Inhalations for children with "Lazolvanom": proportions, instructions. Reviews about the procedure

Inhalations have long been considered one of the best means for treating respiratory diseases. But rarely used to use them. After all, carrying out traditional steam inhalations is very difficult and has many contraindications. But in recent years the popularity of this procedure has become more extensive. This is due to the appearance of new inhalers and effective medicinal solutions to them. The procedure became simple, safe and very effective.

For its carrying out there are almost no contra-indications and age restrictions. For example, inhalations for children with "Lazolvanom" are used quite often to treat any diseases of the respiratory tract, accompanied by a dry cough. The procedure can be carried out even for the youngest children, it is considered safe and very effective. But it is not necessary to use it without the appointment of a doctor, and parents need to know everything about the preparation and the rules for carrying out inhalations.

Characteristics of "Lazolvana"

The drug refers to mucolytic agents. Its effectiveness is based on the action of ambroxol, which is part of its composition. This substance increases the secretion of mucus in the pulmonary canals and helps it outflow. Ambroxol does not accumulate in the tissues and almost does not penetrate the blood. Therefore, it is considered safe even for young children. And when carrying out inhalations, the drug rarely causes any side effects. "Lazolvan" is available in the form of tablets, syrup and solution. Cough helps any form of the drug. For inhalations, a solution is used, packaged in 100 ml bottles or 2 ml ampoules. In addition to ambroxol, its composition includes water, sodium chloride, citric acid and other auxiliary components.

Features of the drug

"Lazolvan" refers to drugs that dilute sputum and improve its excretion. The main active substance of the drug is ambroxol. Penetrating the respiratory tract, it increases the secretion of mucus in the pulmonary canals and reduces the viscosity of phlegm. In addition, ambroxol stimulates the release of an enzyme that dilutes it. As a result, the cough from the dry goes into the wet, as the sputum is more easily expectorated. The effectiveness of Lazolvana is also based on the fact that it increases the activity of the cilia of the bronchi, accelerating the outflow of mucus from the respiratory tract.

Inhalation with nebulizer

Modern electrical appliances for inhalations have greatly facilitated the conduct of this procedure. Nebulizers have made this treatment available to patients of any age, in addition, it became possible to use various medications for this. What is the advantage of such procedures?

• Inhalation with a nebulizer provides a rapid intake of the drug in the respiratory tract;
• The drug is sprayed into tiny particles, which increases its effectiveness;
• Inhalation is done with the help of cold steam or ultrasound, which allows it to be carried out even at elevated temperature;
• The use of the device greatly facilitated the procedure for bedridden patients and infants.

Rules of inhalation

There are certain rules for carrying out this procedure:

• The procedure is performed one hour after a meal;
• Do not inhale with nasal bleeding, high temperature and patients with heart failure;
• During the procedure, one should breathe calmly, deep breaths can provoke a cough;
• To small children inhalation is done with the help of a special mask;
• After the procedure, it is advisable to relax and not talk or eat for an hour;
• Solution for inhalation should be sterile, you can not use raw or boiled water; All the details of the nebulizer after use should be disinfected and well dried;
• You can not use the solution left after the procedure, again.

Features of inhalations with "Lazolvanom"

This method of drug delivery is considered the most effective. When inhaled, the medicine is sprayed onto the smallest particles and penetrates directly into the respiratory tract, immediately starting to act. Therefore, the curative effect is not visible in half an hour, as after taking the drug inside, but much earlier. The medicine by inhalation penetrates deeply into the respiratory tract, right up to the cilia of the epithelium of the bronchi and lungs. Therefore, it is so effective. What do you need to know in order to make an inhalation correctly?

1. To ensure optimal humidification of the air during the procedure, "Lazolvan" must be diluted with physiological 1: 1 solution and warmed to body temperature.
2. Inhalations for children with "Lazolvanom" are done with the help of any kind of nebulizer, except for the steam. It is important that the drug is sprayed into small particles, but not by heating. Most often use a compressor or ultrasonic nebulizer.
3. If a child has bronchial asthma, then inhalation is done only after taking bronchodilators, otherwise "Lazolvan" can provoke bronchospasm.
4. The drug can not be used for children longer than five days, even in the form of inhalations. If improvement does not occur, be sure to consult with your doctor.
5. Inhalation for children with "Lazolvanom" is not recommended at night. After all, the drug stimulates the withdrawal of phlegm, so the cough can increase.

