Nemozole suspension for children: dosage, instructions on how to take

Nemozole - an effective suspension for children, used when the body is infected with parasites of various types. The medication is considered to be quite effective and relatively safe for patients when taken as directed by a doctor. The medicine helps to quickly eliminate the symptoms of the disorder, the dosage for patients is determined individually after the examination.

Indications for use

The drug is an antiparasitic drug with pronounced properties, which is effective in the treatment of parasitic pathologies of various origins and severity.

The main indications for prescribing a medicine:

• Trichocephalosis.
• Ascariasis at different stages of development.
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• Toxocariasis and giardiasis.
• Strongyloidosis.
• Tissue cestodoses.
• Neurocysticercosis.
• Echinococcosis.
• Enterobiasis.

These and some other pathologies of parasitic origin are successfully treated by taking a suspension in the right dosage.

Chemical composition

Nemozole is a suspension for children (the dosage of the drug is determined individually) based on albendazole, which acts as the main active ingredient and helps to eliminate the symptoms of pathological conditions. The component has antiparasitic properties and quickly destroys pathogens of various types.

The composition of the suspension includes several auxiliary ingredients that are necessary to preserve the chemical formula of the drug throughout the shelf life:

• Sodium carmellose.
• Cellulose in microcrystalline form.
• Benzoic acid.
• Fruit flavor.
• Purified water.
• Potassium hydroxide.
• Glycerol.

The substances also provide the taste and aroma of the medicine, making it easier for children to use. The amount of the active ingredient per 5 ml of the drug is 100 mg.

Release form

The medication can be purchased in different regions in the form of a suspension intended for oral use in a specific dosage. The suspension has a pleasant aroma and sweet taste. Its color is white or almost white, depending on the manufacturer's batch.

The medicine is packaged in 20 ml transparent glass containers. Vials are placed in small cardboard packages, in which you can also find a description indicating the features of treatment with a specific form of medication.

The cost of the suspension depends on the region of its distribution and some other nuances. The average price ranges from 170-220 rubles.

Pharmacodynamics

Nemozole is a suspension for children (the dosage of the active substance per 1 ml of the drug is 20 mg), which has antiparasitic properties and helps to get rid of the symptoms of helminthiasis provoked by various types parasites.

The main ingredient of the composition is active against many helminths that can enter the human body and multiply in the small intestine. In children, the likelihood of developing helminthiasis is slightly higher, especially before the age of 3 years.

Albendazole acts directly on parasites, disrupts the functioning of their cells and stops reproduction. As a result, helminths die quite quickly, after which they are evacuated with feces. When using the drug at the initial stage of the pathological state, the effect occurs faster, since parasites do not have time to multiply intensively and to a lesser extent poison the body with their products life activity.

The medicine also prevents re-infection of the body with parasites. When used by experts, the ability of the component to negatively affect the mobility of some types of pathogens of helminthiasis is noted.

Pharmacokinetics

After oral use of the drug, it is rather quickly distributed throughout the body. Absorption in the digestive tract is rather poor, since the agent acts mainly in the intestinal lumen.

Oral bioavailability rates are low, but they increase 5 times when the drug is used in combination with fatty foods. The concentration of the substance in the blood also increases in the case of such a combination. Food intake does not affect the therapeutic effect of the drug, but sometimes doctors recommend using it alone.

The processing of the component occurs in the patient's liver, where the main ingredient breaks down into metabolites. During the day, the excretion of metabolites occurs with the help of the kidneys. Doctors draw the attention of patients to the fact that disorders of the liver and kidneys can affect the time for processing and excretion of substances from the body.

Usually, the processing and excretion time takes no more than a day, but sometimes it is extended for 30 hours, which is often associated with diseases of the internal organs.

Application for children under 18 years of age

Nemozole is allowed to be used for children over 1 year old, the dosage for them is selected individually by the pediatrician. The suspension is intended for oral use only. A prerequisite for treatment is the preliminary identification of the type of pathogen.

