Homeopathic medicines, along with traditional synthetic medicines, are excellent in combating cough caused by inflammatory processes. They have gained popularity due to the low degree of allergenicity and high efficacy noted by many patients.
Among homeopathic remedies for various types of cough, the most popular is Rengalin in solution, which many mistakenly call syrup because of its sweet taste and viscous consistency. It is perfect for treating cough in patients of any age. However, it is recommended that you know about the side effects and other limitations before you start taking it.
Drug characteristics
Rengalin, which belongs to the group of homeopathic remedies, is a medicine that helps to cope with cough. In addition, it has anti-allergic and analgesic effects on the respiratory system. The Russian-made drug has already earned the recognition of consumers thanks to the successful treatment of adult patients and children. It helps to eliminate complications arising from pathologies of the trachea, bronchi and lungs, and is suitable for the treatment of various types of cough.
Release form and composition
The drug is produced by the Russian pharmacological holding Materia Medica. This company is well known to customers for other common medicines - Tenoten, Antigrippin, Ergoferon and Anaferon. The company offers to purchase one of two forms of the drug: solution or tablets. The first form is the most popular because of the easy reception.
Rengalin in solution is available in 100 ml clear vials. It is colorless and sweet, has no extraneous taste and smell. In order to make it more convenient to measure the right amount of medicine, there is a special dropper on the neck.
The main components are 3 varieties of antibodies that act on histamine, morphine and bradykinin. All substances are contained in 1 mg of the drug in equal amounts of 0.006 mg. As additional ingredients are available:
- microcrystalline cellulose fibers;
- magnesium stearate;
- purified water;
- sodium cyclamate;
- isomalt;
- silicon dioxide;
- glycerol;
- lemon acid.
The positive effect of the drug during antitussive therapy is also due to the fact that during the manufacturing process the antibodies underwent a special affinity adsorption. This is a special method for purifying biologically active components.
pharmachologic effect
During the experiments, it was confirmed that the substances in the drug help to influence the activity of lipid metabolism, which occurs with endogenous regulators and their receptors. Antibodies to bradykinin help to modify B1 bradykinin receptors, to morphine - opiate receptors, to histamine - H1 receptors. With the simultaneous use of these ingredients, an enhanced mucolytic effect of Rengalin occurs.
Other common pharmacological actions of the medication are:
- anti-inflammatory;
- antispasmodic;
- antiallergic.
These effects are provided due to the fact that the components reduce the excitability of the cough center, which is located in the medulla oblongata. After this, the central links of the cough reflex are inhibited. In the thalamus, the centers of pain sensitivity are inhibited, due to which the transmission of pain impulses in the brain stops.
Rengalin has a definite advantage over this type of mucolytic drugs, such as narcotic analgesics, which can cause drug dependence and respiratory depression. In addition, these medicines have hypnotic, narcotic effects and do not stop well the local symptoms of allergic reactions.
The drug enters the bloodstream through the intestinal wall. It is difficult to say how long the active components of the drug are completely excreted by the body, due to the fact that their dosage is negligible. When examining the patient's biological fluids, no traces of the drug were found, therefore, there are no data on the pharmacokinetics.
Indications for use
The medicine is indicated for use in a variety of types of cough. High-grade therapy helps to produce antibodies that help prevent any side effects. Often they accompany diseases with coughing. Among the diseases that are treated with Rengaline in solution are:
- pharyngitis;
- emphysema;
- chronic obstructive pulmonary disease;
- bronchospasm;
- cold;
- cystic fibrosis;
- laryngitis;
- allergic cough.
The drug has an advantage over other mucolytic agents. It not only has an antitussive effect, but also helps relieve swelling, has an anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect. Doctors consider it a universal remedy for the treatment of bacterial and viral infections. Often it is prescribed along with antibiotics or antiviral drugs, depending on the disease. Another plus is that the medication does not have a toxic effect on the urinary system and liver. This helps to avoid complications.
