In the modern world, many of us are susceptible to virus attacks. The immune system is constantly under attack due to poor ecology, poor-quality products and an unstable rhythm of life. Infections in children usually pass with a significant increase in body temperature, especially when it comes to seasonal viruses. They quickly adapt and move into new forms, so the child is sick several times during the season. If the child still caught the virus, then it is necessary to choose the right antiviral agent.
Not all of what is offered in pharmacies fits the parameters of parents when choosing a medicine for a child. Therefore, finding an effective and safe remedy for treating viruses is often not easy. There is, however, a group of drugs that are the best choice in this case.
To save a child from a viral infection and strengthen his immunity, quite often appoint candles "Viferon 1,000,000." Instructions for use are available in each package. In this article, we will analyze in detail how safe this drug is, in what dosages it should be used, and whether it has side effects.
Drug action
Viferon suppositories for children consist of alpha-2b interferon, which is an active substance. Polysorbate, sodium ascorbate, tocopherol acetate and ascorbic acid are part of the suppository as excipients. Alpha-2b interferon is created synthetically, it is called recombinant or genetic engineering. The candles are in the form of a bullet in white with a yellowish tinge. Non-uniform color is acceptable. The diameter of the candle does not exceed 10 millimeters. A funnel is located on the longitudinal seam.
Candles have immunomodulating, antiviral and antiproliferative effects. The effect of increasing immunity is associated with increased due to interferon cell activity and an increase in T-lymphocytes. Vitamin C and tocopherol acetate contained in suppositories greatly enhance the effect of interferon. That is, Viferon boosts immunity to the fight against the virus, and also has an anti-inflammatory effect.
The use of Viferon 1,000,000 suppositories normalizes the content of immunoglobulin E and restores the balance of intrinsic interferon. The use of suppositories helps to reduce the dosage of antibiotics and hormones, as well as the duration of their intake. In the production of Viferon, cocoa butter is used, rather than synthetic emulsifiers, which significantly reduces the risk of allergic reactions, and also facilitates the administration of suppositories and promotes rapid dissolution.
Spectrum
According to the instructions for use, Viferon 1,000,000 candles have a fairly wide range of applications:
- Normalize the production of their own interferon.
- Increase the production of immunoglobulin.
- Reduce inflammation.
- Stabilize cell membranes.
- Activate regenerative processes.
All of the above strengthens the child’s immunity in the season of colds and flu, which allows you to recover faster and recover from illness.
Indications
Thus, rectal suppositories "Viferon 1,000,000" are indicated for use in the following infectious and viral diseases:
1. Acute respiratory viral infections (SARS), a severe form of influenza with a complication of a bacterial infection.
2. Infectious and inflammatory diseases in newborns of various etymologies (viral or bacterial meningitis when the membranes of the spinal cord and brain are inflamed; sepsis, which is a bacterial infection of the blood; intrauterine infections such as enterovirus, cytomegalovirus, chlamydia, herpes, urea or mycoplasmosis ; in complex therapy conducted to destroy the pathogen).
3. In the treatment of chronic viral hepatitis in children and adults.
4. In the treatment of chronic diseases of the genitourinary system of an infectious-inflammatory nature (vaginal vaginosis, candidiasis, trichomoniasis, chlamydia, ureaplasmosis, cytomegalovirus, etc.)
5. An infection of the skin of herpes type, which has become chronic and prone to relapse, or with severe clinical course of the disease.
6. Chronic bacterial infections of any localization as a means of raising the activity of immunity. Instructions for the use of candles "Viferon 1000000" confirms this.
The tool goes well with antibacterial and hormonal drugs. It can significantly reduce their dosage, which reduces the risk of intoxication and the appearance of side effects.
Contraindications
The main contraindication is the individual intolerance of the substances that are part of the suppository. Although this feature is quite rare. The rest of the candles are absolutely safe for all age groups.
Side effects
The drug practically does not have pronounced side effects. In quite rare cases, allergic reactions, rashes and itching, headache, weakness, chills, nausea and loss of appetite may appear. However, within three days after the cancellation of the candles “Viferon 1,000,000”, the symptoms pass without a trace. In any case, using suppositories, you need to carefully monitor the condition of the child.
