The article will provide detailed instructions for use for "Bobotik" for newborns.
It is an effective drug whose action is aimed at reducing flatulence. The drug is intended for both adults and children. In the first few months of life, newborns often suffer from increased gas formation. "Bobotik" allows you to quickly eliminate the symptoms of flatulence, reduce the intensity of pain with colic, and also prevents possible constipation. Many specialists in the field of pediatrics and parents of young children recognize him as the first among the remedies for colic in newborns. What does the application instruction for Bobotik tell us?
Release form
The drug is in the form of drops for oral administration. The solution looks like a thick emulsion of white, slightly creamy color, opaque, with a pleasant smell and fruity taste, which is provided by the raspberry flavor. Sometimes the drug precipitates, splitting into two layers. In this case, it is recommended to shake the vial with the drug until a homogeneous state of the emulsion.
Structure
According to the instructions for use for drops "Bobotik" for newborns, the active active ingredient of the drug is an emulsion of simethicone in a 30% concentration. 1 ml contains 222.2 mg of active ingredient, that is 66.66 mg of simethicone. The drug is packaged in bottles with a screw cap. The desired dosage is measured using a dropper stopper, which is equipped with a bottle.
Act
"Bobotik" is part of a group of drugs that help fight flatulence. The emulsion has proven to be highly effective in treating patients of all age groups. The drug affects the processes occurring in the gastrointestinal tract. The active substance prevents the formation of an excessive amount of gases in different parts of the intestine, and also destroys the resulting bubbles in the feces, mucus and decay products. This confirms the instructions for use for the drug "Bobotik" for newborns.
The amount of gas that is released under the influence of the product is removed through active peristalsis or by absorption into the intestinal wall. Bubbles are absorbed gradually, which prevents the formation of volume calculi from gas and mucus. Such conglomerates often cause pain and severe bloating.
Benefits
"Bobotik" compares favorably with other drugs for colic and bloating for children on the pharmaceutical market. The undoubted advantages of the drug are the following features:
1. The lack of sugar in the composition of the drug. It can be taken even with diabetes and intestinal disorders.
2. The substances that make up Bobotik are not absorbed into the intestinal walls.
3. Simethicone does not adversely affect the beneficial intestinal microflora.
4. The active substance of the drug is excreted completely unchanged through the intestines. In this case, the systemic effect of the drug on the body is quite rare.
5. The drug is chemically inert, it does not affect the formation of enzymes in the organs of the gastrointestinal tract, and also preserves the volume and reaction of the gastric juice.
6. The pleasant fruity taste of the emulsion does not cause disgust in the child, the drug is easily perceived even by newborn children.
Indications for use
In accordance with the instructions for use with Bobotik, the main indication is the elimination of the negative symptoms that appear in the gastrointestinal tract. These signs include:
- Excessive fermentation.
- Excessive gas formation.
- Flatulence.
- Painful colic.
In newborns, and at an older age, the drug is recommended not only as a means to eliminate problems in the gastrointestinal tract. Sometimes Bobotik is prescribed by gastroenterologists as a preparatory stage before conducting various studies, including radiography, gastroscopy, sonography and duodenoscopy.
Contraindications
As the instructions for use for "Bobotik" indicate, contraindications are:
- The period up to 28 days after the birth of the baby.
- Hypersensitivity to the components that make up the drug.
- Intestinal obstruction in a child.
- Obstructive diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.
Side effects
The risk of side effects is significantly reduced due to the chemical inertness of the composition "Bobotika". Undesirable reactions to the drug occur as a result of exceeding the prescribed dosage and specialist dosage. An allergic reaction to the drug is sometimes noted when the baby's skin turns red and crusts.
It is impossible to completely exclude the possibility of developing an allergic reaction before the first use of Bobotik. Therefore, it is always necessary to have at hand antihistamines that can be given to a child at his age. If signs of allergy appear, the drug should be discontinued and the child given an antihistamine, and then consult a doctor.
Instructions for use with "Bobotik"
The drug in the form of drops for oral administration is dispensed without a doctor's prescription. However, before you start taking the drug, you should consult your doctor. Sometimes it is more advisable to use other drugs for colic in children. There are several rules for taking "Bobotika":
- Before taking the bottle with the emulsion should be shaken until a homogeneous consistency.
- The required number of drops should be given to the child after feeding.
- For newborns, the emulsion should be diluted with a small amount of water.
- The duration of the appointment is prescribed by the pediatrician depending on the intensity of the symptoms and the condition of the child. After the symptoms have been eliminated, further administration of the drug is not necessary.
There is also a standard dosage regimen depending on the age of the patient:
- Up to two years, starting from the 28th day of life, - 8 drops 4 times a day.
- From two to six years - 14 drops 4 times a day.
- Starting from six years - 16 drops 4 times a day.
Before conducting gastroenterological studies, the drug is prescribed in the following dosages:
- Children under two years old - 10 drops.
- From two to six years - 16 drops.
- 20 drops for adults.
Instructions for use with "Bobotik" indicate that there have been no cases of overdose to date, as well as side effects while taking overestimated doses of the drug. However, exceeding the dosage prescribed by a specialist is not recommended.
The cost of Bobotik drops on average is 200-250 rubles per package, the drug is economically consumed, it lasts for a long time.
The drug is stored at a temperature of up to 25 degrees in a dark place. The shelf life of the drug is two years. Do not leave Bobotik out of the reach of children. During the period of treatment with the drug, the child should not be given drinks with gases, including mineral water. Before conducting various studies, you should check with your gastroenterologist if you need to take "Bobotik". In some cases, the drug may distort the results of the study.
You can not combine with anticoagulants. The absorption of blood-thinning drugs while being taken with the emulsion is disturbed.
This is confirmed by the instructions for use for "Bobotik" for children.
Analogs
The pharmaceutical market is ready to offer various drugs, the action of which is aimed at eliminating the symptoms of bloating, colic and increased gas formation. Their action, properties and effects on the children's body, as a rule, are similar to "Bobotik". The most similar drugs are Simikol, Disflatil and Espumisan. The latter can be given to the child from the first day of life, which is an advantage over Bobotik. Also, the drug can be taken up to five times a day. "Simikol" and "Dysfatin" also have similar properties. They destroy large accumulations of gases and mucus, reducing colic soreness and preventing bloating.
The article does not provide detailed instructions for use with Bobotika analogues. We will consider reviews below.
As for the cost, similar drugs are more expensive and will cost about 350-400 rubles per package. For preventive purposes, you can not use any of the above drugs. And the appointment of a medicine for bloating should be entrusted to the attending physician.
Reviews
Gastroenterologists and pediatricians often prescribe Bobotik drops for children who suffer from colic in the intestines and flatulence in infancy. Parents in many reviews especially note the speed of the drug based on simethicone. Many do not notice the difference between Espumisan, one of the first to appear on the market, and Bobotik. In this case, the price of drugs is significantly different.
Since the substances in Bobotik are chemically inert, the drug rarely causes side effects, including allergic reactions. However, in some reviews there is still information about skin rashes with the use of “Bobotik”. In such cases, we are talking about an individual reaction to the components of the drug. In this situation, the pediatrician selects another drug based on another active component.
Even the instructions for use in drops of "Bobotik" confirms that side effects are extremely rare, and in general, the drug deservedly receives consistently positive reviews. The economical consumption of the drug and its adequate cost are also highlighted in the reviews as an advantage. This is due to the fact that colic can torment a child for several months, and the purchase of expensive medications for flatulence can be a serious blow to the family budget.
Bobotik will be an excellent assistant for young parents whose child suffers from intestinal colic and increased gas formation.