When a sore throat and an excruciating cough appears, the first thing that comes to every person’s head is to dissolve some lollipop, lozenge or tablet to neutralize the pain. Can I take these drugs for children?
In order to find effective cough medicines for small patients, it is important to understand the mechanism by which this unpleasant symptom appears. Cough syndrome can be the result of an inflammatory lesion of the glands and throat, when it occurs under the influence of toxins, as well as microbes and products that are formed by damage to their own tissues.
Such a cough is dry and frequent, it is accompanied by a tickle in the throat. In this situation, local drugs with an anti-inflammatory effect can eliminate the unpleasant symptom. In addition, the cough syndrome can be the result of damage to the trachea, as well as the bronchi or even the lungs, when the body seeks to remove the pathological secret - mucus, which is formed by the glands of the bronchi.
How to choose the right drug
If a cough occurs, drugs that will transform a dry cough into a wet one will help. Unpleasant symptoms can be the result of allergic inflammation of the respiratory system, which appears not only in allergy sufferers. Such a cough can occur with damage to the respiratory tract. Then it is paroxysmal and accompanied by lacrimation, and also does not subside for a long time, with a pathological secret. In this situation, the best effect can be achieved by taking antihistamines.
Pastilles in this case are of a secondary nature. Their goal is to develop a large amount of saliva, which can moisturize the mucous membranes and prevent coughing.
If it is wet, that is, with the release of pathological secretion, this indicates an inflammatory process of the lower respiratory organs. This condition will not be eliminated by lozenges, in this situation only complex treatment will help. Together, either mucolytic or mucus thinning drugs are used. It must be remembered that cough lozenges for children from 2 years old are not given, as there is a risk of accidental ingestion. Babies of this age are usually prescribed syrups.
The composition of anti-inflammatory lozenges for resorption
Of the natural components, pharmacological preparations may contain:
- Honey has an antimicrobial effect due to antimicrobial components. It has anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory effects. Because of the danger of provoking poisoning, it is not given to children under two years of age.
- Lemon eliminates the inflammatory process with the help of organic acids. Zinc in its structure has a positive effect on the throat. A large number of vitamin C in it strengthens the capillaries. In addition, ascorbic acid exhibits an antioxidant effect, and also positively affects the protective functions of the body.
- Sage has an anti-inflammatory effect.
- Ginger has antimicrobial and antifungal properties due to the presence in its composition of an antibiotic-like component - dermicidin.
- Chamomile flowers also have antimicrobial and antihistamine properties, can anesthetize the throat.
- Turmeric is used to eliminate a cough syndrome or a cold.
List of drugs
Pharmacological agents for stopping the inflammatory process in the throat and tonsils eliminate the cough. For example, the following medications are the best drugs to neutralize an unpleasant condition:
- Strepsils.
- "Anti-sore throat."
- Septolete.
- The Falimint.
- The Broncho Veda.
- Grammidine.
Cheap medicine
Inexpensive pastilles:
- Licorice candy.
- "Hols".
- Suprim Lore.
- Linkas Lore.
- "Verbena Sage Lollipops."
- "Faringosept".
- "Dr. Mom."
- "Dr. Tyss."
- Agisept.
The best lozenges, according to reviews of people, are:
- "Dr. Mom."
- "Travisil."
- Strepsils.
- "Faringosept".
- Septolete.
- Grammidine.
They are able to translate a dry painful cough into a wet one. Next, the most effective drugs will be discussed in more detail.
"Dr. Mom"
The drug is plant-based. Available in the form of lozenges for resorption. They are fruit, as well as berry and lemon. In addition, raspberry, strawberry and orange lozenges are produced. Depending on the aroma, their color is yellow, as well as red, green.
At what age can I take the drug? According to the instructions to "Doctor Mom", cough lozenges are not suitable for children, since the medication should not be given until eighteen years old. This is due to the lack of specific studies on the effects of this medicine on the children's body.
In addition, restrictions on the use of the drug in children are due to the large size of the lollipops. In addition, a small patient can swallow a lollipop, as a result of which there will be no therapeutic effect from the medication.
On the use of Doctor Mom lozenges, there are usually good reviews. The advantage of such a dosage form is that it is convenient to use, because the lozenge can be carried with you and taken at any time of the day. In addition, parents positively speak about the drug for a variety of tastes, as well as a plant base and rare adverse reactions.
But many mothers are afraid to give Doctor Mom lozenges to children from coughing, especially since there are medicines with the same effect that are allowed to treat the baby. Without fear, parents give teenagers from fourteen years of age or older such a drug.
"Travisil"
Lozenges for resorption are plant-based phytopreparations with mucolytic and anti-inflammatory pharmacological effects. They are used to reduce the severity of cough in various pathological processes in the respiratory system.
