In recent years, more and more parents are faced with such a problem as an increase in acetone in the urine and blood of the child, which negatively affect the health of the baby. High fever, vomiting, abdominal pain and other symptoms of the presence of ketone bodies are one of the most dangerous conditions that can quickly develop and threaten the life of the child. Such disorders in the body cannot be ignored, and the Betargin medicine will come to the rescue. What is this drug good for? What are the benefits of Betargin for children? The instructions for this drug, which will be discussed below, will help answer all questions.
Warning
Whatever the indications for the use of the drug and no matter how well the patients respond to the drug, only the doctor can prescribe the medication. Even if these are dietary supplements, which include a powder form of release and the drug "Betargin" in ampoules. The instruction (for children this is very important) says that you can not exceed the daily dose and use the medicine instead of good nutrition. Self-medication can be dangerous and lead to serious violations.
Pharmacological properties
What is the drug Betargin so good for with acetone syndrome for children? The instruction in the “characteristics” section says that this drug is a source of betaine and arginine amino acids that restore the hepatobiliary system. The main components play an important role in the following important processes of the body:
- protein biosynthesis;
- urea metabolism
- microcirculation of the liver;
- phospholipid biosynthesis;
- hepatocyte regeneration;
- fat oxidation and utilization;
- digestion.
Contributes to the improvement of the following processes:
- the isolation of protein breakdown products;
- enhances liver detoxification function;
- improves vascular tone;
- removes residual toxic nitrogen;
- reduces homocysteine;
- reduces thrombosis.
In addition, the active components have an antioxidant, antifibrotic, anti-inflammatory effect. And these properties significantly expand the scope.
Indications for taking the drug
When can a doctor prescribe Betargin for children? The instruction for the drug says that the action of the active components will help to cope with the acetone syndrome in a child, which is manifested by the following symptoms:
- signs of general intoxication;
- thirst, dry mouth and other symptoms of dehydration;
- sharp decrease and lack of appetite;
- dyspeptic manifestations;
- detection of acetone in the blood and urine in laboratory tests and special tests for home use;
- smell of acetone from the mouth and from sweat;
- causeless increase in body temperature;
- irritation;
- drowsiness and lethargy.
It is worth noting that the more neglected the condition, the brighter the symptoms. The disease can also manifest one of the above conditions. In any case, the diagnosis is confirmed only after analysis.
Quite often, the drug is used to treat functional disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. In diseases such as hepatitis, cirrhosis, toxic poisoning with alcohol and medicines, impaired protein metabolism and cardiovascular pathology, the drug “Betargin” can also be prescribed. Instructions for use for children and adults depend on the condition; the dosage is usually determined by the attending physician.
Recommended doses
At what dosage is Betargin prescribed for children? The instructions developed by pharmacists contain information about the following dosage regimen:
- daily 2 ampoules or sachets;
- before use, the solution and contents of the bag are diluted with water (1/2 cup) and give the child a fraction of a teaspoon every 15 minutes.
This technique eliminates the gag reflex, which can occur if you drink immediately a large volume of liquid. If necessary, the concentration of the solution can be increased.
Contraindications
To whom is the powder form of release and the drug "Betargin" in ampoules contraindicated? Instructions for use (for children and adults) warns: if intolerance to one of the components was previously observed, the drug is not prescribed. Also, sachets should not be taken when an allergic reaction occurs. If a rash or other signs of intolerance appear, the therapy is canceled and the doctor prescribes symptomatic treatment. The drug "Betargin" is not prescribed for pregnant and breastfeeding. This remedy has no other contraindications.