The drug "Panadol child". Instruction, description and reviews

The medicinal preparation "Panadol" for children (more commonly known as "Paracetamol", because it is the main substance in its composition, it is he) can be found in pharmacies in various dosage forms. Depending on the age, disease, individual sensitivity, children may be prescribed capsules, suppositories, effervescent powder, syrup, oral solution, infusion solution, suspensions and tablets.

The drug "Panadol" in any form acts on the human body as a substance that not only reduces temperature, but also relieves headache, muscle and toothache. Thinking that the drug is harmless, it is often used in any doses and for any reason. Therefore, many patients experience allergies, liver dysfunction, dizziness and other side effects. Therefore, it is necessary to understand the properties of this drug, the rules of its use and dosage. And since this medicine is prescribed for children, it is especially important to know.

With the correct intake of antipyretic medicine "Panadol" for children - the instruction states this - there is no negative effect on the body of either the adult or the child. It refers to analgesics and antipyretics, i.e. To a group of drugs that can alleviate pain and "knock down" the temperature, as it includes paracetamol and caffeine.

The medicine "Panadol" for children, the instruction indicates this, is prescribed by the doctor for migraines and severe headaches, flu and various viral infections, inflammation of the respiratory system, tonsillitis, tonsillitis, lesions of the oral mucosa, neuralgia, rheumatism, neuritis and some other diseases.

There is an opinion that the use of antipyretics, reduces the defenses of the body and he does not fight disease. Recent studies have shown that drugs do not in any way affect the antiviral struggle, but only eliminate such unpleasant sensations as headache, weakness and others.

As for the metabolism of paracetamol and caffeine, their cleavage occurs in the liver and is excreted well by the kidneys. Both substances are perfectly absorbed and do not irritate the gastrointestinal system, are evenly distributed among cells and tissues.

But before taking the drug "Panadol" for children, the instruction indicates that it is necessary to pay attention to some of its contraindications to exclude all side effects.

Tablets for children under 12 should not be given. Cautiously appoint it and with increased pressure, kidney and liver dysfunction, epilepsy.

If the drug is prescribed to children, it is best to use, for example, effervescent tablets. They are not only more pleasant to drink, but due to the immediate release of active ingredients, they act instantly and lower the temperature without irritating the gastric mucosa. The tablet should only be dissolved in half a glass of water and then drunk. It should be noted that the high content of sugar and citric acid, which are part of the effervescent tablet, do not work well on the enamel of the teeth.

Children who have a certain tendency to vomiting and who categorically refuse to take syrups and tablets prescribe a drug in the form of candles. Use the drug "Panadol" (candles) for children instruction advises, starting from 6 months to two and a half years. There are following cases for taking medication in this form: ARVI, influenza, chickenpox, scarlet fever, whooping cough, measles, painful teething, otitis, sore throat, etc. The dosage of this antipyretic drug depends on the child's age and body weight. Their action comes quickly, the effect lasts 7-8 hours. But it is necessary to know that when bleeding in the rectum and inflammations, it is strictly forbidden to inject candles.

In most cases, the drug "Panadol" for children, the instruction for its use gives a detailed description of all the nuances of use, is well tolerated by the child's body. It is very rare to notice an allergic reaction, manifested as a rash, itching and so on. In some cases, when using antipyretic syrup, children may experience abdominal pain, as well as nausea and vomiting. Children who are particularly sensitive to the drug may have other, more serious consequences: lowering blood sugar, anemia, bronchial spasms, etc.

Doctors recommend taking it according to the scheme: in the morning and in the afternoon give the children a pill or syrup, and in the evening use candles. But, no matter how the child's dosage form of the drug "Panadol" is chosen for the treatment of the child, the instruction advises to study carefully all contraindications and only then to begin the reception.