Solution "Rengalin" for children: instructions for use

Homeopathic remedies are in demand among many parents, as they are considered less harmful than synthetic drugs, and an allergic reaction to them is less common than to herbal remedies. Although doctors often talk about the ineffectiveness of such drugs, many mothers have noted a good effect from the use of homeopathy, for example, from the use of "Rengalina".

This is one of the drugs that are used for different types of cough in both adult patients and children. For the treatment of children most often choose the tool in the form of a sweet solution, because giving it to young patients is much more convenient than tablets. But, before you give Rengalin to a coughing child, you should consult with your doctor and find out more about its action, the appropriate regimen and possible harm.

"Rengalin" is one of the products of Materia Medica, also known by other popular drugs, among which is "Anaferon", "Tenoten, Ergoferon and Agri. In liquid form, "Rengalin" is sold in glass vials containing 100 ml of a practically colorless solution. There is a plastic dropper on the neck of the bottle. For the sweet taste of such a clear solution is often called syrup.

In addition to the liquid form, "Rengalin" is also available in tablets. They have a sweet taste, so this tool is pleasant to dissolve. Such tablets contain the same active ingredients and are used for the same indications. They can replace the solution if it was not in the pharmacy or the child did not like it.

The action of "Rengaline" is provided with special antibodies, which in the production process were subject to affinity purification.

In the composition of the funds they are represented by three types depending on the substance that is affected. In particular, the drug contains antibodies to morphine and histamine, as well as to bradykinin. The amount of each type of antibody per 100 ml of solution is 0.12 grams. To the drug was liquid, pleasant to the taste and not spoiled, citric acid, glycerol and purified water, as well as potassium sorbate and maltitol are added to the antibodies.

The active ingredients present in Rengal affect certain receptors. Thus, histamine antibodies are able to bind to receptors for such a biological substance.

Antibodies to morphine have an effect on opiate receptors, and antibodies to bradykinin, as the name implies, affect bradykinin receptors. Together, all these mechanisms have an antitussive effect, as well as relieve bronchospasm. In addition, an agent has an analgesic effect, the ability to reduce inflammation and swelling.

Studies have shown that "Rengalin" affects the cough center, so that the excitability of this part of the brain is reduced.

In addition, the drug affects the conduct of impulses to the brain, which additionally blocks the cough reflex and reduces pain sensitivity. At the same time, respiratory depression or hypnotic effect of the solution is absent, which distinguishes it from some other drugs with antitussive effect.

Due to the effect on histamine and bradykinin, "Rengalin" also helps with an allergic reaction, and the ability of the drug to reduce bronchospasm is used in acute pathologies of the respiratory system, in which the muscles of the bronchi spasm. Such clinical effects allow the use of the tool for a variety of problems with the respiratory tract.

The reason to assign the child "Rengalin" is a cough of different etiologies.

The tool can be used for colds, tuberculosis, inflammation of the bronchi, laryngotracheitis, allergic cough and other pathologies. The solution is also in demand when there is an unproductive cough, if it is dry and spastic, and when it is wet, when the patient has sputum in large quantities.

According to the annotation to the solution, the use of this form of "Rengaline" in children is possible from the age of three.

If the baby is not yet three years old, it is impossible to give him this liquid preparation. If it is necessary to treat a cough in a patient during the first years of life, it is necessary to choose together with a doctor an analogue that is allowed at an early age.

Giving children "Rengalin" is impossible not only at the age of three years, but also when hypersensitivity to any component of the drug is detected in a child over the age of three. Since the composition of the product includes maltitol, such “Rengalin” is also contraindicated in case of fructose intolerance, and in case of diabetes mellitus it should be used with caution (the possibility of use must be checked with your doctor).

Sometimes, after one or several doses of “Rengalin”, a child has itchy skin, a rash, swelling, or other manifestations of allergy.

Such symptoms indicate intolerance and should cause the withdrawal of funds, and if the patient's condition worsens, the child should be examined by a doctor.

According to the instructions, liquid "Rengalin" is taken orally, regardless of the diet. A single dose of the drug is one or two teaspoons, but the doctor must prescribe a more accurate dosage.

In the acute period of the disease, the frequency of receiving "Rengalin" is 4-6 times a day. As soon as the patient's condition begins to improve, switch to triple use. The duration of the drug is influenced by the severity of the disease and the child’s reaction to the solution, therefore the duration of the course should be checked with the doctor individually.

If you accidentally give the child more solution than prescribed by the doctor or in the case when the drug is stored incorrectly (the child has free access to it), the overdose will be manifested by nausea, loose stools and other dyspeptic symptoms.

They soon pass, but sometimes require treatment to the doctor and symptomatic treatment.

The manufacturer states that in the course of research on the peculiarities of the drug incompatibility of "Rengaline" with other drugs was not found. This means that the solution can be included in the treatment complex and be used with antibiotics, expectorant and other medications.

You do not need to take a prescription from a doctor to buy liquid "Rengalina", but an examination of the child before starting treatment is desirable. The price of one vial of the drug in different pharmacies ranges from 220 to 270 rubles.

The shelf life of the solution is 3 years and is indicated on the packaging. If it has expired, it is contraindicated to give such a remedy to the child. It is recommended to store “Rengalin” at home out of the reach of children, because the product has a sweet taste, which increases the risk of overdose.

The storage temperature of the drug should not exceed +25 degrees Celsius.

About 80% of reviews on the use of "Rengalin" in liquid form are positive. Among the advantages of the drug is usually called effective coughing, pleasant taste and affordable price. According to moms, the tool quickly helps and is accepted with pleasure by children, as it is sweet and liquid.

However, there is also a certain percentage of negative reviews, which often talk about the lack of effect.

It is possible to replace the liquid form of "Rengalin" in the treatment of cough with other homeopathic preparations, for example, syrup "Stodal". This remedy from the well-known company Boiron has a pleasant smell and sweet caramel flavor. In its composition there are several homeopathic substances that help get rid of cough. Among them are Brionium, Ipeka, Pulsatilla, Drosera and other ingredients. The drug is allowed at any age, but in children under 3 years of age should be used only as prescribed by a doctor.

If a patient has a productive cough, but sputum is difficult to release, instead of “Rengaline”, various herbal medicines can be used, the main effect of which is expectorant. These include "Gidelix", "Doctor Mom", "Prospan", "Herbion"," Tussamag "and other medicines.

Most of them are represented by sweet syrups, solutions or drops. Many of these drugs are used even in infants, but only after an examination by a doctor.

If you need to replace "Rengalin" with a dry cough, a pediatrician will recommend an antitussive drug. Among the most popular drugs that can block the cough reflex, making the state of children with a painful cough easier, can be called "Codelac Neo», «Omnitus, Paxeladine, Sinekod.

All of them effectively eliminate dry cough, but should not be used in children without a doctor's prescription. It is associated with different active substances, and with the presence of contraindications, and with different restrictions on age (some drugs are allowed for children under one year old, others are used from 2–3 years old or older).

More information about the effect of the drug can be found in the following video.