One of the questions that almost all parents have is if their beloved child falls ill: "Is No-Shpa prescribed for children at temperature?" This is largely due to the fact that the drug is considered to be a life-giving elixir that helps against almost any sore. But remember: this is only an antispasmodic designed to block muscle cramps. Additionally, active ingredients reduce the tone of the internal muscles and dilate blood vessels. But "No-shpa" is not a remedy for fever, cough, flu or the common cold.
Effective when taken as directed
The medication is known for a strong positive effect. In many ways, this is why parents are convinced that No-shpa will be useful to children at temperature.
The drug is better than Papaverine and more effective than any analogue. Accustomed to treating them everything, from a runny nose to a difficult chronology, the older generation harms not only themselves, but also their children.
Positive aspects
It is no secret that the key positive feature of No-shpy is the absence of a harmful effect on the nervous system. Thanks to this, taking the drug is possible with various diseases, it is prescribed even to pregnant and lactating women.
By the way, the medication helps reduce the tone of the uterus, which reduces the risk of miscarriage. The specificity of the active active substance is such that the drug does not leak through the placenta and does not harm the fetus. But when the baby was born, parents out of habit try for any disease, both themselves and literally “stuff” “No-shpoi” to get rid of unpleasant manifestations of health disorders.
Breasts and medicines
Is “No-shpa” given to children at temperature when it comes to newborns? At this age, babies have weak immunity, which makes intestinal colic more likely, in which overall health worsens, and the column on the thermometer creeps steadily upward. Young mothers who want to finally get enough sleep often do not even think about whether it is possible to give No-shpa and in what dose, therefore they simply measure the medicine “by eye”.
According to doctors, in some cases, the drug can really be used, but in a strictly limited amount.
Be careful!
Babies have a very weak system of the stomach and intestines, since the microflora has not yet formed, and the fermentation system is imperfect. Absorption, digestion of food occurs with difficulty and is fully formed during adulthood. For this reason, infants are tormented by gas and fermentation, pain and temperature. The kid worries, spits up, suffers from belching.
In case of colic "No-spa" for children at a temperature can only be prescribed by a doctor. Usually pediatricians try to do with gentle means:
- massages;
- infusions;
- decoctions;
- teas
- gas pipes.
Only when all of the above methods are useless does the time come for medication. "No-shpa", like some other means, is able to dissolve intestinal gases, which is why it is prescribed for babies. But the medication depresses the heart and is recommended as a last resort, when no more suitable medicines were at hand.
In infancy, "No-spa" at a high temperature in a child, provoked by stomach pains, is permissible per day in the amount of one eighth of a tablet or a quarter.
Pale fever
It is permissible to use the medication under the supervision of a doctor in case of rare, exotic diseases. For example, to bring down the temperature of a baby, No-shpa can be used if the diagnosis is “pale fever”. This is a specific disease in which:
- the skin turns pale;
- temperature rises;
- limbs are cold;
- there is a sharp chill.
Since the cause of the disease is vasospasm, therapy that combines the following is most effective:
- antipyretic;
- antispasmodic drugs.
Assign from a fifth to half a tablet in combination with Analgin and Paracetamol. The specific dosage is selected based on the age, weight of the baby. No-shpa dilates blood vessels, thereby lowering the temperature.
Cough and fever
More and more often in recent years, doctors have noted in small patients:
- laryngospasms;
- bronchial spasms.
In this case, No-Shpa is not recommended for children at a temperature (dosage is selected depending on age and weight). The drug does not affect the muscles of the respiratory system, so there will be no direct benefit from taking it. Symptom relief is possible due to the side effect of the drug, but the positive effect is offset by the load on the heart, liver and kidneys.
Constipation and fever
In case of problems with the gastrointestinal tract from the age of 6 years and older, No-Shpa is prescribed for children at a temperature. Dosage per day - from one fifth of the tablet to half. The specific volume should be chosen by the doctor, based on the general indicators of the body, weight and age of the patient.
The drug eliminates spasms in the intestines, so that the symptoms of constipation go away. In this case, the medication does not affect the cause of the problem.
And what does the instruction say?
If it is not possible to urgently visit a doctor, parents must decide whether to use the medication based on the recommendations specified in the instructions for the tool.
The manufacturer advises using the medicine for:
- muscle spasms;
- constipation
- colitis;
- tenesmach;
- proctitis;
- an ulcer;
- gastroduodenitis;
- pylorospasm;
- threatened miscarriage;
- arterial spasms.
Medication is necessary in preparation for certain types of studies. No-spa is recommended if cholecystography is planned.
