What antipyretics at a high temperature in adults is better and more effective?

Elevated body temperature is a protective reaction of the body to the penetration of infectious agents. Each of us has faced a similar condition, so antipyretic drugs for adults can be called the most popular drugs that are literally swept off the shelves of pharmacies in the flu season and colds.

However, do not forget that the temperature should not be brought down to a certain limit, because this is how the organism counteracts the infection. But in those cases when the patient's well-being worsens, and the high temperature aggravates the condition and threatens the development of complications, it is necessary to fight it. How to choose the right drug among a wide range of antipyretic drugs presented on the shelves of pharmacies? This will help you with our review, in which we will talk about the features, properties and methods of using the most popular medicines.

Antipyretics for adults at high temperature - types

How does the medicine work against heat? With an increase in temperature in the patient's body, the formation of prostaglandin E( an active mediator of inflammation), which is the main cause of fever, begins. Antipyretics stop all this process and inhibit the synthesis of prostaglandin, resulting in a decrease in body temperature.

All antipyretics for adults can be divided into non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs( NSAIDs) and opioid analgesics. The list of antipyretic drugs is extensive, only NSAIDs are currently represented by 15 drug groups. Each remedy has its own characteristics and is characterized by the degree of analgesic, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory effect. After the appearance on the pharmaceutical market, NSAIDs quickly replaced opioid analgesics, due to the fact that drugs of this group had fewer dangerous side effects associated with respiratory depression. Let us dwell in more detail on the representatives of this group of drugs.

Antipyretic NSAIDs fall into two categories:

• Preparations of the first generation( paracetamol, indomethacin, aspirin, ibuprofen, citramone, etc.) have a powerful anti-inflammatory effect, but they provoke a number of negative reactions. Among them, the development of bronchospasm, violations of the liver and kidneys, ulcerative lesions of the digestive tract.
• Antipyretics of the second generation are produced on the basis of coxib, meloxicam and nimesulide. They are safer, lacking the flaws of their predecessors, but can cause cardiovascular disorders.

Doctors recommend that adult patients take single-component drugs to reduce temperature. Such tools act faster and are better absorbed. Of course, when taking it is necessary to follow the recommended dosages and do not combine drugs with a similar action to prevent overdose. Statistics show that in older patients doctors are more likely to prescribe antipyretic drugs of the first generation.

The best antipyretic drugs for adults

Antipyretics are produced in various dosage forms: in the form of tablets, capsules, solutions for injections, syrups, suspensions, rectal suppositories. Candles and sweet syrups are usually prescribed to small patients. For adults, it is preferable to take drugs in a tablet form. In severe cases, when the temperature rises to pathological values, injectable solutions are used, they act faster and more efficiently than their analogues.

In other cases, adult patients are prescribed antipyretics in tablets. Let's consider more in detail properties and a way of application of the most popular preparations:

1. Paracetamol .The drug has a pronounced analgesic and antipyretic effect. With the inflammatory process, this tool does not work so effectively. Based on the patient's feedback, paracetamol quickly reduces heat. In addition, it does not contain harmful chemical components( dyes, flavors), which are present in the composition of antipyretic powders for the preparation of hot drinks. Adults use paracetamol in tablets of 500 mg. The daily dose should not exceed 4 g, since the active substance can cause undesirable side reactions from the digestive and nervous system. Contraindications to the use of paracetamol are kidney and liver pathologies, chronic alcoholism, individual intolerance. The average price of the drug is 17 rubles.
2. Voltaren .The main active ingredient of this drug is diclofenac sodium. Voltaren well relieves pain syndrome and fights with a febrile condition. The standard dose for adult patients is 1 tablet up to 3 times a day. The average price of Voltaren is 500 rubles.
3. Ibuklin is a derivative of paracetamol. This combination consists of paracetamol and ibuprofen. Ibuklin is well tolerated by almost all patients and gives an ideal therapeutic effect. Produced in tablets. Adults drug is recommended for 1 tablet three times a day. Contraindications to the use of Ibkulina - ulcerative processes, pregnancy, lactation, liver and kidney pathology, chronic alcoholism. The approximate cost is 118 rubles.

