Runny nose in children is a fairly common problem. Therefore, the choice of means for its elimination is extremely relevant for most caring parents. Among modern drugs, experts trust Vibrocil for children. The instruction for the medication contains all the information that must be studied before use.
Forms of drug release
The most common form is drops that come in small glass bottles. For ease of dispensing and use, a pipette is proposed, which is located on the lid. A medicine is a solution without a specific color. The aroma slightly resembles the unobtrusive smell of lavender. The drops are usually colorless, but a yellowish tint is allowed. In one bottle, 15 ml of the drug is placed.
However, not only in the form of drops is "Vibrocil" made for children. The instructions contain information about other forms of release - spray and ointment. But in pediatric practice, the most common drops are, therefore, the main information will be presented precisely by them.
Therapeutic components
The basis of the medication is the following active substances:
- phenylephrine - 2.5 mg per 1 ml of the drug;
- dimetinden - 0.25 mg per 1 ml of the drug.
Lavender oil is used to provide a pleasant aroma. Auxiliary components also include:
- water;
- lemon acid;
- sodium hydrogen phosphate;
- benzalkonium chloride;
- sorbitol.
Additional substances are necessary to give the drops the necessary structure, smell and color.
Action on the body
In pediatrics and ENT practice, "Vibrocil" is quite well distributed for children. The instructions for drops in the nose give a complete picture of their use - they are necessary to eliminate the manifestation of rhinitis and its consequences. The principle of the drug is based on the activity of its components:
- Phenylephrine is the main active ingredient and acts on the vessels located in the nasal cavity. As a result, they contract, and severe swelling, which makes breathing difficult, subsides.
- Dimethindene is an antihistamine element, so drops have an anti-allergic effect. But the reception does not affect the work of the ciliated epithelium.
Medical indications
In many cases, "Vibrocil" for children may be prescribed. The instruction contains the following information on indications:
During colds, which are accompanied by profuse runny nose.
- With a chronic form of rhinitis.
- To eliminate allergic rhinitis.
- For the treatment of sinusitis.
- To relieve the symptoms of vasomotor rhinitis.
- In the treatment of nasopharyngitis.
- As part of a comprehensive treatment of otitis media.
- To relieve swelling in the sinuses and on the mucous membrane of the nasopharynx after surgery in the nose.
- As a preparation before surgery on the nasopharynx.
Age restrictions
You can use only drops of "Vibrocil" for children up to a year. The instructions have clear instructions that it is allowed to use the spray only after the baby is three years old. As for this form of release, as a gel, it can be used after 6 years. In addition, even if the baby is already a year old, then treatment is carried out only under the supervision of a doctor.
For several reasons, you can not use the spray "Vibrocil" for children up to a year. Intense sprinkling can lead to spasms of the nasopharynx.
Strict contraindications
The drug is allowed in pediatric practice, but contraindications must be taken into account. Unconditional include:
- closed form of glaucoma in the history of the baby;
- rhinitis with atrophic manifestations:
- at the lake;
- with individual sensitivity and intolerance to any component of the drug.
For some diagnoses, it is necessary to take with caution and under the supervision of a doctor "Vibrocil" for children. The instructions list these states:
- diabetes;
- high blood pressure
- cases of epilepsy;
- arrhythmia;
- hyperthyroidism.
In any case, for diseases of the cardiovascular system or malfunctioning of the thyroid gland, the doctor should monitor the treatment process and prescribe individual dosages. Due to the fact that the drug belongs to vasoconstrictor drugs, it is necessary to carefully monitor patients who are prone to dizziness and insomnia.
Undesirable symptoms during treatment
From the reviews of parents and the long-term practice of ENT doctors, it becomes clear that children usually respond well to treatment with this medication. The tool does not cause side effects, provides free nasal breathing and does not affect the functioning of other organs. However, drug rhinitis can occur if you use Vibrocil (1) for children for too long. Instructions for use not in vain contain complete information about the timing of admission and dosage.
Even if you use the medicine according to the rules, sometimes the following unpleasant symptoms may disturb the child:
- Burning and itching sensation after instillation. Usually passes after a while. If the sensations do not subside, perhaps this is how individual sensitivity manifests itself.
- Tingling and discomfort in the sinuses.