General information about the drug
Efficiency is determined by the active ingredient on which the drug is based. The main component of No-shpa is drotaverin.
On sale, the drug is presented in the form:
- capsules;
- solutions;
- pills.
It is unacceptable to use the drug if a person is characterized by hypersensitivity to any substance from those present in the composition of the drug. In addition, contraindications are:
- kidney failure, liver;
- hypotension;
- cardiogenic shock.
How much can I drink?
Dosage "No-shpy" for children under six years:
- single dose - 10-20 mg;
- per day no more than 120 mg.
At the age of 6 to 12, at one time you can drink up to 20 mg of the drug, and take no more than 200 mg per day.
As a rule, they drink No-shpu once a day, a maximum of two.
If Paracetamol and No-shpa were prescribed for the temperature of the child, then the primary effect after taking the drugs will have to be expected in just a couple of minutes. But the maximum effect is achieved after half an hour.
Similar actions
Of the negative effects when taking medications are possible:
- dizziness;
- heat;
- sweating
- lowering blood pressure;
- allergy;
- cardiopalmus.
When taking a very large dose of the drug, atrial-ventricular conduction decreases sharply, and cardiac arrest is also possible. Probable respiratory paralysis.
How to use?
When "No-spa" and "Analgin" are prescribed for the temperature of the child, the doctor must give recommendations on taking the drugs.
Remember, if "No-spa" is prescribed intravenously, intramuscularly, after administration of the drug, it is necessary to lie down for some time. This is due to increased pressure and weakness accompanying the medication.
It should also be borne in mind that “No-shpa” does not lower the fever, and to lower the temperature (except provoked by spasms), it must be combined with antipyretic medicines.
To cure a child, at elevated temperatures, it is recommended to additionally take:
If combined "Analgin", "No-spa" are taken from the temperature, the dosage for children per day is from 40 to 160 mg. This volume is distributed in 2-4 doses. Without the supervision of a pediatrician, the drug is used for no longer than two days. If pain, cramping, temperature do not go away, you must immediately make an appointment with a doctor. If No-Shpa is an adjuvant, the treatment is extended to four days.
What can be combined with?
In some cases, the following combination is prescribed: "Analgin", "Suprastin", "No-spa". Such a complex of drugs helps to get rid of a child’s temperature not only effectively, but without negative effects. “Suprastin” eliminates possible allergic manifestations, “No-spa” removes cramping, pain, and “Analgin” reduces the temperature. Together, drugs affect blood vessels, expanding them, thereby activating the functioning of the circulatory system. But such a complex can only be prescribed by a doctor, after analyzing the patient’s condition and assessing the possible risks. All medicines separately are toxic enough for the liver and kidneys, and also strongly affect the heart, so their joint use may be too much stress for the child's body.
Another common combination of drugs: Analgin, Paracetamol, No-shpa. This option effectively helps children with temperature due to Paracetamol. Additionally, “Analgin” eliminates pain, and “No-spa” relieves spasms.
When is a doctor prescribed?
Usually, "No-shpu" is prescribed if the baby suffers from:
- flatulence;
- headaches;
- cystitis;
- colitis.
The drug is prescribed by a doctor, so you can not use it yourself. The doctor monitors the condition of the child, both before taking the medication, and after it. With complications, it is highly likely that the baby will have to go to hospital, so treatment without medical supervision is impossible.
When do you need to lower the temperature?
If the child has a fever, do not rush for medication. In the heat of up to 38 degrees, nothing needs to be treated. The exception is up to three months of age and febrile seizures. If we are talking about a cold, then allow the body to cope with the disease on its own.
But if the temperature has risen to 38-39 degrees, it's time to help with pharmacy drugs.
Name | Signs | Medicines |
Pink fever | Lack of chills, warm legs, skin becomes pinkish | "Paracetamol" |
Pale fever | The skin turns pale, acquires a marbled hue, legs are chilled, cold to the touch. “Goose skin” appears, the child feels chills | Paracetamol and No-Shpa |
In case of heat above 39, it is recommended to combine No-Shpa with Paracetamol and Analgin. Additionally, Ibuklin is prescribed. “No-shpu” can be replaced with “Papaverine”.
be careful
Of the common childhood illnesses associated with high fever, pale fever is considered the most dangerous. No-shpa helps a lot with its treatment, but it is important not to start the process. To avoid this, call a doctor at the first sign of illness. He will prescribe the optimal therapy, select the appropriate dose and recommend which drugs to combine drotaverin based on the individual characteristics of the patient's body.