In case of poisoning, intestinal infection or indigestion, the occurrence of acute diarrhea will be a companion for these unpleasant conditions. Diarrhea can lead to the loss of a large amount of fluid. At the same time, not only water is lost, but also the most important trace elements necessary for regulating the acid-base balance of the body. These microelements are inherently electrolytes - substances whose main function is to transmit nerve impulses.
In the human body, two main electrolytes are potassium and sodium, which have absolutely opposite functions. Sodium ions - retain water, and potassium ions - repel it. These chemical elements are involved in maintaining an optimal water-electrolyte balance, so that all body systems function properly.
Therefore, if diarrhea occurs with any disease, it is very important to prevent the process of dehydration - loss of fluid. A person consists of water, therefore, with its large losses, blood begins to thicken, which can lead to serious consequences in the form of a violation of the composition of the blood and the functions of the blood elements. For example, the process of erythrocyte adhesion begins, they form into conglomerates and can no longer fulfill their function of saturating organs and tissues with oxygen. If the degree of dehydration reaches a critical point, the development of serious consequences such as cerebral edema, hypovolemic shock, kidney failure, seizures, coma, and even death are possible.
Dehydration develops very quickly. Therefore, to make up for the loss of vital trace elements, it is necessary to immediately carry out treatment by rehydration - saturation of the dehydrated body with water and electrolytes.
A great helper in this can be the Finnish drug manufactured by the pharmaceutical company Orion Pharma - Regidron.
Widespread use "Regidron" received in medical practice and in a hospital. In the treatment of patients with severe dehydration, it can be used as adjunctive therapy. First, it needs to be carried out by intravenous droppers with special solutions. A small organism is especially prone to rapid dehydration, so the use of "Regidron" for children is especially important.
Description
White, odorless, crystalline powder. A clear solution of neutral smell and salty taste is prepared from this powder. So the drug describes the instructions for use of "Regidron".
Release form
Available in the form of a powder of 18.9 grams in bags of aluminum paper. These bags are packed in cardboard boxes of 4 and 20 pieces.
The therapeutic effect of the drug
Rehydron has found widespread use due to its excellent therapeutic effect. The therapeutic effect of the drug is explained by the components that make up its composition.
Salts containing electrolytes:
- sodium chloride;
- potassium chloride;
- sodium citrate dihydrate.
In addition to salts, the drug contains dextrose, which promotes the absorption of electrolytes. With this function, dextrose increases the bioavailability of the drug.
When to use the drug
Instructions for use "Regidron" contains information on such indications for use as:
- Prevention of dehydration at the first symptoms of acute diarrhea.
- Help in the process of rehydration with diarrhea, leading to mild to moderate dehydration.
When the use of "Regidron" is prohibited
- Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.
- Severe dehydration. It occurs when the body has lost fluid with a volume of more than 10% of the total weight of the patient. In this state, the blood thickens, its circulation is disturbed and all body systems suffer, this can lead to death. In severe dehydration, urgent intravenous administration of special solutions is necessary. With an improvement in the general condition of the patient, “Regidron" treatment should be continued.
- Coma.
- Bowel obstruction.
- Prolonged vomiting that does not pass even if the solution is cooled and slowly introduced. The use of "Rehydron" with vomiting of this nature must be stopped.
- Impaired absorption of monosaccharides by the walls of the gastrointestinal tract.
When the use of "Regidron" must be carried out with caution
Instructions for use "Regidron" draws attention to the fact that there are some conditions in which the drug should be taken with caution. Namely:
- Diabetes mellitus and / or renal failure, since taking the drug can upset the balance of fluid or glucose in the body. Despite this, the use of "Regidron" is possible, but only after passing a number of laboratory tests and under the supervision of a doctor.
- Caution when taking the drug is necessary for patients adhering to a salt-free diet, since the drug contains sodium and chlorine ions.
- Diarrhea caused by cholera vibrio. With this infection, the use of "Regidron" in order to make up for the loss of electrolytes and fluid may not be enough.
Therefore, you need to closely monitor the general condition of the patient and immediately seek medical help in case of symptoms such as:
- lethargy, excessive drowsiness, speech slowdown, fatigue too fast;
- body temperature reaches 39 ° C and above;
- an admixture of blood in the feces;
- continuous vomiting for a long time;
- diarrhea lasts more than 2 days, relief does not occur;
- the presence of severe abdominal pain.
Use during pregnancy and during breastfeeding
Instructions for use "Regidron" claims that this drug is approved for pregnant and lactating women. It is imperative that the dosages are followed.