Combination with other drugs

"Lazolvan" is easily tolerated by patients, but not with all medications it can be used together. For example, drugs that suppress cough, it is contraindicated to combine with this, as this can make sputum removal difficult. Most often, when carrying out the inhalation, "Lazolvan" is mixed with saline. This is necessary for additional moistening of the respiratory tract and better liquefaction of mucus. Inhalation with "Lazolvanom" and saline solution for children is the most common way to treat dry cough. In severe inflammatory diseases, the doctor may prescribe several drugs for inhalation. In this case, it is recommended to first make a procedure with bronchodilators to expand the bronchi, then 15 minutes later - with "Lazolvanom".

After a while after sputum withdrawal, inhalation is made with an anti-inflammatory drug. But with some medicines "Lazolvan" is combined in one procedure. This is done to quickly relieve the patient's condition with bronchial asthma or obstructive bronchial or lung disease. Most often in this case, inhalation with Berodual and Lazolvan is used. For children, this combination is allowed only after 6 years.

When inhalation with Lazolvan is used

Their use in diseases accompanied by a dry cough or cough with difficult formation of viscous sputum is shown. It can be both acute respiratory diseases and chronic bronchopulmonary diseases. When do they prescribe inhalation for children with Lazolvan?

• With acute or chronic bronchitis;
• Pneumonia;
• Bronchial asthma;
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease;
• With acute respiratory infections, accompanied by a painful dry cough.

Inhalations with "Lazolvanom": dosage for children

Before use, the drug must be mixed with saline. Dosage and duration of treatment should be prescribed by a doctor. But there are general recommendations for how to do inhalation with Lazolvan for children. The proportions of the drug and saline are 1: 1. It is in this case that the optimal moistening of the respiratory tract and the action of the medication are ensured. But sometimes it is recommended to add saline slightly more.

How much should you take medicines while carrying out inhalation with "Lazolvan" for children? The proportions are calculated according to the age of the child. Usually, up to 2 years, it is not recommended to use more than 1 ml of the drug, which is 25 drops. Children under 6 years of age use 2 ml of medication for inhalation, in this case it is convenient to use ampoules. Dosage for the older child is the same as for adults - 3-4 ml. But a little shorter is to be inhaled with Lazolvan for children. How many minutes to do it, interests all parents. It is not recommended to tighten the procedure for more than 5 minutes and do it more often 2-3 times a day.

Contraindications and side effects of inhalation

For the application of "Lazolvana" there are no contraindications, except for individual intolerance. The drug is used even during pregnancy and breastfeeding. But inhalations with this medicine can not always be used. In severe cases of respiratory or cardiovascular failure, with frequent nasal bleeding and high temperature, it is not recommended to perform the procedure. In some cases, the appearance of an allergic rash after inhalation or the development of anaphylactic shock. But this happens only with an overdose or improper application of the drug. In general, the side effects develop after taking the medicine inside. It can be nausea, heartburn, or abdominal pain.

Inhalation with Lazolvan for children under one year

There are no age limits for the application of the procedure with this drug. After all, it is used even during pregnancy, and this has a favorable effect on the development of the baby's respiratory system. A newborn, especially premature babies, "Lazolvan" is prescribed for the prevention and treatment of respiratory syndrome.

But the procedure should be carried out only under the supervision of a doctor. More adult children are prescribed inhalation with "Lazolvanom" with a severe dry cough. Without consulting a doctor, you should not choose a drug to treat your child. Dosage at this age is calculated individually, and inhalation is done no more than 3 minutes only under the supervision of adults and with the help of a quality device.

Reviews about the procedure

Many parents, before applying any method of treatment on their child, try to find out how he acted on other children. Especially this refers to the use of such a new device as a nebulizer. And recently doctors often even began to administer inhalation with "Lazolvan" for children.

Parents' comments about this procedure are contradictory: some did not like it, because the children did not take it very well. But in one thing everyone is unanimous: inhalation helps to cope with a dry cough. Therefore, many parents recommend buying a nebulizer in the event that the baby is often sick. Inhalation with Lazolvan for a child of 3 years is one of the best ways to cope with a dry cough. After all at this age, children are already calmly perceiving the mask from the nebulizer on the face and can sit quietly for five minutes.