Oscillococcinum (Oscillococcinum) during pregnancy 1-2-3 trimester. Instructions for use, analogues, reviews

Oscillococcinum is a fairly popular medication. with anti-inflammatory properties, which is often used to treat patients during pregnancy in order to prevent the progression of diseases.

Often the first trimester of pregnancy is accompanied by viral and respiratory diseases, and the use of most funds is prohibited, therefore the drug is considered universal and improves the condition patients. Before using it, it is recommended to consult a specialist.

Indications for use

Oscillococcinum is a homeopathic medicine with pronounced properties that helps to fight the symptoms of pathologies of the upper and lower respiratory tract. The drug has anti-inflammatory and immunostimulating properties, reduces the likelihood of disease progression.

The main indications for its appointment:

• Influenza at different stages of development, accompanied by systemic disorders and complications from the respiratory system.
  
• Respiratory diseases during the season of their exacerbations.
• Fever against the background of damage to the bronchi and lungs as a result of the development of the inflammatory process.
• Cough at the initial stage of bronchitis.
• Chronic bronchitis with regular exacerbations of the condition.
• Weakened immunity as a result of frequent viral diseases or malnutrition.
• Pain in muscles and joints with fever.

The tool can be used as part of the complex treatment of certain pathologies of internal organs, if the patient additionally has disorders of the respiratory system. In each case, the decision on the appointment is made by the doctor after a preliminary examination.

Compound

Oscillococcinum during pregnancy (1 trimester is often accompanied by colds) is often used, which is associated with a relatively safe composition. It includes anas barbarielium component and hepatic et cordis extract. These are substances of plant origin that have anti-inflammatory and immunostimulating properties.

Since the remedy belongs to homeopathic medicines, its effect on the body is complex, therefore, the properties of any component cannot be distinguished.

Lactose and sucrose are present in small amounts as an auxiliary substance. These ingredients do not have the therapeutic properties required for the formation of granules.

In what form is it produced

Homeopathic medicine is available to patients in the form of granules for a solution to be taken by mouth. The granules are small, white or almost white, round or spherical. The drug has no specific aroma or taste. The granules are packaged in small transparent plastic containers, each of which contains 1 dose of medication. The containers are placed in plastic cells, 6 pieces each.

In a small cardboard box, you can find 1 or 2 of these plates with cells. There are also packages containing 30 doses of the product. The cost of a homeopathic remedy depends on its quantity in the package. The average price is approximately 500-1500 rubles.

Pharmacodynamics

Oscillococcinum during pregnancy (2 trimester may also be accompanied by respiratory diseases) helps to quickly eliminate the symptoms of a pathological condition, prevents progression diseases. This is especially important during the period of bearing a child, since complications during this period can provoke other disorders that threaten the life of the child and the mother. The tool helps to eliminate signs of inflammation, as well as accompanying deviations.

If the patient is worried about fever, muscle pain, headache, the remedy improves the condition, helps to shorten the recovery period. The immunostimulating properties of the drug are explained by the presence of herbal ingredients in the composition. The medicine stimulates the formation of immune cells, reduces the risk of re-developing the disease in a short period of time.

Against the background of improving the body's defenses, metabolic processes, digestion and the work of internal organs are normalized. Patients note the absence of severe manifestations of the disease if they start taking the medication immediately after the onset of the first symptoms. But the remedy is also effective when applied in case of rapid progression of the disease.

Pharmacokinetics

The drug, when taken orally, is rapidly absorbed into the blood through the walls of the digestive tract, after which it spreads throughout the body. Experts cannot accurately track the pharmacokinetic features of a homeopathic medicine, but it is assumed that the components do not bind to plasma proteins and do not accumulate in tissues and blood.

Despite this, a small amount of substances are concentrated in the systemic circulation for some time. After the provision of a therapeutic effect, the components of the composition are processed in the patient's liver, excreted with the help of the kidneys in an unchanged form.

