Colds are common in children quite often. Their fragile immunity before meeting with viruses can not resist, so the child has a headache, fever, body aches and cough. Especially affected are children who attend preschool. But not all medicines are suitable for treating the smallest patients. In addition, in order to eliminate all the symptoms, you will need to drink many different potions, and combined medicines are prohibited in this case. In this regard, "Ibuklin" for children is noticeably distinguished. The instructions for use say that the drug is the only multicomponent drug that is allowed to be taken from a very young age. This is explained by low doses of active ingredients, which are selected in accordance with the needs of the baby.
The drug against influenza and SARS
By studying the instructions for the drug, you can see that it belongs to antipyretic, antispasmodic and painkillers. The drug is based on paracetamol and ibuprofen, known for their properties and popular in pediatrics. The medication is a pharmaceutical company located in India. In Russian pharmacies, you can freely purchase without a prescription. Already on the packaging for the consumer there is an inscription that the product is intended to treat and relieve symptoms of SARS and flu.
Choice of release form
For small patients, Ibuklin Junior is intended (for children). The instructions for use indicate that the drug is a soluble pink tablet that has a mint flavor. The adult version is different in appearance. The product comes in capsules that are orange in color.
For comparison, we present the composition of the adult version and the child:
- Ibuprofen. A children's tablet contains 100 mg, an adult capsule - 400 mg.
- Paracetamol. A children's tablet contains 125 mg, an adult - 325 mg.
In addition to the current composition, there are additional components that are the same, but they do not affect the body, but are only necessary to give the tablets the appropriate shape. Among them are:
- corn starch;
- glycerol;
- magnesium stearate;
- silica;
- talc;
- microcrystalline cellulose.
Operating principle
The combined drug is "Ibuklin" for children. The instructions for use clearly indicate that the effect is due to the interaction of active components:
- Ibuprofen is an antipyretic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory substance. As a result of its effect in healthy tissues and inflamed, the level of prostaglandins decreases. The heat quickly subsides, inflammation and pain are reduced.
- Paracetamol controls the process of thermoregulation, so the temperature returns to normal very quickly. The substance enhances the effect of ibuprofen, effectively eliminates inflammation and pain. It is noted that after taking morning stiffness disappears, movement improves and swelling in the joints goes away.
The active ingredients are rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract into the bloodstream and reach a maximum concentration in the inflamed area after two hours. Excreted mainly by the kidneys.
When to take
Multiple indications for use is "Ibuklin" for children (in tablets). Instructions for use contain a complete list of conditions when the reception is able to have the desired effect:
- fever with colds and flu;
- back pain of varying intensity;
- teething discomfort;
- joint pain
- myalgia;
- pain after fractures, bruises, dislocations or sprains;
- pain in the postoperative period;
- painful menstruation;
- an attack of neuralgia.
Many parents have children in their home medicine cabinet "Ibuklin". The instructions for use with the pills indicate a fairly wide range of symptoms in which they are able to help.
Reception according to the instructions
If it is not possible to visit a doctor, then before taking any pills, you should carefully read the attached annotation. It contains comprehensive information on how to use Ibuklin Junior. Children's tablets must be taken before meals or wait 2-3 hours after it. Despite the fact that the pills have a pleasant aroma, chewing them is not recommended. It should be dissolved in water (one tablespoon of liquid).
Children over 40 kg can take one tablet 2-3 times a day. If the reception is necessary in order to lower the temperature, then three days is enough. When treating colds or relieving pain, it is allowed to take the drug for five days.
For very young patients, Ibuklin Junior is also offered. The drug is approved for use by babies whose weight should exceed 11 kg. The pill is dissolved in a small amount of water and offered to the child. Usually enough a tablespoon, the result is a delicious suspension. Thus, the smallest children are treated. The instructions for use of Ibuklin for children (syrup is prepared immediately before use) says that the dosage depends on weight:
- With the weight of the baby from 11 to 15 kg - one tablet every 8 hours until the condition improves. In this case, no more than three pills are obtained per day.
- If the baby's weight is in the range of 16-21 kg, then the interval between doses can be reduced to 6 hours.
- With a weight of 22 to 40 kg, the dosage is the same, but the frequency can be reduced to 4 hours.
If the child weighs more than 40 kg, then he is allowed to accept the adult option.
Caution is needed
When treating a baby with different drugs, care must be taken and the compatibility of medicines should be taken into account. It is known that "Ibuklin" for children belongs to the combined means. The instructions for use strictly stipulate the rules for joint admission, so you should read them:
- it is undesirable to take acetylsalicylic acid at the same time, because the anti-inflammatory effect in this case is weakened;
- while taking ethanol, glucocorticosteroids increases the risk of ulceration;
- paracetamol has an increased effect of insulin, therefore, the simultaneous use of "Ibuklin" requires the adjustment of such drugs by a doctor;
- do not drink Ibuklin tea for children (the instructions for use say that in this case the effect of caffeine is enhanced);
- co-administration reduces the effectiveness of diuretics.
