Up to a year, babies often have problems with stool discharge. Particularly affected are those children who receive the mixture, not breast milk. They have colic, increased gas and often constipation, which brings discomfort and pain. Among the many remedies for this problem, Dufalac for newborns is worth highlighting. The instruction suggests that the drug is suitable for treating the smallest patients and quickly eliminates the difficulties with bowel movements.
Description of the drug
The product is available in the form of a solution, which has a viscous structure and can be transparent or light yellow. The main cure is whey from a cow. Therefore, many parents trust the drug, because there is no doubt in its naturalness.
Not only to eliminate constipation, Dufalac is prescribed. For newborns, the instruction is confirmation of this, the medicine is often used as a remedy against dysbiosis. Reviews of parents confirm the effectiveness of such treatment, and most importantly - its safety.
How does it work
Immediately after the birth of the baby, the original meconium leaves him. After this, the stool becomes soft and can be observed up to 7 times a day. By 2-3 months, the number of bowel movements is reduced to 3-4 times. But with a violation of the intestines, the wrong diet of the mother or the use of mixtures, constipation can appear. In this case, “Dufalac” comes to the aid of the kids and their parents. For newborns, the instruction gives clear instructions for admission and stipulates the principle of action.
So, the medicine refers to prebiotic drugs with osmotic properties. Due to its composition, it has a pronounced laxative effect. After taking the following action:
- feces increase in volume, swell and soften;
- fluid is retained in the rectum, is not absorbed into the blood;
- in the intestine, the number of beneficial bacteria increases, which improves the microflora;
- pathogenic microorganisms are suppressed and do not multiply.
In pediatric practice, Duphalac has found great use for newborns. The instruction shows that the drug begins to act in the intestine and practically does not affect other organs and systems.
Medication advantage
All osmotic drugs that have a laxative effect have many disadvantages. The main one is addiction. Therefore, when long constipation is worried or it goes into the chronic stage, such drugs do not bring the necessary effect. Favorably different from other Dufalac. Instructions for newborns and reviews confirm that prolonged use does not harm health. This is possible due to the presence of prebiotics, which, in turn:
- effectively remove toxins and pathogenic microflora from the body;
- gently stimulates intestinal motility, which contributes to the passage of feces;
- contribute to a more complete absorption of calcium and phosphorus salts;
- ammonium ions are removed from the intestine;
- not addictive.
It is because of the safety of use that infants with constipation are often prescribed Duphalac. Instructions for children (newborns) show that the effect of the drug occurs only in the intestine and does not affect other organs. The lactulose that is part of is broken down by the intestinal microflora. As a result, acidity and pressure on feces increase. They increase in volume, swell and gently exit.
When appointed
Parents of babies should always have Dufalac in their first-aid kit. Instructions for use for children of newborns prescribe that administration is necessary if the baby has not had a bowel movement for more than 4-5 days. Parents note that the diet does not help, the baby can not cope on its own, and the enema does not inspire confidence. After all, it is known that it can provoke dysbiosis, weaken the walls of the intestines, can be addictive and lead to leaching of beneficial microflora.
Doctors' reviews confirm the effectiveness and safety of using Dufalac, but they warn that it is necessary to simultaneously review the menu of a nursing mother or choose a more suitable mixture.
Possible disadvantages
“Dufalac” is very popular among young parents. The instruction for constipation for newborns describes the methods of administration, but at the same time, disadvantages may also appear. So, there are reviews that indicate negative points:
- Constipation is not instantaneous, but after some time. Sometimes a day may pass so that a pronounced therapeutic effect is manifested.
- Sometimes the result appears after 2-3 days.
However, reviews of doctors about the drug show that, unlike other laxatives, which provide an instant, but short-term effect, Dufalac guarantees persistent and long-term improvement.
Scope of use
The medicine is used both in pediatric practice and for adults. According to the annotation, the drug is successfully used for:
- constipation in newborns and other age categories of patients;
- the treatment of dysbiosis;
- enteritis;
- impaired liver function;
- helminthic invasion.
