How to make a compress with Dimexid to a child?
According to the instructions, the product should not be used for children under 12 years of age. But many people say that they use drugs for younger age groups, since the drug has good efficacy. Therefore, if it is a question of the kid, it is necessary to learn from the doctor, whether it is possible for the child to do a compress with Dimexidum.
In any case, you should remember about precautions when working with the drug. It is important to remember some points:
- if you accidentally swallow even a small dose of solution, then there may be abnormalities of the digestive tract, vomiting;
- the drug enhances the toxic effects of other drugs;
- if the dosage is incorrect, burns may occur;
- there is a likelihood of allergies, because you must first conduct a test;
- You can do the procedure only at normal body temperature (up to 37 ° C), as using the drug at elevated values will increase inflammation.
To avoid dangerous consequences, you need to know exactly how to dilute Dimexide for compress to a child. On 1 part of the medicine you need 3 parts of water. The doctor can assign a different ratio (1: 4 or even 1: 5), it is worth to listen to him. The solution should be warm. Marl should be folded into 5 layers and, dipped in the received liquid, put on the chest of the patient (avoid the heart area). From above it is necessary to cover with a napkin to prevent spreading of the solution. The next layer will be polyethylene. All this must be fixed, for example, with a bandage. You can also cover with a woolen scarf or scarf. After 40 minutes, the child must be wiped with a towel. The procedure should be performed before bedtime.
In the compress with Dimexidum when coughing, children can include other drugs, for example, Eufillin. But such nuances should indicate the doctor.