Young children often suffer from respiratory diseases, which is caused by an unformed immunity. In our material, we will consider the use of a drug such as Flemoxine Soluteb for children, which effectively fights against the common cold.
Drug description
The antibacterial effect of this agent is due to its main active ingredient: amoxicillin trihydrate belongs to the group of penicillin antibiotics. Many pediatricians prescribe this drug in the expectation that it can quickly resolve the "root of the problem." And so that the product is more actively absorbed and does not cause discomfort when used, a number of auxiliary ingredients are also added to it, including:
- stearic acid;
- flavors;
- vanillin;
- alimentary fiber;
- sodium saccharinate.
Flemoksin Solyutab sold in the form of oblong tablets of light yellow color. One pill is easy to split into halves due to the brightly highlighted risks in the middle.
The drug has a different concentration of the active substance (from 125 to 1000 mg) - its quantity will be indicated on the packaging and on the tablet itself in the form of numbers.
This is very helpful if the drug for any reason was unpacked - you can easily recognize the concentration simply by examining the information on the tablet.
The following digital stamps indicate the amount of active substance:
- 231 - 125;
- 232 - 250;
- 233 - 500;
- 236 - 1000.
The tablets themselves are placed in a blister pack, the amount depends on the concentration of the drug.
Indications for use
This remedy is indicated for use in any infections that are caused by the presence of bacteria (they must be sensitive to amoxicillin). The use of Flemoxin Soluteb is quite wide. It is prescribed for the treatment of the following diseases:
Nose, ear, throat. These include: otitis, inflammation of the sinuses, throat diseases, including sore throat.- ARVI: with respiratory infections that lead to inflammation of the bronchi, lungs.
- Genitourinary system. With this drug you can treat cystitis, urethritis, inflammation of the kidneys.
- Intestinal infections.
- Skin (if we talk about purulent processes).
Nose, ear, throat. These include: otitis, inflammation of the sinuses, throat diseases, including sore throat.But it should be remembered that this medicine can only cope with diseases and inflammations caused by bacteria - if we talk about viral infections, then other means and drugs help.
In addition, despite the wide range of actions, this tool does not cope with all bacteria. So, taking Flemoxin Solutab will be useless in the presence of such strains as:
- streptococci;
- Helicobacter pylori;
- salmonella;
- gonorrhea.
What are the contraindications to receive
This antibiotic is prescribed by no means always, since, like any drug, it has its own contraindications.
These include:
- Intolerance to the components of the drug.
- Individual sensitivity to antibiotics of this type.
It is for this reason that you need to get expert advice - self-prescribing medications, especially such powerful ones, should not be given to children.
Also during the reception you need to carefully monitor the reaction of the child's body - in the presence of allergies or other manifestations of intolerance, you should consult a doctor to prescribe another medication.
Pediatric dosage medication
In addition, it is very important to correctly calculate the dosage - this should also deal with the doctor, given the age and weight of the child. Thus, according to the instructions, for 1 kg of the child’s weight (if we are talking about infants), 30-60 mg (daily dose of the drug) is accounted. For example, if a child weighs 10 kg, then a day can give him no more than 600 mg of the drug, and the portion should be divided into two doses.
For children older than 1 year, the dose is calculated on the basis of age:
| Age | Dosage (per reception), in mg | Number of receptions per day |
|---|---|---|
| 1-3 | 125 | 2-3 |
| 3-10 | 375 | 2-3 |
| over 10 | 500 | 2 |
But more detailed information will still give the attending physician.
Basic admission rules
The instructions to the drug say that the time of taking Flemoxin Soluteb does not affect the absorption, but to avoid irritation of the gastric mucosa, it is best to take the drug after a meal. The tablet should be swallowed with a small amount of water.
It is more convenient for small children to chew it, especially since the preparation has a rather pleasant taste. Infants who are hard on giving the drug in pill form can ease the process of taking:
- Make a syrup. Dissolve one tablet in 5 ml of water, mix everything thoroughly - the mixture will be slightly thickish, but sweet, pleasant to the taste.
- Prepare a suspension for oral administration: dissolve the tablet in 150-200 ml of water.
The course of treatment depends on the severity of the disease: in the case of a mild cold, Flemoxin Solutab is taken not more than 5 days, in severe form - up to 10 days.