Unlike interferon, administered parenterally, suppositories help to avoid most side effects, since there are no antibodies in the intestines that neutralize the action of the active substance. "Viferon", like other drugs of the interferon group, acts as an immunomodulator, therefore, it is addictive. That is, after some time, the child’s immunity adapts to the fact that interferon fights with viruses for it and ceases to be defensive.
Carefully
With caution, it is worth using, according to the instructions for use, suppositories "Viferon 1,000,000" in the treatment of recurrence of herpes infection in the following cases:
- Atypical, common, generic types of herpes.
- Atopic dermatitis, seborrhea, eczema, etc.
- Malignant neoplasms on the skin.
- When taking antidepressants and tranquilizers.
- Neutropenia
- Thrombocytopenia.
- Autoimmune diseases.
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special instructions
During the use of the drug, it is necessary to abandon the use of alcohol. Before prescribing the drug, the patient must have blood taken for analysis to calculate the leukocyte formula, the level of calcium, electrolytes and creatinine.
If the patient has myeloma, a regular check of the kidneys for dysfunction is necessary. If the indicators begin to increase, then the dosage of the drug is reduced or the suppository is canceled for some time.
Patients with pathologies of the cardiovascular system may begin to suffer from arrhythmias and flu-like conditions, therefore, in combination with Viferon suppositories, a minimum dose of paracetamol is prescribed according to instructions.
Dosage and Administration
Suppositories "Viferon" are administered rectally. The amount of active interferon in one candle depends on the dosage of the purchased drug (from 150 thousand to 3 million IU). The dose and duration of the course are directly related to the nature of the disease:
1. During acute respiratory viral infections, with pneumonia, flu and bacterial infections (viruses, chlamydia, etc.), the drug is used as part of general therapy. The dose recommended by specialists for adults and children over seven years old is 500 thousand units twice a day with a twelve-hour break. The course for five days in severe cases can be extended to ten days. This is confirmed by the instructions for use for candles "Viferon 1000000". Adults are prescribed less frequently.
2. For children under seven years of age, as well as premature (gestational age more than 34 weeks) and newborns, the recommended daily dose is 300 thousand units, divided into two, with a course duration of up to five days. The break between two courses should not be less than five days. Premature infants (gestational age less than 34 weeks) are prescribed three times a day for 150 thousand units, that is, every 8 hours. Therapy can also be extended, and the interval between courses should be five days. This is confirmed by the instruction for candles for children "Viferon 1,000,000."
3. For the treatment of pathologies of infectious and inflammatory etymology in newborns and premature infants, such as viral and bacterial meningitis, sepsis, chlamydia, cytomegalovirus, enterovirus, candidiasis, mycoplasmosis, Viferon suppositories are part of complex therapy. Newborns and premature babies (gestational age more than 34 weeks) are assigned 150 thousand units twice a day for five days. For premature babies with a gestational age of more than 34 weeks, the daily dosage will be 450 thousand units, divided into three applications every eight hours. The duration of treatment is also five days.
For various diseases, a repeated course can be repeated, for example, sepsis involves 2-3 courses of the drug, herpes infection - at least 2 courses, enterovirus - 1-2 courses, mycoplasmosis and candidiasis - 2-3 courses, and cytomegalovirus - 2-3 courses. The interval between courses remains unchanged at five days. In advanced cases, prolongation of candle therapy "Viferon 1,000,000" according to the instructions is possible.
4. They are also used as part of complex therapy in the treatment of chronic viral hepatitis B, C and D. It is also possible to use for complications in the form of liver cirrhosis in combination with plasmapheresis and hemosorption, when chronic hepatitis is in the active phase. Adults are assigned 3 million units twice a day with a twelve-hour break of up to 10 days. Immediately after that, three times a week every other day for up to one year. Laboratory studies and the effectiveness of the application in this case determine the duration of candle therapy "Viferon 1,000,000".
Children under 6 months are prescribed up to 300 thousand units per day, up to a year - 500 thousand units. From one to seven years, it is recommended to use 3 million IU per one square meter of the child’s body area per day. In children older than seven years, this dosage is increased to 5 million units. In the first ten days, the drug is used twice a day every 12 hours, then the amount is reduced to three times a week, the course can be extended to a year, due to the effectiveness of the drug.
