What a good medicine for a child. The best cold remedies for kids. Intermediate-acting drugs

Runny nose- a symptom of an enormous number of diseases, and for sure there will not be anyone among readers who has never experienced runny nose on myself.
Physiological basis runny nose- increased production of mucous membranes of the nasal passages. The reasons for the above "increased production" can be very different - infections (viral and bacterial), allergies (to anything), just an increased content of dust in the inhaled air.
By the way, sniffing is not always a disease. So, for example, any active sobbing and the associated increased production of tears inevitably leads to the need to urgently use a handkerchief - "extra" tears are discharged into the nasal cavity through the so-called tear-nasal canal.
Most common cause runny nose are acute respiratory viral infections. Excess mucus dubbed " snot", in fact, is one of the ways the body fights the virus. The fact is that mucus contains a huge amount of special substances that neutralize viruses.
A completely different issue is that these substances can only work successfully when the mucus has a strictly defined consistency - when it is not thick. If the mucus dries up - for example, the room is warm and dry, or the patient is very heat- there is no sense from such mucus, on the contrary, - dried or just thick mucus is rich in protein a liquid in which it is very convenient for bacteria to multiply. And this transition of a viral infection into a viral-bacterial one is easy to replace by the changed color snot- they become greenish or yellowish-green.
Thus, if the reason runny nose- viruses, it should be unambiguously concluded: there are no drugs for the common cold and cannot be. Snot with a viral infection, they are needed, because, as we have already understood, they neutralize viruses. The task is to maintain the optimal viscosity of the mucus - drink a lot, breathe cool, clean and not dry air (wash floors, ventilate, use humidifiers). To prevent the mucus from drying out, you can also use drugs - pinosol, ectericide, normal saline (approximately 1 teaspoon of salt per 1 liter boiled water). The last two drugs - do not regret - half a pipette in each nostril every hour.
The next, both in frequency and relevance, is the reason runny nose- allergy. What specifically caused allergic rhinitis essential for further action does not have (washing powder, pets, something blooms, something smells, etc., etc.) The main thing is to try to immediately part with the alleged source of the allergy. If this is not possible - well, you will have to use drugs.
The fundamental fact is that very effective cold medicine really exist and eliminate the runny nose, by at least, temporarily, is not difficult. There are a number of medicines, called "vasoconstrictor agents for local application". Instillation or inhalation of these drugs into the nasal passages quickly leads to a narrowing of the vessels of the nasal mucosa. As a result, firstly, the swelling of the nasal mucosa and, secondly, the amount of mucus produced by the cells of this very mucous membrane decreases. The result is fast and specific - restored nasal breathing and stop running snot.
Examples vasoconstrictor drugs: naphthyzine, sanorin, galazolin, xylometazoline, nazol, tizin, otrivin, leconil, afrin, adrianol, etc. (a dozen or two more names can definitely be written). In general, the mechanisms of action and side effects are very similar. Differences - in force and in duration of medical influence.

Usage vasoconstrictor drugs requires certain knowledge, which we will now share.

When using any vasoconstrictor drugs habituation develops quite quickly, requiring an increase in doses and more frequent use. The consequence is the development of side effects associated with the fact that almost all of these drugs, to a greater or lesser extent, have not only a local effect on the vessels of the nasal mucosa, but also a general effect on the vessels of the whole organism.

Subject to the rules of admission - the recommended doses are not exceeded, total duration use no more than 7 days - side effects are rare.

Side effects are local and general. Local - swelling of the nasal mucosa, burning, sneezing, tingling in the nose, dry mouth. General - palpitations, disturbances heart rate, sleep disorders, dizziness, increased blood pressure, blurred vision, vomiting, depression .... (no comment).

Using vasoconstrictor drugs in children, remember that: a) there are special children's forms that differ from adults in a lower concentration of the active substance in the solution (naphthyzinum for children, galazolin for children); b) many vasoconstrictor drugs children, especially children under 2 years of age, are contraindicated (consult your doctor, last resort, read the instructions).