In women with disorders of the liver and kidneys, there is a deterioration in the process of processing and excretion of ingredients, which somewhat weakens the therapeutic effect.

Application for pregnant women

The medication is intended only for oral use after a preliminary diagnostic examination. The doctor in each case individually determines the dosage, the duration of the therapeutic course. The therapy regimen depends on the specific disease and its severity. The drug is often prescribed for prophylactic purposes, while the features of therapy may differ.

Pathology	Features of the use of the drug
The initial stage of a cold or viral illness, flu	Experts recommend starting the intake immediately after the first signs of the disease appear. This will significantly reduce the risk of complications. The drug is taken orally in the amount of 1 dose. After that, the next one is taken after 6 hours. If necessary, it is allowed to take the third dose 6 hours after the second. This is usually sufficient to relieve symptoms and prevent further progression of the disease. If the symptoms worsen, it is necessary to visit the doctor again and determine the reason for the lack of effect.
Launched course of violation with the development of complications	If a woman, for any reason, could not take a dose of the drug immediately after the first symptoms of the disease appeared, doctors prescribe her a different regimen. The tool is taken 1 dose 2 times a day with approximately equal time intervals. The duration of therapy is determined depending on the characteristics of the organism of each patient, but usually 3 days of therapy are enough to obtain a pronounced therapeutic effect
Prevention of pathologies during their seasonal exacerbation	For prophylactic purposes, the drug is taken in 1 dose every 7 days for 4-6 weeks. It is recommended to start taking it during the period of seasonal exacerbations of acute respiratory viral infections, which will minimize the risk of infection. Prevention should be carried out after consulting a doctor who will exclude all risks and contraindications

If the patient suffers from any chronic diseases, the remedy can be used according to a different scheme, but it is determined individually, depending on the course of the pathological condition. In most cases, the chronic course of the disorder requires taking 1 dose of the drug for 5 days. After that, the doctor assesses the patient's condition, if necessary, prolongs therapy or prescribes other drugs.

Contraindications

Oscillococcinum is not used during pregnancy if the patient has an intolerance to the components of the composition. In this case, 1 trimester is considered the most dangerous if the patient is allergic to the components.

Other contraindications to therapy include the following conditions:

• Severe liver failure, accompanied by impaired functioning of the organ.
• Kidney pathology in acute form or severe chronic renal failure.
• Uterine bleeding with the threat of termination of pregnancy.
• Exacerbation of gastric ulcer or gastritis. In this case, the woman may develop complications, so you should not use the medicine until the acute manifestations are eliminated. After stopping the pathology, treatment is allowed after a preliminary visit to the doctor.
  
• Lactose intolerance. Patients may not be aware of these disorders, but complications develop with the first dose.
• Acute dyspeptic disorders. In the 1st trimester of gestation, many women are worried about toxicosis, accompanied by nausea and repeated vomiting during the day, so taking the drug does not bring a pronounced result.

Despite the relative safety of the product and the possibility of using it at different periods of gestation, in the 1st trimester, granules are prescribed with caution, since in some cases they provoke complications.

Overdose

Homeopathic medicine does not provoke an overdose when used correctly as directed by a doctor. Such cases have not been recorded by specialists. Despite this, the risk of developing an overdose cannot be ruled out if instructions are violated and long-term intake of granules in large quantities. In case of an overdose, patients may develop severe headache and dizziness. Nervous system symptoms are accompanied by indigestion.

Patients report a deterioration in appetite, nausea and bouts of vomiting. Some have upset stools and abdominal pain. Indomitable vomiting and loose stools can lead to dehydration, which is accompanied by seizures and other neurological disorders. Overdose may be accompanied by increased urination, weakness and fatigue, impaired consciousness.

The most dangerous manifestation of an overdose is the acute course of an allergic reaction, which can turn into urticaria or Quincke's edema.

The patient develops a rash on the body, areas of irritation and scaling, severe itching and burning. Often the condition is accompanied by swelling of the tissues of the goral and the oral cavity, nasal passages, and eyes.

