The use of antibiotics is considered an extreme measure of treatment for children among pediatricians. Children's doctors usually try to avoid prescribing these medications in every way. But, unfortunately, situations when it is simply impossible to do without antibiotics are quite common. After all, pathogenic bacteria literally surround every person from all sides. But adults have a fairly strong, formed immunity, thanks to which most pathogenic microorganisms are not afraid of him. But a growing childās body is extremely vulnerable to attacks by insidious pathogenic bacteria.
Even in the last century, pneumonia could easily provoke the development of serious complications and even reduce the patient to the grave. Today, precisely through the use of potent antibiotics, doctors have learned to fight even with such dangerous diseases. The Sumamed Forte suspension is one of the best examples of the successful use of antibiotics in pediatrics.
Fever, enlarged lymph nodes, cough, runny nose, sore throat - all these are common signs of various infections in the body of an adult and a child. "Sumamed forte" refers to the category of effective drugs that help get rid of such unpleasant symptoms and destroy the pathogenic microflora that triggered their appearance.
Antibiotics can be used to treat young children, but only if they are prescribed by a specialist. Moreover, parents should know and understand what they are dealing with. If your child has been prescribed Sumamed Forte, be sure to read its features and instructions for use. Only in this way can serious mistakes and dangerous consequences be avoided.
About antibiotics
Antibacterial drugs in pediatrics are considered a necessary measure for the treatment of infections caused by bacteria. Now such medicines are used quite often. True, parents give their babies with fears, because itās no secret that antibiotics negatively affect the digestive tract. But if the choice is between effective treatment and the life of a child, then you do not have to choose for a long time.
There are a number of drugs prescribed by pediatricians most often. The suspension "Sumamed forte" also belongs to those. The form of the product is very convenient for children, and its properties allow you to effectively deal with various pathogens.
Antibiotics are substances that are produced by some organisms to inhibit the activity of other pathogenic bacteria. Penicillin, which consists of mold spores, was one of the first to be bred. A little later, after many studies, synthetic and semi-synthetic antibiotics were developed.
The main function of these drugs is to fight against pathogens of infections and various inflammations. And cytostatic substances are used in oncology therapy. Each year, the number of new medicines is increasing. Today, there is already a classification of antibiotics, because they all differ in the spectrum of the effect. According to the type of effect on pathogenic bacteria, the drugs are divided into bactericidal and bacteriostats. The latter slow down and stop the development of pathogens, while others completely destroy it. In addition, medicines are divided according to the spectrum of their influence: locally, only on one type of bacteria; or a wide range covering several groups of microorganisms.
But with all the beneficial properties of antibiotics, there are serious disadvantages: the pathogenic microflora quickly adapts to these substances. That is why taking drugs is always limited to a short period of time. And for the same reason, scientists are constantly in search of new, improved tools.
In addition, along with pathogenic bacteria, antibiotics often suppress the intestinal microflora, destroying useful microorganisms necessary for the body. The intestine is most often affected, as a result of which dysbiosis appears.
Initially, antibiotics were used as injections, then pills were created, and in the last place, suspensions, like āSumamed forteā, that were pleasant in taste and aroma appeared.
Description
"Sumamed forte" - a tool that is now quite often prescribed by pediatricians to treat young children. However, the drug is also used for the treatment of adults, due to various forms of release and dosage.
The product belongs to the category of broad-spectrum antibiotics. Azithromycin is the main active substance and, with a high concentration in the focus of the pathology, has a bactericidal effect. It is noteworthy that Sumamed Forte is considered an improved drug with proven effectiveness. This is a really popular broad-spectrum antibiotic that treats various bacterial infections in the body. It is because of this that he became very popular in the treatment of various pathologies in small patients.
Due to the shape of the Sumamed forte suspension, it is very easy and convenient for children to use. After all, a pleasant, unobtrusive strawberry aroma and taste is usually very pleasant for kids.
In addition, the drug has an immunomodulatory effect and is considered safe. It does not affect the microflora of the digestive tract and does not cause allergic reactions.
Composition and form of release
"Sumamed forte" is a powder from which a suspension is prepared - a medicine with small particles. Initially, the drug can be snow-white or cream, but after preparation, a white liquid is always obtained. In pharmacies you can buy a suspension of Sumamed forte with raspberry, strawberry and banana flavors.