- With repeated use, a feeling of dry mucous membranes may occur.
- Epistaxis with blood vessels too close together.
Experts warn that you can not abuse and use Vibrocil for a long time. In the instructions for use for children and reviews there is information that in this case there is a high risk of addiction. Then the patient cannot breathe normally, he will need to constantly use vasoconstrictor drugs.
Follow the instructions for use
In order for the drug to bring the desired effect, it is necessary to correctly use and dose it. If you study the instructions, the principle of treatment becomes clear:
Before using the drops, the baby's nasal passages must be cleaned of mucus. Well, if he already knows how to blow his nose, if not, then a cotton swab is used.
- When burying, the head should be thrown back.
- Drops are used three times a day. The last trick should coincide with nightly bedding.
- A single dosage for children from 1 to 6 years is 1-2 drops in each nasal passage.
- If the child is older than 6 years, then the maximum dosage is 4 drops.
- The course of treatment should not be more than a week. If after this period the symptoms of the common cold have not disappeared, you should consult a doctor for an examination.
- Children under one year old are allowed only drops. In each nasal passage, instill one drop three times a day.
- After three years, you can use the "Vibrocil" spray. The instructions for children indicate that the dosage is the same as the drops. Use the medicine three times a day. Allowed 1-2 sprays in each nasal passage.
Overdose cases
In cases of overdose, exacerbation of adverse reactions and increased rhinitis are possible. In this situation, the baby may experience the following symptoms:
- headache;
- dizziness;
- tachycardia;
- prostration;
- nausea;
- trembling limbs.
The child’s skin turns pale with an overdose. The nervous system reacts sharply to this condition, and the baby becomes easily excitable.
In cases of exceeding the dose of the drug and the appearance of side effects, the child must be given a sorbent. If he is already more than 6 years old, then a plentiful drink is also offered. It is necessary to use blockers with a persistent increase in blood pressure.
Reviews on the use of the drug
Vibrocil drops for children are convenient to use and quite effective. Instructions and reviews about the drug most often interest a potential consumer. If information on the pharmacological action can be gleaned from the annotation, then the responses give an idea of the results of actual use.
Parents (in most cases) are satisfied with the appointment of "Vibrocil". Drops are packed in a convenient bottle with a dropper. After use, the baby’s runny nose quickly passes, the swelling subsides, and a pleasant lavender smell attracts even babies.
Mothers of allergic children like that the tool helps to relieve specific edema and quickly removes the manifestations of rhinitis. In addition, the drug can be used from a very early age, which is its undoubted advantage. It is noted that babies usually tolerate the medicine well, and it rarely causes side effects.
However, negative reviews are also available. Some are not satisfied with the too high price of the medicine. In addition, after use, there is often a burning sensation, so not all babies agree to re-treat the nose. There are categories of patients to whom this drug is contraindicated.
How to replace "Vibrocil" for children
The instructions (reviews confirm this) have all the information about contraindications. If this drug is forbidden to use, then the doctor may recommend a replacement. Among the products that also contain phenylephrine, Nazol Baby is the most popular. Drops are also allowed to be used from birth. If the child is already 4 years old, then you can buy "Nazol Kids". The product contains a higher dosage of the active substance, so it is not used up to 4 years.
Combined medicines can be called an analogue of “Vibrocil”. The main one is phenylephrine, but there is also an additional component. So, "Adrianol" contains tramazolin. The medicine can be used after the child reaches the age of three. You can buy "Rinopront", which is available in syrup. The drug has a complex effect and is used from one year.
Also known analogues are such well-known tools as Otrivin, Sanorin, Nazivin. But the current composition is fundamentally different. In addition, you can use drugs based on sea water. These include "AquaMaris", "Aqualor", "Marimer".
Despite the presence of a large number of analogues, doctors do not recommend choosing a remedy on their own. All drugs have different composition, limitations and indications.
Conclusion
Vibrocil drops are sold freely in pharmacies. For their acquisition does not require a prescription. But keep in mind that uncontrolled use can cause serious side effects and addiction.
Do not combine medication with other vasoconstrictor drugs. This combination enhances the effect and can lead to an overdose. Reception at the same time as antibiotics is allowed and indicated for bacterial infections, accompanied by profuse runny nose.