By and large, the topic of this article is " cold medicine"- may well be exhausted precisely by the list vasoconstrictors. Too fast and concrete effect: runny nose yes - naphthyzinum was dripped into the nose or nazol was "puffed" - there is no runny nose. But the causes of the common cold remain!
From this point of view, the impact is not on the consequence (that is, the symptom of the disease is runny nose), and the cause of the disease, for example, the severity of allergic reactions, can also be regarded as a treatment runny nose. And in this aspect, both calcium gluconate and antihistamines are also cold medicine. And you can also thin thick mucus - after all, well-known expectorants (acetylcysteine, carbocysteine, ambroxol - see our article) act not only at the level of the bronchi, but also at the level of the nose.
There are anti-allergic agents for topical use - they are used for seasonal and year-round allergic rhinitis (rhinitis- inflammation of the nasal mucosa, in other words, this is a runny nose). Examples are allergodil, cromohexal, cromoglin. A pronounced local anti-edematous and anti-inflammatory effect is exerted by preparations containing glucocorticoid hormones, for example, baconase, nazacort, flixonase.
There are complex drugs containing several active components at once. So a dosed aerosol with the complex name rhinofluimucil includes a vasoconstrictor component and acetylcysteine, which thins thick mucus; betadrine contains antibacterial, antiallergic and vasoconstrictor components.
The list of drugs can be continued for a very, very long time. But only a qualified doctor can figure out what is better and what is required exactly. And we cited many names of medicines only to convince the reader of the considerable possibilities of modern medicine.
There are two main conclusions from this article:
The first one is that cold treatment not as simple as it might seem at first glance, because a suffering subject with a bottle of naphthyzinum in a trembling hand surprisingly resembles an ostrich with its head in the sand and does not understand the dialectical relationship of cause and effect.
The second conclusion is no less important - the best "medicine" from a cold is a doctor who, unlike an ostrich, understands and realizes the dialectical relationship between the cause (a specific disease - allergic, infectious) and the effect (just a symptom - runny nose).

• Stage 1 - reflex. Its duration takes several hours. Vasoconstriction occurs, the surface of the mucous membrane becomes pale. The nose becomes dry and irritated;
• Stage 2 - catarrhal. Lasts two or three days. There is an expansion of blood vessels, redness and swelling of the mucosa. Difficulty breathing and Clinical signs runny nose;
• Stage 3 - recovery. The functional abilities of the nasal mucosa are restored. The inflammation stops. Breathing through the nose returns to normal. There is a disappearance in the nose of dryness, itching, burning. Nasal secretions thicken, their color changes.

In total at right approach to treatment, the duration of the common cold is 7-10 days.

When assisting a child, it is necessary to consider which medications and when it is permissible to use. Treatment of rhinitis in children is complicated by the fact that the number of medicines for children from the common cold is very limited.

Children's vasoconstrictor drops

An interesting and informative article from a children's doctor about pharmaceutical and folk remedies.

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To relieve a runny nose in a child, you can use vasoconstrictor drops in the nose for children.

With a runny nose, swelling of the nasal mucosa occurs, which prevents the child from breathing. Vasoconstrictor nasal drops are administered during allergic reaction or otitis media. Therefore, it is necessary to have such a drug in the medicine cabinet at home. This medicine should not be the main one in the treatment of various diseases. Rather, it is used to help the child breathe normally during an illness.

Children's vasoconstrictor drops are divided into three classes: short-acting agents, drugs with an average duration of action, and drugs prolonged exposure. A drug for children with nasal congestion is selected taking into account the goals to be achieved.

If nasal breathing is disturbed due to a cold, it should be used for a long time active medicines. It is important to follow the instructions. Use the medicine at the exact dosage, preferably at bedtime or at night. If the swelling of the mucous membrane is caused by an allergic reaction, you can buy a short-acting drug.

