Among babies and adults, the most common ailment is rhinitis. The inflammatory process that occurs in the nasal cavity, usually signals the development of another, more serious disease. As a symptomatic treatment, many experts recommend using Vibrocil. Children are prescribed it in the complex treatment of respiratory ailments. Let us consider in more detail in what forms the product, indications and instructions for use are produced.
Description of the drug
The appearance of tickling sensations and dryness in the nose indicates the initial stage of rhinitis. Symptoms increase within a few days. The immune system begins to respond to pathogens that enter the body, activating the nasal mucosa. A large amount of viscous mucus is released, the nature of which changes after a few days. It becomes very difficult to breathe normally through the nose. In this case, children feel special discomfort.
“Vibrocil” will help to cope with the symptoms of the acute phase of rhinitis. Drops for children have a combined composition and effectively eliminate the symptoms of a runny nose. The drug is produced by the Swiss pharmaceutical company Novartis Consumer Health. Everyone will be able to choose the most convenient form of medication for treatment, because the product comes in the form of a spray, drops and gel for nasal use.
The drug "Vibrocil" for children, the price of which is from 230 to 320 rubles (depending on the form of release), can be purchased at any pharmacy without a prescription.
Release form
Among adults, the drug in the form of a spray was very popular. Such a product is available in 10 ml plastic spray bottles. The solution has a light aroma of lavender. Vials along with instructions are placed in cardboard packaging.
For children up to a year, Vibrocil in the form of drops is one of the best remedies for a runny nose and nasal congestion. The clear solution is placed in a small dark-colored glass bottle. It has a slightly yellowish tint and a mild odor. Using the pipette lid, it is easy to measure the required number of drops. One bottle contains 15 ml of liquid medicine.
The nasal gel has the appearance of a uniform, almost colorless mass with the smell of lavender. The gel is packaged in small tubes of aluminum of 12 g.
Structure
The combined treatment for rhinitis (in any form of release) consists of two active components, each of which performs its task and eliminates the symptoms of the inflammatory process. In this case, the substances interact perfectly with each other and enhance the therapeutic effectiveness of each other. One component is phenylephrine. This is a vasoconstrictor substance that belongs to the category of sympathomimetics. A vasoconstrictor effect is observed only at the local level.
Dimetinden is the second active ingredient in the treatment of the common cold in adults and children (Vibrocil). It is a histamine H1 receptor blocker with anti-allergic properties.
Regardless of the form of release, the concentration of active substances is the same. 1 ml of the drug contains 2.5 mg of vasoconstrictor phenylephrine and 0.25 mg of dimethindene.
As auxiliary components, a solution of benzalkonium chloride (50%), sorbitol, citric acid monohydrate, lavender oil, hypromellose, sodium hydrogen phosphate, and water are used.
Mechanism of action
Drops for children "Vibrocil" due to the presence of phenylephrine have a powerful vasoconstrictor effect. The drug has an effective effect on the mucous membrane, eliminating swelling and restoring normal breathing through the nose. Also, swelling of the mucous surface of the sinuses and ducts is significantly reduced. The tool allows you to reduce the amount of purulent-serous secretion.
The action of the nasal agent lasts for 4-8 hours. You should know that phenylephrine is a direct alpha antagonist, which means that it can cause an increase in blood pressure.
Dimethindene activity is less pronounced. This low-toxic antihistamine substance has a synthetic nature of origin, but it is completely safe even for the smallest children. The component helps to eliminate the unpleasant symptoms of allergic rhinitis: burning and itching in the nasal cavity, frequent sneezing. The component copes with its task at any stage of the disease.
Indications for appointment
The use of Vibrocil for children will be relevant in the following cases:
- with vasomotor rhinitis;
- with chronic and acute sinusitis;
- with polysinusitis;
- with ethmoiditis;
- with rhinitis of allergic etiology;
- with sinusitis;
- with rhinitis on the background of a cold ailment;
- with frontal.
As an auxiliary drug, “Vibrocil” is used in the treatment of inflammatory processes in the tissues of the auditory tube, tympanic cavity.
