Supraks for sore throat in children and adults: help or not, the instructions for use

What is Supraks?

Angina - an acute form of inflammation of the tonsils, which is caused by pathological microorganisms due to lower immunity. Other than those of symptomatic treatment, patients are often appointed antibiotics.

Supraks - modern antibacterial agent belonging to a group of third-generation cephalosporins. The active substance is an antibiotic - cefixime.

Treatment of angina Supraksom can cope with the disease as soon as possible at home. In addition to treatment of upper respiratory tract, Supraks also used for the treatment of respiratory and urinary systems.

When purulent angina patient is assigned to a complex of medical measures, including a number of drugs. In addition, the patient may receive funds from other diseases.

Their co-administration should always be taken into account and discuss with your doctor:

• anticoagulants can reduce the therapeutic effect of taking Supraksa;
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• preparations occurrence magnesium or aluminum hydroxide will slow onset of action Supraksa et al.

multiple drug treatment at the same time be sure to check with your doctor, as this can influence the therapeutic effect of each of the drugs.

issuance

The drug has only release forms for oral administration:

• capsules for the treatment of adults (6 pieces in the same package);
• powder in the form of granules for slurry child.

Apart from these forms, also available Supraks Soljutab drug dose of 400 mg in water-soluble form. These tablets can be diluted with water or swallowed whole and drink plenty of water.

Supraks Soljutab with angina can be administered to patients weighing more than 50 kg (Adults and children 12 years of age). For children weighing from 25 kg to 50 kg half tablet can be used.

The suspension Supraks drink with angina with six-month-old. When the risk is justified use of cefixime, the drug can be applied to a child of the first six months of life. In this case, the dosage is determined by the doctor for the baby weight is particularly accurate.

The mechanism of action and indications for sore throat

Supraks in purulent tonsillitis quickly reduces inflammation by acting directly on the causative agent. When injected into the GIT active substance absorbed from the intestine and carried by the bloodstream to tissues. Acting on the cell membrane destructive pathological microorganisms in the shortest time Supraks fights disease and improves the general condition. Displayed medicine naturally by the kidneys. Maximum concentration in the blood reaches the active ingredient in about 4 hours about excreted per day.

If a history of present illness or other patient further receives medicines, rate of excretion Supraksa the body may be different from the usual.

The wide spectrum of action of the active substance makes it suitable Supraksa upon infection by Gram-negative and Gram-positive organisms, and not only in angina. Cefixime shows efficacy to the following pathological bacteria:

• Proteus;
• sinegoynaya wand;
• E. coli;
• Streptococcus and others.

In uncomplicated for drink angina usually prescribed medication 5 days in complicated - 10. What should last treatment, determined in each particular case. Indications are the following states:

• sore throat, difficulty in swallowing;
• fever persisting for 3 days or more;
• morbidity angina;
• the absence of allergy to penicillin and cephalosporins.

For respiratory viral diseases without angina Supraks as another antibiotic is not assigned. Application of such a serious means must pass only in accordance with medical indications.

Instructions for use in adults

High efficiency Supraksa and a long period of elimination from the body allows the use of a drug once a day. When tonsillitis in adults apply Supraks follows the capsule once a day, drinking plenty of water.

Duration of therapy in angina is determined individually. Usually it is 5-10 days. If the antibiotic is chosen correctly, the patient relief comes in the first or second day. But you can not stop the course. This is a prerequisite to have microorganisms developed resistance to cefixime, be sure to pass the course completely.

The entry of the active substance in the capsule is 400 mg. This may be a single dose or divided into morning and evening 200 mg at a time.

A dose of 400 mg may be used for the treatment of angina children 12 years. But if the child underweight, the dosage can be reduced.

Note! With no effect on the treatment of angina in the first 2-3 days, Supraks doctor replaces other means.

Instructions on the treatment of children

For a child the medicine is not appropriate in the form of capsules. When tonsillitis in children Supraks administered in the form of a suspension. The dosage is determined based on the age of the child. The dry ingredient suspension should be diluted with water according to the instruction to the drug. For accurate measuring medication uses a special measuring spoon.

Preparation of suspension

For the preparation of suspensions of drug necessary to the vial with the powder gradually pour pure water to said tags (first 20 ml and then again 20 ml). In the process of breeding should be constantly agitated slurry that is distributed uniformly.

Store has prepared children's suspension should not be more than 14 days.

Dosage Supraksa children

Based on the age of the child is determined by the required amount of suspension for the treatment of angina.

The child's age, years	The daily dose Supraksa ml
From six months to a year	3-4
Up to 4 years	5
To 12 years	7-9

The individual dosage can be adjusted to your doctor.

Contraindications and side effects

Supraksom treat angina is contraindicated in the following cases:

• are allergic to components of the medical device;
• pregnancy;
• age of the child up to six months;
• lactation;
• serious violations in the work of the kidneys and liver.

If necessary, treat sore throat with antibiotics in lactating women, the child should be transferred to artificial feeding. For the treatment of children in the first six months of life the doctor selects a different drug.

Side effects in the treatment of patients are rarely Supraksom concerned. Among the unpleasant symptoms can be:

• an allergic reaction on the skin;
• diarrhea;
• nausea;
• goiter;
• appetite disorders;
• convulsions;
• weakness, lethargy;
• vaginitis;
• headache and others.

When exceeding the specified dosage or duration of treatment the likelihood of side effects increases.

Features therapy Supraksom and analogues

Use of an antibiotic for the treatment, including Supraksa may lead to disturbances in the digestive system. Therefore, patients are usually prescribed as probiotics, to maintain a healthy intestinal flora and prevent the development of dysbiosis.

Admission cefixime may affect the results of checks. Feature treatment Supraksom children - should take into account the occurrence of sucrose in suspension. When you have diabetes it must also be taken into account. In addition, the cephalosporin group of drugs have an effect on the reaction rate, which affects the ability to manage complex mechanisms and driving.

Supraks - commonly used for angina drug. Usually, it is administered with the ineffectiveness of drugs penicillin group. In addition to cephalosporins, patients can be administered macrolide drugs. They have a list of indications and contraindications to be considered in the appointment.

Some of the antibiotics used in the treatment of sore throats are:

• cefotaxime;
• azithromycin;
• augmentin;
• amoxiclav;
• Sumamed and others.

Treatment of angina Supraksom allows for optimal time to cope with the disease and prevent complications. Proper selection of the preparation and timely initiation of treatment - a guarantee that the disease will be cured without damage to health.

sources:

Vidal: https://www.vidal.ru/drugs/suprax__2432
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