The drug is a complex herbal-synthetic medicine, which has a mucolytic effect. According to the instructions, Pertussin syrup is dispensed from pharmacies in dark glass bottles of 50 or 100 grams.
The composition of the drug as an active substance includes a liquid extract of thyme or creeping thyme and potassium bromide. Additional components are sucrose and ethyl alcohol.
What are the analogues of "Pertussin" in composition and action
Syrup has no absolute substitutes. Meanwhile, there are many drugs that also contain natural components and also have a mucolytic effect:
- Amtersol.
- "Herbion".
- "Dr. Mom."
- "Dr. Tyss."
- Linkas Lore.
- "Codelac Broncho."
- "Travisil."
What properties does Pertussin and its substitutes have
Thyme has a mucolytic effect, it enhances the release of pathological secretions by the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract. The plant helps to thin and stimulate the rapid elimination of sputum.
Potassium bromide has a calming effect on the central nervous system. Patients in their reviews of “Pertussin” narrate that such a combination was chosen well.
When the drug is prescribed
According to the instructions for use, Pertussin is prescribed as one of the components of the complex therapy of acute respiratory diseases, such as:
- Tracheitis (inflammatory lesion of the tracheal mucosa, mainly of an infectious nature, manifested by irritation of the epithelium, dry paroxysmal cough or sputum production, pain behind the sternum, febrile temperature).
- Pneumonia (inflammation of the lung tissue of infectious origin with a primary lesion of the alveoli and interstitial tissue of the lung).
- Bronchitis (a diffuse inflammatory disease of the bronchi affecting the mucous membrane or the entire thickness of the wall of the bronchi).
- Acute respiratory infections.
- Whooping cough (an infectious disease of the respiratory tract, the most characteristic feature of which is a paroxysmal spasmodic cough).
What contraindications does the drug have
Pertussin for coughing is prohibited in the following situations:
- Hypersensitivity to substances.
- Lesions of the liver.
- Alcoholism.
- Traumatic brain injury.
- Epilepsy (one of the most common chronic neurological diseases of a person, manifested in the predisposition of the body to the sudden onset of convulsive attacks).
- Pregnancy.
- Lactation.
- Chronic heart failure.
According to the instructions for use with Pertussin syrup, children under three years of age are prohibited from using the drug.
Adverse reactions
With prolonged use of Pertussin, the following unpleasant conditions may occur:
- The phenomena of bromism (chronic poisoning, in which the nervous system and all internal organs suffer).
- Skin rashes.
- Gastroenterocolitis (simultaneous inflammatory disease of the stomach, large and thin intestines of the gastrointestinal tract).
- Rhinitis (a pathological condition of the nasal mucosa, accompanied by two processes: swelling and excessive formation of mucus).
- Ataxia (a neuromuscular motor disorder characterized by impaired coordination of movements, as well as loss of balance both at rest and when walking).
- Conjunctivitis (inflammation of the conjunctiva, the delicate thin tissue that covers the surface of the eye, where most say "protein", as well as the conjunctiva covers the inner surface of the eyelid).
- Bradycardia (a type of arrhythmia, with a heart rate of less than 60 beats per minute).
- Weakness.
Next, the most effective Pertussin analogues for children and adults will be examined in more detail.
Amtersol
A complex medicine with herbal substances that has a mucolytic and anti-inflammatory effect.
According to the instructions for the analogue of "Pertussin", the drug is prescribed as part of a comprehensive treatment for respiratory diseases, such as:
- Tracheobronchitis (diffuse inflammatory process, covering the lower airways - the trachea and bronchi).
- Bronchitis (a disease of the respiratory system in which the bronchi are involved in the inflammatory process).
- Tracheitis (a clinical syndrome characterized by inflammatory changes in the mucous membrane of the trachea, which is a manifestation of respiratory infections that occurs both acutely and chronically).
Limitations to this analogue of Pertussin syrup:
- exacerbation of ulcerative lesions;
- pregnancy;
- breast-feeding;
- age up to three years;
- hypersensitivity;
- epilepsy;
- liver disease
- brain injuries;
- diabetes mellitus (a group of endocrine diseases associated with impaired glucose uptake and developing as a result of absolute or relative (impaired interaction with target cells) insulin hormone deficiency, resulting in hyperglycemia - a persistent increase in blood glucose);
- alcoholism.
According to the responses, the drug is considered an effective antitussive drug that is allowed to be used by children from three years old. In addition, the herbal composition of the syrup and its price are noted.
"Herbion"
The drug has an enveloping, as well as immunostimulating and antimicrobial effect. "Herbion" is used for dry cough and colds.
Using the medication helps to increase the resistance of cells to oxygen deficiency, and also suppresses the cough reflex. The presence of ascorbic acid in the structure of "Herbion" explains the ability of the drug to strengthen the walls of the capillaries, reduce intoxication of the body, increase immunity.
The responses confirm that the medicine helps relieve and soften an unproductive cough. Do not prescribe medication for children under two years of age, as well as for women in the first trimester of pregnancy and during lactation.
"Dr. Mom"
This is a phytopreparation with bronchodilator, as well as expectorant and mucolytic effects.
