Composition and dosage forms of the drug
Arbidol - a drug belonging to the group of antiviral agents. Its main action - a relief of viruses so that they cease to multiply and die. The drug is active even against influenza viruses. It is widely used in infectious diseases of the respiratory system.
Arbidol is possible from the age of two years, depending on the dosage form:
- Arbidol Maximum contains 200 mg umifenovir is discharged in the form of capsules.
- The capsules contain the active ingredient - umifenovir. Also in the composition is starch, silicon dioxide, talc. The capsule is made of gelatin.
- Arbidol tablets contain 50 or 100 mg umifenovir. As auxiliary components used in the composition of calcium stearate, MCC, starch.
- Arbidol umifenovir powder comprises sodium chloride, titanium dioxide, sodium benzoate, starch, flavoring.
Children from 12 years old can use any form of Arbidol. The doctor prescribes medication starting from the disease, the type of virus, age and general condition of the patient.
At what age is allowed Arbidol
It can be from 2 years old to drink Arbidol child. It all depends on the form of the release of the drug:
- Powder for suspension can be from 2 years to give the child during the treatment and prevention of infectious diseases.
- The tablets are allowed to 3 years. If the child is not able to drink tablets, they can be crushed into a powder and give your child before eating, drinking plenty of water.
- Capsules are allowed from 6 years. Although at this age may be used tablets and powder for suspension.
- Arbidol Maximum differs high content of the main active component. Since the drug is considered to be "strong", it can not be used for children up to 12 years.
Yourself should not be given to children Arbidol, in spite of the virtual absence of contraindications and side effects. an allergic reaction can occur at infringement of dosage.
Indications
Arbidol given to children from the age of 2 years can be the following symptoms and diseases:
- lowered immunity (the child is often sick SARS);
- respiratory infections, including influenza;
- inflammation - tonsillitis, sinusitis, bronchitis, pneumonia;
- E. coli.
The drug can be taken at an early stage of the disease, when the first symptoms:
- temperature;
- cough;
- runny nose;
- headache;
- body aches.
Arbidol is also prescribed for the prevention of respiratory and inflammatory diseases, especially during epidemics. It can take twice a week 1 tablet or capsule. Also drink the medicine after contact with sick people to reduce the risk of infection and disease.
Among be noted contraindications individual intolerance or an allergic reaction. About the possible consequences of the manufacturer warns, though in practice Arbidol showed himself completely harmless drug.
In summing up it should be noted that Arbidol can be used with two years, depending on the form of the drug release. Prior to use, consult with your doctor. Maximum efficiency can be achieved by the drug, when used from the first day of the disease as soon as the first symptoms appeared at the height of infection Arbidol powerless.
sources:
Vidal: https://www.vidal.ru/drugs/arbidol__3331
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