Short-acting vasoconstrictor drops in the nose from the common cold

The duration of these drops for children is 4 hours. Preparing drugs based on tetrazoline, phenylephrine and naphazoline.

Droplets can cause children's drug rhinitis. This is a disease that develops as a result of an overdose of nasal vasoconstrictor drugs. Because of the feeling good result from drops, most people, despite the instructions, greatly increase the dosage. Children's dependence on drugs develops rapidly. It leads to long treatment colds.

Preparations based on phenylephrine are ideal for preschool children. Preparations can be used for children up to 3 years.

Drops are made on the basis of naphazoline at a dose of 0.05%. The drug Naphthyzin, upon contact with the mucous membrane in the nasal cavity, quickly relieves inflammation and swelling of the tissues. With a cold, the medicine acts on the capillaries, thereby increasing the amount of air that enters through the nose.

Doctors rarely prescribe Naphthyzinum vasoconstrictor drops to children when there is acute sinusitis and frequent bleeding.

Naphthyzine is not administered to babies under one year of age, women during pregnancy, during breastfeeding.

When using the drug, side effects can be observed - lethargy, dizziness, low temperature body, the development of medical rhinitis is possible.

In pregnant women, the drug causes vasoconstriction in the nasal sinus and in other organs. This situation is often the cause of fetal hypoxia. Therefore, it is contraindicated to use even children's vasoconstrictor drops for pregnant women without consulting a doctor.

This medicine is known to almost every woman who has a child.

In the end, this is the best remedy for the common cold, which pediatricians most often prescribe for nasal diseases in children.

Vibrocil - these are drops from the common cold for children from one to 6 years old, can also be produced in the form of a gel, spray. The main active ingredient is phenylephrine. Excipients - purified water, citric acid, lavender extract and disodium phosphate.

Vibrocil has a good vasoconstrictor effect. The drug is administered to children older than one year, when rhinitis, sinusitis and allergic rhinitis are diagnosed.

Contraindications include only atrophic rhinitis, hypersensitivity to individual ingredients of the drug. Rarely in children, Vibrocil drops cause dryness and irritation in the nose.

These are nose drops for children under one year old. The drug has a strong vasoconstrictive effect, but not for a long period.

The main active ingredient of the drug is phenylephrine hydrochloride. Auxiliary ingredient - glycerin.

It is used during a cold, accompanied by sinusitis and runny nose. The drug Nazol Baby will easily eliminate allergic reactions, manifested by swelling of the nasal mucosa.

A remedy for the common cold with a vasoconstrictive effect, as well as with an antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effect.

The drug Polydex is used only in cases where antibiotic therapy is necessary.

The therapeutic effect is due to the presence of phenylephrine, neomycin, dexamethasone. The drug is often prescribed for the treatment of rhinitis and sinusitis of a purulent nature.

Polydex medication is used in babies from 2 years old. Contraindications: hypersensitivity to the drug, inflammation in the sinuses caused by the herpes virus, disorders of the urinary system.

AT rare cases the drug causes irritation and dryness in the nose.

Intermediate-acting drugs

This group includes products based on tramazoline and xylometazoline. Medicines containing these components constrict the capillaries of the nasal mucosa for a longer period. Can work more than 8 hours.

Also, drops of this group can be prescribed to narrow the vessels in preparing children for a diagnostic examination of the nasal passages.

The drug Otrivin

The medicine is produced in the form of drops and sprays. Basic for children active ingredient contained in an amount of 0.05%. The medication narrows blood vessels mucous and paranasal sinuses nose, improves breathing through the nose for a long time.

As a rule, the drug begins to act after a short amount of time after administration. Positive effect more than 10 hours. Otrivin also contains glycerin. Therefore, children will not feel dryness and irritation in the nose.

These vasoconstrictor drops do not cause dependence. Therefore, they are indicated for chronic rhinitis and sinusitis.

The drug also has an effect on allergic edema nasal mucosa. A few days later comes positive effect. Allergy is completely neutralized.