Side effects
- Nausea and vomiting. May occur when the drug is administered too quickly, so it is very important to use it gradually. This is stated in the instructions for use of "Regidron". When vomiting, the drug should not be stopped, you must wait 10 minutes, and then resume the use of the solution in a chilled form. So the patient will be easier to transfer the prescribed treatment. It is necessary to give the patient a solution of a teaspoon at regular intervals, as written in the instructions for use of "Regidron". For children with vomiting, it is especially important to use the solution slowly, a teaspoon every 5-10 minutes.
- Hypernatremia is an increase in the level of sodium in the blood. In people with normal kidney function, the risk of developing this side effect is very low. Caution is necessary for those people who have kidney or liver failure.
Dosage
The drug has a specific dosage regimen, which depends on the weight of the patient and the degree of dehydration. To do this, before starting treatment, you must weigh the patient to assess the amount of fluid lost. Then the contents of the bag must be dissolved in one liter of clean drinking water. The resulting amount of solution must be consumed gradually during the day.
Do not add any foreign substances to the solution, this can lead to disruption of the drug. Eating is not required to cancel. Exceptions are foods that are difficult to digest (fats and simple carbohydrates) to avoid exacerbating diarrhea. This is stated in the instructions for use of "Regidron".
For children who are breastfeeding or artificial feeding, the situation is the same. You need to continue to feed the baby as usual. However, it is worth paying attention that for children the instructions for use of "Rehydron" advises the use of other means for rehydration with a lower sodium content. Such drugs are available on the pharmaceutical market, and they will be discussed below.
The use of "Regidron" can also be resorted to to prevent the development of dehydration (dehydration). At the first sign of diarrhea, you should start taking the drug. The course depends on the duration of the disease.
If large volumes of fluid have already been lost, Regidron will help make up for the lack of electrolytes. This requires a significant amount of solution in a short period of time. It is necessary within 6-10 hours to use such an amount of solution that will be twice the amount of lost patient weight. Suppose a patient has lost 500 grams of his weight, which means that he needs to use 1 liter of solution in the near future. And also it is necessary to refuse reception of other liquids and any food for 3-4 hours.
Overdose
The occurrence of an overdose is possible if you neglect the rules for preparing the solution, when it turns out to be very concentrated. As a result of this, hypernatremia may occur, the symptoms of which are:
- confusion of consciousness;
- drowsiness;
- neuromuscular tension;
- respiratory arrest.
In people with impaired renal function, hyperkalemia can occur, which leads to the occurrence of weakness and impaired heart rhythm.
If the patient has symptoms of an overdose, it is necessary to seek help from a doctor who will correct the water-electrolyte balance using laboratory blood tests.
Storage conditions and shelf life of the drug
Instructions for use "Regidron" contains information that it is necessary to store the drug at temperatures up to 25 ° C. The prepared solution is stored in a refrigerator at a temperature of 2 ° C ... 8 ° C.
Shelf life - 3 years from the date of production. The prepared solution must be consumed within 24 hours. Do not use after expiration date.
Pharmacy leave terms
"Regidron" is an over-the-counter drug, and therefore is freely available. When dispensing this medicine, the pharmacy worker will not ask for a prescription.
"Rehydron": analogues
On the modern pharmaceutical market, there are two main analogues of Regidron - Hydrovit and Trihydron.
"Hydrovit" incorporates dextrose and potassium with sodium, but the last two are presented in the form of other salts. Nevertheless, this does not affect the pharmacotherapeutic effectiveness of the drug. This drug contains less sodium than Regidron, so Hydrovit is preferred for children. In addition, it comes in several flavors, which will make it easier for children to take the drug.
There is also a drug like Trihydron. Its composition is similar to that indicated in the instructions for use of "Regidron". For adults, these two drugs can help cope with dehydration equally well.
Reviews on "Regidron"
Many had to deal with the use of this drug, and reviews about it are almost 100% positive. People call him a savior in case of any poisoning or rotavirus infection, since they feel relief already on the first day of admission. Its main advantages are people who note high efficiency, quick action, low cost and affordability in the pharmaceutical market.
Regidron: price
The price of 20 packages of the drug is in the range from 350 to 400 rubles. However, in pharmacy organizations, packaging and dispensing of the drug in 2 packets is permissible. Thus, the cost of two packages will be from 35 to 40 rubles. The day of treatment will cost the patient a cost of 17.5 to 20 rubles. It is worth pointing out that the final price will depend on the region, city and specific pharmacy.
Conclusion
"Regidron" is an original drug with high therapeutic efficacy and low cost.
Before you start using the medicine, you must familiarize yourself with its instructions, especially with the rules of admission and the dosage regimen. This will help to avoid side effects or overdose. Also, during the use of "Regidron" by an adult or child, others must carefully monitor the patient's condition and, in the presence of alarming symptoms indicating the presence of severe intestinal infection, seek medical help to prevent deterioration.