"Pulmex baby" is a drug that has an antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and expectorant effect, and is intended only for external use in the presence of respiratory diseases. This product is available in the form of a white ointment with a characteristic odor characteristic for essential oils, which has a uniform consistency. The main components of Pulmex Baby are rosemary and eucalyptus oil, as well as Peruvian balm. Sodium hydroxide in the form of a 30% solution, carbomer 974P, polysorbate 20 and purified water are used as auxiliary substances in the manufacture of this preparation. The ointment is available in aluminum tubes of 20 grams, which are packed in cardboard boxes.
"Pulmex baby" is a combined preparation of mainly plant origin, which has an effect due to the properties of the components that make up its composition.
"Pulmex baby" - instructions for use
As already mentioned, the above drug is intended exclusively for external use. The ointment is applied to the upper and middle parts of the back and chest and is rubbed a little after that. Children aged six months to 3 years should be applied a small amount of the specified funds 2 times during the day.
Care must be taken that the child does not use Pulmex Baby Ointment inside. This is undesirable, since the indicated product contains eucalyptus oil, and after this administration the child may have vomiting, nausea, headache, spastic abdominal pain, difficulty breathing, CNS depression, delirium, redness of the face, severe dizziness, convulsions and even coma.
Indications for use
This drug is intended for children aged from six months to 3 years and is used during complex therapy for inflammation and infectious processes in the respiratory tract, which are accompanied by a cough. These are diseases such as chronic bronchitis, tracheobronchitis, acute bronchitis, acute respiratory infections and tracheitis.
It is strictly forbidden to use "Pulmex baby" if the child has an epileptic syndrome (history) and if he is 6 months old, as well as in the presence of damage to the skin, skin diseases in the areas where this product will be used, hypersensitivity to to the drug.
At the first appearance of symptoms of an overdose with this drug, it is necessary to wash the stomach, take the necessary amount of activated carbon, which depends on the body weight of the child, and also give him a saline laxative. If the child has convulsions, then it is necessary to provide him with emergency care, while diazepam is administered intravenously or short-acting barbiturates are used.
Drug interaction
During studies, as well as when using Pulmex Baby, no significant interaction of this drug with other drugs was noted.
It is strictly forbidden to use this ointment for pregnant women and nursing mothers.
Of the side effects that may occur after the use of "Pulmex baby", only allergic reactions are noted. If a child is noticeable any adverse reactions that occurred during the use of this tool, it is necessary to consult your doctor.
The drug should be stored at a temperature that does not exceed 30 degrees, not more than 5 years.
Pulmex baby - drug reviews
Parents note the high effectiveness of the drug during complex treatment in children. Also, one of the advantages is that it leaves no residue on clothing. Many mothers note that the medicine has a pleasant smell, warms well and is quickly absorbed into the skin of the child.