Otrivin is contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity to the ingredients, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Vasoconstrictor drops for children infancy should be used after consultation with the attending physician.

The drug Tizin

The drops are based on tetrizoline. The active substance of the drug for children is 0.05%.

Drops lead to narrowing of blood vessels and improve the nasal mucosa. The impact occurs after 5 minutes, lasts more than 10 hours.

The medicine has several contraindications: age up to 2 years, hypersensitivity to individual components.

Among the side effects are a decrease in body temperature, a feeling of dryness and irritation in the nose, sleep disturbance and wakefulness in children under 3 years of age. The mechanism of action of the drug Tizin is similar to the drug Otrivin.

Not only the name of the drops is different, but they also differ in price. The drug Tizin is much cheaper. Therefore, with nasal congestion in children, it is preferred by most modern mothers.

Vasoconstrictor drugs for the common cold long-acting

The duration of vasoconstrictor drops is provided by the presence of oxymetazoline. This ingredient not only removes the swelling of the mucosa, but also reduces the secretion of mucus in the sinuses during sinusitis, rhinitis. For various allergic reactions, medications are also used, which are based on oxymetazoline.

Contraindications: hypersensitivity, age under 6 years.

The most common are the drugs Afrin, Fazin, Nazivin. All of these drugs have different dosages. They are suitable for adults and children.

Nazivin

This medicine based on oxymetazoline perfectly relieves swelling of the mucous membrane and normalizes breathing through the nose. The drug Nazivin, as a rule, is well tolerated by young patients.

Sometimes there may be side effects - a decrease in body temperature, a feeling in the nose of dryness and irritation.

Moisturizing nasal drops for newborns contain isotonic sea water that is filtered and microbiologically controlled to be sterile. Isotonic means that sea water has been diluted enough to contain the same concentration of salt as cells in the human body.

Fine drops of sea water work by softening and loosening nasal mucus. This helps to clear the nasal passages, allowing the child to breathe easier, thereby making it easier for him to eat and sleep. The drops also clear the nasal passages of viruses and bacteria, as well as irritants and allergens such as dust and pollen.

If your child has a nose injury or has recently had nose surgery, you should consult your doctor before using this group of medicines.

Treatment of a runny nose in children under one year old will be easier with the use of drugs in this group. One of these means are drops, sprays, aerosols of the Aqualor brand.

The company produces a wide range of medications for moisturizing and washing the nasal passages. Aqualor contains water from the Atlantic Ocean collected off the coast of Brittany.

• - nose drops for newborns. Produced in the form of drops and spray. They contain diluted sea water;
• Aqualor soft aerosol and Aqualor norms spray from a cold for children contain diluted sea water. They are prescribed for allergic rhinitis and dryness of the nasal mucosa during colds. The remedy can be for children from six months;
• Aqualor forte used when the nose is very stuffy. In this agent, the concentration of the sea water solution exceeds the standardized 0.9%. Aqualor forte can be used for children from two years old.

Another well-known drug designed to moisturize the nasal cavity of an infant is Aquamaris. For children up to a year, it is produced in a drop form. For children older than one year, you can use the spray.

Sterilized isotonic sea water contained in Aquamaris maintains the normal state of the nasal mucosa.

The constituent microelements of this medicine increase the resistance of the mucous membrane of the nasal cavity and paranasal sinuses to the ingress of viruses and bacteria.

If the child has an allergic or vasomotor rhinitis, the drug helps to wash off and remove allergens and irritants from the nasal mucosa, reduce the local inflammatory process. Aquamaris is used for hygienic purposes, cleans the mucous from street and house dust.

Most doctors have developed a distrustful attitude towards homeopathic remedies. However, homeopaths are confident in the effectiveness of such medicines.

Benefits of this category.

1. Their use is not dangerous in the treatment of the common cold in young children.
2. Components only plant origin.
3. There are no side effects.

Many homeopaths are convinced that with an individual approach to the preparation of a treatment regimen, a positive result can be achieved. Homeopaths also recommend the use of these drops for the purpose of prevention. It is worth noting that homeopathic drops will not help, but will be harmful in the treatment of sinusitis, viral or bacterial sinusitis.

