Dibazol children

The drug called "Dibazol" was created more than 60 years ago, but even nowadays it is actively prescribed by neurologists, cardiologists, pediatricians and other specialists. Not everyone knows whether it is allowed to children and how it affects the children's body.

The drug is available in the following forms:

• Tablets placed in paper contoured packs of 10 pieces. One pack may contain from 10 to 60 tablets.
• A solution in ampoules intended for intramuscular or intravenous injections. One ampoule may contain 1, 2 or 5 ml of such a colorless transparent solution.

In addition, "Dibazol" is represented by a substance-powder, from which powders with glucose are made from a doctor's order. In relation to the preparation of this form acts intrathecical control. This powder can be made only in specialized pharmacies.

The active ingredient "Dibazol" is a substance called bendazole. One tablet contains 20 mg of this compound, and the concentration of bendazole in the ampoule is as 0.5% (5 mg per 1 ml) and 1% (10 mg in 1 ml). Auxiliary components of the tablets are lactose, starch from potatoes, calcium stearate and other substances that give the drug density and help keep the shape. The vials contain the active ingredient, sterile water, ethanol, hydrochloric acid and glycerol.

Since bendazole can affect smooth muscles and cause them to relax, Dibazol is referred to as a group of myotropic antispasmodics. Due to this effect, the drug causes dilation of blood vessels, resulting in a decrease in blood pressure. This action is called moderate and non-durable, since it is observed only within 2-3 hours after the use of the medicine.

However, this tool has other therapeutic effects:

• Its reception stimulates the transmission of nerve impulses in the spinal cord.
• The drug is able to activate the synthesis of protein molecules and nucleic acids.
• It is an immunomodulator, since it is able to stimulate the formation of interferon, the process of phagocytosis and the synthesis of antibodies.

The tool is used for kids in such cases:

• In case of neurological pathologies - for example, after suffering a birth trauma, in case of paralysis of the facial nerve or to eliminate the effects of polio. One of the methods of drug administration in such situations is electrophoresis.
• To improve immunity with colds and viral infections, as well as for the prevention of influenza.
• For diseases of the internal organs in which there are spasms of smooth muscles - for example, renal, hepatic or intestinal colic.

The medicine is used for children of any age, but only as prescribed by a doctor. Giving "Dibazol" to a child without the advice of a specialist is not recommended.

The drug is not used in case of hypersensitivity to bendazole or its other component. It should not be administered with reduced blood pressure.

During treatment "Dibazol" in a child can be observed:

• Nausea
• Allergic reaction to the drug.
• Headache.
• Increased sweating.
• Dizziness.
• Feeling hot.

Given the disease and the condition of the child, the doctor chooses the appropriate form of the drug and how to use it, and the definition of dosage depends on age. Children up to the year "Dibazol" appoint 1 mg per day. For babies older than 12 years of age, the dose is individually adjusted (from 2 to 5 mg per day).

If you exceed the dose of "Dibazol" for a child, it will lead to increased side effects of such a drug - for example, it will cause nausea and a feeling of heat.

• The combination of "Dibazol" and hydrochloride papaverine has a stronger antispasmodic effect than each of the drugs separately.
• When prescribed with other antihypertensive drugs, their therapeutic effect is enhanced.
• Ascorbic acid has the property of enhancing the immunostimulating effect of Dibazol.

To buy an injectable form of the drug, you need a prescription from a doctor, and tablets are a non-prescription drug. The price of 10 ampoules on average is 25-35 rubles. Keep "Dibazol" at home in a dry place (at a temperature below +25 degrees), where the medicine will not be able to get a small child. Shelf life of ampoules - 4 years, tablets - 5 years.

About "Dibazole" respond mostly positively, noting that it is very effective for intestinal spasms, neurological diseases and viral infections. In this case, mothers often complain about the appearance of an allergic reaction, but among the advantages of the products mention its low cost and availability in most pharmacies.

If Dibazol is used as an antispasmodic, then drugs with a similar effect on smooth muscles and blood vessels can replace it — for example, «Drotaverinum», «Duspatalin», "Papaverine" or "No-Shpa".

When using the medication as an adaptogen and an immunomodulator, the doctor may recommend such drugs that affect the immune system as replacement drugs. «Derinat», «Galavit», "Polyoxidonium" other. However, all of them contain different active compounds, come in different forms (candles, pricks, pills, drops, powder) and have their own limitations in use, therefore a specialist should be engaged in the selection of the analogue.