Depending on the age of the patient and the specific disease, the dose and treatment regimen may differ, it is determined for the patient after receiving the results of laboratory tests. The standard method involves calculating the dose based on body weight. 1 kg of body weight accounts for 15 mg of the drug. If a teenager weighs 60 kg or more, he is prescribed a dosage that is used in adult therapy.

Disease	Treatment regimen and dosage
Ascariasis, trichocephalosis and other nematodes	The drug for such diseases is usually taken once. Children from 1 to 2 years old use 200 mg of the drug, that is, 10 ml once. For patients over 2 years of age, the dose is determined taking into account body weight. For adolescents weighing 60 kg or more, 400 mg of the suspension is prescribed, that is, 20 ml. In most cases, you do not need to repeat the reception.
Trichinosis	The duration of treatment for such a disorder is 10 days, if necessary, it can be extended up to 2 weeks. A single dosage is determined taking into account the body weight if the child's weight is less than 60 kg. If these figures are reached, a dose is prescribed, as for adults. Repeat the use 2 times a day
Giardiasis	Children with this disease can use the drug for 5 days, patients over 14 years old usually use an adult dose 1 time per day for 3 days. The dose for children under 14 years old is determined depending on the body weight. As with other disorders, there is 15 mg of the drug per 1 kg of weight.
Toxocariasis	Treatment of children under 14 years old is carried out for 7 days, but adolescents over 14 years old and adults use the suspension for 10 days. The dose is determined depending on the weight, adults and adolescents take 400 mg 2 times a day
Mixed invasions	Mixed forms of parasitic diseases usually manifest themselves with various symptoms from the digestive tract. In this case, the treatment lasts 3 days, and the remedy is taken in a single dosage 2 times a day. The dose for adolescents is 400 mg per dose, but for children it is determined depending on the weight. The definition of a specific norm is done according to the standard scheme.

Changing the dose and duration of the course is possible according to individual indications and only by a doctor.

Contraindications

Nemozole is a suspension for children, the dosage of which during therapy is determined individually, not assigned when identifying intolerance to the components of the composition or a tendency to such reactions in anamnesis of the patient.

Other barriers to treatment include:

• Severe pathologies of the liver and kidneys, in which the functioning of organs is disrupted and complications from other systems appear.
• The patient's age is up to 1 year. If necessary, safer medicines with similar properties are selected for children.
• Diseases of the visual apparatus, accompanied by damage to the retina.
• Diagnosing fructose intolerance.
• Pathologists of the digestive tract, in which the child has a risk of developing complications in the form of perforation of the wall of the stomach or intestines.
• The acute course of mental disorders.
• Hereditary pathologies of blood and red bone marrow.

During the examination and examination of the child, the pediatrician can identify individual contraindications for therapy that are not indicated in the official instructions.

Overdose

The development of an overdose is possible only as a result of accidental use of a high dose of the drug at a time. In this case, the patient is worried about various negative reactions, which are aggravated in the absence of medical assistance.

Patients develop acute abdominal pain, nausea and bouts of vomiting. Stool disorder often disturbs patients, accompanied by severe weakness, thirst and dryness of the mucous membranes of the oral cavity. As a result of prolonged persistence of symptoms, dehydration develops, accompanied by seizures, severe headache and other symptoms from the nervous system.

An overdose is considered a reason for an immediate refusal to use the medicine and refer to a specialist. The child is usually treated in a hospital. The first stage is gastric lavage, after which medications from the group of enterosorbents are prescribed. Symptomatic treatment depends on the specific manifestations. There is no standard regimen for all patients.

Side effects

Negative reactions can appear in patients even if all the doctor's recommendations are followed. But violation of the instructions often leads to such complications.

The most common negative symptoms are:

• Pain in the stomach, abnormal liver function, changes in liver function tests in blood tests. The drug can lead to indigestion, heartburn, and persistent nausea. Often, complications are manifested by repeated vomiting during the day.
• Bone marrow suppression is considered a less common blood system reaction. When biological material is irradiated under laboratory conditions, a decrease in the number of the most important blood cells is noted.
• In adolescents, complications can manifest themselves in the form of an increase in blood pressure indicators. Tachycardia and arrhythmia are sometimes observed, but such reactions are more common in adults.
• Renal failure can develop in patients with any chronic kidney disease. Depending on the state of the paired organ, a decrease or increase in the volume of daily diuresis is possible.
• A rare negative reaction is intense hair loss, which can lead to complete baldness. In children, such complications rarely occur, the frequency of their occurrence in adults is somewhat higher.