Side Effects and Overdose
Since Flemoxine Soluteb belongs to the penicillin group of antibiotics, the following side effects may occur after taking the drug:
- skin rashes (somewhat resembling urticaria);
- angioedema.
There may also be other side effects from systems and organs:
- Gastrointestinal tract. Attacks of nausea, vomiting, upset stool, lack of appetite.
- Urogenital. It happens that when taking the funds develops interstitial nephritis.
- Hematopoiesis. When receiving the drug, there may be a decrease in the level of neutrophils, in rare cases, doctors diagnose hemolytic anemia.
Overdose when taking this drug is manifested by such signs as:
- nausea and vomiting - in this case, you need to wash the stomach;
- problems in the work of the intestine - is assigned to receive the adsorption
- violation of water balance - taking electrolyte solution.
special instructions
Acceptance of this tool can lead to the development of non-allergic rash, because this drug is prescribed with caution to children suffering from infectious mononucleosis or lymphocytic leukemia.
If mild diarrhea started from taking the medication, you should not take antidiarrheal drugs immediately, most likely, the problem will disappear in just a few hours. But if a stool disorder is disturbed for a long time, it is best to consult a doctor.
It is also worth noting that over time microflora becomes insensitive to Flemoxin Soluteb, which can cause the development of superinfection. In this case, the doctor must make the appropriate changes to the treatment.
Interaction with other drugs
It is noted that when taking this drug with the simultaneous use of other drugs based on rifampicin, celaphosporin, the effect of drugs is enhanced.
It is also not recommended to take Flemoksin Solutab with sulfonamides - in this case, the effect of the agent will be significantly weakened.
And when taken concomitantly with phenylbutazone or probenicide, excretion of Flemoxin Soluteb is slowed down from the body.
Price, which analogues exist
The cost of the drug Flemoxin Solutab averages 350 rubles.
It is quite simple to choose an analogue for him - there are quite a few of them in a different price segment. In addition, the doctor may prescribe an antibiotic with another active ingredient (for example, if you are hypersensitive to amoxicillin trihydrate).
Consider the most popular analogues:
- Amosin. Cost - from 25 to 60 rubles.
- Ecobol - from 50 to 150 rubles, depending on the dosage.
- Ospamox (powder) - around 250 rubles.
It is also worth remembering such a tool as Augmentin, which is also an analogue of Flemoxin Solutab, since it contains clavulanic acid.
Why choose this drug
Flemoksin Solyutab - one of the most famous medicines that are prescribed for acute respiratory infections, colds, other diseases caused by bacteria. To assess its advantages over other drugs, it is worth noting the main advantages of the tool:
- One of the few medicines that can be given even to babies.
- The drug is very rapidly absorbed, and its reception does not depend on whether the child ate or not. Moreover, the drug reaches its maximum concentration in the blood within two hours after administration.
- Since the drug is resistant to acid, amoxicillin is not destroyed in the stomach.
- Flemoxin Solutab is evenly distributed throughout the blood, tissues, organs.
- Has no tendency of active accumulation - about 60% of the drug is excreted in the urine. The body of the baby "gets rid" of the drug within 8 hours, a more adult child - in 4 hours. However, if the baby suffers from kidney problems, the elimination period is extended.
Reviews
We have collected for you a few reviews about the reception of this tool:
I try to minimize the use of medicines in treating my children, but if the temperature lasts for 2-4 days, I try to give them Flemoxine Solutab: the symptoms go away quickly, there are no complications. The price bites, but the effect is good from this medicine.
Marina, 34 years old
Solyutab attracts me because it dissolves easily in water: it is very difficult for a small child to take pills. Acts quickly, does not give any complications, despite the fact that the baby is only two years old. There are cheaper analogues, but I do not mind 350 rubles for a high-quality drug.
Olga, 24 years old
I take the drug myself with strong diseases, with cystitis, and recently a pediatrician prescribed my child - recently there was a fever, stayed for almost three days, but literally one day after taking the baby's condition improved. I make a suspension, which is very convenient. Yes, the price is high compared with peers, but the result is excellent.
Kristina, 30 years old
Now you know why doctors prescribe this drug so often. But you need to take it only after visiting the pediatrician and under his control.