The drug is sold without a prescription, so it is recommended to purchase it for a home medicine cabinet. This is facilitated by a long shelf life, but it is necessary to keep the bottle in a dark place.
Dosing schedule
The drug is safe, so even a month-old baby is not forbidden to offer Dufalac. Instructions for use for newborns, the dosage prescribes the following:
- 2.5 ml or 1/2 teaspoon, is the initial dose of the drug;
- reception should not be more than once a day;
- if the baby is not even a month old, then first they offer 1 ml of the product, if necessary, increase with each dose up to 5 ml.
Dufalac consists of natural ingredients only. The instruction for newborns indicates that the dosage is strictly observed, otherwise colic may occur.
From the reviews of parents it is clear that the drug is usually well tolerated by babies and they drink it with pleasure. The medicine has a pleasant sweet taste, so even the smallest ones do not refuse the proposed suspension.
In the best case, a pediatrician should prescribe the remedy. Also, the doctor will calculate the necessary dosage, according to age and the presence of the problem. If it is problematic to get to a specialist, then you can use the above reception scheme.
It is important to observe the maximum daily volume, which is written in the annotation for each age category. For newborns, it should not exceed more than 5 ml per day. The duration of treatment depends on the diagnosis and severity of the problem. Usually ranges from one week to one month.
Important Tips
Doctors warn that the use of the drug in isolated cases is meaningless. It is important to take a whole course in order to solve the trouble. The effect of a single dose should not be expected, because a certain period of time is required to restore the disturbed intestinal microflora.
Only two weeks later, it can be expected that the work of the gastrointestinal tract will be restored. After this, emptying becomes easy and regular. To achieve maximum effect, the medicine should be offered after meals in the morning, preferably at the same time. In this case, it is expected that bowel movement will occur during the day, so the baby’s night sleep will not be disturbed.
If the baby’s constipation is rare or does not bother him too much, then Dufalac is allowed to be used only once. But such an appointment should be made by a pediatrician.
Reception methods
The instruction prescribes to dilute the required amount of the drug in the norm in large quantities of water. Liquid for constipation is a deficiency in the body, therefore, getting into the intestines, water acts on the feces and helps to soften them. Doctors warn that the more you drink during treatment with the drug, the faster you can achieve a result. But the situation with newborns is different. It is difficult to drink a baby with plenty of fluids, especially if they are breast-fed.
Therefore, the suspension is dissolved in a small amount of the mixture, water or breast milk. You can use a syringe, a bottle or a teaspoon.
When Reception Denied
It is recognized as effective, but safe "Dufalac" for newborns. Instructions for use and reviews confirm that the action is gentle, the baby does not experience discomfort from taking. However, the drug is based on lactose, therefore, the intake of children with lactose deficiency is prohibited. There are also a number of restrictions when taking the medicine is prohibited:
- against the background of galactose intolerance;
- with intestinal obstruction;
- with diabetes.
It is important that the drug be prescribed by a doctor, because not always parents can accurately track all contraindications.
Sometimes side effects may occur during administration:
- nausea and vomiting;
- colic
- flatulence;
- bowel disorders;
- lethargy.
Similar manifestations may indicate drug incompatibility.
Usage Reviews
The network is quite a lot of the most diverse reviews. Some parents claim that only Dufalac helped rid the baby of the problem of constipation and solve difficulties with dysbiosis. Others note the occurrence of side effects and claim that the effect is absent.
However, doctors say that negative reviews are mainly associated with individual intolerance, dysregulation or admission from case to case.
Sometimes addiction to the drug is noted. Also, the effect can be observed only during administration, and after cancellation of the drug, the problem of constipation returns. Often infants suffer from colic and a large accumulation of gases. Therefore, pediatricians recommend the simultaneous use of drugs aimed at relieving symptoms of flatulence and bloating.