There are a number of medicines that are designed to treat allergy symptoms. One of them is the drug "Fenistil" (drops for children). The instruction refers it to the group of non-selective histamine blockers. The tool is considered a highly effective antipruritic and anti-allergic drug for external and oral use. It should be clarified that the drug "Fenistil" treats only the symptoms, but does not eliminate the cause of the disease.
The drug "Fenistil" (drops): instructions
For children, the use of the drug is allowed starting from the 1st month of life. A simplified scheme for the dosage of drops is provided. It directly depends on the age of the baby:
- From the first month to a year should be taken from 3 to 10 drops at a time. In this case, the maximum dose (daily) should not exceed 30 drops.
- Babies aged 1 to 3 years are prescribed 10-15 drops per admission. The maximum dosage per day is 45 drops.
- A child from 3 to 12 years old can take 15-20 drops at a time. Maximum per day - 60 drops.
This scheme is applicable to children who meet generally accepted development criteria (normal height, weight). In the event that the child is weakened or born prematurely, the medicine should be dosed more accurately, based on body weight. This is easy to do. In the preparation "Fenistil" (drops for children), the instruction assumes the following formula: 1 kg of weight corresponds to 0.1 mg of the drug. That is, you should first calculate the daily dose for admission. For example, a baby weighing 10 kg should receive 1 mg. We translate the resulting number into drops: 1 mg = 20 drops. This amount should be divided into several (usually 3-4) receptions. Since drowsiness is noted among the side effects, the drug “Fenistil” (drops for children) instructs the user to take it as follows: in the morning, in the afternoon, give a lower dosage (5 drops), and in the evening - increase the amount (give 10 drops). This will protect your child from excessive drowsiness. After you have calculated the daily dose of the drug, be sure to compare it with the maximum allowable norm for the age of your baby. If it exceeds the specified, then give drops only in the allowed amount: the calculated dose must be reduced to the maximum permissible norm. Means "Fenistil" (drops for children), the instruction allows you to give both in pure form or in dissolved form. You can mix the substance with juice, milk or water. The drug has a pleasant taste and does not cause disgust in babies. Remember that drops must not be heated!
Adverse reaction of the drug "Fenistil" (drops)
The tool affects the receptors of the nervous system, so one of the side effects is severe drowsiness. In rare cases, in children, the drug can provoke respiratory arrest, cramps, and a strong heartbeat. This should be considered when using the drug "Fenistil" in newborns.
The cost of the drug "Fenistil" (drops for children)
The price of the drug today is in the range from 280 to 350 rubles per bottle. You can find out more information at the pharmacy nearest your home.