A child's cough is a problem of the whole family, as frequent as unwanted. But, alas, not a single child has managed to avoid even a single case of coughing. And more often children suffer from a cough regularly - wet feet, weak immunity, seasonal colds - all this is common in the life of most babies. That is why it is so important to know how to properly cough. In this article, we will tell you about one of the most popular means for coughing - syrup and drops of gedelix for children. We will talk about the methods of taking and doses, as well as the features of the appointment of each form of the drug, depending on the age of the patient.
Gedelix from cough for children: composition
Gedelix is produced in two pharmacological forms: in the form of a syrup (in bottles of 100 ml) and in the form of drops without alcohol (in the bottles-droppers 50 ml each).
The active substance of gedelix is an extract of ivy leaves (at a concentration of 0.04 g / 5 ml in syrup and 0.04 g / ml in the form of drops).
Additional substances of the drug are:
- in syrup: macrogol glycerine hydroxy stearate, star anise oil, hydroxyethylcellulose, non-crystallizing sorbitol solution (70%), propylene glycol, glycerin, purified water;
- in drops: propylene glycol, glycerin, star anise oil, eucalyptus oil, menthol, peppermint oil.
Ivy leaves are known for their spasmolytic, mucolytic and secretolitic properties. This effect is achieved through stimulation of the walls of the stomach, which in turn reflexively (through the parasympathetic system) stimulates the activity of the glands of the bronchial mucosa.
Gedelix children: indications for use
Syrup gedelix is used to stop coughing (with symptomatic treatment of respiratory diseases, as well as in the treatment of chronic bronchial diseases).
Gedelix in the form of drops is prescribed for bronchiectasis, chronic or acute bronchitis in children , and as a component of the complex treatment of inflammation of the respiratory system, accompanied by an abnormality of expectoration or the formation of a viscous / thick secretion of the bronchi).
Gedelix: Dosage
Gedelix for children up to one year is prescribed in a dosage of 2.5 ml once a day, children 1-4 years - 2.5 ml three times a day, 4-10 years - 2.5 ml 4 times a day, children over 10 years old and adults - 5 ml three times a day.
To determine the dose of the drug should use a measuring spoon, which is attached to the syrup. The labels on its wall "¼", "½" and "¾" correspond to 1,25, 2,5 and 3,75 ml.
Gedelix drops are also prescribed taking into account the age of the patient. Children 2-4 years - 16 drops, 4-10 years - 21 drops, children older than 10 years and adults - 31 drops. Take drops three times a day.
Gedelix: method of application
To find out how to take gedelix to children, you should, first of all, take into account the form of the drug (syrup or drops), as well as the condition and age of the patient.
Syrup gedelix should be taken undiluted. With meals, it is not necessary to coordinate the application. Please note that it is possible to take the syrup for longer than a few days only on the advice of a doctor.
Gedelix drops are applied orally, three times a day, in pure form, regardless of food intake. After intake, they should be filled with water in sufficient quantities. When prescribing drops to children, it is recommended that they be diluted in tea, fruit juice or water when taken. Duration of treatment - not less than 7 days.
Gedelix: side effects and contraindications
The drug in both forms of release can cause allergic reactions (itching, swelling, urticaria, fever, shortness of breath), sometimes there are disorders of the digestive tract (vomiting, diarrhea, nausea). When receiving drops in rare cases, painful sensations in the epigastrium may occur.
In case of an overdose, nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea are observed. In this case, the drug should be stopped immediately and consult a doctor.
Contraindications to the use of gedelix syrup are:
- hypersensitivity to any of the components of the drug;
- metabolic disorders (arginine succinate synthetase deficiency);
- intolerance to fructose (for syrup).
The use of gadelix drops is contraindicated when:
- arginine succinate synthetase deficiency;
- tendency to laryngospasm ;
- BA;
- age up to 2 years;
- intolerance to any of the components of the drug.
The use for the treatment of patients with diabetes mellitus is possible, but taking into account the presence of sorbitol (fructose) in the syrup. In droplets of sugar and alcohol there.