The vast majority of respiratory diseases is complicated by coughing. It can be of either a viral or bacterial nature. Sometimes a cough is productive, a person effectively expectorates sputum, but often it becomes obsessive and does not bring relief. For many inflammatory infections of the respiratory tract, the doctor may prescribe Erespal. Reviews about the drug, however, are not as clear as we would like. Therefore, it is worthwhile to carefully study the attached instructions for the tool and analyze the available patient responses.
The main characteristics of the drug
"Erespal" reviews has numerous. Some praise the drug for effectiveness, while others scold it for inefficiency and side effects. The medication is actually not like many drugs aimed at treating cough. It can neither be called an overwhelming cough reflex, nor an expectorant. At the heart of the drug is fenspiride hydrochloride. The component has the following effect on the patient's body:
- eliminates inflammation;
- blocks the production of mucus in the bronchi, affecting histamine receptors;
- It has a powerful antispasmodic effect, therefore it is prescribed to children against bronchospasm.
Thanks to the reception, the bronchi expand, the mucus is excreted, and the patient's breathing becomes easier. In pediatrics, Erespal also found its application. Reviews (for children, the drug is often prescribed) show that the drug prevents stenosis of the larynx and eliminates an obsessive cough that prevents the baby from sleeping.
How does it work
Experts emphasize that the drug in question is not included in the group of habitual cough medicines. Usually prescribed antitussive drugs that suppress it. Or expectorants are used, which help to eliminate mucus. Erespal does not belong to either group. But this circumstance does not reduce its effectiveness.
The reason for the effectiveness of the drug is due to the fact that it not only fights the cause of inflammation, but also inhibits its further development. The cough "Erespal" also depresses. Reviews confirm that the patient's condition improves and sleep is improving. But the advantage is that the active substance does not affect the corresponding center of the brain, as antitussive drugs do.
The tool also has one more advantage. Reviews confirm that the appointment of "Erespal" during acute respiratory viral infections helps to do without antibiotic therapy. This is due to good anti-inflammatory properties. It should be remembered that the active substance is excreted mainly by the kidneys and only a small part - with the help of the intestine.
When the drug is prescribed
Multiple indications has Erespal. Instructions for use and reviews show that the medicine is effective in the following diseases:
- pharyngitis;
- laryngitis;
- bronchitis;
- sinusitis;
- pneumonia;
- measles;
- bronchial asthma;
- flu;
- otitis.
Often patients try to replace traditional antibiotic therapy with Erespal. Of course, the drug affects a speedy recovery and helps to avoid the use of strong funds. But he cannot replace antibiotics, because he is mainly aimed at eliminating cough and relieving inflammation in the larynx.
Testimonials of patients show that infectious diseases in children and adults are faster, dry cough ceases to torment the patient, and the inflammatory process is eliminated.
Release Forms
In pharmacies, the medicine can be found in two different forms:
- Erespal tablets. Reviews show that this form is most acceptable for adults. But here the effectiveness is not always at the proper level. However, many note that taking the drug relieves coughing attacks, relieves painful inflammation in the throat. In conjunction with the prescribed therapy, the healing process is fast. But sometimes there are responses about the occurrence of side effects. Basically, all the unpleasant moments are associated with the digestive system. Patients have diarrhea, sometimes nausea.
- Syrup "Erespal". Reviews confirm that this form is recommended for children. Despite the fact that the main active ingredient is rather bitter, the suspension has a sweetish, but specific taste. This is due to the presence of flavorings. The responses of the parents show that some children are happy to drink the proposed syrup, while others note its peculiar taste. There is also much debate about the effectiveness of treatment. Many children are prescribed syrup during laryngitis. The medicine prevents the development of dangerous stenosis of the larynx and does not allow the inflammatory process to aggravate the condition. But there are parents who noted side effects in their children. Among these, diarrhea, vomiting, and digestive upset are most commonly found.
Structure
Fenspiride hydrochloride is the base of Erespal. Instructions, reviews indicate a fairly large number of sweeteners and flavorings. Of course, the basic substance is very bitter and requires the inclusion of such additives in order to make the syrup suitable for children, but parents note frequent allergic reactions.