1. Panadol .One of the most popular antipyretic drugs. The active substance is paracetamol. The drug is available in the form of film-coated tablets, syrup( for children), effervescent tablets and rectal suppositories. Has a minimum of contraindications. Among them, individual sensitivity, liver disease and hematopoiesis. Among the side effects in rare cases, there are allergic reactions to the drug, dyspepsia, changes in blood counts. The price of the drug depends on the form of release, and starts at 40 rubles( for tablets).
2. Cefecon H .The basis of the drug is acetylsalicylic acid. Helps with febrile conditions, perfectly removes pain, stops the inflammatory process. The drug is released in the form of rectal suppositories. Adults can apply no more than three suppositories per day.

1. Caldrex .The drug is produced in two forms: in tablets and powder( Coldrex Hotrem).The composition of the drug includes caffeine, paracetamol, ascorbic acid, etc. Coldrex quickly reduces body temperature, relieves pain and relieves the symptoms of colds: a runny nose, nasal congestion. It is not recommended to use the drug for more than 5 days in a row. This tool has quite a lot of contraindications. This pathology of the liver, kidneys, heart disease, diabetes, glaucoma, alcoholism, etc. Therefore, before use, consult a specialist and clarify the dosage of the drug. The average price of Coldrex is 163 rubles.
2. Indomethacin .One of the most active NSAIDs of the first generation, the main active ingredient of which is indolylacetic acid. When infectious and inflammatory diseases of the ENT - the organs contribute to the relief of the condition, shows antipyretic and analgesic properties. Produced in the form of tablets and candles. Compared with the tablet form, candles give a faster effect and do not cause side effects. The cost of the drug is from 90 rubles.
3. Fulfillment of ( capsules).The combined preparation of the prolonged action, is intended for treatment of a flu and ARVI.It has powerful analgesic properties, fights with fever, feverish conditions and rhinorrhea. The basis of the drug is chlorphenamine, paracetamol and phenylephrine. Paracetamol anesthetizes, lowers temperature, alleviates headaches, joint and muscle pain. Chlorphenamine exhibits antiallergic effect, eliminates itching and irritation of mucous membranes, eliminates lachrymation. Phenylephrine narrows the blood vessels and reduces the swelling of the mucous respiratory tract and nasopharynx.

The Witch has a lot of contraindications. Atherosclerosis of the arteries, hypertension, renal and hepatic pathology, glaucoma, diabetes mellitus, heart disease, ulcerative lesions of the gastrointestinal tract, hypersensitivity, pregnancy, lactation, etc. The drug can cause side effects from various body systems, so it should be taken as prescribed by the doctorand do not exceed the indicated dosages. The price of the medicine is from 175 rubles.

• Efferalgan. The drug belongs to the group of analgesics-antipyretics. Its basis is paracetamol. Produced in the form of effervescent tablets, rectal suppositories, for children Efferalgan produced in the form of sweet syrup and solution. Restrictions on medication are blood diseases, liver and kidney pathology, hypersensitivity to components, pregnancy, lactation. The cost of the drug is from 200 rubles.
• Tylenol. A drug based on paracetamol, designed to treat the symptoms of colds. Effectively copes with pain syndrome and fever, having a direct effect on the centers of thermoregulation and pain. The main contraindications and side effects are similar to other medicines, the basis of which is paracetamol. It differs in a variety of dosage forms and is available in the form of capsules, suppositories, effervescent powder, suspension and drinking solution. The cost of the drug is from 200 to 450 rubles.
• Teraflu. It is an effective combined remedy in the fight against high fever, any kind of pain, cough and chills. The preparation includes paracetamol, ascorbic acid, chlorphenamine, phenyramine, phenylephrine, lidocaine and also dyes and sweeteners. Produced in the form of powder for the preparation of antipyretic solution, granules for the preparation of solution, tablets for resorption and in the shell, in the form of drops and syrup( for children).Contraindications to use: a violation of the liver, kidney failure, diabetes, pregnancy, the period of breastfeeding, etc. The cost of the drug from 190 rubles.
• Rince and Rinzasip. They differ in their form and composition. Rinza is available in the form of tablets to relieve pain and fever. The tablets include paracetamol, caffeine and other excipients. Rinsasip( in the form of a powder for making hot drinks) effectively removes pain and fever. Both drugs have a number of contraindications: heart disease, kidney and liver function disorders, glaucoma, arterial hypertension, pregnancy, diabetes, etc. The price is from 160 rubles.