The syrup is made on the basis of plant substances without the use of narcotic substances and ethanol. Features of the positive effect are due to the properties of the components that make up the drug:
- cubeb pepper has a mucolytic and anti-inflammatory effect;
- holy basil has an antipyretic, mucolytic effect;
- The adatode Vasika is distinguished by an antispasmodic, expectorant effect;
- turmeric has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects;
- Licorice provides a sedative, analgesic, expectorant effect.
"Doctor Mom" helps eliminate inflammation, activates the discharge of pathological secretion, relieves cough.
The drug is taken orally. Depending on the age, Doctor Mom is prescribed in the following dosages:
- Children from three to five years old are given 2.5 milliliters.
- Children from six to fourteen years of age are prescribed 2.5-5 ml.
- Adolescents from fourteen years of age and adults are recommended to receive from 5 to 10 milliliters. Multiplicity of consumption - three times a day.
"Doctor Tyss"
A herbal medicine that has a mucolytic effect. A phytopreparation is prescribed to eliminate inflammatory processes in the respiratory system, accompanied by a cough with a difficult to separate pathological secret.
Contraindications are:
- age up to a year;
- glucose-galactose malabsorption (a rare metabolic disease in which the cells lining the intestine are not able to absorb two specific sugars, such as glucose and galactose);
- increased sensitivity.
"Doctor Theise" is taken orally, washed down with water. Recommended dosage:
- Adults are prescribed 15 milliliters every two to three hours.
- Adolescents and children from six years of age are recommended to use 5 ml every 2-3 hours, but no more than four times a day.
- Children from one to 6 years old are prescribed 2.5 milliliters every 3-4 hours, but no more than four times a day.
The duration of treatment varies from two to three weeks, after consulting with a doctor, an increase in the duration of the course is possible.
Linkas Lore
The preparation consists of a large number of active substances of natural origin, which allows Linkas Laura to possess the following beneficial properties:
- anti-inflammatory;
- antiseptic;
- expectorant;
- antipyretic;
- antispasmodic.
The medicine enhances the discharge of pathological secretions, the respiratory processes are facilitated, and the cough is eliminated.
"Linkas Lore" is allowed for children under 3 years. The Pertussin analogue does not need to be diluted with water, and the dosage of the drug depends on the age of the patient:
- Children from six months to three years are prescribed 2.5 milliliters three times a day.
- From three to eight years, 5 ml is recommended for use three times a day.
- Children from eight to eighteen years of age are prescribed a teaspoon four times a day.
- For adult patients, the dosage of the drug increases to two teaspoons four times a day, depending on the severity of the disease.
"Codelac Broncho"
This is a combination medicine to eliminate wet cough, which facilitates the discharge of pathological secretions and affects inflammation in the bronchi.
Pharmacological actions are due to the properties of its active substances:
- Ambroxol has an expectorant effect, contributing to an increase in surfactant production in the alveoli. In addition, the substance lowers the viscosity of the pathological secretion and improves its elimination.
- Glycyrrhizinate has anti-inflammatory and antiviral effects. Enhances anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory effects.
- Thyme has a mucolytic and anti-inflammatory effect, and also has weak antispasmodic properties.
Contraindications:
- pregnancy;
- lactation;
- age up to two years;
- hypersensitivity to any of the substances of the drug.
The syrup must be taken orally during meals, washed down with water. Recommended Dosage:
- Children from two to six years old are prescribed 2.5 milliliters three times a day.
- Patients from six to twelve years old are recommended 5 ml 3 times a day.
- Children from twelve years of age and adults are prescribed 10 milliliters four times a day.
The maximum duration of treatment without consulting a doctor should not exceed five days.
"Travisil"
A complex preparation of natural origin with mucolytic as well as anti-inflammatory effects. In this form, "Travisil" must be taken orally.
Single dosages:
- Adult patients and adolescents from twelve years old are recommended one or two teaspoons of the drug.
- Children from five to twelve years of age are prescribed one teaspoon.
- Children from one to five years old are recommended half a teaspoon.
The frequency of admission is 3 times a day. The duration of treatment is 2-3 weeks. In some cases, the doctor may recommend increasing the duration of therapy or conducting a second course.
Reviews of "Pertussin"
As a rule, feedback on Pertussin syrup is positive. For most patients, both adults and children, this medication really helped eliminate the manifestations of dry cough without provoking any negative reactions.
Nevertheless, choosing a medication even for the treatment of “ordinary” cough, it is necessary to refer to the doctor’s recommendations, who should establish an accurate diagnosis for the patient and prescribe him an effective treatment.
According to reviews of Pertussin, it is known that the drug contributes to a more enhanced sputum discharge compared to other mucolytic agents. After analyzing the responses about the drug Travisil of medical specialists, we can conclude that doctors do not consider this medicine a panacea and recommend using the most serious medications in difficult situations. This is one of the few remedies that does not provoke adverse reactions in children from the age of one year.
Reviews of "Doctor Moma" tell us that the positive effect of using the drug is noticeable after two or three days. There are a lot of positive responses about the medicine.