Quite often, at an early age, children suffer from acute respiratory infections and the flu. In this case, the most suitable of all types of drugs will be those that have a good therapeutic effect and do not inhibit the baby's immune system. We are talking about such a drug as "Antigrippin for children."
The composition of the drug
Depending on the manufacturer, the composition of the components of the Antigrippin medicine may vary slightly. Most often, a drug intended for children is available in the form of ordinary and effervescent tablets, granules, less often in the form of capsules and powder.
"Antigrippin for children" is a homeopathic medicine, which includes substances such as pharmacy aconite C200 (Aconitum), arsenic (III) C200 iodide (Arsenicum iodatum), as well as toxodendron C200 (Rhus toxicodendron). Such a composition is available in the form of granules of 20 g or tablets of 20 or 30 pieces in blisters.
Another version of the composition assumes the presence in the preparation of bryonia C200 (Bryonia), the laconic american C200 (Phytolacca) and calcareous sulfur liver according to Hahnemann C200 (Hepar sulfur). In addition, C30 belladonna (Atropa belladonna), iron (III) C30 phosphate (Ferrum phosphoricum) and meadow lumbago, or C30 pulsatilla (Pulsatilla), are used as additional components.
pharmachologic effect
According to its pharmacological properties, Antigrippin for Children is a complex preparation containing plant and mineral components. It is used as an anti-inflammatory, immunostimulating, antipyretic agent, is able to facilitate the course of inflammatory processes of the respiratory system of any etiology.
With the help of "Antigrippin" they eliminate the symptoms of rhinitis, and the secretion of the nasal mucosa is significantly reduced, as well as an unproductive cough and the quality of sleep is improved. This is due to lower body temperature and easier breathing.
"Antigrippin" for children is created taking into account the peculiarities of the reaction of the child's body to various viral and bacterial diseases. Therefore, the drug can be used not only for treatment, but also for the prevention of infections of the upper respiratory tract during a period of increased epidemiological danger.
In addition, "Antigrippin" is recommended for use to reduce heat in children during teething, as well as a means of preventing seizures that can occur at very high temperatures.
Mode of application
If your child is prescribed "Antigrippin for children," instructions for its use will tell you that this drug is used sublingually. That is, the right amount of granules should be put under the tongue and kept there until completely dissolved. If the child is less than three years old, then to achieve the desired effect, you can dissolve the granules in a small amount of liquid.
The drug is recommended to be taken 15-20 minutes before a meal or not less than one hour after it. In this case, the doctor determines the course of treatment individually for each child, depending on the characteristics of his body.
Children over three years of age are usually prescribed to take five granules three times a day as a treatment and once a day for the prevention of diseases. In this case, an enhanced intake is sometimes used - 5 granules every 15-20 minutes until the onset of improvement. Children from one to three years for a single use are assigned one granule for each year of life.
At the moment, there is no data on side effects caused by the use of the drug "Antigrippin Children's", as well as on contraindications when interacting with other dosage forms. It is usually well tolerated, although allergic reactions to its individual components are possible. In this case, you must stop taking it and consult a doctor.