In the article, we will consider children's instructions for use for the Diazolin preparation.
Allergic reactions in babies occur much more often than in adults. This can be explained by immature immunity, which is not yet able to fully prevent all kinds of external stimuli. For the same reason, the inflammatory and allergic process in the body of a child develops much faster. To help kids get rid of allergies and their symptoms, there are antihistamines specially designed for this, which take into account the peculiarity of the child's body. One of them is the children's "Diazolin".
The effect of the drug on the body of children
The drug produces an anti-allergic, decongestant, antipruritic and mild analgesic effect. This drug, when it enters the body, blocks absolutely all allergen-sensitive receptors, which leads to a decrease in the effects of histamine. In addition, the drug "Diazolin" prevents the occurrence of edema, lowering blood pressure and preventing the occurrence of spasms. This medication has a mild, soothing effect.
In the instructions for use with Diazolin for children, the pharmacological effect of this drug is described as follows: immediately after oral administration, the drug is very rapidly absorbed in the intestine.
How fast does the tool start to work?
It is noted that after fifteen minutes the therapeutic effect begins to be produced, which becomes maximum after two hours and lasts up to three days. The main active substance is mebhydrolin, which is processed in the liver and enhances the activity of kidney enzymes. The drug in question is excreted through the kidneys.
Indications for use of the drug for children
For children, the drug presented is prescribed for allergic reactions and various diseases. For example, this drug is prescribed for allergic rhinitis, inflammation of the conjunctiva, against the background of skin rashes and itching, with Quincke's edema, which is caused by allergies. The main indications for the use of "Diazolin" for children are:
- The presence of atopic (i.e., congenital) dermatitis. In this situation, the medication relieves itching with swelling of the tissues, dries the weeping rash. In such situations, doctors prescribe this drug for long courses.
- With bites of bees, various insects and wasps. Taking this medication in the form of a short course quite quickly reduces swelling and redness in the bite area.
- With food and drug allergies. The drug "Diazolin" very quickly removes urticaria with Quincke's edema, which occur, as you know, as a result of an allergic reaction.
- With hay fever (that is, against the background of hay fever) caused by allergic reactions to plant pollen. The use of the drug in sufficiently long courses makes it possible to eliminate allergic rhinitis along with conjunctivitis that occurs in children during the flowering period of some plants.
- With bronchial asthma. The drug in this case can be used in courses as part of complex therapy as prescribed by the doctor.
The list of indications in "Diazolin" for children is quite extensive.
Method of use and dosage of medication
The dosage of this medication is prescribed by the doctor, depending on the age of the baby and his general condition. The instructions for use allow the use of "Diazolin" for children, starting from two years. But due to its good tolerance and lack of toxicity, it is often prescribed for children who are younger than two years old. This medicine should be taken after meals. Suspension is allowed for the smallest before or after meals.
For infants, this drug is released in soluble granules. For suspensions, granules are poured with water, or juice or tea, but not more than 100 milliliters. The dosage of this medicine for children aged two to three years is 2.5 milliliters of suspension. The children's dose of "Diazolin" should be strictly observed. Starting from four to six, children are given 5 milliliters of suspension three times. The finished suspension can be stored for no more than five days in the refrigerator. Immediately before administration, the suspension is shaken and warmed to room temperature. For children older than "Diazolin" produced in tablet format, and its dosage is:
- at the age of five years, 25 milligrams twice;
- from five to twelve, 50 milligrams twice or 25 milligrams four times;
- from twelve to fifteen years, 100 milligrams are prescribed twice with a time interval of twelve hours.
The course of therapy, as a rule, is from five to seven days. The exact dosage is prescribed by the doctor. However, dosing according to a medical prescription should not exceed the established norm of the drug, which is indicated in the instructions.
Contraindications
The following pathologies include the main contraindications for the use of children's "Diazolin":
- The presence of peptic ulcer of the stomach and intestines, as well as the presence of inflammatory diseases of the digestive system in the acute stage. This is directly related to the fact that this medication, when ingested by the child, somewhat irritates the mucous membrane of the stomach and intestines, including.
- The development of intolerance to the individual ingredients that make up this medicine.
- The age of the child is up to two years.
- In the presence of angle-closure glaucoma.
- Against the background of prostatic hypertrophy.
When is Diazolin taken with caution?
This drug with great care and only as directed by a doctor is used for the following diseases:
- With pyloric stenosis (against the background of narrowing of the final section of the stomach).
- In the case of a tendency to seizures and epilepsy, since taking the Diazolin baby pills in this case can provoke seizures.
- In some heart diseases, as this drug may increase heart rhythm disturbance.
- Against the background of some diseases of the liver and kidneys.
As a rule, the use of this drug in all of the above cases is permissible only under the supervision of a doctor. Usually, the infant form of this medicine is prescribed for babies with the above diseases, but in a lower dosage. It should be borne in mind that "Diazolin" enhances the effect of sedative drugs, in this regard, it is necessary to warn the doctor about their intake.
Side effects
According to reviews, the children's "Diazolin", as a rule, is very well tolerated by children, and adverse reactions due to this occur very rarely. In some cases, such reactions are observed:
- The appearance of irritation of the mucous membrane, which manifests itself in the form of abdominal pain, in the form of nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite.
- The appearance of drowsiness, lethargy, lethargy of reactions, decreased concentration, dizziness, trembling limbs and the like.
- The occurrence of urination disorders.
- The appearance of allergic reactions, which are manifested mainly in the form of urticaria.
If such adverse reactions occur, you need to reduce the dosage of this medication or completely stop using this drug and consult a doctor.
Reviews
In the reviews, parents unanimously praise this medication and write that the children's form of “Diazolin” perfectly copes with various allergic manifestations in children. Mothers and fathers are particularly pleased that this medicine in children does not cause any adverse reactions during treatment, and the kids tolerate it quite easily.