• Aspirin. This drug is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. Gives an excellent antipyretic, analgesic effect and helps reduce blood clotting. It should be remembered that Aspirin can not be taken to treat the flu. Otherwise, bleeding may occur. The main contraindications: erosion, ulcerative lesions of the digestive tract, diathesis, hemophilia, violations of the liver and kidneys, pregnancy, individual intolerance, etc. Adults should not take more than 150 mg per day. Aspirin is released in the form of regular and effervescent tablets.
• Nurofen. The preparation includes ibuprofen and other auxiliary substances. Produced in the form of rectal suppositories, effervescent and film-coated tablets. It has an excellent antipyretic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect. Nurofen has a number of contraindications: erosion and ulcers of the gastrointestinal tract, heart failure, Crohn's disease, etc. The cost of the drug is from 133 rubles.
• Analgin. The main active substance of the drug is metamizole sodium. Has analgesic, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory effect. It is recommended for various types of pain, fever, infectious inflammation. Drugs Baralgin and Trialgin are derivatives of Analgin. Such medications can not be taken with kidney and liver pathologies, blood diseases, glucose deficiency, and individual intolerance. The average cost of drugs in this group is from 40 to 120 rubles.

When should I bring down the temperature?

Any antipyretics do not eliminate the cause of the disease, but only arrest individual symptoms of the disease and facilitate overall health. Therefore, if you have the opportunity 2-3 days to comply with bed rest, stop taking antipyretics in favor of classical methods of treatment: cold compresses, airing the room, a plentiful hot drink with honey, lemon and herbs.

At subfebrile temperature( 37-37, 5 °), there is no need to take antipyretics. If the state of health worsens and the temperature rises above 38.5 °, it is necessary to call a doctor and follow his recommendations. Take antipyretics should be in the following cases:

• if the body temperature in an adult rises to 39 ° C;
• if there are chronic diseases of the central nervous system, cardiovascular and respiratory system, take the medication at 38 ° C;
• with poor tolerance of hyperthermia;
• with a tendency to develop seizures;
• when attaching bacterial infection.

If, after taking antipyretics, the patient's body temperature has dropped to normal values, do not give him a second dose until the thermometer's column goes up again. If the temperature does not return within 1 hour, you should consult a doctor.

Recommendations

Doctor's consultation

When taking antipyretics, give preference to one-component medications, since the use of beautiful packaged medicines can cause a number of negative consequences and side effects. The reason is overdose. To avoid dangerous complications, it is best to let the body fight it out with the disease itself. It must be remembered that during the reception of a multicomponent drug, you can not take other medications. When the body takes one drug, it needs much less energy for its assimilation, so do not overload it with harmful dyes and preservatives that contain packaged products intended for the preparation of hot drinks.

Rapid relief after taking antipyretics in pouches often leads to the fact that a person begins to perceive it as a safe therapeutic drink, forgetting that the preparation contains strong active ingredients. To avoid an overdose, taking any antipyretics should not last more than three consecutive days without consulting a specialist.

Do not forget about many serious diseases that lead to serious consequences. After all, taking antipyretic drugs distorts the clinical picture and makes it difficult to make the right diagnosis. This leads to the fact that the doctor can not understand the exact cause of your condition and assess the severity of the disease. Another limitation relates to taking antibiotics. If the doctor prescribed them, do not combine these funds with antipyretic drugs.

Thus, despite the availability of a large range of medicines designed to combat fever and heat, uncontrolled use of them is dangerous. In any case, preliminary consultation of the attending physician is necessary, self-medication should not be dealt with.

Reviews for antipyretics for adults

Review No.1

Probably everyone knows such pills as Paracetamol. This tool is almost universal and can be used as an anesthetic for muscle, dental and other pain. In my medicine chest, paracetamol is always present in case of a cold.

I use it as an antipyretic, and I must say, it always helps. And paracetamol costs several times cheaper than other means. The same Panadol - just a publicized drug in which the active ingredient is the same paracetamol.

Of course, he also has contraindications: you can not take paracetamol to people with kidney and liver diseases. I do not have any of this, therefore at the raised temperature first of all I take this remedy.

Ekaterina, Moscow

Review №2

I have quite weak immunity, and I try to always monitor my health. But what to do when illness and unpleasant cold symptoms can not be avoided? Personally, I first drink Teraflu.

He helps me get back on the feet the next day. At the same time 2-3 packets are enough, but they cost about 30 rubles each. It is quite simple to apply it: fall asleep in a mug and pour hot water. It is advisable to take it at an early stage of the disease - so it is guaranteed to help you. The temperature is knocked down quickly and eliminates other catarrhal symptoms.

Olga, Novosibirsk