazolvan" refers to drugs that dilute sputum and improve its excretion. The main active ingredient of the drug is ambroxol. Penetrating into the respiratory tract, it increases the secretion of mucus in the pulmonary canals and reduces the viscosity of sputum. In addition, ambroxol stimulates the release of an enzyme that dilutes it. As a result, the cough goes from dry to wet, since sputum is easier to expectorate. The effectiveness of "Lazolvan" is also based on the fact that it increases the activity of the cilia of the bronchi, accelerating the outflow of mucus from the respiratory tract.
Inhalation with a nebulizer
Modern electrical devices for inhalation have greatly facilitated this procedure. Nebulizers made such treatment available to patients of any age, in addition, it became possible to use various medicines for this. What is the advantage of carrying out such procedures?
- inhalations using a nebulizer provide a quick flow of the drug into the respiratory tract;
- the medicine is sprayed onto the smallest particles, which increases its effectiveness;
- inhalation is done using cold steam or ultrasound, which allows it to be carried out even at elevated temperatures;
- the use of the device significantly facilitated the procedure for bedridden patients and infants.
Rules for inhalation
There are certain rules for carrying out this procedure:
- the procedure is carried out one hour after a meal;
- you can not do inhalation with nosebleeds, fever and patients with heart failure;
- during the procedure you need to breathe calmly, deep breaths can trigger a cough;
- small children are inhaled with a special mask;
- after the procedure, it is advisable to rest and not talk or eat for an hour;
- the solution for inhalation should be sterile, you can not use raw or boiled water; after use, all nebulizer parts must be disinfected and dried well;
- Do not use the solution remaining after the procedure again.
Features of inhalation with "Lazolvan"
This method of drug delivery is considered the most effective. When inhaled, the medicine is sprayed onto the smallest particles and penetrates directly into the respiratory tract, immediately starting to act. Therefore, the therapeutic effect is not visible after half an hour, as after taking the drug inside, but much earlier. The medicine through inhalation penetrates deep into the respiratory tract, right to the cilia of the epithelium of the bronchi and lungs. Therefore, it turns out to be so effective. What you need to know in order to correctly make inhalation?
- To ensure optimal air humidification during the procedure, “Lazolvan” must be diluted with physiological saline 1: 1 and heated to body temperature.
- Inhalations for children with "Lazolvan" are made using any type of nebulizer, except for steam. It is important that the drug is sprayed into the smallest particles, but not by heating. Most often they use a compressor or ultrasonic nebulizer.
- If the child is sick with bronchial asthma, then inhalation is done only after taking bronchodilators, otherwise “Lazolvan” can provoke bronchospasm.
- The drug can not be used for children longer than five days, even in the form of inhalation. If there is no improvement, you should definitely consult a doctor.
- Inhalation for children with "Lazolvan" is not recommended at night. After all, the drug stimulates the discharge of sputum, so the cough may increase.
Combination with other drugs
"Lazolvan" is easily tolerated by patients, but not with all medicines it can be used together. For example, drugs that suppress cough are contraindicated in combination with this, as this can complicate the discharge of sputum. Most often during the inhalation "Lazolvan" is mixed with saline.
This is necessary for additional hydration of the respiratory tract and better liquefaction of mucus. Inhalation with Lazolvan and saline for children is the most common way to treat dry cough. In severe inflammatory diseases, the doctor may prescribe several drugs for inhalation. In this case, it is recommended to first do the procedure with bronchodilators in order to expand the bronchi, then after 15 minutes - with “Lazolvan”.
Some time after the discharge of sputum, inhalation is done with an anti-inflammatory drug. But with some medicines, “Lazolvan” is combined in one procedure. This is done to quickly alleviate the condition of a patient with bronchial asthma or obstructive disease of the bronchi or lungs. Most often in this case, inhalations with "Berodual" and "Lazolvan" are used. For children, this combination is allowed only after 6 years.
When inhalations with "Mucosolvan" are applied
Their use in diseases accompanied by dry cough or cough with difficult formation of viscous sputum is shown. It can be both acute respiratory diseases and chronic bronchopulmonary. When is inhalation prescribed for children with Lazolvan?
- with acute or chronic bronchitis;
- pneumonia
- bronchial asthma;
- chronic obstructive pulmonary disease;
- with acute respiratory infections, accompanied by a painful dry cough.
Inhalation with "Lazolvan": dosage for children
Before use, the drug must be mixed with saline. The dosage and duration of treatment should be prescribed by a doctor. But there are general recommendations on how to do inhalation with "Lazolvan" for children. The proportions of the drug and saline are taken 1: 1. It is in this case that optimal hydration of the respiratory tract and the effect of the drug are provided. But sometimes it is recommended to add a little more saline.
How much do you need to take medications for inhalation with "Lazolvan" for children? Proportions are calculated depending on the age of the child. Usually, up to 2 years is not recommended to use more than 1 ml of the drug, and this is 25 drops. Children under 6 years old already use 2 ml of medication for inhalation, in this case it is convenient to use ampoules. The dosage for the older child is the same as for adults - 3-4 ml. But a little shorter should be inhalation with "Lazolvan" for children. How many minutes to do it, all parents are interested. It is not recommended to delay the procedure for longer than 5 minutes and do it more often 2-3 times a day.
Contraindications and side effects of inhalation
There are no contraindications for the use of "Lazolvan", except for individual intolerance. The drug is used even during pregnancy and breastfeeding. But inhalation with this medicine can not always be used. In severe cases of respiratory or cardiovascular failure, with frequent nosebleeds and high temperature, it is not recommended to carry out the procedure. In some cases, an allergic rash after inhalation or the development of anaphylactic shock is possible. But this happens only with an overdose or improper use of the drug. Basically, side effects develop after taking the medicine inside. It can be nausea, heartburn, or abdominal pain.
Inhalation with "Lazolvan" for children up to a year
There are no age restrictions for applying the procedure with this drug. After all, it is used even during pregnancy, and this favorably affects the development of the baby's respiratory system. And newborns, especially premature babies, "Lazolvan" is prescribed for the prevention and treatment of respiratory syndrome.
But the procedure should be carried out only under the supervision of a doctor. Older children are prescribed inhalations with "Lazolvan" with severe dry cough. Without consulting a doctor, you can not choose a drug to treat a child. The dosage at this age is calculated individually, and inhalation is done for no more than 3 minutes only under the supervision of adults and with the help of a high-quality device.
Reviews about the procedure
Many parents, before applying any method of treatment to their child, try to find out how he acted on other children. Moreover, this applies to the use of such a new device as a nebulizer. And recently, doctors often began even with a cold to prescribe inhalations with "Lazolvan" for children.
Parents' opinions about this procedure are contradictory: some did not like it, because the children did not take it very well. But in one thing everyone is unanimous: inhalation helps to cope with a dry cough. Therefore, many parents recommend purchasing a nebulizer in case the baby is often sick. Inhalation with "Lazolvan" for a child of 3 years old is one of the best ways to cope with a dry cough. Indeed, at this age, children already calmly perceive the mask from the nebulizer on their faces and can sit quietly for five minutes.