When using homeopathic drops, you must adhere to a clear scheme. Treatment should last 1-4 months because homeopathy has a cumulative effect.

Below are details of the two brands available to patients. Each brand is unique, but all of them, according to experienced homeopaths, are very effective.

Xlear

You may have heard of xylitol as natural substitute sugar without calories. It is used in natural resins and food products. But xylitol has many uses, one of which is nasal cleansing.

Xlear is a nasal spray that comes with xylitol, which stimulates natural cleaning child's respiratory system.

Xylitol actually prevents bacteria and other irritants from sticking to baby's nasal tissues, reinfection and irritation. This way the body is able to heal itself faster. By preventing the entry of bacteria and irritants that disturb the child, you can protect him from possible infection and prevent bacteria from entering the nose.

This product will not only relieve the symptoms of the disease, but, first of all, prevent their occurrence, which you are unlikely to see from conventional drug from a runny nose. The formula was developed by a doctor and contains only natural ingredients such as purified water and grapefruit seed extract, which acts as a natural preservative.

In fact, you can store the medicine in the room for several months, and it will not deteriorate. Because this medicine does not contain any chemical elements, you can use it for various purposes - for illness, allergies, general irritation of the nasal mucosa. The drug is completely safe for children and does not contain antibiotics.

This is a remedy whose main ingredient is olive leaf extract.

Seagate Olive Leaf Nasal Spray is made from natural plant ingredients that reduce mucus production and ease breathing due to mucosal swelling.

Similar to the xylitol product described above, olive leaf extract actually helps prevent irritation in the nasal passages.

It contains only three ingredients.

1. Olive leaf extract with anti-inflammatory property due to oleuropein.
2. Baptista Tinctoria. Also known as yellow wild indigo. The root of this plant has long been used to treat infections of the throat, mouth, and gums. Recently, a stimulating effect on immune system.
3. Grapefruit seed extract is used as a natural preservative. This extract is full of antioxidants, nutrients. Contains vitamin C and minerals, used to combat harmful organisms and bacteria.

These ingredients have amazing properties on their own and form a powerful formula when combined with each other. Not only will your baby's sinuses be free, but you will also experience the added benefits of these ingredients.

The antifungal properties as well as the immune system enhancing effects of the ingredients will help prevent infections.

Oil nose drops for children

Nasal drops based on various oils used to moisturize and soften the nasal cavity.

Currently at different types runny nose are most popular the following drugs, which are openly available in every pharmacy.

These are cold drops for children from 1 year old. Contain a mixture of vegetable and essential oils, pure natural substances with antimicrobial action.

Improves blood circulation in mucous tissues and restores its natural functions. Pinosol is a complex medication with anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and antiviral effects.

Reduces the intensity of local exudative inflammation, reduces the viscosity of mucus, facilitates its separation and expectoration. When chronic disease increases blood flow in the nose, larynx, trachea and promotes functional recovery.

Indications: infectious and inflammatory diseases of the nasal cavity, nasopharynx, trachea, bronchi.

In the first stage of a runny nose, doctors recommend dripping 1 drop into each nostril at three-hour intervals. When you feel better, switch to four times a day. For babies, wet an ear stick with the solution and rub the nasal passages in a circular motion.

Pinovit

It is used in the treatment of various forms of rhinitis. Pinovit reduces inflammation, swelling, has a thinning property. The drug is contraindicated when there is an allergy to its components.

The tool is intended for children from 2 years. The dosage for children is 1 drop in each nostril no more than 4 times a day. The duration of treatment is about 6 days.

Other nasal oil drops co similar action and the same treatment regimen - Ekvasept, Sinusan, Vitaon.

Antiviral drops

The basis of almost all antiviral nasal drops is interferon.

Grippferon

Antiviral drug, the main component of which is interferon. Release form: ointments, drops, children's spray from the common cold.

