In the article, we consider the instructions and reviews for the "Erius" medication.
With the influence of allergens on the body, increased skin sensitivity and swelling of the nose, experts prescribe this antihistamine. The instructions for its use indicate that it can be used for allergies. Due to its active composition, the agent functions quickly. It is produced in the following forms - baby syrup and tablets for adults.
Reviews about "Erius" are abundant.
Allergy medication
A medication according to the pharmacological classification is one of the anti-allergic drugs - histamine receptor blockers. The tool quickly enters the body, neutralizes the action of histamines and eases the patient's condition. The active ingredient of the composition is desloratadine with few side effects, and therefore one of its forms is allowed for the treatment of children.
Release forms and composition
The following forms are available: 5 mg film-coated tablets; 5 and 2.5 mg absorbable tablets. The ideal form for children is syrup.
The composition of the Erius tablets includes the following substances: desloratadine; sodium; white wax. The syrup contains components such as: sucrose; propylene glycol; sodium benzoate; sorbitol; citric acid and yellow dye.
Reviews on Erius tablets and syrup are mostly positive.
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
The drug is one of the long-acting antihistamines that selectively suppress histamine peripheral receptors. Its active substance is the primary loratadine metabolite, which, penetrating the body, inhibits allergic reactions and releases anti-inflammatory cytoxins. It does not allow the development of symptoms and can alleviate existing allergic pathologies.
The active component is distinguished by antiexudative and antipruritic effects, reduces the permeability of the capillary walls, prevents tissue edema and smooth muscle spasm from developing.
Desloratadine, which does not cause drowsiness (minimal sedative effect), does not slow down the central nervous system and does not slow down psychomotor reactions. The active component acts thirty minutes after penetration and functions for 24 hours.
The drug is well absorbed after oral administration from the digestive tract, the highest concentration is observed after three hours. This substance is 87% bound to plasma blood proteins. When used for two weeks in an amount of 5 to 20 milligrams once a day, it does not cause cumulation symptoms. The combination with grapefruit juice or the simultaneous use of fatty foods does not affect the distribution of the active ingredient. The substance is not able to cross the blood-brain barrier. Desloratadine in the digestive tract is metabolized intensively, excreted by the intestines and kidneys. The half-life is 27 hours.
In the digestive tract, desloratadine is extensively metabolized, excreted by the kidneys and intestines. The half-life is 27 hours.
Feedback on the use of Erius will be presented at the end of the article.
When is it used?
The instructions for use indicate the following indications in which "Erius" is prescribed for the treatment of patients:
- seasonal allergic rhinitis, which is accompanied by nasal congestion, sneezing (the substances in the drug relieve or eliminate allergic symptoms), mucus from the nasal cavity, itching in the sky and nose, lacrimation, redness of the eyes;
- hay fever, which is accompanied by itching, rhinorrhea, conjunctival redness;
- chronic urticaria, accompanied by a rash and itching of the skin.
Dosage and dosage
Dosage and method of application vary depending on the age of the patient. Syrup according to the instructions is intended for children, and tablets for adults. The amount is determined by the doctor based on the severity of allergic reactions. The course is also determined by the attending allergist. Prescribing a drug on your own is strictly prohibited, since this is fraught with a possible negative impact on human health. Reviews on Erius tablets interest many.
Erius tablets
Coated tablets, in accordance with the instructions, are prescribed for children after twelve years of age and adults. The dosage is approximately five milligrams per day, regardless of the meal. Experts advise taking the drug at the same time. According to the instructions, the medicine should be swallowed whole, without crushing and chewing, with plenty of water.
During therapy of an intermittent form of rhinitis, administration should be stopped when allergic symptoms disappear, and resumed if they appear. With a persistent course of rhinitis, treatment can be continuous during the period when the patient is in contact with the allergen. The duration of use for other allergic manifestations is determined by the severity of the symptoms.
This is confirmed by the instructions for use with the Erius tablets. According to reviews, they are ideal for adults.
Erius Syrup
Syrup "Erius" is prescribed for children up to one year of age. In accordance with the instructions, it is taken orally, regardless of food intake, and washed down with water. It is best to take the medicine at the same time. Its dosage is determined by the age category of the patient, the amount indicated below is taken once a day:
- from one to five - 2.5 milliliters (1.25 mg);
- from six to eleven to five milliliters (2.5 mg);
- children after twelve and adults - ten milliliters (5 mg).
special instructions
Instructions for use of the drug highlight a number of special instructions that make it easier for the patient to understand all the subtleties of his administration.
