The medicine "Remantadine" is an antiviral agent. A medicine is produced in the form of syrup, tablets. The drug "Remantadine", the indications for use of which will be described below, is active against strains of influenza virus, herpes, tick-borne encephalitis. The medication has an immunostimulating and antitoxic effect.
Due to the polymer structure, a long circulation of the drug in the body is ensured. This, in turn, allows you to prescribe the drug not only for therapy, but also to prevent the development of viral pathologies. The likelihood of getting the flu is significantly reduced with the appointment of 200 mg (prophylactic dose) of Remantadine. Indications for use of the drug include influenza and colds pathologies of children and adults.
Side effects
The drug can cause a deterioration in the ability to concentrate, dizziness, insomnia, headaches. Excessive fatigue, nervousness also relate to complications arising from the use of Remantadin. Indications for use, therefore, are not the only information that is taken into account in the appointment. Since the medicine is available in oral forms, problems with the gastrointestinal tract may occur during therapy. In patients, in particular, nausea, dry mouth, vomiting, gastralgia are noted.
How to drink "Remantadin"?
The drug for prevention and treatment is prescribed to patients from 10 years old at 100 mg 2 r / day, up to 10 - 5 mg / kg once a day. For children, the maximum daily dosage is not more than 150 mg. The duration of treatment is 5-7 days. Flu therapy should be started in the first 24-48 hours with the detection of signs of the disease.
Contraindications
No medication is prescribed during pregnancy, under the age of one year. Not recommended for lactating patients, patients with hypersensitivity. Chronic renal failure, epilepsy (including a history of), impaired liver activity are also limitations on the appointment of therapy with Remantadine.
Indications for use of the drug include symptoms of type A flu , a disease that can provoke serious consequences as a result of illiterate treatment. In this regard, the drug should be monitored by the doctor, especially by children.
Additional medicine information
During therapy, you should refrain from performing potentially dangerous work, in particular from driving, or other activities that require a high level of concentration. The drug is effective as a prophylaxis after contact with the sick (you must take at least 10 days). In epidemics, it is recommended to take the medicine daily for six to eight weeks. With simultaneous administration with acetylsalicylic acid or Paracetamol, the maximum concentration of Remantadine decreases. Before taking the drug, you should visit a doctor.