Possible problems
A strong and effective drug is children's Ibuklin. The instructions for use for children indicate all the possible negative consequences, but they are mainly associated with illiterate intake, excess dosage and individual sensitivity. However, you need to know what side effects may occur:
- the child may be disturbed by constipation, burning in the mouth, nausea and vomiting;
- paracetamol can affect the nervous system, while anxiety, dizziness, headache, decreased visual acuity and hearing develop;
- from the cardiac system there may be tachycardia and increased pressure;
- the drug is excreted by the kidneys, therefore, with an increased dosage, cystitis and nephritis may develop;
- allergic reactions.
Overdose cases
Experts note that taking too often and repeatedly overdosing leads to ulcers of the gastric mucosa. A child may experience stomach bleeding and vision problems. It is forbidden to offer children above the recommended Ibuklin norm. The instructions for the use of tablets for children say that vomiting may develop, and the baby will become excessively excitable or lethargic. Fainting conditions can sometimes be diagnosed.
If a child accidentally swallows several tablets, then it is necessary to rinse the stomach and offer an alkaline drink. Activated carbon will help in this case. After the measures taken, you must call a doctor.
"Ibuklin" for children - instructions for use and contraindications
The annotation clearly spells out all contraindications when admission is strictly prohibited. Therefore, parents, before offering a baby a medicine, they need to know them:
- stomach ulcer and duodenal ulcer;
- inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract and bleeding;
- damage to the optic nerve;
- renal failure;
- bronchial asthma;
- intolerance to acetylsalicylic acid;
- polyposis of the paranasal sinuses;
- individual intolerance.
Additional guidance
"Ibuklin" is a serious drug that has its own indications, contraindications, and can cause side effects. Therefore, in case of any doubt, it is worth getting a doctor's consultation. If going to a specialist is difficult, then the instructions should be read in full.
So, from it you can find out that the purpose of the drug is carried out with restrictions, if in the history there are:
- diabetes;
- cirrhosis of the liver;
- peripheral artery disease;
- intestinal infections.
It is also worth considering that combining the reception with other anti-inflammatory drugs is prohibited. Concomitant treatment with preparations containing paracetamol or ibuprofen leads to an overdose.
If long-term use is required, then treatment is carried out under the supervision of a doctor and with blood tests.
Usage Reviews
A growing number of experts recommend children during the ARVI "Ibuklin". Instructions for use and reviews help parents decide and make a purchase decision.
So, mothers speak of the drug as an emergency tool, which should be in every home medicine cabinet. This is especially true if there are often sick children in the house. One tablet is able to quickly relieve all the symptoms of acute respiratory viral infections - fever, body aches, headache and fever at elevated temperatures. The medicine not only quickly and effectively eliminates the symptoms, but also prevents the development of inflammation. At the same time, even babies do not give up a tasty syrup that has a mint flavor, and older children are able to drink a nice capsule.
Pediatricians also often prescribe "Ibuklin." At the same time, in the reviews, experts note that they also prescribe this drug to their children. The medication quickly copes with the flu, eliminates inflammation, and all the symptoms of the disease disappear in a short time. But with a long course of the disease, it is recommended to change the drug, because an overdose is possible.
Ibuklin also has many reviews from parents of babies. When their teeth erupt, the drug becomes a real salvation. After administration, the temperature decreases, the pain goes away, and the child sleeps peacefully at night. Moreover, tablets are recommended by pediatricians, but remind of the maximum period of admission, which is five days.
Side effects, of course, are possible, but they are associated with the child’s health and the history of various diseases. There are reviews about the occurrence of allergic reactions. However, this situation is rare, because there are no dyes in the medication. In addition, all side effects are associated with an overdose or individual sensitivity.
Analogues of the drug or what to make of
Quite recognizable packaging is "Ibuklin" for children. Instructions for use and a photo of the drug are presented in this article. However, for individual intolerance or for other reasons, an analogue may be required. In this case, the drug is selected taking into account the pharmacological properties, but the composition may vary slightly:
- Ibuprom. It has a powerful anti-inflammatory effect. Among the active substances, only ibuprofen is listed, therefore it is recommended for paracetamol intolerance.
- Khayrumat. Paracetamol and ibuprofen tablets. They have a strong analgesic effect.
- "Dolarn." The drug is based on paracetamol and diclofenac sodium. It has a pronounced analgesic effect, but is not recommended for young children due to the presence of diclofenac.
Of course, there are analogues, but there are no combination drugs that are allowed specifically for children. Therefore, "Ibuklin" children's is popular, the drug has accumulated many positive reviews about the effectiveness and safety.
Conclusion
"Ibuklin" for children consists of several components, which determines its effect. Despite the expanded composition, the tool is allowed to receive even the smallest patients. According to reviews, the tablets are well tolerated, and for kids you can make delicious syrup from the pill.