Ibuklin for children

High fever is an alarming symptom for parents. Drugs used in children are a huge group of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Therefore, mothers can hardly find the syrup or candles, especially if the child is small.

The main components of children's ibuklina are:

1. Paracetamol - A known antipyretic agent, which also has a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect. It is absorbed quickly enough and has an effect after 10 minutes, and the maximum effect of paracetamol is noted 1 hour after administration. Paracetamol excretion occurs mainly with feces. Each tablet contains 125 mg of this compound.
2. Ibuprofen - a remedy that is in demand for fever, which quickly relieves painful sensations and reduces the manifestations of the inflammatory process. Its absorption is slower and the maximum effect occurs later - after about 2-3 hours. Ibuprofen is mainly excreted in the urine. Each tablet contains 100 mg of this substance.

The drug is represented by pink tablets, which have a mint-fruity aroma. Tablets are packed in a blister of 10 pieces, and in one pack contains 1, 2 or 20 blisters. Additionally, in the packaging of children's ibuklina there is a spoon in which it is convenient to prepare a suspension for children.

The drug has such an effect:

• Antipyretic.
• Anesthetic
• Anti-inflammatory.

The therapeutic effect of taking ibuklina comes quickly enough and lasts about 8 hours. Both compounds in its composition are well-studied substances used in the treatment of children from an early age. They enhance the effects of each other and are relatively safe for children.

Ibuklin junior is prescribed for fever and pain caused by:

• SARS.
• Flu.
• Sinusitis.
• Pharyngitis.
• Laryngitis.
• Inflammation of the trachea or bronchi.
• Tonsillitis.
• Damage to the teeth.
• Sprain.
• Dislocation or fracture.
• Rheumatism.
• Arthritis
• Otitis.

The use of ibuklina is not recommended if:

• Age of child under 3 years.
• There is intolerance to its components.
• A child has a peptic ulcer, colitis or gastritis.
• The liver function of the child is impaired.
• There are diseases of the hematopoietic system.
• The child has problems with the optic nerve.
• Diagnosed with progressive kidney disease.
• The child has developed bronchial asthma, aggravated by admission. aspirin and other anti-inflammatory drugs.
• The baby has a disease of the spleen.

Ibuklin for children may have such negative side effects:

• Impairment of the functioning and health of the digestive tract, which is manifested by abdominal pain, upset stool, vomiting or nausea.
• Toxic effects on the liver when using high doses of ibuklina.
• Allergic reactions that appear on the skin of the child with redness, rash and itching.
• Changes in the composition of the blood - reducing the number of leukocytes and platelets with the development of neutropenia, agranulocytosis and pancytopenia.
• Weakness, dizziness, sleep problems, headaches, irritability.
• Dryness of the oral mucosa, as well as stomatitis.
• Impaired vision and hearing with excessively prolonged use.

When giving a child this medicine, consider the following nuances:

• It is recommended to give ibuklin to children only after consulting a doctor, especially if the child has an infectious disease, since the drug can mask the symptoms of such a disease.
• To avoid the negative effects of ibuklina on the digestive organs, do not exceed the dosage of the medication and do not give the remedy longer than prescribed by the doctor.
• If ibuklin is taken by a child for more than 5 days, perform a blood test and check liver activity.
• Overdose means manifested by disorders of the digestive system, disturbed sleep, depressed mood. Bleeding, arrhythmia, and hypotension may occur. If you suspect an overdose, you should call an ambulance, and before the arrival of the medics, rinse the rest of the stomach, give a lot of drink and activated carbon.
• Ibuklin should not be given simultaneously with other nonsteroidal drugs with anti-inflammatory action.
• If you give the drug along with a hypoglycemic agent, it will cause a more dramatic decrease in the level of glucose.
• In ibuklina note the property to weaken the effect of antihypertensive and diuretic drugs.
• If ibuklin is used concurrently with anticoagulants, it is important to monitor tests that show the state of the coagulation system.

One-time dosage of ibuklina for children is primarily affected by the weight of the child:

• Children weighing up to 20 kg (3 years old and older) are given 1 tablet per dose, only three tablets per day.
• Two pills of the drug are given at once to children whose weight is more than 20 kg (at the age of 6 and older), which corresponds to a daily dose of 6 tablets.
• Children over 12 years old can be given an adult dosage.

Although the medicine is produced in tablets, a suspension is first prepared for the child, after which the drug is given to the children in liquid form. Each tablet is dissolved in a teaspoon of hot water, getting a pleasantly sweet syrup.The dissolution of ibuklin tablets occurs fairly quickly.

You can download the full ibuklin instructions at the following link.

Packaging of tablets for child ibuklina should be kept in a place that is dry and protected from light. In addition, this place must be inaccessible to children. The storage temperature of the drug is not more than + 25ºС. After the expiration of the expiration date marked on the packaging of the product (its duration is 5 years), the medicine should be discarded.

The main difference ibuklina for adults from the drug "junior" is the dosage of active substances. The drug, which is taken by adults, contains 400 mg of ibuprofen (while in the child - 100 mg) and 325 mg of paracetamol (and in the preparation for children only 125 mg). In addition, the adult version of ibuklina contains slightly different excipients than the medicine intended for children.

Most parents who gave their children with fever or pain ibuklin junior, speak of the drug well. They note effective relief from pain and a rapid decrease in temperature after ingestion. Among the side effects most often complain of allergies and digestive disorders.