Methyluracil for children: instructions for use

"Methyluracil" is called a stimulator of tissue repair and cell growth, so it is often used for adults after surgery, with poor wound healing, peptic ulcer and other pathologies. Of course, you should first study the instructions for use. However, not everyone knows whether it is possible to use such medicine for children.

"Methyluracil" different pharmacological companies produce in three dosage forms:

• Pills. They are sold in a pack of 10 to 100 pieces, different round shape and white shade.

• Ointment. This drug is packaged in tubes or jars of 25-30 g.

• Suppositories. One package includes 5 or 10 rectal torpedo-shaped candles of white, cream or yellowish color.

The action of each type of medication is provided by dioxomethyltetrahydropyrimidine (this compound is also called methyluracil). In one tablet (as in one candle), it is represented by a dosage of 500 mg, and in 1 g of ointment - the amount of 100 mg.

Additionally, tableted "Methyluracil" includes povidone, potato starch, talc and other compounds. The composition of the ointment is lanolin, water and petrolatum, and in suppositories - solid fats.

In methyluracil note such properties:

• activate metabolic processes in different tissues;
• stimulate epithelization and cell growth, improving regeneration;
• improve tissue trophism;
• stimulate the formation in the bone marrow of white and red blood cells;

• normalize the exchange of nucleic acids;
• reduce the activity of the inflammatory process;
• stimulate humoral and cellular immunity.

"Methyluracil" tablets is used for:

• mild leukopenia - for example, due to medication or radiation therapy;
• anemia;
• gastrointestinal ulcer;
• radiation sickness;
• stomatitis;
• burns;

• recovery from severe infectious disease;
• hepatitis or pancreatitis;
• agranulocytic angina;
• benzene intoxication;
• thrombocytopenia;
• poor wound healing;
• bone fractures.

Tableted "Methyluracil" is allowed for children who are 3 years old. The drug in the form of ointment can be applied from birth. Suppositories are prescribed from the age of three.

Any form of the drug is not used for patients with hypersensitivity to any ingredient. "Methyluracil" tablets are also not prescribed to children:

• with leukemia;
• with hemoblastosis;
• with lymphogranulomatosis;
• with malignant tumors in the bone marrow.

Taking a tablet of "Methyluracil" can provoke heartburn, allergies, dizziness, or headaches. Ointment occasionally causes an allergic reaction. The use of candles can cause allergies, itching or burning.

The drug in pills give the child to drink after a meal or during a meal. The drug is taken three times: at the age of 3 to 8 years old - half a tablet, at the age of 8-14 years - 1 / 2-1 tablet. Adolescents over 14 years old are given a medication by the whole tablet (four times a day). The duration of treatment "Methyluracil" is determined for each case separately. The longest courses are prescribed for diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.

The ointment is applied to the affected skin and the area next to the damage. Usually, before such treatment, an antiseptic is washed and the wound is cleaned of impurities. After applying the ointment, apply a bandage of sterile gauze. The frequency of changing such a dressing and lubrication is determined by the nature of the damage. The drug is used until complete healing.

"Methyluracil" in the candle is introduced rectally, after a bowel movement - once a day. The dosage for a child of 3-8 years is half the suppository, and for children older than 8 years, appoint one whole candle. The duration of treatment is several days, and 3-4 months.

The negative effect of the overdose of Methyluracil is not observed. With a combination of tablets with "Cystamine" the anti-radiation effect of this drug is enhanced.

To purchase "Methyluracil" in tablets or suppositories, you must first obtain a prescription from a doctor, and the ointment is referred to over-the-counter drugs. The average price of 50 tablets is 190 rubles, a tube of ointment is from 30 to 90 rubles.

Candles and tablets should be stored at temperatures below +25 degrees - in a place hidden from sunlight where children cannot reach them. The recommended storage temperature of the ointment is from +8 to +15 degrees. Shelf life of tablets - 5 years, candles - 2 years, ointment - 3.5 years.

Usually reviews of the treatment of children "Methyluracil" positive. Mothers say that such a remedy really speeds up healing and recovery, and side effects are extremely rare.

Instead of "Methyluracil" (depending on the reason for its use and the age of the patient), the doctor may prescribe "Imudon», «Wobenzym», «Galavit"," Cycloferon ","LevomekolAnd many other drugs. They include other active compounds, so the choice of analog should be carried out together with the pediatrician.

You can also see a detailed video review of a specialist about this drug.