Each mother is waiting for the moment when her baby will have the first milk teeth. And this is not at all surprising, because teething is a very important process in the development of crumbs. That's just accompanied by not very pleasant symptoms in the form of pain and itching in the gums, because of which the baby is very suffering. Fortunately, modern pharmacology does not stand still and special gels have been invented for a long time, which greatly facilitate the condition of the child. One of these drugs is Kalgel, although there are many of its analogues.
Gel "Kalgel". Analogs of a popular tool
As mentioned above, "Kalgel" is intended to facilitate the process of teething, namely, to relieve pain. It can be used from the age of five months.
The gel is intended for local use. A small amount of the drug should be applied to a clean finger of the hand, and then with light movements begin to rub into the gums of the child. In this case, you can use it a maximum of 6 times a day.
The drug may also have side effects, which manifest as itching, hives, allergic reactions, difficulty swallowing, and vomiting. This usually happens as a result of an overdose. If any reactions occur, immediately discontinue the use of the gel and consult a doctor to prescribe symptomatic treatment.
The average cost of the drug is in the range of 286 rubles per tube (10 g).
To eliminate pain during teething, you can use not only Calgel, analogues of the remedy also exist, and in sufficient quantities. Among the most famous and effective drugs, the following can be distinguished: "Dentinox", "Kamistad", "Dentol-baby" and others. They have a similar type of action to Denthol, but there are still some differences. For a more detailed acquaintance with the drugs, it is worth briefly considering each of them separately.
Dentinox (gel). Price, instructions for use
The first analogue of Calgel, which we will consider, is Dentinox. Dentinox gel is used during teething to reduce soreness of the process. In addition, it has an anti-inflammatory effect, and also reduces the likelihood of irritation of the gums and mucous membranes of the mouth.
The gel should be applied with a finger directly to the gums. Use of the drug for children under 1 year of age is allowed only after consulting a pediatrician.
Use the gel "Dentinox" can be no more than 2-3 times a day before bedtime or after meals. If the recommended doses are exceeded, breathing difficulties may occur.
The price of the drug is in the range of 293 rubles.
"Kamistad" (gel). Price, instructions for use
The analogue of “Kalgel” - “Kamistad” differs from other similar preparations in that it can be used not only during teething, but also for inflammation of the gums or mucous membranes of the mouth, irritation of the mucous membrane with braces or dentures, orthodontic procedures.
“Kamistad” can be used starting from the age of 3 months, not more than 3 times a day.
Contraindications and side effects do not differ from those that occur in other drugs with a similar type of action. It can be allergic reactions, itching, shortness of breath, vomiting.
This analogue of "Kalgel" is cheaper than the main drug. Its cost is within 200 rubles per tube (10 g).
"Denthol-baby": price, instructions for use
The next analogue of Kalgel, which we will consider, is Denthol Baby. Use this drug can both children and adults. It is designed to eliminate pain during teething, eliminate toothache in children and adults. Also, the gel "Dentol-baby" is used for injuries or inflammations of the mucous membrane of the mouth or gums, as well as during dental procedures such as prosthetics, etc.
You can use the drug, starting from the 4-month-old age of the child, no more than 3-4 times a day.
Side effects of the drug are possible only in case of an overdose, as its components are not toxic and not allergenic. If redness, itching, swelling, or heartburn occurs, you should immediately stop using the drug.
Denthol Baby is notable for its rather high price - 515 rubles per tube.
Calgel? Analogs? What's better? Let's figure it out
Since all drugs have a similar type of action, it is difficult to judge which is better, Kalgel or its analogues. The only analogue of Kalgel described above that can be distinguished is Denthol Baby. Due to its completely safe composition and the absence of obvious side effects, it is very popular.
Those who take into account not only the quality but also the price category of the goods during the selection are unlikely to buy Kalgel. After all, analogs can be picked up at times cheaper.
In any case, during the selection, it is necessary first of all to monitor the possible reaction of the child to the drug. Only on this basis, it will be possible to determine what is best for a particular baby. Therefore, there are no and cannot be any specific recommendations.