The main reasons for the lack of calcium in the body are poor nutrition and various pathological changes in which its absorption in the intestine is disturbed.
And when with a small intake of this trace element with food, hypovitaminosis D also occurs, then this condition develops with even greater speed. Also, the functioning of the thyroid and parathyroid glands affects the metabolism of calcium.
This microelement also becomes necessary for pathologies such as allergic changes in the blood coagulation system in chronic and acute course, diseases of the skin (eczema, psoriasis, etc.). Physiological conditions such as pregnancy, active growth phases, etc., require additional calcium intake into the body.
general characteristics
"Growth-norm" is a complex homeopathic remedy. Basic physical and chemical properties: this drug is granules for use under the tongue, which dissolve in water. They taste sweet, have a white color with a grayish or cream shade.
"Growth is the norm." Structure
The product contains preparations from mineral raw materials: calcium carbonate (Calcium carbonicum) 30 , calcium carbonate (Calcium carbonicum) 1000 at a dose of 20 mg, calcium phosphate (Calcium phosphoricum) 1000 at a dose of 20 mg, calcium fluorate (Calcium fluoricum) 500 at a dose 20 mg, silicic acid (Silicea) 1000CH at a dose of 20 mg.
Excipient is sugar grits.
The release form of the drug "Growth rate"
Photos and instructions indicate that this tool refers to those that are available only in the form of homeopathic granules.
Pharmacotherapeutic group
To substances acting on metabolic processes in the body, refers to the tool "Growth-norm."
The instructions for use state that this drug is used to regulate mineral metabolism, optimize bone formation during trauma of the musculoskeletal system, anti-inflammatory effect, create conditions for better wound healing, improve the results of surgical interventions (e.g. plastic) on bones, normalize activity digestive system, flora in the intestines, anti-allergic, immunomodulating and anti-inflammatory actions.
In young children, the drug is used to restore the function of the central, autonomic nervous system, improve mental development.
The "Growth-norm" acts due to the summation of the effects of the single drugs that are part of this drug.
Calcium carbonate, calcium phosphate, calcium fluorate contribute to the restoration of mineral metabolism, better absorption of trace elements in the intestine, easier entry of the latter into the bone and optimization of distribution in some parts of the supporting system, thereby creating conditions for physiological growth. Also, the drug has a pronounced immunomodulating effect (reduces the risk of infection and damage to the children's body by viruses), a sufficient effect on the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract (dyspeptic symptoms are eliminated, allergy to food, in particular milk consumption is reduced, and digestion is improved, as well and assimilation, intestinal biocenosis is established). In addition, the medicine has a regulatory effect on the intake of calcium in the brain.
Silicea plays a role in the exchange of silicon in the body, in normalizing the state of the nervous system, optimizing the ratio of processes of both excitation and inhibition in the cortical structures of the hemispheres, and improves trophism of all tissues.
Pharmacokinetics
Kinetic studies of the drug were not carried out for the reason that its effect is due to the summation of the effects of the components.
Indications for use
The drug is used comprehensively in cases:
- therapy of pathology of phosphorus-calcium metabolism for patients of all ages, including children;
- optimizing the development of the musculoskeletal system, in particular during a period of intensive growth;
- prevention and treatment of rickets, scoliosis, dental caries, osteoporosis;
- improvement of reparative processes of soft tissues and bone apparatus in case of traumatic lesion of them (and even operating);
- immunosuppressive states of children's organisms.
Doses of the drug
As already mentioned above, the drug is not prescribed in monotherapy, that is, its use is possible only in the complex treatment of a particular pathological condition.
So, in the preoperative period, patients use this drug for short courses of 8–10 days, distributing the daily dose into 3–6 doses per day.
In cases of traumatic injuries, as well as in the complex treatment of osteomyelitis, the duration of therapy is 2 weeks - a month. The drug is taken 2-6 times a day until the condition normalizes (wound healing, bone marrow formation during fractures are noted).
Chronic pathology of the skeletal system requires a longer use of the drug - from several months to several years (1 dose in 2 or 3 days).
In order to prevent and treat rickets or scoliosis, it is recommended to take the “Growth-norm” remedy once a day for 2-3 days in long courses (from 3 to 6 months).
The instruction for infants recommends taking 3, older babies and adolescents - 5 granules per day. The drug should be taken 15-30 minutes before meals or an hour and a half after eating. The oral form of the drug must be put under the tongue, in childhood, resorption or drinking with a small portion of water is permissible.
Contraindications
Among the contraindications to the use of the drug, only individual intolerance to the components included in its composition is listed.
Side effects
Only single allergic manifestations are possible with increased sensitivity to the constituent substances of the drug.
Overdose
The use of this medication has no negative consequences and does not require antidote therapy.
Interaction with other substances
Combinations of this drug with various drugs and treatment methods are quite acceptable. This also applies to substances such as antibiotics, anti-inflammatory drugs, vitamins. However, it should be borne in mind that it is necessary to ensure that the time interval between doses of drugs is not less than half an hour.
The necessary information
10 grams in granules placed in a plastic pencil case and cardboard packaging, the preparation "Growth-norm" is packaged.
Instructions, reviews inform that the storage of the product is possible only in a dry place at a temperature corresponding to room temperature (the location of the drug should be absolutely inaccessible to children).
In the pharmacy network, this drug can be purchased without a medical prescription.
Shelf life should not exceed three years when storing the medicine "Growth-norm".
Reviews of experts indicate that pregnancy and the lactation period are relative contraindications for the appointment of the drug, but its use is possible only after proper medical advice. The doctor assesses the relationship between the benefits to the mother and the perceived risk to the fetus or infant.
Patients with diabetes should be informed that the preparation includes sugar grains as an auxiliary component. The appointment should be made only after consulting a doctor.
The use of this tool is not a potential danger in the case of driving a vehicle or other mechanisms, since the use of the Growth-Norm tool does not affect the reaction rate.
For children, the instruction of this tool suggests that the drug is applicable in therapy regimens.
Reviews of doctors and patients note the high effectiveness of the drug.
Research data
When observing children up to six months with early clinical signs of rickets, which were manifested by neurological symptoms (sleep disturbance in the form of its shallow form and insufficient duration, anxiety, irritability, sweating in the back of the head), there was a positive dynamics in the normalization of metabolic processes during the use of the drug.
After using the drug in the amount of 3 granules for the treatment of infants, before feeding in 1-2 doses per day (without supplementation with vitamin therapy), repeated examinations by children's doctors indicated that almost every child was effective. In children, all phases of sleep returned to normal, irritability and tearfulness decreased. This manifested itself after a week of therapy. From the 3rd week after the start of treatment, sweating in the occipital region decreased. Also, mothers noted an improvement in appetite, normalization of the functioning of the stomach and intestines. In children who suffered from manifestations of the exudative-catarrhal form of diathesis, there was a significant positive dynamics in the condition of the skin. The use of the drug in all children was noted to be well tolerated. Adverse events were not observed during the period of therapy.
Thus, complex treatment with the appointment of this tool in diagnosing manifestations of early rickets (neurological symptoms) has been quite effective. There was a decrease in pathological manifestations of the central nervous system and the autonomic parts of the nervous system.
The drug is well tolerated by patients, convenient to use, side effects are extremely rare.