Berodual for inhalations - instruction for children

Unfortunately, diseases of the bronchi and lungs, accompanied by obstruction, are increasingly found in babies. One of the most effective drugs for children is Berodual, which is used for inhalations in strict accordance with the instructions.

Features of the use of Berodual in the form of inhalations

For the health of the child, it is extremely important to know how to properly plant Berodual for inhalations. The amount of medicine depends on the child's age:

1. For children under 6 years, the Berodual dosage for inhalation is 2 drops (0.1 ml) per 1 kg of body weight. If necessary, increase it to 10 drops (0.5 ml) (per dose.
2. For children of school age from 6 to 12 years, Berodual's dosage for inhalations is increased: according to the instruction, it varies from 0.5 ml (10 drops) under conditions of mild and moderate severity to 2 ml (40 drops) in case of severe attack of bronchial asthma.
3. Adolescents, whose age exceeds 12 years, with strong bronchospasm, the volume of the drug is from 1 ml (20 drops) to 2.5 ml (50 drops). In accordance with the instructions for use - this is the optimal dose of Berodual for inhalations to children of this age category.

It is very important to know how many days you can do inhalation with Berodual to a sick child. The standard treatment course is traditionally 5 days, but it can be extended to 10 days under compulsory medical supervision.

It should be remembered that usually inhalations are done three times a day and it is recommended to start with the lowest possible dosage. The drug is diluted in 3-4 ml of saline (but not in distilled water) and poured the solution into a nebulizer.

If the child accidentally drank Berodual, intended for inhalations, do not panic, but:

• rinse the stomach with warm salted water (1 tablespoon per liter of water);
• give activated charcoal in the amount of 1 g per kilogram of weight;
• immediately call an ambulance.