Viral or catarrhal diseases in children are often accompanied by such an unpleasant symptom as a cough. It must be treated, as it can lead to negative consequences. Currently, pharmacies have a huge range of mucolytic and expectorant drugs. Among them, the medicine βGedelixβ can be noted - a children's drug based on plant components.
It is recommended in the treatment of cough against a cold, chronic bronchitis and similar diseases. The drug is available in the form of drops or syrup. It has a secretolytic, mucolytic and antispasmodic effect. The drug "Gedelix", drops for children, the instruction recommends in complex therapy for the treatment of diseases accompanied by dry cough, with the formation of thick viscous sputum, with its difficult discharge.
Both forms of the drug are completely ready for use, they are not diluted with anything and taken regardless of food intake. The main active ingredient here is an extract made from ivy leaves. Thanks to it, the amount of secretion of the brochial glands increases, due to which the viscosity of sputum decreases. She clears her throat more easily, as a result of which the wet cough becomes smaller and the inflammatory processes gradually stop.
The drug "Gedelix" for children, the instruction recommends giving in the form of drops to children under 2 years of age. In addition, contraindications are hypersensitivity to the components and a tendency to pharyngospasm or lack of an enzyme such as arginine succinate synthetase. During pregnancy and lactation, it is undesirable to use the drug, since clinical data on its effect during these periods are insufficient. However, if the decision on therapy with this drug is agreed with the doctor, then it is quite possible.
When using the drug "Gedelix" for children, the instruction warns of the possibility of allergic reactions. Overdose can manifest dyspeptic disorders, diarrhea, severe nausea. This is due to the presence of saponins in the medicine. Therapy is symptomatic.
In most cases, treatment lasts until the cough stops and a couple of days after that. If within 5 days the cough persists and symptoms such as shortness of breath, hyperthermia, separation of bloody or purulent sputum appear, it is urgent to see a specialist.
For patients with a history of diabetes, the drug is approved for use, since it does not contain alcohol. The dosage should be prescribed by a doctor and depends on the age of the patient and the course of the disease.
Gedelix medicine for children, the instruction recommends in the form of syrup 3 times a day, 2.5 ml each, if they have not reached 4 years of age, and 4 times a day for the same amount - up to 10 years. Older children can take 5 ml of the drug.
This tool is quite popular in Russia, as in most cases it is tolerated very well and quickly gives a positive effect. It is affordable, therefore it is used by many consumers who note the effectiveness of the drug, even if there is a chronic cough, after a few days.
However, before using the "Gedelix" remedy for children, the instruction advises to make sure that the baby is not prone to laryngospasm. Taking the drug leads to the appearance of a large amount of sputum, and if there is such a feature of the body, then the appearance of an unpleasant, and sometimes even life-threatening situation is possible. It is also not recommended to use the drug after 8 pm and simultaneously with antitussive drugs.
Since the preparation contains extractive substances, a small precipitate may precipitate and the solution becomes cloudy over time. However, it remains usable.