Grippferon has a powerful anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory effect.

Its undoubted advantage is the almost absolute absence of side effects and contraindications. It's efficient medication from the common cold of viral origin for children under 1 year old.

Ingaron

Ingaron is made in powder form. white color. Before using it, you need to make a solution. The powder must be diluted with distilled water. Ingaron is based on gamma-interferon. It is more effective against viruses. The drug has a wide spectrum of action. Contraindicated in children under 7 years of age.

Derinat

Derinat differs from other antiviral drugs in that it does not contain interferon. The main component of the drug is deoxyribonucleate.

The drug has a fairly strong immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory effect. The dosage for children is calculated only by the pediatrician individually for each case.

Antibacterial drops

Antibacterial nasal drops are "heavy artillery" for the treatment of diseases of the nasopharynx and the entire system of the upper respiratory tract. These drops will help cure nasal diseases that are not amenable to conventional therapy.

Antibacterial drops consist of strong substances that fight infection and relieve a runny nose in children. These medicines quickly remove the swelling of the mucous membranes, normalize the respiratory function.

Compared to the same preparations in the form of tablets drops have a number of advantages.

1. They can act directly on the source of infection at the local level, which allows you to more effectively and quickly deal with the disease.
2. Avoid allergic reactions and the emergence of resistance to certain antibiotics.
3. The drugs do not have negative impacts to the digestive tract.
4. Do not harm healthy flora.
5. The product is not applied locally to other areas of the body and is safe for the immune system.
6. Does not affect destructively on blood vessels and capillaries.

Despite the rather significant benefits, this type of antibiotic treatment is not safe. Therefore, they cannot be assigned on their own.

Polydex - nasal drops with antibiotics polymyxin and neomycin. The exclusivity of the remedy lies in the combination different groups antibiotics.

This allows more types of infection to be covered.

The drug is considered effective, as it has a wide spectrum of action.

But, when it is used for children, it is necessary to strictly follow the doctor's prescriptions and be under medical supervision.

The drug contains a hormonal ingredient, so it tends to be prescribed in exceptionally difficult cases. Children can use the product after reaching the age of three.

Isofra

Isofra contains the main active ingredient framycetin. The medicine is made in the form of sprays. An antibacterial drug of this kind is good for certain types of infection.

Therefore, it is prescribed in cases where the causative agent is known. Well eliminates all classes of aerobic microorganisms. When a drug does not work after a week of use, it is discontinued and replaced with another type of antibiotic.

These medicines can be administered to children and adults. It must be borne in mind that the drugs belong to the group of antibiotics and each of them is intended for a specific age group.

Antiseptic nose drops for babies Protargol

It is an anti-inflammatory astringent colloidal solution of silver ions. It is used for children from birth. The drug belongs to the category of a wide spectrum, but it has limitations.

For viral infections, this drug does not work. When using Protargol, an infection of bacterial origin goes away quickly, without complications.

Always talk to your pediatrician before choosing and using any effective cold medicine for children. Be sure to call your pediatrician if your baby develops symptoms or a fever.

Runny nose can overtake small child already from the first weeks of life. For a toddler and his parents, this condition is very unpleasant: the child becomes very capricious, sleeps poorly, cannot eat. Against this background, children often lose weight. By itself, a runny nose is not terrible, but it is very difficult for a child to tolerate, so parents always strive to alleviate the condition of the baby.

The site "I am Your Baby" warns: self-medication is dangerous to health! Before taking medicines need expert advice!

How does a runny nose develop?

Runny nose, or rhinitis, is not separate disease, usually it joins other diseases: influenza, acute respiratory infections, SARS, measles. Runny nose lasts from a week to 10 days, there are several stages in its development.

