Unfortunately, with the manifestations of allergic reactions, almost every mother faces her child, whether it's red cheeks after eating a chocolate or an allergy to diapers. One of the drugs that help fight allergies is Fenistil. In our article, can you read whether Fenistil can be given to newborns, how to take it correctly, and what side effects it has.
Fenistil for newborns - can I give it?
According to the manufacturer, at present fenistil is one of the safest antihistamines, which replaced the usual Suprastin and Tavegil. Its action is the blockade of histamine receptors. Thanks to this, Fenistil is approved for use from infancy: it can be given to babies starting from the second month of life. With regard to the effectiveness of this tool and the possible side effects, then everything depends on the individual reaction of the child's body. Many parents note that for their child this drug was useless or even caused side effects. Therefore, after the child receives Fenistila, you must carefully monitor the baby, noting any change in his state of health and behavior. At the slightest alarming symptoms, you should stop giving your child Fenistil, and as soon as possible consult a doctor for advice. Possible side effects after taking Fenistila are:
- drowsiness;
- nausea;
- headache;
- hyperexcitation;
- dizziness;
- the occurrence of episodes of nocturnal apnea;
- edema;
- skin reactions (rash);
- muscle spasm.
Fenistil - form of release and indications for use
The drug is produced in two dosage forms: drops and gel. Drops Fenistil is used in the treatment of allergic diseases and allergic reactions to food. For newborns, Fenistil drops are most often used as a preventive agent in order to prevent possible allergic reactions during vaccination. With a prophylactic goal for newborns, Fenistil drops are prescribed for three days before inoculation. Fenistil is also able to alleviate the condition of the child with various childhood infectious diseases: measles , rubella , chickenpox, as well as with insect bites and diathesis. In this case, the combined administration of the drug is indicated: orally in the form of drops and externally in the form of a gel.
Fenistil for newborns: how to take?
How can I give Fenistil to a newborn baby? The maximum daily dose of drops Fenistil for babies from one month to one year should not exceed 30 drops. The necessary amount of medicine is calculated depending on the weight of the baby's body (2 drops per 1 kg of body weight). The resulting dose is broken down into two or three doses, adding the drug to the bottle with the milk mixture, diluting in water or giving undiluted with a spoon. It should be remembered that Fenistil can not be added to a hot drink or food. Drops have a pleasant taste, so their reception does not usually cause a protest in children.
Fenistil for newborns: contraindications
Fenistil can not be used in the following cases:
- to children under the age of 1 month;
- preterm infants up to 3 months of age;
- with individual hypersensitivity to the drug;
- with chronic and acute diseases of the lungs and bladder.
Do not exceed the prescribed dose of the drug. Treatment for overdose is directed to the maintenance of cardiovascular and respiratory systems and detoxification of the body. In children with an overdose, the following symptoms are observed:
- convulsions;
- hallucinations;
- chills;
- fever;
- cardiopalmus;
- retention of urine.