The body surface area for calculating the daily dosage of Viferon is performed by a specialist on a nomogram (the calculation is carried out according to parameters such as height and weight), while the calculated parameter is multiplied by the amount of the drug used at a given age. The resulting figure must be divided into two to get a single dose of the drug. The indicator is rounded up to the dosage of the candles.
Before hemosorption or plasmapheresis in the treatment of chronic viral hepatitis or liver cirrhosis, children under seven years of age are recommended to use candles for 150 thousand IU twice a day for two weeks; children over seven years old - 500 thousand units. In general, children’s candles "Viferon 1,000,000" (instructions for use confirms this) are suitable in most cases.
5. Pathologies in the urogenital tract caused by an infectious and inflammatory process, such as ureaplasmosis, chlamydia, cytomegalovirus, trichomoniasis, bacterial vaginosis, condiasis, human papillomavirus, mycoplasmosis, etc. they are also treated with Viferon suppositories along with other medicinal prescriptions. Adults are prescribed 500 thousand units twice a day for up to 10 days, and the course can be extended according to clinical indications.
Starting from the 14th week of gestation, pregnant women are prescribed 500 thousand units twice a day with a twelve-hour break for 10 days, and then before delivery every month 150 thousand units twice a day, for a five-day course. In case of urgent need before delivery, starting from 38 weeks, it is allowed to use 500 thousand units twice a day for 10 days. How to use Viferon 1,000,000 suppositories during pregnancy?
6. In adults and pregnant women, the drug is used in the treatment of relapses of herpes on the skin and mucous membrane with an average and severe course of the disease. Adults are prescribed 1 million units twice a day for up to 10 days, in case of relapse, treatment is prolonged. The therapy should be started immediately when the first symptoms appear (burning, itching and redness).
Starting from the 14th week of gestation, pregnant women are prescribed 500 thousand units twice a day for up to 10 days, then another three times for 9 days. Before birth, every 4 weeks should be prevented by applying candles with a dosage of 150 thousand units, twice a day for five days. In case of urgent need before childbirth, starting from 38 weeks, it is allowed to use Viferon 500 thousand units twice a day for 10 days.
Using candles is pretty easy. The main thing to remember about personal hygiene is to wash your hands before and after the procedure. Viferon 1,000,000 candles (for what indications they are prescribed, we already know) melt quickly, so they are not necessary to warm in hands.
Reviews
Today’s popular doctor Komarovsky does not classify Viferon as a drug with proven effectiveness. In his opinion, the child’s body does not need this drug either as a treatment or as a preventive measure. However, he does not attribute interferon suppositories to harmful health. Komarovsky believes that the use of suppositories has a more calming effect on parents than on a child.
Many mothers support Komarovsky’s opinion and do not notice the visible effect of the use of Viferon candles. Others, on the contrary, are vying with each other about its positive effect on the child during acute respiratory viral infections and influenza. Parents note how it acts positively at high temperature, helps relieve inflammation. Some believe that it is this drug that accelerates the recovery of the child. As a separate item in the reviews, you can find the positive effect of suppositories on the immune system of the child, which allows you not to get sick even in the cold and slushy season. The plus is also called the compactness of the drug and the possibility of its use even in the treatment of premature babies. Others consider the drug too expensive and prefer cheaper analogues. Therefore, reviews about the candles “Viferon 1,000,000” are radically opposite.
Analogs
In addition to Viferon, synthetic interferon is also found in generics such as Genferon Light, Kipferon, as well as Grippferon (nasal drops) and Anaferon. All these drugs are similar in their effect, but they also have individual characteristics. For example, Anaferon is a homeopathic medicine and is available only in the form of lozenges. "Genferon" is similar in composition to "Viferon", however, there are differences in excipients. "Grippferon" is the most identical in composition and effectiveness, but is available only in the form of drops. All of the above drugs have their contraindications, so only the attending physician can prescribe them. It is undesirable to change the Viferon 1000000 ME ME candles to one of the analogues at one’s own discretion, as this can cause complications.
Doctors mostly respond positively about the drug. Pediatricians are especially noted for the high degree of tolerance of the drug even to premature babies. The actual absence of side effects is also a plus. According to doctors, the use of Viferon suppositories in many cases avoids the use of antibiotics.