Spray "Derinat" for children

Any child has colds and viral infections, so as the cold season approaches, mothers think about strengthening the immune system of their daughter or son, and are also interested in effective antiviral drugs that can help to quickly overcome ARVI. One of the popular drugs called Derinat. This drug in the spray is often used by adults for the prevention of influenza and its treatment, but is it possible to use it in children and how does it affect the children's body?

Derinat spray is available in bottles with special nozzles for spraying. Inside one such bottle contains a clear, colorless solution in an amount of 10 ml. There is no taste or smell for this liquid.

The basis of the drug is sodium deoxyribonucleinate, presented in solution at a concentration of 2.5% (per 1 ml - 2.5 mg). This active compound is supplemented only with water for injection and sodium chloride. There are no other components in the preparation.

Deoxyribonucleinate has an immunomodulatory effect. This substance affects cellular immunity, thereby enhancing the immune response to the ingestion of viruses, fungi or bacteria. In addition, it activates and humoral immunity, contributing to a more rapid disposal of pathogens.

The spray also has a regenerating effect, as it is able to stimulate the regenerative processes in the mucous membranes and the skin during local processing. This effect makes Derinat in demand in the practice of surgeons and ophthalmologists. The drug accelerates the healing of even such serious injuries as deep burns and trophic ulcers.

The use of Derinat spray is justified in case of acute viral infections that caused rhinitis, laryngitis, otitis media and other inflammatory diseases of the respiratory tract. The drug is also used prophylactically to prevent influenza infection. In this case, the doctor can prescribe the drug, both independently and in combination with other medicines, such as antibiotics. Locally spray is used for inflammatory pathologies of the eyes and mouth, as well as for various skin lesions (frostbite, infected wounds, burns, and others).

Derinat has no age restrictions, so this medicine can be used at any age, even in newborns. However, for small children, the shape is preferable. drops. Spray recommended to use at the age of 3 years and older.

Derinat is not addictive and does not constrict blood vessels, so it is considered safer than vasoconstrictor drops and sprays. This drug has no negative effect on the nervous system and the gastrointestinal tract of the child. In very rare cases, it can provoke allergies. When treating wounds and burns, the medicine has a positive side effect, which is an analgesic effect.

Derinat in the form of a spray can be injected into the nose and sprayed on the wound surface of the skin. Also with this tool you can handle the throat and oral mucosa.

• In order to prevent The medication is prescribed in courses 1-2 weeks, 1 spray in each nasal passage two to four times a day. If necessary, Derinat can be used prophylactically throughout the season of epidemics.
• If a child has ARVI, the drug is sprayed into each nostril in one or two injections every 1.5-2 hours to relieve the condition (in the first 2 days of the disease). Then go to the three-or four-time use during the day, one spray until complete recovery.
• With sinusitis or rhinitis Derinat can be injected into each nostril by 1-2 pressing up to six times a day. This treatment is prescribed for a period of 1 week to 15 days.
• If the baby's mouth is damaged or inflamed, spray can treat the affected area directly. Means is sprayed on it by 2-3 pressing from 4 to 6 times a day for 5-10 days.
• For treating skin for ulcers, burns, wounds and other problems use 4-5-fold spraying per day until complete healing. This treatment can last up to 3 months.

The negative effect of the overdose of Derinat was not detected.

Spray goes well with antiviral, antipyretic or antibacterial drugs, so it is often prescribed with them for a complex effect on the cause of the disease and its symptoms. For local use, the incompatibility of Derinat and oily ointments, as well as hydrogen peroxide, should be considered.

Derinat spray is a non-prescription drug, so it is freely available in pharmacies. On average, the price of one bottle of such a drug is 250-300 rubles.

Keep the medicine at home should be in a place hidden from small children, where the temperature will be in the range of +4 to +20 degrees. The best storage option is considered a refrigerator. If the shelf life of 5 years has not expired, and the bottle itself has not been opened, the medicine can be kept until the date printed on the package. After the first use of the spray, its storage is reduced to 14 days. 2 weeks after opening the bottle must be discarded, even if the solution inside is still there.

Many parents speak of Derinat well, confirming that the medicine helped their children not to get the flu during the cold season or it is easier to get the infection. The advantages of the drug are its convenient packaging, the lack of age restrictions and unpleasant taste.

The drug is often used to treat throat and various skin lesions. Its disadvantages include the need for storage in the refrigerator and a very short shelf life after opening the spray. Also, in some children, the medicine did not have the expected therapeutic effect.

Replace if necessary Derinat in the form of a spray can be other drugs used for a cold, sore throat and other manifestations of SARS. For example, instead of such a medicine, the doctor may recommend a spray. IRS-19immunostimulating effect of which is caused by the lysates of bacteria in its composition. This medicine can be used to treat or prevent viral diseases from the age of three months.

Also replace Derinat with a cold can spray Grippferon. This medicine contains interferon and therefore stimulates the child’s immunity, protecting it from colds and flu. If your baby has a bad cold, the doctor may recommend Aqua-Maris, Marimer, Nazol Baby, Vibrocil and other drugs, but they have a completely different composition and have their own contraindications, so you shouldn’t use them yourself.

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