Immunokind for children: instructions for use
The immune system of a small child is not yet fully formed, so in childhood there are often diseases such as tonsillitis, otitis, sinusitis, bronchitis, and so on. However, many babies get sick often, and recover slowly.
To strengthen their immunity, to make the child's body more resistant to infections and colds, the doctor can prescribe the homeopathic medicine Immunokind. This complex German medicine with natural ingredients accelerates the maturation of the immune system and helps to cope with colds faster.
Release form
Immunokind is one of the products of Alpen Pharma, which also produces such popular products as Prospan, "Dentokind», «Influcid», «Cinnabsin"And"Tonsilotren».
The only form of Immunokind are homeopathic pills. They are small, round and white in color. They are sold in glass bottles for 150 pieces.
Composition
The effect of "Immunokind" on the human body is due to 4 active compounds.
These include:
- Calicium carbonicum of Hahnemanni, also called carbonated lime;
- Calcium Fluoratum, i.e. a compound of calcium and fluorine;
- Calcium phosphoricum, i.e. calcium phosphate;
- sulphur iodine (iodate), which is also called sulfur iodine.
Each tablet contains such substances in a dosage of 20 mg. At the same time, the homeopathic dilution of all calcium compounds is D6, and that of iodide sulfur is D12. Auxiliary ingredients of the drug are magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose and talc. The basis for these active homeopathic ingredients is lactose.
Operating principle
The components of Immunokind are involved in the formation of immunity and help strengthen it, protecting the children's body from the action of adverse factors.
Taking pills accelerates the processes that lead to recovery from acute respiratory infections, as a result of which the disease goes faster.
Indications
The drug is used in inflammatory processes in the respiratory tract - both in acute diseases for faster recovery, and in recurrent pathologies for the prevention of exacerbations. The tool is shown often ill children, to increase the resistance of their body to SARS.
How old is allowed?
Reception "Immunokinda" is possible from birth. This tool is prescribed to infants and children attending kindergarten. According to the abstract, it is intended for young patients aged 0 to 6 years.
Moreover, the use of tablets for babies up to three years old requires increased attention from adults.
Contraindications
"Immunokind" should not be given to young patients who have hypersensitivity to any of the components of the tablets. The drug is also contraindicated in malabsorption of glucose-galactose, intolerance to milk sugar and lactase deficiency, because its basis is lactose. If a child has thyroid disease, then the possibility of using Immunokind should be clarified with a doctor.
Side effects
The manufacturer does not report any negative effects resulting from taking Immunokind, but theoretically the drug may cause an allergic reaction. In such a situation, you need to consult a doctor. Cancellation of pills is required.
The same actions are recommended for the deterioration of the state at the beginning of the use of Immunokind, which is sometimes found in the treatment of any homeopathic remedies.
Instructions for use
"Immunokind" give children three times a day, and it is not recommended to combine the pill with feeding. It is best to give the remedy 30 minutes before a meal, and if the kid has just eaten, then Immunokind can only be offered to him in half an hour.
A single dose of the drug is one tablet. The child must put it in the oral cavity to slowly dissolve. If the drug is assigned to an infant, the tablet is crushed into powder, and then poured into a teaspoon of water, after which the suspension is allowed to drink to the baby.
For a sufficient therapeutic effect, taking Immunokind is recommended for a long time - for 1.5-2 months. If 4-6 weeks have passed since the beginning of taking the pills, and there is no positive effect (the child continues to be sick often), you should consult with your doctor.
Overdose and drug compatibility
There have been no cases of an overdose of Immunokind, but due to the sweet taste of the tablets, it is still recommended to keep the pills in a place where a small child cannot find them. With regard to drug interactions, the drug can be used with other homeopathy, and together with any drugs that are prescribed for acute respiratory infections.
Terms of sale and storage
To purchase Immunokind in a pharmacy, you do not need to take a prescription from a doctor, but it is desirable to show the child to a specialist. The average price of one package is 540-560 rubles.
Keep a bottle of pills at home you need at a temperature of +15 to +25 degrees. The shelf life of such a tool is quite long - it is 5 years. Production date is marked on the package.
Reviews
Approximately 70-80% of reviews on the use of Immunokind are positive. The drug is more often used by mothers who trust homeopathy and see the benefits of such treatment. They call "Immunokind" effective and confirm that the pills reduce childhood morbidity in the winter-spring period, and the overall frequency of ARVI in children is significantly reduced.
The taste of the drug, most children like it. The small size makes it easy to give means to the child. Another advantage of the parents is the well tolerated Immunokind, since a negative reaction to the drug is extremely rare.
As for the disadvantages of tablets, parents often mention their high cost and long course of treatment. Also, there are reviews that indicate the lack of therapeutic effect. They complain about the ineffectiveness of the drug and argue that the remedy did not fit the child and had no effect on the state of his immune system.
Analogs
If you need to replace "Immunokind" for the prevention of acute respiratory infections, You can choose one of the homeopathic medicines, which also have properties to increase the body's resistance to viruses and to accelerate recovery from ARVI.
- «Engystol». These pills from the company "Heel" dissolve under the tongue for colds, viral infections and other diseases. They act thanks to the sulphur and the matter of the pasture. The drug is used with 3 years.
- Anabar. This syrup, also called Edas-308, is discharged with reduced immunity, as well as for the treatment of SARS, adenoids, colds or flu. Its active ingredients are arnica, iron phosphate, echinacea, barium carbonate and anacardium. After consultation with the doctor, the remedy can be given even to babies.
- «Influcid». This remedy on the basis of aconite, gelzemium, phosphorus, bryonium, stevia and ipecac is produced both in lozenges and drops. It is prescribed to children with colds and ARVI, as well as for their prevention. The tablet form is used from 3 years of age, and “Influcid” in drops is appointed from 12 years.
- «Aflubin». The composition of this tool contains iron phosphate, aconite, gentian, brionium and lactic acid.In drops it is prescribed for the prevention of SARS, even infants. In tablet form used from 5 years.
- Propolan. These drops are also called "Edas-150". They are in demand both with poor immunity, and with acute respiratory infections or other inflammatory processes. In their composition there are substances from echinacea and propolis tincture. The tool can be used from birth.
- «Anaferon». The effect of these tablets on the immune system is due to special antibodies to interferons. The drug is prescribed to children older than one month and for the prevention of influenza, and for the treatment of acute viral diseases.
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