In the treatment of infections caused by various viruses, drugs with immunomodulatory properties are extremely popular. One of these products is Kipferon candles for children. This medication of domestic production is often included in therapeutic complexes for a variety of diseases.
Parents who plan to give this drug to their child will find it useful to know the properties, indications, contraindications and reviews of suppositories for children "Kipferon".
Production form
The tool is available in the form of suppositories, which can be used both rectally and vaginally. The package, as a rule, contains from 5 to 10 candles. They have a creamy or yellowish tint, a specific aroma, an oblong shape with one pointed end. The texture of the candles is uniform, however, inside the shells there may be an air rod or a small depression, and their color can be marble.
The use of Kipferon suppositories for children is intended solely by rectal administration into the rectum. Suppositories are extremely convenient for treating young children who refuse to take pills or syrups.
Structure
The drug contains two main active ingredients: interferon 2-alpha and immunoglobulin complex. The latter contains antibodies that effectively fight the attacks of various viruses and bacteria.
Interferon, in turn, has antiviral, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. In addition, the substance has an antichlamydial drug effect.
In the role of auxiliary components in suppositories are used: fat, emulsifier and paraffin wax. They help the main substances to be evenly distributed in the blood and in the cells.
Many mothers are scared of the widespread belief that donor blood is included in the composition of candles for Kipferon children. But in reality this is not entirely correct. In fact, the drug contains plasma proteins, previously purified in several different ways. Cases of infection with such medications due to the presence of blood ingredients were not recorded.
Suppositories keep their shape perfectly, but at the same time they remain quite malleable and dissolve with ease, getting into the children's body.
Candle Properties
Due to the presence of both interferon and immunoglobulins in the medication, suppositories have a pronounced stimulating effect on the protective properties of the human immune system. In addition, candles for children "Kipferon" have a positive antiviral activity, including antiherpetic effect.
Thanks to the use of this medicine, both acquired and innate immunity improves, the natural flora of the digestive tract normalizes, the activity of protective cells and the production of gamma-interferons increase.
In addition, the drug acts regionally - after the administration of a suppository, immunoglobulins affect the intestinal mucosa, which positively affects local immunity.
The combined effect of two powerful components makes it possible to effectively fight infections and adjust the body's properties.
Indications for use
The list of diseases in which experts recommend the use of Kipferon candles for children is quite large. It is advisable to use the medicine when:
- acute respiratory diseases of various etiologies - laryngitis, otitis media, tracheitis and other defects;
- viral and bacterial infections of the nasopharynx;
- viral hepatitis and rotavirus;
- intestinal dysbiosis;
- chlamydia;
- flu
- bacterial infection of the digestive tract, which manifests itself in the form of diarrhea, vomiting;
- salmonellosis, dysentery, or infection with Escherichia coli;
- infection with herpes viruses, for example, herpes stomatitis or chickenpox.
Candles for children "Kipferon" can be prescribed as a preventive measure, for example, with regular infections of SARS or before a planned surgical intervention.
Against all these diseases, the drug is effective due to the presence of active substances with immunomodulating properties in the composition.
How many years can I use?
According to the instructions, Kipferon candles for children can be used for a child of any age, even for a newborn baby. But parents should keep in mind that for small patients, the drug should be prescribed exclusively by a specialist.
A child up to a year of Kipferon suppository, just like any other immunostimulating drugs, should be prescribed by a pediatrician.
Contraindications
This medication has virtually no restrictions on its use. The only exception is individual intolerance to the ingredients of the drug.
According to the instructions and reviews, candles for children "Kipferon" do not cause any side effects. Treatment with this drug is calm, without any complications.
There is an opinion that suppositories are contraindicated in children prone to allergies, since they contain protein. In fact, absolutely any, even the most famous drug can lead to negative reactions. "Kipferon" is considered a low-allergenic medication; allergy against the background of its use appears extremely rarely.
But even if the body still reacted negatively to the use of the drug, the severity of symptoms depends on the individual characteristics of the body. A small patient may experience symptoms such as swelling or minor itching. But even these manifestations occur extremely rarely. If they appeared, you should immediately abandon the use of candles.
Thanks to safety, suppositories are in great demand in pediatrics.
Mode of application
In the case of the use of suppositories for children, they should be administered exclusively rectally, that is, into the rectum. The procedure is preferably performed after spontaneous or forced bowel movement.
The required dosage and mode of use depends on the age of the patient and the diagnosis. In his reviews of candles for children, "Kipferon" Komarovsky shares the general rules for the use of the drug.
- For newborns and infants up to a year, the drug is prescribed one suppository once a day.
- Kids up to three years old should put one candle twice a day, best in the mornings and evenings.
- For a child over the age of three, 3 suppositories per day can be used. Each procedure involves the introduction of one candle.
Duration of use
In addition, speaking of Kipferon candles for children, Komarovsky also talks about the optimal duration of treatment. For example, with viral infections and dysbiosis, the duration of the medication, as a rule, is from 5 days to a week. In case of infection with bacteria, for example, with purulent sore throat, the course should last at least a week.
Drug interaction
The manufacturer does not mention the cases of negative effects of suppositories at a higher dosage than recommended by a specialist. Candles for children "Kipferon" can be used in parallel with many other medicines, for example, in case of bacterial damage to the digestive system, they are prescribed together with the preparations "Flemoxin" and "Sumamed".
Kipferon is sold over-the-counter and is usually available in every pharmacy.
Analogs
Replace candles if necessary with the help of other medicines, which include interferon.
- "Viferon" - is available in the form of ointment, gel and suppositories. In the form of suppositories, the drug is prescribed even to premature babies.
- "Genferon Light" - used in the form of suppositories from birth.
- "Grippferon" - produced in two varieties: spray and a drop for the nose. Approved for use at any age.
- "Immunofan" - can be used to treat children older than two years. The drug is produced in the form of a solution for injection and a nasal spray. A medication is used for immunodeficiency and viral infections.
- "Galavit" - is presented in the form of injections, tablets and suppositories. It is prescribed to small children for regular colds, stomatitis, adenitis, tonsillitis and other diseases. Although it is best to use it to treat a child older than six years.
- "Imudon" - pills that effectively fight tonsillitis, stomatitis and other nasopharyngeal pathologies. In childhood, it is recommended from the age of three.
- "Arbidol" - contains umifenovir. Recommended for viral diseases and is produced in several forms: suspension, tablets and capsules. It can be given to children from two years old.
- "Acyclovir" - is available in various forms: ointment, powder, cream, tablets. Often prescribed for infection with herpes viruses.
Instead of analogs of Kipferon candles for children, some parents choose homeopathic medicines, such as Aflubin, Ergoferon, Anaferon, Oscillococcinum. However, most qualified pediatricians, including the famous doctor Komarovsky, doubt their effectiveness. These experts warn parents that such drugs may be an inadequate substitute for antiviral and immunomodulating medications. In addition, it is impossible to give a baby any medications that affect his immunity without the appointment of a specialist.
Reviews
The response to therapy using Kipferon suppositories is completely different, because the effectiveness of such drugs can only be judged subjectively. And the direct effect of the medication on the children's body during its use varies significantly, since it depends not only on the severity of the pathology, but also on the individual characteristics of the small patient.
Candles help some children, so their condition improves literally within a few days. Other parents often complain about the lack of any result from the use of suppositories. The best effect of therapy with the use of "Kipferon" is observed in children who began to inject candles in the first days after the disease. It is noteworthy that there are no references to any side effects at all. That is why we can say with confidence about one thing - the drug is absolutely safe.