Dosage form and components
Laktofiltrum sold in tablet form. In one blister 15 or 10 tablets. Also released in plastic vials at 30 or 60 tablets, where one has to 0.35 g of lignin and 0.12 g of lactulose. brown tablets with gray patches. The pharmacies are not sold Laktofiltrum children - a drug in one form is released for all ages.
The forming composition comprises sodium stearate and croscarmellose. On drug classification Laktofiltrum a group enterosorbents affecting the intestinal microflora balance.
properties of the drug
All the effects that the drug takes depends on the active ingredients in its composition.
Lignin - this enterosorbent natural origin. It is formed from wood with water decomposition products. It exhibits the properties of the active sorbent dezintoksikanta and - is capable to bind and remove from the intestine following substances:
- histamine;
- pathogenic bacteria;
- lipoproteins;
- urea;
- salt;
- toxins produced as a result of metabolism;
- ethanol;
- bilirubin;
- medicated substances.
Children take Laktofiltrum often shown it thanks to the maintenance of natural sorbent. Not all of sorbent material are of natural origin, enough effective drugs can be synthetic. In this regard, they are forbidden to children and adolescents. But Laktofiltrum contains natural sorbent lignin, whereby the drug is approved for use in pediatric patients.
The second active component - lactulose. This combination of galactose and fructose. The large intestine is a substance forms a breeding ground for the natural microflora - organic acids.
These acids eat beneficial intestinal microorganisms. Increasing the number of beneficial bacteria helps protect from colonies of pathogens.
Under the influence of these processes and normalizes intestinal motility due to changes in osmotic pressure. The active ingredients are derived from the gastrointestinal tract during the day with a stool, do not penetrate into the systemic circulation. For this reason, it manifested laktofiltrum few side effects, and they are very rare, which is especially important in the treatment of children.
Indications
Your doctor may prescribe Laktofiltrum child for such indications:
- imbalance of intestinal microflora;
- irritable bowel syndrome;
- organic liver disease;
- allergic reactions.
The drug is prescribed for children with atopic dermatitis, neurodermatitis, eczema, food allergy or household. Laktofiltrum but is not intended to treat acute attacks of allergies. It is adjuvant therapy, as in the liver, the digestive tract.
When an imbalance of microflora it displays pathogenic bacteria, as well as create a favorable environment for the reproduction of beneficial microorganisms. But if severe dysbiosis that is not enough, need the appointment of probiotics.
In all these cases, it will clear the intestines of toxins, histamine, toxins, cholesterol, disease-causing infections, but does not eliminate the cause of organic disease and the causative agent of allergy.
Rules and dosage
Laktofiltrum children are given the whole tablet. Quite a small child can grind it into a powder and give with pure water with a spoon. If you are taking other medicines in parallel, it is necessary to distinguish between them in time with the laktofiltrum - one hour before or after the sorbent. The same rule applies to the meal.
Laktofiltrum contraindicated in children under one year according to the instructions from the manufacturer. Use in this age is possible only on a doctor's recommendation and under his careful supervision.
The daily dosage for children laktofiltrum following:
- 1-3 years - 1.5 tablets;
- 3-7 years - 3 tablets;
- 8-12 years - 3-6;
- from 12 years and adults - 6-9.
Given the number of tablets for each age group should be divided into three doses per day. For example, a child between the ages of one to three years should be given half of a tablet three times a day.
Treatment starts when the first symptoms of gastrointestinal disorders or when you start an allergic reaction. Duration of therapy in children - no more than three weeks. The need to extend the course is determined by a doctor.
As a prophylactic medication prescribed for children for up to 14 days. Giving one tablet a day, whole or ground. Prevention prescribed by the physician in allergic reactions, mild intestinal immunity, digestive disorders frequent.
Contraindications
Laktofiltrum contraindicated give children with such pathologies and conditions:
- galactosemia;
- bowel obstruction;
- idiosyncrasy of the components;
- bleeding and perforation of the intestine and / or stomach.
In these cases, the reception is absolutely contraindicated. Subject can take care tablet at relapse erosive-ulcerous lesions as well as lower intestinal tonus. The manufacturer does not dosages for children under a year, but in the doctor's control environment and compliance with care is permitted.
Adverse reactions
Side effects are rare and very limited. They are mild, so do not pose a risk to the child and do not require special treatment.
Among the adverse reactions observed following:
- nausea;
- diarrhea;
- flatulence;
- bloating.
Within a few hours, such reactions take place independently. If they are compounded, it is necessary to stop taking laktofiltrum and seek medical advice. Allergic reactions - is an indication for the immediate lifting of the drug.
Compatible with drugs, drug analogs
Laktofiltrum child to drink can be the treatment of other drugs, but it is necessary to distinguish between them in time. Giving the sorbent can be an hour before food or other drugs. If at the time the child is taking any medication, it should be reported to your doctor.
Analogues of sorbent: Filtrum, Smecta, Polyphepan, Enterosgel, Atoxil, Polisorb, activated carbon. But before their application should consult a pediatrician, as not all of them may be suitable for a child age.
Overdose
In excessive doses Laktofiltrum give the child does not need. It does not help to solve the problem faster, but can cause an overdose. It is accompanied by symptoms:
- flatulence;
- swelling;
- intestinal cramps;
- constipation;
- nausea.
No special treatment, just need to stop giving the tablets. If the symptoms do not disappear, it may be symptomatic treatment.
Holiday from drugstores and retention rules
Laktofiltrum released from pharmacies without a prescription. But to give it to the baby is not recommended without prior consultation. The preparation is stored out of the reach of children and protected from sunlight. Storage temperatures should not exceed 30 aboutFROM. Safe for use within three years from the date of manufacture.
sources:
Vidal: https://www.vidal.ru/drugs/lactofiltrum__24278
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