The appearance of worms in the body of a child is dangerous. Treatment of this ailment should be started immediately. Therefore, parents should know which medicines for children from worms are the most effective. The use of the best drugs is described in the article.
Causes
Children are unstable to parasitic diseases due to an unstable immune system. But often mothers begin to see doctors when obvious signs of the presence of parasites are noticeable. How to determine that there are worms in the body? This can be understood by:
- soreness at the navel;
- heavy salivation at night;
- the departure of an incomprehensible chair;
- severe itching in the anus.
Worms are caused by enterobiosis or roundworms. Children get an ailment due to taking dirty toys and other items in their mouths. The cause of the appearance of worms can be the use of dirty hands with vegetables and fruits that are seeded with parasite eggs.
Outbreaks of parasites are common in preschool institutions after infection with the fecal-oral method with excretion by one of the children. This is considered the main route of infection. No matter how the worms are transmitted, it is necessary to use an effective remedy for their treatment. There are many different drugs, but the doctor should prescribe them based on the identified problem.
Rules for choosing pills
According to doctors' reviews, medicines for children from worms should not be chosen on their own, as this can harm. The course of treatment should be prescribed by a doctor based on the characteristics of the body and the course of the invasion. The drug should be aimed at removing toxins that parasites remove during their life. In addition, medicines are selected based on a specific type of helminth. Due to this, it will turn out to affect the source of invasion.
It is important that the medicine for children from worms does not include harmful components that can lead to allergies and disrupt the liver, stomach or intestines. Only a specialist can prescribe a safe and effective medication after performing an examination and identifying the causative agent of the disease.
Drug action
All medicines for children from worms have different effects (it depends on the main component):
- Glycolysis of parasites is suppressed, therefore, they die within 15-24 hours and are removed from the body in a natural way.
- The utilization of glucose is disrupted, which leads to the elimination of worms, their digestion and excretion with feces.
- The movement of organelles in parasites stops, and this becomes a cause of malnutrition and starvation of worms.
- There is a neuromuscular blockade and paralysis of the musculature of the parasites, due to which the worms cannot eat well and hold tight to the mucous membranes of the organs.
- The muscle tissue of helminths is reduced. This condition leads to a decrease in the level of glycogen in helminth cells, which leads to the death of the latter.
The properties of anthelmintic drugs differ, but they have the same effect. With them, it will be possible to eliminate and remove the causative agents of helminthiases.
According to doctors, different medicines for worms are prescribed for children and adults. Among them there are several drugs that have almost no toxic properties, and do not cause negative reactions in children. An overview of popular tools is presented below.
Pirantel
This is an effective medicine for children from worms. According to experts, it is prescribed to eliminate roundworms (pinworms, roundworms). The main component is the pyrantel pamoate, which can paralyze helminths and remove them from the body with feces. In this case, you do not need to take other drugs in the form of a laxative.
The medicine negatively affects eggs, larvae of parasites, as well as adults. Pirantel treats pinworms and roundworms. Tablets are allowed for children from 3 years. They must be chewed, so at a young age it is preferable to use syrup. Applies Pirantel according to the following instructions:
- 3-6 years - 1 tablet for 1 time;
- 6-12 years - 2 (500 ml.);
- from 12 years old - 3.
Treatment takes 1 day. During severe infestations, the doctor can extend the daily dose of the drug and increase the course by 2 days. Judging by the reviews, this medicine is inexpensive. Its cost in ordinary pharmacies is 30-45 rubles for 3 tablets.
Nemozol
What medicine to give the child from worms in order to get rid of this disease as soon as possible? The drug "Nemozol" eliminates tapeworms and roundworms, including pinworms and roundworms. It is also considered antiprotozoal - eliminates lamblia. The basis is considered to be albendazole, with which there is a violation of the biochemical processes of the parasites:
- glucose synthesis is inhibited by worm cells;
- cellular organelles and muscle tissue of helminths are affected;
- disturbed energy processes in worms.
According to reviews, Nemozol costs about 165 rubles. One pack contains 1 tablet. Such a medicine should be prescribed by a doctor. He also sets the dosage based on age, weight, the causative agent of helminthiasis.
Treatment of worms is allowed in children from 2 years. Excretion of pinworms and roundworms is carried out using a single dose of 400 mg of the main component. The dose is one in children and adults. In the treatment of echinococcosis and mixed invasions "Nemozol", it is necessary to take 1 tablet 2 times a day. The course of treatment lasts about a month, and then you need to take a break of 2 weeks. Based on the analysis, the doctor determines the further action.
"Fed"
Although the names of the medicines for worms in children are different, they have one effect. The drug "Vormil" with albendazole is also used in treatment. It acts on larvae, eggs, adult worms. The drug can be used from 2 years to 1 tablet. The duration of treatment is 3-5 days.
As a prophylaxis, it is advisable to drink a second course after 21 days. According to reviews, "Vormil" is an effective remedy for various helminths. Its cost is 155 rubles.
Dekaris
What medicine for worms for children is still used? Dekaris is recognized as a proven anthelmintic. Its base is levamisole hydrochloride. The component leads to paralysis of the nerve and muscle fibers of the parasites, and excretion from the intestines during the day.