The drug has certain therapeutic effects, which include:
- Mucolytic action - “Travisil” improves the discharge of pathological secretions from the lumen of the respiratory system due to its dilution, as well as increased functional activity of the cilia of the bronchial mucosa epithelial tissue.
- Anti-inflammatory effect - the drug reduces the severity of the inflammatory process.
Dry cough lozenges for children should be kept in the mouth until completely dissolved. The average pharmacological dosage for adult patients and adolescents from twelve years is 2 lozenges three times a day, for children from six to twelve years old - 1 tablet three times a day.
The average duration of treatment varies between two to three weeks. If necessary, a medical specialist can extend the course, as well as adjust the dosage.
Strepsils
Lozenges do not need to be swallowed. Before giving their child, you need to teach him to dissolve, and not to chew or swallow the drug. In this situation, the active components will fall on the mucous membrane of the throat and ease the patient's condition. If swallowed, there will be no effect.
Typically, children are given 1 lozenge every two to three hours. It is necessary to ensure that the baby does not consume more than eight candies per day. Pastilles have a pleasant aroma, and a small patient can eat them like sweets. To prevent this, the drug should be removed to a place inaccessible to the child.
Children's pastilles with strawberry flavor can be taken for babies from five years old, with a lemon flavor - from six years old. But small patients are allowed to give an adult medication:
- honey and lemon;
- menthol and eucalyptus;
- orange and sugar free - such cough lozenges are suitable for children from 5 years old;
- with a warming effect - from 6 years.
Strepils-Intensive and Strepsils-Plus lozenges are designed for patients from twelve years old.
"Faringosept"
The drug belongs to antiseptics for local use. It is used to eliminate the infectious inflammatory pathological process in the ENT organs.
The main active component of Pharyngosept has an antiseptic effect. The drug leads to the elimination of a huge number of pathogens, including staphylococci. After resorption of the tablet, the active substance is practically not absorbed into the systemic circulation.
Before starting therapy, you need to read the instructions for the medication well. After resorption of the tablet, it is recommended to refrain from consuming food and water for three hours, which will make it possible to obtain a better therapeutic effect. According to the instructions and reviews of cough lozenges, children from 3 years old are prescribed a doctor.
The active substance does not directly affect the functional state of the structures of the central nervous system. In pharmacies, medicine can be purchased without a special prescription. If in doubt regarding their use, you can seek the advice of a doctor.
Septolete
Pastilles are antiseptic drugs for general use. They are used in otorhinolaryngology for the combined etiotropic treatment of various infectious inflammatory diseases.
Tablets due to their main components have several pharmacological effects:
- Elimination of pathogens, as well as certain viruses and fungi.
- The analgesic and deodorizing effect of mint and menthol.
- Decreased mucus production due to the effect of eucalyptus oil.
The active substances of the drug have a local effect and are absolutely not absorbed into the systemic circulation.
According to the instructions, the Septolete cough lozenges for children are intended for slow absorption in the oral cavity, which ensures the correct distribution of active components on the mucosa. They are used in 1 piece every two to three hours. For children from twelve years old and adult patients, the average recommended dose of the drug is 8 lozenges per day, for children from ten to twelve years old - 6 lozenges per day, for babies from four to ten years - 4 lozenges per day.
Grammidin
The active component of the drug is an antibiotic. Depending on the concentration, it can inhibit growth, spread, and is also able to destroy bacteria. The spectrum of action is to increase the permeability of the bacterial cell wall, which gradually leads to a violation of its resistance and metabolism with subsequent elimination.
Grammidin C is active against most gram-positive and gram-negative pathogens, which are considered sources of the infectious process in the upper respiratory organs. When the tablet is resorbed, salivation increases, which helps to eliminate bacteria through saliva lysozyme. When the tablets are resorbed, the active substance of the drug is practically not absorbed into the systemic circulation.
"Grammidin Children's" is used locally, after a meal. Tablets must be absorbed in the oral cavity. After use, you should refrain from consuming food and water for one to two hours. The drug is taken orally four times a day in a single dosage of 1 (for children from four to twelve years old) or 2 lozenges (for children from twelve years old and adults).
The maximum daily dosage for children from four to twelve years is 4 lozenges, children from twelve years and adults - 8 pieces per day. In the absence of the proper pharmacological effect after treatment for a week, you must consult a doctor.
Opinions
According to reviews, all of the above drugs are affordable and effective. They are actively used by both adults and children from three years or more to eliminate otorhinolaryngological diseases. Parents of children note the pleasant aroma of lozenges, as well as their quick action. There is practically no information about the appearance of adverse reactions.
Reviews about the drugs are usually positive. In most cases, secrete "Grammidin Children's", "Strepsils", "Septolete". They are convenient to have in a home medicine cabinet, since lozenges help both children and adults from the throat and sore throats.
This dosage form has long established itself as a reliable assistant for diseases of the throat. The medicine is practical, it is convenient to use it not only at home, you can take the drug with you even on a trip.