Children very often suffer from colds and diseases caused by the entry of viruses into the body. After an early influenza or other infection, the child’s immune system becomes weakened and there is a high risk of reinfection. Then parents try to find the safest drugs.
The drug "Anaferon Children's" reviews of parents and doctors deserved quite good, because its action is aimed at eliminating the virus. The medicine accelerates and enhances the healing process of a small patient, restoring his immunity. The drug is used to treat and prevent the occurrence of viral diseases. It is suitable for children of any age.
Drug feature
With the penetration of virus pathogens, the body produces the appropriate antibodies. They strengthen the immune system, which leads to the destruction of pathogens. In childhood, this immune system is poorly developed. Therefore, the body begins to actively fight with the existing disease, but can not quickly cope with it due to weak immunity.
The drug "Anaferon for children" contains in its composition the main active ingredient - interferon, which is a natural assistant in the fight against infections. It has a very powerful antiviral effect. As a result of taking the drug, a triple positive effect is achieved, namely:
- the destruction of viruses;
- strengthening immunity;
- acceleration of the healing process.
This drug helps to cope with viruses much faster, thereby contributing to a speedy recovery.
The composition and form of the drug
The drug "Anaferon for children" with a cold is simply indispensable, as it helps to cope with various viruses much faster and more efficiently. It is available in the form of tablets and drops, which contain a different amount of the active substance. The composition of "Anaferon Children's" in tablet form includes such substances as:
- antibodies to interferon;
- microscopic cellulose;
- lactose;
- magnesium stearic acid.
White tablets have a flat shape. During the manufacture of the drug, the antibodies are purified, then diluted slightly with water, alcohol, and then applied to lactose monohydrate. The composition of "Anaferon Children's" in the form of drops includes such substances as:
- antibodies to interferon;
- glycerol;
- maltitol;
- potassium salt;
- food supplement;
- water.
The drug has a very good antiviral and immunomodulating effect. It is effective against influenza, herpes virus, tick-borne encephalitis, rotaviruses. If the child takes this medicine all the time, the number of pathogens will decrease. In this case, the rate of interferon increases slightly. That is why with a cold it is recommended to give this drug to children, but at the same time, the dosage and doctor's recommendations must be strictly observed.
Indications for use
The drug "Anaferon Children's" reviews is very good, as it helps to quickly eliminate the existing infection in the body and to deal with the disease much more effectively. This drug is recommended for use in cases such as:
- colds, flu;
- ARVI prevention;
- tick-borne encephalitis;
- herpes and chickenpox;
- maintaining immunity;
- enterovirus, coronavirus, rotavirus.
According to the instructions for use, "Anaferon for children" must begin to give the child at the very beginning of the disease, as this will quickly eliminate the existing disease. Ideally, therapy with this drug should begin no later than 10 hours after the very first signs of a cold. In addition, it can be taken for several months as a prophylactic against influenza and the common cold.
How to take medicine
Many parents are interested in how old Anaferon is for children. The instructions indicate that the drug can even be used to treat newborns. According to doctors, interferon-based medications are safe for patients from 1 month. In this case, the child can only be given the infant form of the drug. Adult version of the drug can be taken from 18 years.
Children from 1 month to 3 years who do not know how to swallow pills, they are diluted with water or prescribed drops "Anaferon children." Children older than 3 years with viral infections and colds are prescribed the drug in tablet form. The child should dissolve the tablet until it is completely dissolved in the mouth. The drug is recommended to be used immediately after the onset of signs of deterioration in well-being, since early treatment guarantees a successful recovery.
Syrup "Anaferon for children" is prescribed to babies from the age of 1 month orally. At the beginning of treatment, you need to take medicine 5 times a day. Then drops "Anaferon children" use 3 times a day. The period between doses should be equal. On day 3-5, the liquid form of the drug should be used 3 times a day. Doctors advise giving the baby this remedy 15 minutes before eating food.
Dosage "Anaferon children" depends on the complexity of the course of the disease. If you take the drug in tablet form, then on the first day the patient is prescribed 2 pills with a time interval of 30 minutes. Within 2 hours you need to drink 5 tablets "Anaferon children." Then the child should take 3 more pieces. On day 2, the dosage is reduced to 3 tablets per day. The medicine is taken until the symptoms of the disease completely disappear.
If after 3-5 days the well-being of the child does not normalize, then you need to consult a pediatrician. For prophylaxis, you need to take 1 tablet of "Anaferon Children's" daily for 4-12 weeks. To eliminate the symptoms of herpes, the child is prescribed 8 pills 1-3 days. Then the dosage is gradually reduced to 4 pieces. The course of therapy is 4 weeks. To prevent the spread of herpetic infection, you need to use 1 tablet for several months. The duration of the course of therapy is determined by the doctor individually.
According to the instructions for use, "Anaferon children" in the period of reduced immunity, you need to use 1 pill. With rotavirus infection, you need to take the drug in the same way as with a cold. However, it is worth remembering that rotavirus can not always be triggered by viruses. With the bacterial nature of the disease, the drug will not bring any result at all. To enhance the result of therapy, you need to combine Anaferon for children with other medicines.