Studies of drug efficacy for the treatment of rhinitis infectious by origin have been conducted.
In the recommended amount, without exceeding, the product is safe during the control of mechanisms and vehicles, does not have a sedative effect, and does not reduce the concentration of attention.
When taking a dosage of five milligrams, the number of attacks of drowsiness was not higher than that in the placebo group.
During pregnancy
In accordance with the instructions, the use of "Erius" during pregnancy is undesirable, since there is no information about the safety of the drug for the development of the fetus. No studies have been conducted in this area. The active substance is found in the milk of a woman, therefore, during lactation, treatment is also prohibited. If the doctor has prescribed pills, feeding should be minimized.
For children
According to reviews, "Erius" for children is usually well tolerated.
The instruction states that the safety and effectiveness of the drug in the form of a syrup for patients from six months to 11 months is determined in the amount of 1.25 milligrams. This is due to the fact that up to two years, rhinitis has an infectious origin, and not an allergic one. Whether the Erius preparation helps in this case has not been established. To diagnose allergies, you need to pay attention to the presence of inflammatory foci, abnormalities in the structure of the upper respiratory system, and skin and laboratory tests.
Reviews in the instructions to "Erius" for children are not indicated.
Drug interaction
The instruction says that when studying the interaction of the active substance with “Fluoxetine”, “Cimetidine”, “Ketoconazole”, “Azithromycin” and “Erythromycin” no negative effects were detected from all substances. It cannot be completely excluded that there is no interaction with other drugs, since the enzyme that metabolizes desloratadine has not yet been found.
Alcohol Compatibility
Instructions for use states that "Erius" does not increase the effect of ethanol on the nervous system, however, it is not worth combining the drug with alcoholic beverages. Due to the doubled load on the liver, unpleasant consequences can appear, and also the toxic effect will increase, the withdrawal of the active substance and its metabolites from the body will slow down, which can cause cumulation, as well as an overdose. The influence of alcoholic beverages is unsafe when using any drugs.
Side effects
According to reviews of Erius, the following undesirable side effects may occur when using the product:
- fatigue;
- conjunctiva;
- headaches;
- redness of the eyes;
- tachycardia;
- angioedema;
- cardiopalmus;
- hives;
- dry mouth
- vomiting, stomach pain, and nausea;
- anaphylaxis, allergic reactions, and skin rash;
- chills and hepatitis;
- insomnia, fever;
- dizziness;
- diarrhea;
- drowsiness.
Overdose
In accordance with studies, the use of a dosage exceeding five times the recommended did not cause the appearance of side effects of the cardiovascular system. The amount of 45 milligrams per day (nine times more than recommended), which was taken for ten days, did not cause tangible signs of an overdose.
If side effects appear or an excessive amount of the drug accidentally enters, it is necessary to rinse the stomach and drink activated charcoal.
Due to the fact that the active substance of the drug does not have a specific antidote, further treatment in case of an overdose must be carried out depending on the symptoms observed in the patient. After an overdose, for the first three days, the patient (especially until the age of fourteen) must remain in an inpatient setting under close medical supervision.
Contraindications
The instruction says that "Erius" can not be taken if the patient has a number of contraindications:
- breastfeeding, pregnancy;
- for syrup - up to a year old, for tablets - up to twelve years;
- fructose intolerance to the patient, glucose galactose absorption defects;
- excessive sensitivity to composition;
- severe renal failure.
It is best to familiarize yourself with the reviews about Erius in advance.
Analogs
To stop allergic symptoms, the pharmaceutical industry allows you to choose from a fairly large assortment of different generations of drugs with different compositions produced by foreign and domestic pharmaceutical companies, as well as with different periods of influence and price. Despite some differences, the mechanism of action is the same - blocking H-histamine receptors. According to reviews, the analogues of "Erius" are no less effective.
Such analogs in the form of tablets and syrup are distinguished according to the manifested therapeutic effect and active substance: "Desal"; Lordes "DS-Lor"; Lordestine “Blogir-3”; Desradin Allergomax; "Desorus"; "Allerdez"; Allergostop; Allergo-Norm; "Alersis"; Alernova.
Reviews on "Erius"
The drug is a modern tool that has many patient reviews. Experts prefer it, indicating an accelerated effect and long-term preservation of the result. In addition, doctors say that "Erius" is well tolerated and very rarely gives unwanted effects. This syrup is suitable for children; it is often prescribed by pediatricians both for treatment and for the prevention of allergies.
We reviewed the preparation "Erius" instructions for use and reviews.