The initial stage (reflex). The vessels of the nasal mucosa narrow, dryness, burning appear in the nose, and there is a constant urge to sneeze. By such an “itch” in the nose, everyone easily understands that a runny nose is starting. This stage lasts only a few hours. catarrhal stage. During this stage, the vessels of the mucosa, on the contrary, expand, the mucosa turns red, the nose swells slightly. The main feature of this stage is the appearance watery discharge from the nose. Sometimes it is accompanied by lacrimation, stuffy ears. Swelling of the nasal mucosa due to vasodilation causes a state of nasal congestion. This stage lasts for several days. Recovery stage. At this stage, the discharge becomes thick, and if a bacterial infection joins (which happens in most cases), they have a greenish or yellowish tint. Nasal congestion disappears, the general condition improves.

TOP 5 children's medicines for the common cold

There are a lot of medicines for the treatment of the common cold now. For children under one year old, there are some restrictions: due to the imperfection of the structure of the nasal passages, such babies cannot use sprays. This can lead to the spread of infection, so it is better for children under one year old to bury the drops. Let's try to highlight the best drugs that can be used for children under 5 years old.

Aqua Maris

This preparation is purified sea water containing natural trace elements (sodium, magnesium, calcium). In children, Aqua Maris can be used in the following cases:

Acute or chronic runny nose. Adenitis. Allergy. Prevention during epidemics. Carrying out hygiene procedures, moisturizing the nasal mucosa.

Aqua Maris is available in 2 forms: nose drops and spray.

Drops are sold in bottles of 10 ml. They can be prescribed to children from the 1st day of life. Aqua Maris drops are instilled 2-3 times a day, 1-2 drops in each nostril. The approximate price is 125 rubles. The spray is available in 50 ml cans. with a special comfortable nozzle. The spray can only be used for children over 1 year old. It can also be used for treatment and for hygiene procedures according to the scheme: 1-2 injections 2-3 times a day. The approximate price is 251 rubles.

The drug Aqua Maris is completely safe for the child. The only possible side effect is the risk of an allergic reaction, but this is extremely rare.

Aqualor Baby

This is another preparation based on natural sea water of the Adriatic Sea. Aqualor Baby contains only natural ingredients, there are no preservatives in its composition. Isotonic sterile sea water is enriched with trace elements: potassium, magnesium, sodium, selenium, zinc and others. This drug not only has a cleansing and anti-inflammatory effect, but also improves immunity.

Indications for use Aqualor Baby:

Treatment and prevention of infections (influenza, SARS) and inflammatory diseases(sinusitis, adenitis). Hygiene of the nasal cavity. Preparation of the mucosa for the application of other drugs.

Aqualor Baby is available in two forms: drops and spray.

Drops are available in bottles of 15 ml. Drops can be used from birth, they need to be instilled 2-4 times a day, 1-2 drops in each nasal passage. The approximate price is 105 rubles. The spray is available in 125 ml cans. The barrel has a convenient nozzle with a restrictive ring that prevents too deep insertion. The spray is used in babies from a year on the same principle as drops. In order for the effect of it to be maximum, it must be used correctly: when injecting, the child must tilt the head to the side, and then the contents must either be removed with an aspirator or let the child blow his nose. The approximate price is 317 rubles.

Nazol Baby

A vasoconstrictor drug active substance phenylephrine. Nazol Baby facilitates breathing by reducing swelling of the nasal mucosa. The drug is available in the form of drops in 15 ml bottles.

Indications for use:

Colds, influenza, SARS. Allergies.

The drug is approved for children from birth. The dosage of drops is selected according to age:

Children under 1 year old are instilled 1 drop no more than 4 times a day. Children from 1 to 6 years old are instilled 1-2 drops once every 6 hours.

Despite the fact that Nazol Baby is produced specifically for children, this drug has contraindications and limitations:

Drops can be used no longer than 3 days. Nazol Baby is contraindicated in diseases of cardio-vascular system, diabetes hypersensitivity to its components. When using, the dosage must be strictly observed. In case of an overdose, a state of nervous excitement occurs, the heart rhythm is disturbed. When using drops, it may appear headache, dizziness, sleep disturbance, tingling in the nose.

