Despite the fact that medicine is developing more rapidly, the immune system is still not fully understood. One thing is certain: with various viruses, infections, inflammations, it plays a major role. In a child, immunity is formed even during gestation, when it is in the womb.
Throughout life, the body's defense works quite actively, gradually fading towards old age. Everyone should take care of the state of immunity. And for the normal functioning of the child’s protective system, parents are responsible. In some cases, immunomodulatory drugs for children are used to maintain the stable functioning of the system. At the same time, experts warn that too frequent use of these drugs can lead to serious violations. However, in many cases, their purpose is justified and appropriate.
Indications for the appointment of antiviral and immunomodulating drugs
Medications are recommended in cases where previously used medications have been ineffective. The indications include frequent illnesses in a child (more than 6 times a year), the occurrence of the same pathology is constant. Drugs are recommended for diagnosed immune deficiency.
Most popular drugs
All immunomodulatory drugs are classified depending on the composition and mechanism of action. Means "Viferon" is allowed for use in newborns, including premature babies.
A medication is produced in the form of rectal suppositories. This form provides high efficiency and speed of action. One of the popular remedies is the Immunal medication. As the main active ingredient, it contains echinacea. This plant is known for its healing properties. For children, the Immunal medicine is prescribed strictly according to indications. The duration of use and the dosage regimen is set by the doctor. Cycloferon is prescribed as a prophylaxis for outbreaks of influenza and other respiratory pathologies. This medication is recommended after contact with the sick. The drug can be used for children from four years. Recently, Anaferon has been widely used. This drug can be prescribed to patients from 1 month of life. Scheme of application and duration is established by a specialist.
additional information
It should be said that immunomodulatory drugs belong to the category of serious medications.
Uncontrolled use of them leads to negative consequences. Experts are ambiguous about these medicines. Some argue that immunomodulatory drugs bring only harm to the body, inhibiting the activity of natural defenses. Other doctors, by contrast, are confident in the high effectiveness of the drugs, the positive impact on the health of patients and the entire therapeutic process. In any case, before using this or that medicine, you should consult a doctor and familiarize yourself with the annotation.