"Dekaris" - a powerful tool that eliminates roundworms and pinworms. It is allowed to take from 3 years. The dose is 1 tablet. At 6-10 years, 75 mg are taken, and at 10-14, 75-100 mg. Therapy should be prescribed by a doctor. He determines the exact dosage based on weight, which eliminates side effects. Judging by the reviews of parents, the medicine has helped many children.
"Piperazine"
This is a proven medicine for worms for children from 1 year. According to reviews, it is also inexpensive - it costs about 25 rubles. The medicine removes parasitic infestations. It is safe for the child's body, because it is rapidly excreted. The active ingredient is piperazine, which is able to paralyze adult helminths and remove them from the intestines.
This action protects the child's body from rotting and decay of dead parasites. Dosage and time of administration are established by a specialist. It takes into account the age and degree of neglect of the disease. Up to 3 years, take 0.25 g once a day.
At the age of 3-6 years, they give 0.3-05 g. At 6-8 years, the dose increases to 0.75 g. And from 8 to 12 years old it is allowed to take 1 g (2 tablets). After 13 years, the dose is 1.5 g. Enterobiosis and ascariasis are treated for no more than 5 days. When infected with pinworms, therapy is repeated after 3 weeks.
Suspensions
What other medicines for worms can children take from a year old? According to doctors, any child is more pleasant to take suspensions. Means are pleasant to the taste, comfortable. Dosage, regimen should be prescribed by a specialist. In suspension form release:
- "Pirantel." It has been used for six months to treat roundworms.
- "Albendazole". Reception is allowed only as prescribed by the doctor, as there are side effects.
- "Fed." Suspension can be used from a year from flat, round worms.
According to reviews, suspensions are much easier to give to children, since many do not like tablets. With them, the treatment will be simple and enjoyable.
Candles
The best medicine for worms for children is candles, because they allow you to quickly cure an ailment. The reason for this is the rapid reaction of the anthelmintic drug, since the main component immediately enters the intestine. Since there are natural ingredients in candles - herbs, plants, but there are no contraindications to the treatment of pregnant women and children.
It is advisable to be treated for 5 days. They are put at night, the intestines must first be emptied. Candles are easier to introduce chilled. A popular drug of this form include:
- "Helmavitol." It can be used by pregnant, lactating mothers.
- "Nigella Sativa." The composition of the candles includes black cumin seed oil. They have been used since 6 years, pregnant.
- "Prostate." It has an anthelmintic effect, relieves pain.
- "Fed." An antiparasitic for children who have simple worms.
- "Coffee". This is also an effective remedy that has no contraindications.
According to experts, to identify ailment in a child, treatment is prescribed based on sown worms. There are several groups of parasites that can start in the human body. To destroy each has its own preparations. In treatment, it is necessary to take into account the dose and age contraindications.
Anthelmintic
They are selected based on the identified parasites:
- Nematodes usually appear in preschoolers. In treatment, the effective use of Levamisole, Albendazole.
- If cestodes are detected, then doctors usually prescribe "Niklosamide."
- The use of "Cysticide", "Azinox" allows you to get rid of trematodes.
The use of anthelmintic drugs is an effective treatment method. All drugs of this action are safe and effective, most importantly, follow the treatment recommendations set out in the instructions.
Sorbents
Pills can kill parasites. But with the death of worms, toxic components are released that harm the child’s health. To eliminate this problem, sorbents are used. They are able to bind toxins and remove them from the intestines. Effective use:
- "White coal."
- "Polysorb".
- Enterosgel.
- Polyphepan.
Reception of sorbents, according to doctors, allows you to get rid of worms in a short period. It is only important that a drug suitable for the child is selected.
Antihistamines
The occurrence of parasites in the body of children leads to a decrease in immunity, in addition, there may be an allergy. Itching, irritation, redness may appear. Allergy is considered a protective response to eliminate invasion. With the help of antihistamines, it will be possible to exclude this effect, get rid of unpleasant symptoms, and cure the child faster.
Popular antihistamines include:
- Suprastin.
- Zirtek.
- Luffel.
These are the main medicines for worms for children and adults. Each of them has its own application features. Therefore, it is important to read the instructions before starting treatment.
Prevention
The body of immunocompromised children is unstable before the onset of helminthic infestations, therefore infection often occurs in infants who are breast-fed. It is important for mothers to monitor the condition of the child. If there is concern, then you should consult a doctor. Signs of the presence of toxins include:
- Itching and burning in the anus.
- Fever.
- Decreased appetite.
At the first sign of illness, they give "Allochol" for 2-3 days, as well as vegetable oil (1 tsp). There are effective medicines for the prevention of worms in children. These are "Dekaris", "Vermox", "Pirantel", which can be taken from 2 years. For prevention, you need to drink at least 1 time in 0.5 years.
So that worms do not appear, children need to be accustomed to compliance with preventive measures:
- Hands are washed after coming from the street and toilet.
- Do not take dirty hands in your mouth and bite your nails.
- Children need to regularly cut their nails.
- Bed linen is changed every 3-4 days.
- The toilet is disinfected regularly.
- It is important to timely get rid of irritation, burning, itching, which appear from helminths.
From folk remedies, pumpkin seeds are considered effective. Tansy flowers will help get rid of helminthic infestations, but this remedy can be given from 12 years. No matter how safe the medicine may be, you need to consult a doctor in advance, and also read the instructions. Proper treatment will very soon eliminate this unpleasant ailment.