Allergy to the medication manifests itself in an acute form, accompanied by the appearance of a rash on the skin, severe itching and burning of tissues. Children often damage tissue when scratching the affected area. Especially often, tissue infection is observed in preschool children who cannot control their actions with severe itching.

Special recommendations

Nemozole is a suspension for children (the dosage of the drug for a patient weighing up to 60 kg is determined at the rate of 15 mg per 1 kg of body weight), prescribed only by a doctor after a preliminary examination and examination. When taking the medicine, you must avoid combining it with dairy products. Experts recommend avoiding dairy products during therapy and for 2 days after stopping treatment.

If a child develops a parasitic disease, it is recommended that all family members be treated to prevent re-infection and the development of complications. During the period of treatment of children, it is worthwhile to conduct a blood test in order to prevent the development of complications in the form of leukopenia.

Drug interactions

The medication should not be combined with other drugs that have the same properties or have the same composition. This can provoke severe complications from the digestive system.

Antihistamines, glucocorticosteroids can increase the concentration of the main ingredient in the blood, which often leads to the development of complications. A combination of medication with antibiotics, vascular, nootropic agents is allowed. There is no development of complications when the drug is combined with multivitamin complexes.

Storage conditions and periods

The drug may only be stored in a cool place, excluding exposure to sunlight and protecting it from children.

The maximum storage time is 3 years. After the expiration of this period, you must refuse to use.

Conditions of dispensing from pharmacies

Dispensing of funds in different pharmacies is carried out after presentation of a certified prescription form.

Analogs

The tool has analogues, many of which contain other components in the composition, but have the same properties. Substitutes can also contain the same active ingredient.

Vermox

One of the popular substitutes in the form of tablets and oral suspensions. The drug contains mebendazole. This component also has a pronounced antiparasitic effect and is effective in combating various types of parasites.

The drug is well absorbed in the body. The scheme of its use depends on the specific type of pathogen of the pathology. Tablets are indicated for children over 3 years old, the suspension can be used in the treatment of patients from 2 years old.

The cost of the medicine ranges from 120-180 rubles.

Sanoksal

A drug based on the same active component, used in the treatment of patients with parasitic pathologies of varying severity. The medicine is active against different groups of parasites, quickly helps to stop the symptoms.

Like the original, the medication is available in tablet form and as a suspension for oral administration. For children, the second option is used, which is associated with the high content of the main ingredient in the composition of the tablet.

The dosage and duration of the course for the patient is selected individually. The remedy less often leads to the development of complications when used correctly, can be used in short courses or within 2 weeks, if the doctor considers it appropriate. You can buy an analog for about 200-260 rubles.

Aldazole

Tableted medication based on albendazole, which is not available in the form of a suspension. It can only be prescribed to adults and children over 3 years of age when symptoms of a parasitic disease occur.

The remedy is active against many helminths, helps to quickly destroy them and prevents re-infection, provided it is used correctly. The tablets are prescribed in short courses, but their use is possible within 10-14 days. With mixed forms of helminthiasis, the drug is often used, since it is highly effective.

You can buy a medication for about 220 rubles. The cost may differ depending on the region of distribution.

Vermacar

A potent mebendazole-based substitute available as a suspension and oral tablet. A remedy is prescribed for helminthiasis of various origins and severity. It is allowed to be used in the therapy of patients over 2 years old.

The action of the agent almost does not differ from the effect on the body of the original, despite the presence of another active ingredient in the composition. You can buy tablets and suspensions for about 200-300 rubles. Today, the medication is not available in all pharmacies.

Nemozol is an effective suspension with antiparasitic properties, which is actively used for children in order to eliminate the symptoms of helminthiasis. The dosage of the medication and the duration of therapeutic use are determined individually for each child. Sometimes a single dose is enough, often it takes 2 weeks to get a pronounced therapeutic result.

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