Everyone knows how important vitamins and minerals are for the harmonious development of a child. Unfortunately, today not every parent can provide a child with a balanced diet, in which every day the baby will be able to eat unlimited fresh fruits and other healthy products. And many children even refuse to eat them simply because of a lack of appetite. Along with this, a huge number of children categorically do not tolerate dairy products, which must be in the daily diet in order to replenish the supply of calcium in the body. And so that the child physically and mentally harmoniously develops, you need to fundamentally change the diet, which is often completely impossible, or give the baby vitamins.
Which complex should I prefer and which components should be in the composition of the drug in order to replenish the daily dose of useful substances necessary for the body? Today, “Calcinova” vitamins for children are very popular among pediatricians and young parents. Instructions for this drug will be described below.
All information provided is for informational purposes only and cannot be used as a guide for use. Only a pediatrician can prescribe a vitamin complex to a child. Otherwise, you can harm the baby's health. Information about how to take the drug "Kaltsinova" (for children), instructions, photos of the vitamin complex, presented above, will give complete information about the medication, but you need to drink it exclusively under the supervision of a children's doctor.
The composition of the complex
One tablet contains a daily dose of these necessary elements:
- pyridoxine hydrochloride, known among the population as vitamin B6;
- retinol palmit, or vitamin A;
- colecalciferol, known as growth vitamin (D3);
- ascorbic acid (C);
- calcium hydrogen phosphate dihydrate, or, in other words, calcium and phosphorus.
In addition to these main components, the preparation additionally includes a dye (E 104, E 132, E 129 - depending on the color), a flavor with the smell of kiwi, pineapple, blueberry or raspberry and sucrose.
The drug makes up for the daily needs of the child’s body for vitamin and mineral substances, so the course of therapy involves the daily use of Calcinova (for children). The composition manual describes in more detail indicating the dosage of each individual main component. However, this information is needed more by the doctor to determine the daily dose.
Drug form
The drug is available in the form of round chewable tablets. There may be slight marbling on the surface of the shell. Pink tablets are with raspberry flavor, yellow are pineapple, green are kiwi, and blue are blueberry.
Indications for use
This drug is recommended for babies from the age of three, during a period of intensive growth and physical development. What problems can be solved through therapy with the use of the drug "Kaltsinova" (for children)? Instructions for use say that this complex is an excellent solution for replenishing calcium in the body of children who can not tolerate milk. Vitamins perfectly strengthen bones and teeth and protect them from destruction.
The recommended doses for babies 3-4 years old are 2-3 tablets per day, and for older children - 4-5 tablets. They must be chewed or kept in the oral cavity until the tablets are completely dissolved.
Age restriction and contraindications
At what age can a child be given the drug “Calcinova”? For children 1 year old this complex is not suitable. He has been prescribed since three years. For a younger age, the doctor prescribes other drugs.
Also, the vitamin complex is strictly forbidden to prescribe to babies with diabetes and severe renal failure. Before prescribing vitamin therapy, the doctor must examine the child without fail to check if the baby’s urine and blood contain potassium salts. If they are found, the drug is contraindicated. Vitamins "Kaltsinova" can not be taken with hypervitaminosis and individual intolerance to the individual components - both main and auxiliary.
Side effects and special instructions
Among the undesirable effects that were observed during the tests of the drug, there are allergic reactions and diarrhea, accompanied by abdominal pain. In such cases, the drug is canceled. So says the instruction for vitamins "Calcine".
For children, it is important to strictly follow the doses recommended by your doctor to avoid an overdose. It should also be noted that with prolonged use of the complex in large quantities, hypervitaminosis of vitamins A and D may develop, and high levels of calcium can be detected in urine and blood.
In the presence of any negative consequences after taking the vitamin complex immediately after discontinuation of therapy, symptomatic treatment is started.
Interaction with other drugs
During therapy, special attention should be paid to taking other medicines. What should I look for when taking Kaltsinova (for children)? The instruction prohibits the simultaneous intake of these vitamins with tetracycline drugs and sodium fluoride, because calcium in the complex reduces their absorption. If the patient's condition requires treatment with these medicines, then a three-hour break between doses should be made. It should also be noted that pyridoxine, or vitamin B6, inhibits the properties of levodopa.
Therapeutic properties of the main components
What does the instruction say about the benefits of the drug “Calcinova”? For children, all the elements that make up this complex are very important:
- Calcium is the main element for the structure of bone tissue. In addition, it plays an important role in blood coagulation and transmission of impulses along the nerve channels. It should not be underestimated, as muscle contraction and normal heart function also depend on the amount of calcium in the body.
- Phosphorus is also involved in the formation of teeth and bones and plays a special role in energy metabolism.
- No less important for the harmonious development of the baby is the so-called vitamin D3 growth, which contributes to better absorption of calcium and phosphorus.
- The importance of vitamin A, which is involved in the synthesis of proteins, mucopolysaccharides and lipids, cannot be underestimated. It is also responsible for the normal functioning of the skin, mucous membranes and organs of vision.
- Vitamin B6 supports the structure of bones, teeth and gums, normalizes the nervous system.
- Is it necessary to talk about the benefits of vitamin C in the composition of the drug "Calcinova" for children? Instructions, reviews about this substance are known to a huge number of people. It is ascorbic acid that is indicated for infectious diseases, so that the body is more likely to cope with the disease. Vitamin C strengthens blood vessels, improves immunity, relieves inflammation and is involved in a huge number of oxidative processes.
Reviews of doctors and parents
What do the doctors say about the drug “Kaltsinova” (for children)? Pediatricians and children's dentists characterize this complex as one of the best for strengthening the bones and teeth of a child. It is prescribed when the teeth undergo premature destruction. Also, the complex copes with the lack of vitamins, which lead to pathological conditions.
Among the responses of parents, a positive assessment of the drug is also traced. Although among the good reviews there are those that describe allergic reactions to the drug. There is such a category of parents who say that this medicine was completely useless. But be that as it may, today one of the most popular vitamin complexes is precisely the Calcinova preparation. The instruction for children over the age of three contains the recommended dose, observing which, it will be possible to achieve the most positive therapeutic effect. It should also be emphasized once again that before giving this drug to a child, one should consult a pediatrician about the advisability of taking such a saturated composition. Perhaps for prophylactic purposes, ordinary multivitamins will be more relevant.
Storage conditions
What does the instruction say about storing the vitamin complex “Kaltsinova”? It is very important for children and adults to take medications that have retained their pristine beneficial properties. Therefore, it is necessary to observe the temperature and humidity conditions during storage. Air temperature should not exceed 25 degrees with minimum humidity. Otherwise, the main components will lose their properties and, at best, will not bring the expected therapeutic effect. Subject to proper storage, the medicine will be valid 2 years from the date of release.
Drug price
The cost of the vitamin complex "Kaltsinova" depends on the pharmacy network and the region of sale. The average price is 150 rubles per package. The drug belongs to the group of medicines that are sold without a doctor’s prescription.