For the treatment of cough, especially at the initial stage, herbal preparations are often used. They help to cope with the symptoms of respiratory disease and accelerate the healing process without negative effects on the body. One of the time-tested drugs is Alteyka. The tablet recommends the use of tablets for various pathologies accompanied by cough. Let us consider in more detail the composition, recommendations for use and reviews of the drug.
general description
Cough usually occurs at the most inopportune moment and can significantly impair the quality of life. Symptom indicates the development of an inflammatory process in the respiratory tract. To alleviate the condition, it is necessary to begin treatment as soon as possible. However, first of all, you should contact a specialist who will make the diagnosis. With dry and wet cough, you can use the plant-based remedy "Alteika" (tablets).
Instructions for use indicate that the medicine is quite effective and has a versatile effect on the pathological symptom. The medication is prescribed for both adults and children to reduce the number of coughing attacks and reduce their intensity. In addition, tablets can thin the sputum and facilitate its removal from the respiratory tract.
The cough medicine is produced by Ukrainian pharmaceutical companies. The cost of packaging (20 tablets) ranges from 65-80 rubles.
Structure
The main active substance of the medication is the root of the medicinal marshmallow. One tablet contains 100 mg of this component. The therapeutic effect is due to the unique composition of the medicinal plant. The marshmallow root contains various mucous substances, starch, lecithin, tannins, pectins, vitamin C, asparagine, essential oils.
Silicon dioxide, sucrose, aspartame, calcium stearate, tartaric acid, magnesium carbonate, povidone, orange flavoring are auxiliary substances that are part of the Alteyka preparation. The pill recommends chewing tablets.
Mechanism of action
Herbal remedy refers to preparations that have an expectorant effect. Also, the tablets have moderate antitussive properties. The active substance quickly enough normalizes the viscosity of bronchopulmonary secretions, liquefying it and accelerating the process of moving along the respiratory tract.
The root of the medicinal marshmallow is a natural expectorant. Once in the body, the substance stimulates the work of glands localized in the submucosa of the bronchial walls. Due to this, the amount of sputum produced increases. A herbal remedy is capable of exerting an enveloping effect, which protects the mucous membranes from the negative effects of external factors (cold air, rough food) and reduces the pain caused by coughing attacks.
When should I use the drug "Alteyka"?
The cough tablets are recommended for patients suffering from the following ailments:
- bronchitis;
- bronchial asthma;
- whooping cough;
- laryngitis;
- tracheitis;
- bronchiectatic disease ;
- pneumonia.
The cough medicine based on the root of the medicinal marshmallow is used to treat diseases of the respiratory tract in acute and chronic form. It should be borne in mind that a herbal remedy absolutely cannot replace antibacterial therapy. Therefore, if there are indications for the use of drugs that inhibit the development and vital activity of pathogenic bacteria, Alteyka is used only as part of complex treatment.
"Alteyka" (tablets) for children
The instruction warns that it is possible to prescribe a drug in the form of tablets to children only if the child is 3 years old. For smaller patients, the manufacturer produces a similar remedy in the form of a syrup.
“Alteyka” can be used both for monotherapy and as part of a comprehensive treatment to enhance the therapeutic effect of other medicines. The remedy has a more pronounced therapeutic effect with a productive cough. Dose (single) for babies older than 3 years - one tablet. It must be chewed and washed down with water.
The frequency of use of the drug is determined by the attending physician. The duration of drug exposure will depend on the severity of the condition of the small patient. The manufacturer recommends taking a herbal cough remedy for at least 7 days.
Dosage for adults
Patients over 12 years of age and adults should also adhere to the recommendations indicated in the annotation and not exceed the dosage of the drug "Alteyka". Pills instruction allows you to take one at most 4 times a day. Drug treatment should be continued for 7-14 days.
Application features
In some cases, patients experience allergic skin reactions in the form of urticaria, itching. This indicates an increased sensitivity to the components of the herbal medicine "Alteyka" (tablets).
The instruction advises caution to take the remedy for patients suffering from diabetes. In the absence of positive dynamics, you should consult a specialist to select a more powerful medication.