Contraindications
Regardless of the form of the medicine, "Anaferon Children's" has several contraindications, which include:
- individual intolerance to individual components;
- metabolic disease;
- malabsorption of nutrients in the small intestine;
- lactose intolerance.
Almost all of these contraindications apply to children who have congenital enzyme disorders. This means that the baby is not able to perceive lactose due to a lack of enzymes. All these disorders are mainly diagnosed in the early postpartum period.
Side effects
The method of using "Anaferon Children's", the dosage and course of treatment must be agreed with the doctor. Independent use of the drug is strictly prohibited, as there may be various side effects. Among them, it is necessary to highlight the manifestation of allergies in the form of a small-point rash. If such a reaction occurs, the child should no longer be given medicine. You need to contact a pediatrician who will prescribe a course of treatment with other immunomodulating or antiviral drugs.
The drug goes well with all antibacterial, antiviral and antipyretic drugs. Not a single case of its incompatibility with other drugs was noted.
Overdose of medication
No cases of drug overdose have yet been reported. However, if it takes place, it will reveal itself in the form of dyspeptic manifestations. This is due to the substances that make up the drug.
Analogues of the drug
There are various analogues of "Anaferon Children's", which can be prescribed by a doctor in case of intolerance to this drug. The most famous drugs are such as:
- Viferon;
- "Kagocel";
- Arbidol.
The drug “Viferon” contains ready-made human interferon. It has a double effect, namely antiviral, and also stimulates the production of its own interferon. This medication helps activate the baby’s immune system. Among its main advantages, compared with Anaferon, are the following:
- even premature babies are allowed;
- contains interferon, and not its stimulant;
- more pronounced result in viral infections;
- the possibility of using in candles;
- there are no contraindications.
However, it is worth noting that this drug has certain disadvantages, which include such as:
- minimal preventive result;
- high price;
- short shelf life;
- the external form of the drug can cause irritation.
The drug "Kagocel" is a powerful stimulator of the production of interferon in the body. It has a similar effect to Anaferon. Stimulates the immunity of the child. It is worth noting that this drug does not cause adverse reactions, but it is forbidden to take it for children under 3 years old. Among its main advantages in comparison with Anaferon can be distinguished such as:
- more pronounced immunostimulating effect;
- vital remedy;
- no need to dissolve in the mouth;
- longer storage period.
Among the analogues of "Anaferon Children's" it is necessary to highlight the drug "Arbidol". This is a very good antiviral drug that contains only one active ingredient - umifenovir. This medicine helps suppress the activity of the virus. It is used for treatment and as a prophylactic agent for the occurrence of viral infections. However, it is worth noting that this drug is prohibited for children under 3 years of age.
There are also other antiviral agents, in particular such as Ergoferon. This is a homeopathic medicine based on antibodies to interferons and many other immunoglobulins. Tablets can be used from 6 months, and the solution only from 3 years.
The drug "Aflubin" refers to good homeopathic remedies. Drops can be taken from birth, and tablets from 5 years. For the treatment of herpes, the medicine "Zovirax" is used, which is available in the form of a cream, ointment, injection.
These are only the main analogues of Anaferon Children's, but there are many more drugs with a similar effect.
Is there any benefit from the medicine
There is very little harm from the Anaferon Children's drug, so many parents prefer to use it to treat children. However, for many, the benefits of this medicine are in doubt.
It is often said that Anaferon is only homeopathy, and that the result of this therapy is not too pronounced. However, the manufacturer claims that this remedy has nothing to do with homeopathy, although it is manufactured using the same technology. Moreover, he gives examples of numerous studies regarding the effectiveness of this drug.
Practical experiments have shown that taking the drug Anaferon for children during the period of viral epidemics helps prevent severe morbidity, provides reliable prevention of complications and accelerates the healing process. Small doses of antibodies guarantee complete safety and the absence of signs of intoxication.
However, many opponents of interferon therapy do not trust these data. They say that independent studies, which were not carried out under the control of the manufacturer, prove that the drug is not good enough.
There is an opinion that “Anaferon for children” can be useful only for preventive purposes, especially if taken in advance, in particular at the very beginning of the epidemic or long before vaccination. This is due to the fact that the production of one's own interferon in the body requires a certain time, about 2 weeks. Therefore, "Anaferon children" can not be an effective remedy in acute conditions when you need to immediately fight the virus.
Reviews of parents and doctors
Reviews about "Anaferon Children's" are mostly positive, as parents believe that this tool is quite effective for the treatment and prevention of viral diseases. Reviews say that the most pronounced result is observed if the medicine is given to children from the very beginning of the onset of signs of the disease. They confirm that it is a very good antiviral drug. It helps to quickly eliminate fever and runny nose.
Doctors say that Anaferon Children's is useful as a therapeutic and prophylactic agent for various viral infections. Especially often this drug is used for acute respiratory viral infections and influenza. The active substance included in the composition has no side effects, and its contraindications are minor.
However, there are also negative reviews about Anaferon Children's, as some parents believe that this medicine is not very effective, as stated in the instructions for use. In addition, some say that tablets can provoke a slight allergy, and are also expensive.