The package with the drug contains a glass bottle with powder, a special syringe and a measuring spoon. There is a suspension of Sumamed Forte 200 mg / 5 ml and 100 mg / 5 ml. Depending on the dosage in the packages, respectively, are bottles in which 29.295 g or 16.74 g of powder are measured.
It is noteworthy that the drug with the prefix "forte" is produced in only one form - suspension. This remedy is intended for the treatment of young children. However, there are other forms of the similar drug Sumamed. It can be used in the treatment of adults, and children of preschool or school age. Available in the form of tablets, capsules and injection. So do not confuse the drugs. Each of them has its own indications, features of use and contraindications. Only in some cases, small children are prescribed Sumamed tablets with a dosage of 125 mg. But there must be good reasons for this.
The composition of the drug includes an antibiotic that belongs to the category of macrolides. The main active ingredient in the Sumamed Forte suspension is azithromycin dihydrate. This substance was developed by pharmacists 35 years ago. Since then, it has been sold in domestic pharmacies under the name Sumamed. In other countries, it is also available, but under a different name - "Zithromax".
Each gram of powder for the preparation of a suspension of Sumamed Forte (200 mg and 100 mg) contains about 50 mg of the main ingredient. This substance inhibits the protein synthesis of pathogenic bacteria, inhibiting their growth and spread.
According to the instructions for use, the suspension "Sumamed forte" has a wide spectrum of action. Children's medicine copes with mycoplasmosis and chlamydia.
The drug itself and its analogues from the same group are well absorbed and quickly spread throughout the body. Using phagocytes, azithromycin is transported to the area of āāthe focus of inflammation. The medication is excreted through the kidneys and intestines.
Suspension "Sumamed forte", as you may have guessed, is focused, for the most part, on young children of preschool age who find it difficult to swallow capsules and tablets. To prepare the medicine, the powder should be diluted with purified water.
In addition, the composition of the drug includes auxiliary ingredients:
- sucrose;
- xanthan gum;
- flavorings;
- titanium dioxide;
- sodium phosphate.
But you should not be afraid of such a powder content. Despite such suspicious names, these components are absolutely safe.
So, sodium dioxide is just a food supplement that gives the potion uniformity. It is often added, for example, to processed cheeses to obtain a stable consistency. Titanium dioxide is a common dye used in the food industry. Xanthan gum is a natural chemical compound, a natural saccharide.
Mechanism of action
Azithromycin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. This means that it equally effectively affects not only one specific pathogen, but is also used to combat many different bacteria.
Upon contact with a pathogenic microorganism, the component inhibits the production of protein in bacterial cells. As a result, pathogenic microflora cannot multiply. It is thanks to this action that azithromycin is able to fight various pathogens, for example, mycoplasmosis, staphylococci, streptococci, chlamydia and many others. It is noteworthy that intracellular microorganisms and even those bacteria that are resistant to penicillin are affected by this substance.
Due to the high concentration of azithromycin, the drug has a bactericidal effect even in severe infections. When taken orally, the medicine is absorbed by the intestines and quickly spreads throughout the body. The active ingredient penetrates the focus of the pathology, gradually its concentration rises.
After a three-day use of the drug, the necessary amount of antibiotic in the body is achieved, and pathogenic microflora is suppressed. The medicine is rather slowly excreted from the tissues, for approximately 76 hours.
Scope of use
"Sumamed forte" is a modern antibacterial agent with a wide scope. Azithromycin is a relatively new substance to which pathogens have not yet developed resistance, unlike most other antibiotics (Ampicillin, Penicillin, Tetracycline, etc.). It is because of the resistance of bacteria that these drugs are often ineffective in therapy. For this reason, Sumamed Forte is often used as a strong reserve drug if other antibiotics fail. This is what made the medicine so popular in Europe and the USA.
The list of indications for the use of the drug is quite extensive. According to the instructions, Sumamed forte suspension for children is advisable to use for a variety of infectious pathologies associated with inflammatory processes:
- sinusitis;
- otitis;
- bronchitis;
- angina;
- pneumonia;
- pharyngitis;
- tonsillitis.
As you know, young children are particularly susceptible to such pathologies. They develop most often due to the appearance of a virus in the body. If it was not properly cured at the initial stage, the weakened child's body is easily exposed to bacterial attacks. And at this stage, all the described complications begin to develop rapidly.
As indicated by the instruction, Sumamed forte suspension for children is much less commonly used in the treatment of infections of the genitourinary system, as well as inflammation of the skin. So, the drug successfully fights Lyme disease, which is the initial stage of barreliosis. This pathology occurs due to a tick bite and often progresses asymptomatically.