Pediatric Use
"Vibrocil" (nasal drops) for children is used if necessary to stop the symptoms of the inflammatory process in the nasal cavity. The drug in such cases is very effective and is able to eliminate rhinitis of both infectious and allergic origin. Prescribe a combined drug for the common cold in children with acute respiratory infections, otitis media, sinusitis, seasonal rhinitis.
Mode of application
Before using the drug with a vasoconstrictor effect, it is necessary to first clear the nasal passages from purulent-serous secretions. This can be done by washing with a solution based on sea or ordinary salt.
The instruction allows the use of "Vibrocil" for children up to a year in the form of drops. This form of medication is quite convenient to use and completely safe (babies are not allowed to prescribe sprays). The frequency of application of the drops will completely depend on the severity of the condition and age of the baby. At the same time, it should be remembered that doctors recommend resorting to the help of vasoconstrictors only in the most extreme cases.
Drops dosage
Children "Vibrocil" is recommended to instill 1 drop in each nasal passage. It is necessary to carry out manipulation when the child is in a calm state. The baby should be laid on his back. Turning your head slightly to the right, you need to drip the product into the left nostril and clamp it for a few seconds. The procedure is repeated for the right nostril. It is possible to bury a baby’s nose with “Vibrocil” no more than four times a day.
For children from 1 to 3 years, the dosage is increased to 2 drops per nostril. From the age of six, you can instill 3-4 drops of a vasoconstrictor in your baby’s nose. It is necessary to observe the interval between procedures and use the drug no more than every 6 hours.
How to use a spray?
In the form of a spray "Vibrocil" children are prescribed only from six years old. This form of the drug has its advantages, and above all, it concerns the uniform distribution of the active components and the solution itself throughout the nasal cavity. Unlike drops, the medicine does not flow down the back of the throat.
In this form, two injections of a vasoconstrictor drug are indicated in each nasal passage. At the same time, the tip of the bottle should be inserted into the nostril as deep as possible and kept in an upright position. Manipulation is repeated up to four times a day.
Gel "Vibrocil": application features
In the form of a gel, the cure for the common cold "Vibrocil" can be prescribed for children from six years old. It helps to eliminate severe dryness in the nose and restores the possibility of normal nasal breathing.
A small amount of the drug applied to the little finger, process the mucous membrane of each nostril. The procedure is repeated every 6 hours for 5-7 days. Longer use of the drug can cause the development of drug rhinitis, thinning of the walls of blood vessels in the nasal cavity, tachyphylaxis.
Contraindications, side effects
It is forbidden to instill Vibrocil in a child’s nose in case of atrophic rhinitis, hypersensitivity to phenylephrine, dimetinden or excipients. Do not prescribe medication to patients who have a history of angle-closure glaucoma. Monoamine oxidase inhibitors, beta-blockers and tricyclic antidepressants do not interact well with the active components of vasoconstrictor drops, so their simultaneous use should be avoided.
With caution, “Vibrocil” is prescribed for patients with arrhythmia, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, epilepsy, hyperthyroidism, prostate adenoma, increased intraocular pressure.
The medication for the treatment of the common cold, according to reviews, is well tolerated by all patients. Complaints about the occurrence of burning and itching in the nasal cavity after using Vibrocil are extremely rare. With an overdose of active substances, the development of symptoms such as dizziness, pallor of the skin, increased blood pressure, increased heart rate is possible.
How to replace?
Analogs of “Vibrocil” for children should be selected only by a specialist who takes into account the baby’s age, the severity of symptoms, and contraindications. Substitutes containing the same combination of active substances do not exist.
The following drugs produce a similar therapeutic effect:
- "Rinofluimucil."
- "Nazik."
- "Xylene."
- Otrivin.
- Adrianol.
- Derinat.
- "Nazol Baby."
For the smallest patients, you should choose a cold medicine in the form of drops.
Reviews
"Vibrocil" has established itself as a fairly effective drug that helps to quickly eliminate nasal congestion in colds and allergies. A significant advantage is that in the form of drops, the product is suitable for the treatment of infants. Drops act very gently, do not irritate the delicate mucous membrane of the nose and safely relieve unpleasant symptoms, allowing the child to breathe freely through the nose.