Various cold medicines are especially relevant in the cold season. “Ambulance” for acute respiratory infections are medications in the form of powders. The action of such funds is aimed at quickly stopping unpleasant symptoms of a cold and restoring health. Among the most effective soluble powders, experts distinguish Grippoflu. Instructions for use inform about the composition, dosage and contraindications for use. Let us consider in more detail what the drug is, what kind of reviews patients leave about it and how it can be replaced.
"Grippoflu": a description of the drug
The powder for the treatment of the first signs of the common cold “Grippoflu” is produced by the pharmaceutical company “Marbiofarm” (Russia). The drug has a combined therapeutic effect: eliminates the symptoms of the common cold and improves the protective functions of the body, helping it fight the disease.
The main active ingredient in the composition of the drug is paracetamol, known for its antipyretic and analgesic properties. One packet of its powder contains 325 mg. Powder "Grippoflu Extra" contains a double dose of paracetamol - 650 mg. Also included is ascorbic acid (50 mg), phenylephrine hydrochloride (10 mg), pheniramine maleate (20 mg). The powder is intended for dissolution in water and ingestion.
How does the medicine work?
Means "Grippoflu" application instructions are positioned as an emergency tool to stop the signs of acute respiratory disease. Unlike drugs in the form of tablets and syrups, soluble powder acts much faster, allowing you to significantly improve the patient's condition after a short period of time.
Paracetamol is a powerful antipyretic and analgesic. It acts on the centers of regulation of body temperature, helps to eliminate lacrimation, has an analgesic effect. Phenylephrine causes a moderate narrowing of blood vessels and a decrease in blood supply to the nasal passages. This helps to reduce secretion in the common cold. Ascorbic acid contained in the tool "Grippoflu (the composition can be read on the packaging) is necessary for the regulation of metabolism, improve the body's resistance to infectious pathogens.
Pheniramine is a powerful antihistamine that accumulates in the tissues and helps eliminate itching, burning, swelling. The component blocks the production of histamine, reduces lacrimation and secretion from the nasal passages. Also, the medicine has in its composition various flavoring additives.
Indications for appointment
Colds usually occur suddenly, significantly impair quality and disrupt the usual rhythm of life. The peak incidence comes in the autumn-winter period. The disease is often picked up by people with reduced immunity, lack of vitamins in the body. For colds, acute respiratory infections, flu should take "Grippoflu." Doctors' reviews indicate that treatment should begin at the first sign of a pathological condition. In this case, the tool will be most effective.
How does a cold manifest?
Symptoms of colds significantly worsen the general well-being of the patient. If you have the following symptoms, you should take Grippoflu powder:
- discomfort and sore throat;
- nasal congestion;
- rhinitis;
- fever;
- chills;
- a feeling of general malaise;
- headache caused by nasal congestion;
- aches in the body and joints;
- cough.
Similar symptoms usually do not cause complications with timely treatment. Powders for the treatment of acute respiratory infections are the most convenient and popular form of therapy.
How to take the medicine?
In order for the “Grippoflu” preparation to quickly cope with the unpleasant symptoms of an acute respiratory disease, the rules for taking the drug should be observed. The contents of the bag are intended for making a hot drink (tea). It should be noted that pouring boiling water over the powder is prohibited. Drink the prepared drink should be in a warm form, should not wait. When it cools down completely.
The taste of such a medicine is quite pleasant due to the presence of various fruit and berry additives in the composition. If desired, a small amount of sugar can be added.
Dosage
Do not forget that "Grippoflu" is a medicine that should be taken according to certain indications and following the recommendations in the instructions. Dosage increase is prohibited. At one time, it should be dissolved in hot water and drink the contents of one packet (preferably an hour after a meal).
The next dose is indicated no earlier than 4 hours later. A day you can drink no more than four bags of the drug "Grippoflu." The price of the drug is about 190 rubles per package (10 packets). The duration of therapy is 4-5 days.
Contraindications
Powder is not suitable for all patients. The tool has a number of contraindications, which should be read without fail before taking. "Grippoflu" instructions for use prohibit taking in the presence of the following pathologies in history:
- renal, liver failure;
- hypersensitivity or intolerance to the components of the drug;
- portal hypertension;
- diabetes mellitus (with caution);
- angle-closure glaucoma;
- chronic obstructive pulmonary disease;
- lack of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase enzyme;
- pathology of the endocrine gland;
- thyrotoxicosis;
- blood diseases;
- Dubin-Jones, Gilbert, Rotor syndromes.
The use of "Grippoflu" during pregnancy
During the gestation of the baby, the future mother’s immune system is weakened and is not able to adequately protect the body from the penetration of infectious agents. Therefore, colds often overcome women in position. Doctors do not recommend using any preparations in the form of powders (including Grippoflu) for treatment.
The composition of these drugs contains synthetic components that have a negative effect on the development of the fetus and the normal course of pregnancy. During lactation, their use should also be abstained.
Side effects
Allergic reactions in the form of rashes on the skin, itching, redness are the main side effects associated with the use of Grippoflu powder. Reviews of patients indicate that in most cases the drug is well tolerated. Dizziness, nausea, vomiting, palpitations, increased blood pressure are rarely observed.
Bronchial obstruction, increased intraocular pressure, thrombocytopenia, nephrotoxicity, hemolytic anemia also belong to the possible consequences of treatment. To avoid the negative reactions of the body described in the annotation, you should first obtain specialist advice regarding therapy.
"Grippoflu" for the treatment of children
According to the instructions, the drug is not allowed to be used to treat children under 15 years of age. Young patients should choose other medicines to eliminate the symptoms of a cold. For children who are already 15 years old, “Grippoflu” is given according to the standard scheme.
"Grippoflu": analogues
Currently, there are many cold medicines in the form of a powder that have a similar composition and effectively eliminate the symptoms of the disease. Such drugs have an express effect, and therefore they should be used with extreme caution. The main active ingredients in these medicines are ibuprofen and paracetamol. Both substances have a similar therapeutic effect on the body. If necessary, you can choose a substitute for the drug "Grippoflu."
The price of medicines of this pharmacological group practically does not differ from the cost of Grippoflu powder. The most popular drugs are the following medicines:
- Coldrex.
- Teraflu.
- "Pharmacitron."
- "Nimesil."
- Rinza.
- Vicks Asset.
- Maxicold Reno.
- "AntiFlu".
- Stopgripan.
- Fervex.
Some of these drugs can be used to treat children. For example, AntiFlu Kids, according to the instructions, is prescribed for babies from two years old. Powder for making a hot drink has a pleasant taste of raspberries or orange, which the child will surely like. Another medicine approved for the treatment of children from 6 years old is “Fervex”. Before using any medication, you should first consult with a pediatrician.
What do patients say?
Powders for the treatment of acute respiratory infections and relieve symptoms of flu are one of the most popular products in the pharmaceutical industry. They have a quick effect, relieve unpleasant signs of the disease. They are prescribed both for the treatment of adults and for children. The “Grippoflu” remedy helps many patients. Instructions for use give all the necessary information about the rules of treatment with this medication. If you follow the recommendations on the second day of taking the drug, you can feel a significant relief of the symptoms of the disease. It should be remembered that for more than 5 days, anti-cold powders are forbidden.