But contrary to the erroneous opinion of the parents, the suspension "Sumamed forte" is ineffective in the fight against viral infections. The drug should be used only for diseases provoked by bacteria. That is why self-medication in such a situation is unacceptable, it is necessary to visit a pediatrician to determine the exact diagnosis.
At what age is it used?
According to the instructions, the suspension "Sumamed forte" can be given to children from six months. But you canāt use the drug yourself, without the control of doctors.
In certain circumstances, the drug can be prescribed for babies up to 6 months. Only in this case, the doctor carefully assesses the clinical picture of the disease and compares the benefits of using the medicine with the likely consequences.
How to prepare a suspension "Sumamed forte"?
If the baby is undergoing therapy in a hospital, the nurse will be engaged in the manufacture of the medicine. But most often parents have to prepare the Sumamed forte suspension on their own. So this knowledge is likely to be useful to many adults.
In general, this drug is fully adapted for children and equipped with all the necessary devices. So that the difficulties in the process of use and preparation should not arise.
So, how to breed Sumamed forte suspension? Measure and pour 12 ml of clean water into the powder bottle. As a result, you will get 23 ml of sweet syrup. In diluted form, the medicine can be stored in the cold for up to 5 days. Usually, this is enough for the entire course of treatment.
Shake the bottle immediately before use. A special syringe from the packaging helps to get the right dosage. After each procedure, it should be washed well. After taking the medicine, give the child some water or tea so that there is no medicine left in the mouth.
Terms of use
For convenient dose determination, a syringe can be used. According to the instructions for the suspension "Sumamed forte 200", for children from six months to three years, the recommended dosage is only 1 ml. If you use a drug labeled "100 mg", the amount can be increased to 2 ml. For the correct use of the medicine, you can use a measuring spoon of 5 or 2.5 ml.
In Lyme disease, the dosage of the drug is calculated according to the following formula: 1 ml of Sumamed forte 200 suspension should be taken per 1 kg of the childās weight. According to the instructions, a single use per day is sufficient for children. From the second to the fifth day, the dosage should be reduced by half. Parents should be extremely careful when calculating the dose. Indeed, due to its excess, a child may develop side effects.
As indicated in the instructions, a suspension of āSumamed Forteā (200 mg) for pharyngitis and tonsillitis should be given to the baby 20 mg per kilogram of weight. The course of therapy is 3 days, the child should take the drug once a day. The maximum allowable daily dosage of Sumamed forte 200 suspension, according to the instructions, should not exceed 500 mg. If you give your baby a potion with 100 mg of active ingredient, its amount can be increased by 2 times.
With infectious pathologies of the respiratory tract, ENT organs, soft tissues and skin, the drug should be taken at 10 mg per kilogram of weight. The course of therapy can reach 3 days.
For children, the suspension "Sumamed Forte 200" should be used in strict accordance with the instructions. Properly selected dosage is the main condition for successful treatment without undesirable consequences. An antibiotic is always prescribed for a child, taking into account its weight:
- 5 kg - 2.5 ml;
- 6 kg - 3 ml;
- 7 kg - 3.5 ml of medicine;
- 8 kg - 4 ml;
- 9 kg - 4.5 ml of the drug;
- 10 kg - 5 ml.
Contraindications
According to the instructions, the suspension "Sumamed forte" can not be prescribed, regardless of age, to children who are diagnosed with such problems:
- malfunctioning of the kidneys and liver;
- hypersensitivity to the components of the drug;
- age up to six months.
In all other cases, the medicine is usually tolerated without any problems.
Side effects
The instruction for the drug scares an impressive list of probable negative reactions of the body to an antibiotic. But reviews of the Sumamed Fort suspension indicate that the drug in reality rarely provokes the development of side effects. True, despite this, the drug should be treated with extreme caution. Parents should be sensitive to monitor the condition of the child and respond to even the slightest changes in his behavior.
Potions can lead to the following conditions:
- convulsive syndrome;
- migraines, dizziness;
- hepatitis;
- joint pain
- problems in the activity of the hematopoietic system;
- drowsiness or irritability;
- arrhythmia;
- deviations in the digestive tract;
- changes in smell and taste;
- candidiasis;
- hearing difficulties.
In addition, the development of allergic reactions, for example, urticaria, itching, rashes, is not excluded.
