Cough lozenges for children and adults
The content of the article:
- How to use lozenges to treat cough
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Most Popular Cough Lozenges
- Dr. Theiss Angi Sept
- Dr. Mom
- Sage
- Alex-Plus
- Strepsils
- Bronchicum
- Linkas
- Travisil
- Video
Cough lozenges for children and adults are among the most gentle, but quite effective drugs, and are usually taken as an adjunct to the main therapy. Their second name is lozenges.
There are pastilles based on herbal, synthetic components, as well as combined preparations. Herbal cough lozenges are often made without the addition of dyes and other synthetic substances. They may include herbal extracts, essential oils, honey. Synthetic lozenges contain drugs, therefore, they have a more pronounced therapeutic effect. As a rule, antitussive lozenges do not interact with other drugs and do not interfere with their intake.
Cough Relief Lozenges are not intended for use in children under 3 years of age.
How to use lozenges to treat cough
The pastilles show good effectiveness in diseases of the upper and lower respiratory tract. They can be used for unproductive cough, which is observed with laryngitis, tracheitis, bronchitis - in such cases, they have a local effect on the mucous membrane of the throat, reduce inflammation, relieve irritation. It is especially convenient to use them if there is a need to get rid of a coughing attack outside the home. Despite its safety, it is recommended to use cough lozenges only after consulting a doctor (especially when treating children), since even the best and most effective medicines, if used uncontrolled, can harm the patient's health.
For the correct selection of lozenges for the treatment of cough, first of all, it is necessary to determine the cause of the cough and whether the patient has contraindications. So, patients with diabetes should make a choice in favor of sugar-free lozenges. If there are contraindications, the drug should not be taken.
Children under 3 years old should not be given lozenges, since there is a possibility that the patient will swallow them without dissolving, choke on the lollipop, or take it uncontrollably, mistaking it for candy. Usually babies for coughs are prescribed to take syrup. Lozenges containing menthol are not prescribed for children under 10 years of age.
Lozenges can be used when the first symptoms of respiratory illness appear. To achieve the maximum effect, it is necessary to completely dissolve the lozenges, they cannot be chewed or simply swallowed.
Contraindication to use is individual intolerance to the components of the drug, fever (body temperature 38 ° C and above), shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting. Some lozenges are not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
If an allergic reaction develops, the patient may experience itching and / or burning in the mouth, hyperemia of the mucous membrane, urticaria. Rare side effects of taking lozenges include headache, dizziness, daytime sleepiness, decreased appetite, nausea, and accelerated heart rate. If the patient has any side effects, stop using the drug and consult a doctor.
Lozenges for the treatment of cough should be stored out of the reach of children at a temperature not exceeding 30 ° C. Incorrect storage can cause the drug to be unsuitable for further use. You must familiarize yourself with how to properly store and use cough lozenges for resorption in the instructions for use of the drug.
Most Popular Cough Lozenges
Dr. Theiss Angi Sept
The Dr. Theiss Angi Sept pastilles with menthol and peppermint oil have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, local irritating effects. They are prescribed for the treatment and prevention of infectious and inflammatory diseases of the oral cavity and larynx. Not used to treat patients under 5-6 years old. Patients are advised to take 1 lozenge every 2-3 hours.
Dr. Theiss Angi Sept is not prescribed for children under five years of age
Dr. Mom
Lozenges Doctor Mom is a combined drug that has anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, analgesic, expectorant effects. The preparation contains extracts of ginger, licorice, emblica, menthol. They are prescribed for acute and chronic diseases of the respiratory tract (laryngitis, tracheitis, pharyngitis, bronchitis). Adults can take 1 lozenge every 2 hours. It is not recommended to use during pregnancy, lactation, diabetes mellitus.
Dr. Mom is used for both acute and chronic respiratory diseases
Sage
Sage cough lozenges have an expectorant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial effect and are prescribed for different types of cough. Depending on age, it is allowed to use from 3 to 6 lozenges per day. These lozenges are not recommended for pregnant women and women during breastfeeding, children under 5 years old, patients with acute nephritis.
Sage lozenges have antimicrobial effect
Alex-Plus
Pastilles Alex-Plus have an expectorant and bronchospasmolytic effect. They are prescribed for dry irritating cough (for acute and chronic diseases of the respiratory tract). The tool can be used to treat children from 4 years of age. The maximum daily dose is 8-20 lozenges, depending on the patient's age. Contraindicated in bronchial asthma, as well as pregnancy and lactation.
Strepsils
Lozenges Strepsils have antimicrobial effect, are effective against a large number of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, microscopic fungi. They are prescribed for infectious and inflammatory processes in the oral cavity and pharynx, as well as for various types of cough. The maximum dose is 8 lozenges per day. The tool is not used to treat patients under 5 years of age, in the presence of individual intolerance to the components.
Strepsils is used to treat diseases of the oropharynx, it can also be used for coughing
Bronchicum
Bronchicum pastilles have an expectorant, anti-inflammatory, mucolytic effect and are prescribed for coughing with sputum that is difficult to separate. Use 1-2 lozenges several times a day. The tool is contraindicated in the presence of allergies to the components of the drug.
Lozenges Bronikhkum help with poor sputum separation
Linkas
Linkas are plant-based lozenges. Provide a mild expectorant, bactericidal and mucolytic effect, are prescribed for coughing with sputum difficult to separate in a dose of up to 8 lozenges per day. The drug is contraindicated in case of individual intolerance.
Lozenges containing menthol are not allowed for children under 10 years of age
Travisil
Lozenges Travisil have an expectorant, mucolytic, anti-inflammatory effect. According to patient reviews, they are effective for tracheitis, bronchitis, tracheobronchitis. Take 1-2 tablets, depending on the patient's age, 3 times a day. Children under 6 years old, pregnant women and women who are breastfeeding are not prescribed the drug.
Travisil provides a mucolytic effect, therefore it is suitable for use in wet coughs
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Anna Aksenova Medical journalist About the author
Education: 2004-2007 "First Kiev Medical College" specialty "Laboratory Diagnostics".
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