Patients report lacrimation and sourness of the eyes. In severe cases, overdose is accompanied by swelling of the mucous membranes of the throat, which leads to a deterioration in the flow of air to the lungs. Asphyxiation is considered the most dangerous consequence of an overdose. That is why, when the first symptoms appear, it is necessary to abandon therapy and consult a doctor.

Side effects

Otsilococcinum during pregnancy (the 3rd trimester may also require the use of homeopathic medicines) does not often provoke negative reactions. They usually occur when the instructions are violated, but if all the rules are followed, they can also occur.

The most common negative symptoms are:

• Impaired concentration and memory.
• Decreased performance.
• Muscle weakness.
• Increased urination.
• Pain in the abdomen.
• Stool disorder and other dyspeptic disorders.
• Rash on the body and limbs, accompanied by itching, burning.
• Dizziness.

Negative reactions can disappear on their own after refusal of therapy, but in some cases, the patient requires special treatment. The selection of medicines is carried out on an individual basis after being examined by a doctor. Experts draw the attention of patients to the impossibility of self-administration of medications to eliminate negative reactions. Symptoms cannot be ignored, especially during pregnancy.

Special recommendations

When using the drug, it is necessary to carefully monitor the condition of the patient and the fetus. The effect of taking the granules should appear within 24 hours after the start of the intake. If this does not happen, it is prohibited to continue using. It is necessary to consult a doctor who will determine the appropriateness of further treatment.

With the rapid progression of the symptoms of the disease within 24 hours, it is necessary to stop treatment and consult a doctor. You can not independently prolong the course or increase the dosage. It is especially important to observe this rule in the 1st trimester of gestation, when the risk of complications is increased.

Drug interactions

Oscillococcinum during pregnancy (1 trimester is considered the most dangerous for women with a tendency to complications, therefore drugs are used with caution) it is not recommended to combine with any means, as this increases the risk of developing complications.

Despite this, if necessary, systemic medications from different groups can be prescribed. The development of negative reactions is not noted, which is associated with the herbal composition of the homeopathic medicine. The use of any means requires prior consultation with a doctor.

Storage conditions and periods

The drug can be stored for 5 years. During storage, it is important to exclude access to moisture and direct sunlight, and keep out of the reach of children. After the expiration date, it is prohibited to use the product. It is important to read the information on the packaging before using it.

Conditions of dispensing from pharmacies

Homeopathic medicine is dispensed at different pharmacy points without first presenting a certified prescription from a doctor.

Analogs

The medicine has no structural analogs, but there are remedies with similar properties, which also belong to the group of homeopathic ones.

Lymphomyosot

Homeopathic medicine in the form of drops for oral administration and solution for intramuscular administration, which contains a complex of herbal components. The tool is used in the chronic course of pathologies of the respiratory system.

The tool helps to shorten the recovery period and reduce the risk of complications against the background of the progression of the pathology. The drug is used in short and long courses. It is contraindicated in pregnancy, but in some cases, doctors may prescribe a remedy when urgently needed. The cost of an analogue is approximately 420-560 rubles.

Mucose Compositum

The drug is from the group of homeopathic remedies, which contains components of plant and mineral origin. The medicine is used for various diseases, including the defeat of the upper, lower parts of the respiratory system.

The medication is available in the form of a solution for intramuscular injection, it is prescribed in short and long courses, depending on the course of the disease. During pregnancy, the drug is prescribed when an urgent need arises. It is not used for children, the therapy regimen may differ in each case. The cost of the funds is approximately 500-650 rubles.

Oscillococcinum is considered a popular homeopathic remedy that is often used during pregnancy to alleviate the condition in case of damage to the respiratory system. In patients 1 and 3 trimester is not always easy, and viral and colds can only worsen the condition. That is why it is recommended to use relatively safe medicines. Treatment must be prescribed by a physician.

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