Of course, some signs, especially in young children, with accuracy can be very difficult to identify. But if after taking the medicine you notice that the child is crying, worried, sleeping badly or has irritation on the skin, you should immediately respond. In this case, the main thing is not to give the baby the drug anymore and call a doctor. If side effects are confirmed, the pediatrician will prescribe symptomatic therapy and choose the appropriate replacement.
To ignore such symptoms is extremely dangerous. Even a simple, at first glance, allergy can lead to Quincke's edema.
Drug interaction
The list of medicines with which you can take Sumamed Forte is quite large. However, many of them are forbidden to children. So, with the parallel use of an antibiotic with antacids, the effectiveness of treatment is reduced by at least 30%. It is very important that at least two hours pass between the doses of these drugs.
If your baby is already taking any funds, you should definitely inform your doctor about it. It is possible that he will change the course of therapy.
It is also worth bearing in mind that Sumamed Forte should never be given to children along with other antibiotics.
Analogs
Initially, the powder for the preparation of a suspension of Sumamed Forte was produced in Croatia, but several years ago it ended with a license to release a medicine. Now, in different countries, analogues of the drug with the same active substance are produced.
These include:
- Sumamecin.
- "Asicide".
- Sumamox.
- "Azitroks".
- Zintromaks.
- Azitral.
- Zintrolide.
- Sumazid.
- Chemolycin.
True, you need to remember that these drugs can differ in their composition, the concentration of azithromycin and the absorption time in the body. So do not neglect the advice of doctors.
As for the original Sumamed Forte suspension (200 mg and 100 mg), today its cost ranges from 200-240 rubles, depending on the dosage. Usually, there is no problem finding a drug.
Reviews about the suspension for children "Sumamed forte"
Parents who leave feedback about the drug, talk about several of its main advantages. First of all, they emphasize its effectiveness. According to parents, the medication significantly alleviates the condition of the sick baby on the first day. The antibiotic successfully fights with a runny nose, lingering cough and even bronchitis in just a few days.
The second advantage, often described in reviews about the Sumamed Fort suspension for children, is a convenient package that has everything you need. Using a syringe and a measuring spoon, parents manage to give the baby medicine very quickly and without any problems. Also, these devices avoid overdose.
Another advantage of the drug is its pleasant taste, which does not have to be masked with a variety of sweets or juices. Kids absorb the necessary amount of antibiotic without any problems. In addition, there are several tastes, and parents can choose the one that their child loves.
It is equally important that the drug should be taken only once during the day - the optimal dose provides the result for the whole day. Parents who already know how difficult it is to give a child a medicine, have appreciated the quality of this antibiotic. This is especially important for those who have very young children (up to a year). The suspension form is really familiar to the baby from an early age.
Surely for all parents it is very important that the medicines are extremely safe. That is why the next advantage of Sumamed forte suspension lies in the fact that it is produced by a large European company, which guarantees compliance with all quality standards and manufacturing technology.
In addition, despite the European quality, the cost of the drug in the domestic market remains quite affordable. In addition, Sumamed Forte can be used to treat not only small children, but also adults. So in cases where the whole family is sick, this drug can come to the rescue.
Conclusion
The unjustified, uncontrolled use of potent antibiotics entails the development of resistance of pathogenic bacteria to the influence of various medications. The suspension "Sumamed forte" is an effective antibacterial drug of the last generation, but it is quite dangerous from the point of view of the development of allergies, intestinal disorders and other disorders in the body. But parents should remember that it is often simply impossible to cure serious infectious pathologies without the use of antibiotics.
"Sumamed forte" is simple and convenient to use, adapted for even the smallest patients, making the drug popular among pediatricians. Although, despite many advantages, the medicine is prescribed for babies only in extreme cases.
Most often, the drug is prescribed for small patients with bronchitis and other pathologies of the respiratory system. Much less often - with other diseases. Among the advantages of an antibiotic, it is worth highlighting:
- obtaining a quick result with angina, bronchitis and other common diseases of the respiratory organs;
- convenient form of release, the presence of additional devices in the package;
- minimum number of side effects, their rare occurrence;
- affordable cost.
As for the shortcomings of the drug, they can occasionally include negative consequences.
And do not forget that only a doctor can prescribe such a strong drug as Sumamed Forte to a child. The specialist will determine the need for such therapy and the optimal dosage for the baby. If you use the drug correctly, in compliance with all instructions, then the risk of side effects will be minimal.