"Sinupret" is a drug that belongs to the group of expectorants. High efficiency, several dosage forms and a small number of contraindications made the medicine in demand in medicine. You can buy it at a pharmacy without a prescription, but before use, you need to carefully study the information contained in the instructions: indications and contraindications, dosage, dosage regimen of the drug "Sinupret" and method of use.
Composition and packaging
Medicines are available in the form of tablets, drops and syrup (for children).
One of the dosage forms of the drug are drops for oral administration. The medicine is a clear yellow or light brown liquid. Drops have a pleasant smell, even children take them without any problems.
The packaging contains 100 ml vials made of dark glass and equipped with a metering device.
The hydroalcoholic extract contains a mixture of the following plants:
- primrose flowers;
- gentian root;
- elderberry flowers;
- sorrel;
- verbena.
As additional components are present:
- purified water in a small amount;
- ethanol.
The second dosage form of “Sinupret” is an extract in the form of dragees. Rounded, slightly flattened tablets of green color, coated, are packaged in cell contour packs of 25 pieces. Container - a cardboard pack.
The active composition is represented by a mixture of powders of several plants:
- primrose flowers;
- gentian root;
- sorrel;
- verbena;
- elderberry flowers.
Auxiliary components of the composition:
- colloidal silicon dioxide;
- potato starch;
- lactose monohydrate;
- purified water;
- stearic acid;
- sorbitol;
- gelatin.
Syrup is a dosage form adapted for children. 100 ml of syrup contains 10 ml of an aqueous-alcoholic extract of medicinal herbs, as well as:
- liquid maltitol;
- ethyl alcohol 8%;
- purified water;
- cherry flavor.
Facacology
Sinupret is a medicine based on natural plant components. The therapeutic effect is achieved thanks to biologically active elements that are present in the composition.
If the correct method of using “Sinupret” is observed, when a drug enters the body, the following effects are achieved:
- anti-inflammatory;
- secretory motor;
- secretolytic.
Thanks to the mild effect, the body's natural defenses increase, and swelling of the nasal mucosa is eliminated. Outflow of exudate occurs from the upper respiratory tract and sinuses.
In what cases is a medicine prescribed
According to the instructions for use, "Sinupret" (tablets, drops and syrup) is prescribed for such diagnoses:
- sinusitis (in acute and chronic form);
- tracheobronchitis;
- respiratory diseases of an infectious nature (as part of complex therapy).
Dosage and route of administration
The dosage should be prescribed by the attending physician taking into account the patient's age and clinical presentation. Below are the standard for the drug "Sinupret" method of administration and dose. This information should be used for informational purposes only.
Adult patients and adolescents over 16 years old should take 2 tablets or 50 drops (or 7 ml of syrup) 3 times a day. Thus, the daily dose can reach 150 drops, 21 ml or 6 tablets.
Children who have reached the age of 6-16 years are often prescribed a single dose in the amount of 1 tablet (equivalent to 25 drops or 3.5 ml of syrup). Take this volume of medication 3 times a day.
For children 2-6 years old, a single dose should not exceed 15 drops or 2.1 ml of syrup. The frequency of admission is 3 times a day.
If you adhere to this method of use, "Sinupret" in tablets and drops should be taken 7-14 days. During this period, the symptoms of the disease stop. If after a 2-week course the clinical picture persists, you need to consult a doctor for treatment correction.
Drops for oral administration before administration are diluted with a small amount of water, and then they are drunk. The use of the drug does not depend on the time of eating.
The method of using the Sinupret tablets is also indicated in the instructions. The tablets are swallowed whole, while drinking plenty of fluids. Dragees are not recommended to chew or grind to add to drinks or food.
Side effects
Most patients who take this medication in drops or dragees do not experience side effects. Meanwhile, when prescribing a medicine, the doctor should warn of possible negative manifestations. Among them:
- pain in the abdomen;
- bouts of nausea;
- with intolerance to one of the components of the composition, an allergic reaction can develop (redness, rash, itching, shortness of breath, and in severe cases, angioedema).
If such manifestations have been noticed, the medicine should not be taken. In this case, you need to see a doctor to replace the medicine.
List of contraindications
There are a number of contraindications:
- individual hypersensitivity to lactose (for dragees);
- children's age 0-2 years (for taking dragees);
- individual intolerance to some components of the composition;
- alcoholism (for drops).
In addition, drops should not be prescribed to people who have been treated for chronic alcoholism.
Carefully
In addition to complete contraindications, there are partial contraindications. This means that if there is an urgent need, the doctor can prescribe dragees or drops of Inupret. The method of administration and dose in each of these cases can be adjusted.
So, increased control is required for patients with:
- severe liver disease;
- brain pathologies;
- consequences of injuries resulting in brain damage;
- epilepsy.
Pregnancy and lactation
During pregnancy, the drug should be taken with caution and only under the supervision of a doctor. Most often, women are prescribed dragees during this period. Drops are prescribed only if the tablets for one reason or another are not suitable. As for the method of applying Sinupret during this period, the dosage may remain standard.
During breastfeeding, the drug should be abandoned, since in medicine there is no data on the effect of active components on the baby's body.
Overdose
An overdose of the drug is rare. This is explained by the convenience of dosing and the natural origin of the active components. If the patient for a long time violates the recommended regimen and method of use, Sinupret (drops or dragees - it doesn’t matter) can provoke the same symptoms that are observed with intolerance to the drug (side effects). To stabilize the condition, the drug is canceled and symptomatic therapy is carried out.
special instructions
Manufacturers note some features in the application.
- The oral solution contains 16.0-19.0% ethanol.
- Before each drop, the vial should be shaken vigorously.
- With prolonged standing in the solution, a slight precipitate or turbidity may appear. After shaking, they disappear.
- When using drops, you need to keep the bottle in an upright position.
- 1 tablet contains 0.03 XU of digestible carbohydrates. This information is important for patients with diabetes.
Influence on driving
The drug has no effect on the reaction rate of the driver and its psychomotor function. For this reason, you can safely get behind the wheel and control complex mechanisms. There are no restrictions for practicing potentially dangerous sports.
Interaction with other drugs
The active components of the composition enhance the therapeutic effect of antibacterial agents. That is why doctors often recommend the following method of application: "Sinupret" is taken in combination with an antibiotic. In this case, sputum discharge is accompanied by the elimination of pathological microorganisms and the relief is faster.
Terms and conditions of storage
Sinupret should be stored in a dark place. The temperature should not be above +25 degrees. In such conditions, the drug is stored for 3 years. An open bottle with drops is stored for no more than 6 months. After this time, taking the medicine is contraindicated. Otherwise, a negative effect on the body is possible.
Analogues of the drug
Today, Sinupret has an original composition and does not have generics (drugs with the same active substance). In this case, there are many drugs with a similar principle of action.
Sinuforte. The composition is based on natural ingredients and gives a high therapeutic effect in various forms of sinusitis.
Fluditec. True, the scope of "Fluditec" is much wider. It is prescribed for laryngitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, bronchial asthma, sinusitis, otitis media.
"Helomitrol." A herbal medicine can have an antimicrobial, expectorant effect. Due to these properties, it is prescribed for all forms of sinusitis and bronchitis.
“Snoop”. The action of this drug is to relieve swelling of the mucous membrane, narrowing of blood vessels and facilitating breathing. Effective for sinusitis.