The tablets have a more acceptable composition, but their use is not intended for children. In addition to the main component, for shaping are present:
- glycerol;
- disubstituted calcium;
- magnesium stearate;
- titanium dioxide;
- hypromellose;
- macrogol.
Syrup is supplied in darkened vials. One milliliter contains two milligrams of the main substance. In addition, the composition includes:
- aniseed oil;
- licorice root extract;
- honey flavoring;
- glucose;
- glycerin extract;
- potassium sorbate;
- dye;
- sucrose;
- saccharin;
- propyl parahydroxybenzoate;
- distilled water.
Many parents are frightened by a similar composition, in particular the presence of dye and flavor. Therefore, for the treatment of babies, you should get a doctor's consultation. However, pediatricians see no reason to refuse admission if the patient is not in the risk zone for contraindications or does not have individual sensitivity to any components of the drug.
Read the instructions for admission
A quick therapeutic effect is provided by Erespal. Application (reviews confirm this fact) brings relief after 2-3 hours after administration. Moreover, the drug is well tolerated by adults, but the effect on children is not so clear. Often babies have digestive problems.
The therapeutic effect in syrup appears earlier - most often in an hour. After taking the pills, the effect is worth waiting in three hours. Moreover, the highest dose of the drug in the blood is reached after six hours.
Dosage for adult patients
In accordance with the instructions, the drug is prescribed to adult patients two pieces a day. Moreover, depending on the severity of the disease, the doctor may increase the dosage to three pills per day. However, only a doctor can determine the optimal duration of treatment. But reviews indicate that the effect of the reception is felt after three days. You can not finish this treatment, because the minimum course should be at least five days. Otherwise, the main component does not have time to exert its therapeutic effect.
It is important to remember that the tablets are intended only for adults and patients over 14 years of age. Smaller patients are prescribed the drug in syrup.
Use in childhood
For the treatment of acute respiratory infections, in particular laryngitis, Erespal is used - a syrup for children. Reviews confirm its effectiveness, but side effects are also noted. Features of admission in childhood are associated with the appointment of a dosage depending on weight. The doctor selects the optimal daily amount so that it does not exceed more than 4 mg per kilogram of weight. If the baby weighs less than 10 kg, then the daily dose is usually 2-4 teaspoons. If the weight is more, then the amount is also 2-4 tablespoons, but in this case tablespoons.
The syrup is intended for children, but the contraindications indicate children's age up to two years. However, the pediatrician can prescribe an appointment at an earlier age, but the dosage will be calculated individually.
Contraindications
Despite the abundance of fragrances and dyes, there are not so many contraindications. It is forbidden to take babies up to two years old, but the doctor decides the deciding opinion. The drug is also contraindicated with individual sensitivity to any component.
It is necessary to take into account the presence of sucrose in the composition. Therefore, patients with diabetes are forbidden to take just syrup. Use tablets is not forbidden.
Patient Reviews
Erespal is effective, but contradictory. Reviews of adult patients indicate the effectiveness of the tablets. The inflammation in the throat quickly passes, the cough ceases to torment and manages to do without the use of antibacterial therapy. But there are opinions that the remedy did not have the expected effect, but only caused an indigestion. It is worth noting that such reviews are often associated with an incompletely drunk course.
In the case of treatment of children, there are also many reviews. Parents note the effectiveness of the drug against stenosis during laryngitis and the relief of paroxysmal cough. The drug relieves inflammation, so the treatment of respiratory diseases is faster. But at the same time, there are often responses about side effects.
The most frequently described cases are when diarrhea opens up while taking, digestion is disturbed in children. In connection with the presence of dyes, urticaria and even swelling are observed. Both adults and children may experience severe drowsiness, they have bouts of vomiting, nausea.
However, doctors often prescribe "Erespal" because its effect is not similar to many drugs aimed at eliminating cough. In therapeutic practice, there are many positive results, and side effects can be avoided if the dosage is prescribed by a specialist.