In the summer, stomach problems occur very often. This is a poisoning , and a breakdown in the work of the digestive tract. Therefore, in every home medicine cabinet should be drugs that can quickly help to cope with these problems. After all, if this is not done on time, then toxic substances can spread throughout the body. Previously, to remove toxic substances from the body took activated charcoal, but now there were improved drugs, for example, Enterosgel.
Let's figure out how to correctly take Enterosgel when poisoning, and how long it can be done.
Enterosgel is a preparation containing polymethylsiloxane polyhydrate, which, thanks to its porous structure, perfectly absorbs toxic compounds that result from the entry of bad bacteria into the stomach.
When is Enterosgel necessary?
The use of enterosgel is advisable under any conditions in which the accumulation of toxic products occurs, which can provoke intoxication of the body and even lead to death. These include dysbacteriosis, intestinal infections, allergic reactions, poisoning with poisonous substances, foods or alcohol.
Enterosgel Dosage
You can take this drug at any age, even infants, so it has no contraindications. The main thing is to follow the recommended dosages for each group:
- children under 1 year - 6 times 2.5 grams, mixing them in 7.5 ml of milk or a mixture;
- from 1 year to 5 years - 7.5 grams per day - 22.5;
- from 5 years to 14 years - 15g, a day - 45g;
- from 14 years - 22.5 g, maximum per day 67.5 g.
In cases of severe intoxication and in the first hours after poisoning, the recommended dose should be doubled. Take it should be 2 hours before meals, before this, diluting the specified amount of enterosgel in the water. It is not recommended to combine with the receptions of others
Regardless of the form of release of Enterosgel (paste or hydrogel), a scheme that indicates how to take this drug does not change.
How long does Enterosgel take?
In cases of poisoning and acute indigestion, enterosgel is recommended until vomiting and diarrhea ceases, but not less than 3 days. When treating dysbacteriosis after taking antibiotics, the minimum period for taking 10 days, but in rare cases can continue for a longer period (up to 6 months).
Due to its absorbent qualities, Enterosgel is recommended for first-aid kits in hikes and long trips.