To help people suffering from diseases of the respiratory and urinary system, as well as allergies, modern pharmaceuticals produces a variety of medications, among which a significant proportion are antibacterial drugs. Thanks to the advent of penicillin (in the last century), many bacterial and infectious pathological processes can be cured, thereby reducing mortality.
It is known that today there are drugs of the 3rd and 4th generation, which means that our medicine and technologies do not stand still and are constantly being modernized. But the most unpleasant thing is that at the same time dangerous microorganisms mutate, which develop resistance to antibacterial agents. Doctors have to create advanced drugs in the fight against bacteria.
One such drug is a wide range of Suprax. The feedback of patients indicates a high therapeutic effect of the drug. How safe and effective is the drug actually? Let's try to understand this important issue.
When is it appointed?
The antibiotic is widely used in pediatric pediatrics. Doctors prescribe for the treatment of diseases of the urinary tract, ENT organs, infectious and inflammatory diseases, pharyngitis, acute bronchitis, otitis media, sinusitis and laryngitis. In medical institutions "Supraks" suspension (for children) is used after intramuscular injections of drugs of the same group. A convenient form of release allows you to facilitate therapy in babies.
Composition and effect of the drug
The fundamental component of this antibiotic is cefixime, which has a detrimental effect on many pathogens. It should be noted that some strains of bacteria are resistant to it, which is why it can not be taken without a doctor’s appointment. The therapeutic effect develops approximately four hours after taking Suprax. Feedback from doctors reports that the tool helps to quickly and permanently get rid of inflammatory processes of the respiratory system.
The substance cefixime inhibits the development of bacterial membranes, destroys pathological bacteria, and also has a bactericidal effect on blood plasma and tissue. The suspension contains auxiliary elements: xanthan gum, sodium benzoate and strawberry flavor. Capsules contain: carmellose calcium, magnesium stearate and colloidal silicon dioxide.
How to take the drug "Supraks"?
Feedback from parents of babies is mostly in a positive way. Thanks to the pleasant strawberry taste of the suspension, small children perceive it as a tasty treat, which facilitates the treatment process. The dosage is calculated by the pediatrician and depends on the weight and age of the baby. The instructions indicate the treatment regimen for different ages.
Capsules can be taken for children over 12 years old, weighing more than 50 kg, 400 mg once a day. The course of therapy is ten days.
The suspension is allowed to be taken from six months to 12 years - 8 mg / kg, once a day.
For babies two to four years old - 5 ml per day.
The daily dose for children from 5-11 years of age is 6-10 ml.
To prepare the suspension, boiled water in the amount of 40 grams (chilled) will be required. Add water in two stages so that the powder is completely dissolved. After dilution, shake the liquid well and let it brew a little, no more than five minutes. It is important to remember that you can give the drug no more than once a day.
Available contraindications and side effects of the drug "Supraks"
The price (the instruction clearly explains the possible deviations) of the medication is within 300 rubles. Pediatricians do not prescribe it in case of impaired renal function and individual intolerance to individual ingredients. It is not allowed to use during pregnancy, lactation, with colitis, renal failure and in old age. Young children under six months of age are also forbidden to give a suspension.
Since Suprax is a powerful antibiotic, like all other medicines in this category, it suppresses the intestinal microflora and causes dysbiosis. It is advisable to take lactobacilli during treatment. Rarely causes dizziness, skin itching, hives, and fever Suprax. The feedback of people tells us that the tool is well tolerated by babies.