Contraindications
As indicated in the instructions for use of Rengalin in solution, it is better not to use it for children until they are 3 years old. A child may be allergic to one of the components of the drug. Also, the drug is contraindicated for those patients who have fructose intolerance. With great care, you need to use it with a disease such as diabetes. The attending physician must adjust the dosage so that there are no negative consequences.
Side effects
In some cases, after taking Rengaline in solution, skin hyperthermia, slight swelling, rash, or other allergy symptoms may appear.
If such signs appeared, then there is intolerance to any of the components. It is necessary to consult a doctor and, if necessary, reduce the dosage or completely stop taking the drug.
Application
"Rengalin" in solution according to the instructions for use for children is given 5 mg and 10 adults for 1 dose (taken orally). The number of such doses throughout the day may vary. It depends on the severity and duration of a particular disease. On average, prescribe medication 3-5 times a day. In the acute period, it is allowed to use the medication up to 6 times a day. Its use is independent of food intake. The dosage is selected by the attending physician individually.
Before swallowing Rengalin in solution, according to the instructions for use, it should be held in the mouth for several seconds. So the active components of the drug can affect the inflamed airways much faster. As soon as the patient feels improvement, the number of doses is recommended to be reduced to 3 times daily.
Overdose
If the dose is followed correctly according to the instructions, then an overdose is unlikely, since the description of the drug indicates exactly how much should be given to the patient. Cases were observed when the child had free access to the solution and drank a larger amount of Rengalin. In this case, there was a slight stool disorder, nausea. After returning to the previous dosage, the symptoms quickly disappeared.
Interaction with other drugs
According to the manufacturer, the drug goes well with complex treatment along with antibiotics and other mucolytic agents. For all the time of using Rengalin in solution, not a single case of incompatibility with other medicines was observed. This advantage is especially appreciated by doctors who treat complex cases of cough in children.
Analogs
When it is not possible to take a drug such as Rengalin during antitussive therapy, it can be replaced by another dosage form, also having a liquid consistency. For example, most often, Stodal syrup is prescribed instead. He also belongs to the group of homeopathic medicines and has the same pharmacological properties.
The tool is released by Boiron. This syrup has a caramel flavor and a pleasant smell, so it is suitable for children and helps to quickly prevent a strong cough. The composition contains homeopathic components of pulsatilla, brionium, drozer, ipek. However, this medicine also cannot be used for babies who are not yet three years old.
When the patient has a difficult sputum separation with a wet cough, the doctor may prescribe other herbal medicines that have an expectorant effect. This list includes:
- "Tussamag";
- "Herbion";
- "Dr. Mom";
- Pertussin;
- "Prospan";
- Gedelix.
These drugs are united by the fact that, like Rengalin in solution, their use is very convenient due to the viscous consistency and sweet taste. On the recommendation of a doctor, they can be prescribed even to infants. However, you need to carefully watch so that the child does not have an allergic reaction.
In case of dry cough, if Rengalin does not help in solution, according to the instructions for children it is recommended to increase the dosage to 7-8 mg or use other mucolytic agents. Many medicines, such as Sinecode, Codelac Neo, Omnitus, help eliminate a painful cough, block the cough reflex. However, if the disease lasts for a long period, then the drugs should be combined with other effective drugs, then recovery will occur much earlier.
Customer reviews
After the course of taking "Rengalin" in the cough solution and according to the instructions and all the recommendations of the treating specialist are prescribed, as a rule, the patient is recovering. Only in rare cases, additional therapy with any medicine other than Rengaline solution is required. The reviews that patients leave are positive in 80% of cases. People describe a positive cure for prolonged cough of various origins. In addition, they celebrate affordable price and taste good.
The advantages of "Rengalina" in a cough solution include the fact that it is suitable for children from 3 years. It is much easier to give to babies, thanks to its liquid consistency. A small percentage of negative reviews found on the Web most often belongs to patients who have tried to treat advanced forms of diseases that cause a cough with a homeopathic medicine.