The younger the child, the more carefully this drug should be used. approximate cost 158 rubles.

Otrivin Baby

The drug Otrivin Baby is a sterile isotonic saline solution, in other words, a well-known saline solution. Otrivin Baby well cleanses and moisturizes the nasal mucosa, improving the condition of the mucous membrane and increasing local immunity. According to its composition, it is natural for the body.

Indication for use:

Daily hygiene of the nasal cavity. Treatment and prevention of rhinitis, colds.

Otrivin Baby is available in the form of drops and spray.

Otrivin Baby drops are available in 5 ml bottles. For children of any age, the scheme for using this drug: 2-4 drops in each nasal passage, the frequency of instillation - according to the situation. You can use this drug from the first day of life. The approximate price is 199 rubles. Spray Otrivin Baby is available in 20 ml cans. Recommended for use in children from one year old. You can apply Otrivin Baby spray as needed several times a day, injecting it into each nasal passage. The approximate price is 169 rubles.

An allergy to the components of the drug is possible. This drug has no other restrictions.

Vibrocil

Vasoconstrictor drug based on phenylephrine and dimethindene. As an auxiliary component, Vibrocil contains lavender oil, so it has a specific smell and taste. This drug relieves swelling of the nasal cavity and makes breathing easier.

Indications for use:

Runny nose of any origin. Acute otitis.

Vibrocil is available in the form of drops, gel and spray, but the manufacturer does not recommend using the spray for children under 6 years of age.

Drops should be instilled according to the following scheme:

Children under 1 year - 1 drop in each nasal passage 3-4 times a day. Children over 1 year old - 1-2 drops 3-4 times a day.

Before use, be sure to clean the nasal mucosa. Burning may occur during application discomfort in the nose and nasopharynx. An allergic reaction may occur. The approximate cost is 231 rubles.

It is necessary to choose a remedy for the treatment of a common cold in children under 5 years of age, based on the severity of the situation. With a slight runny nose and congestion can cope natural preparations, with a more serious runny nose - vasoconstrictors.

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A runny nose is a symptom that indicates that the nasal mucosa is trying to get rid of a microbe, allergen, foreign body or dust by washing them out of the nasal cavity. Nasal congestion indicates swelling of the same membrane.

In both of these cases, help is needed in the form of a local remedy - drops or sprays. The main requirement for these remedies, whether it is a nasal spray or drops, is that it helps the nasal mucosa in solving the problem, and not just eliminates congestion or snot.

Below we give groups of drugs that are used for nasal congestion and runny nose, indications for use, duration of action and prices. To say what type of medication is needed, no one can do it better than an ENT doctor who will do this based on the results of the examination.

Important Rules

For a cold remedy to really help, follow these rules:

Use the drops for children under 6 years of age and the spray for adults. This is due to the fact that in children the auditory tube, that is, the message between the pharynx and the ear, is short. If a spray is sprayed into the baby’s nose, then it, as well as particles of microbes from the nasopharynx, is very likely to enter the inner ear. There they are likely to cause otitis - allergic or infectious. Using the drops, lie down (lay the child down), drip 1-2 drops of the drug into the right nostril and turn your head to the right, slightly tilting it up. As you drip into your left nostril, turn your head to the left and up. At the same time, on each side, you need to lie down for 7-10 minutes so that the product can get not only on the nasal mucosa, but also in the area where the nose connects to the sinuses. This rule is especially important for vasoconstrictor drops: by properly instilling, you will quickly facilitate nasal breathing, and also prevent sinusitis (edema in the junction of the sinus and nose will subside - the contents of the sinus will not stagnate, but will come out). When using the spray, on the contrary, the head should be vertical and tilted in the direction opposite to the nostril. So the drug will remain in the nose, and not move into auditory tube. Rinse your nose with saline solutions before using medicated nasal sprays. This can be done using ready-made drops and sprays, which we will discuss below, or solutions that require preparation (Dolphin, Aqua-Maris powders with a nasal rinse system). You can also rinse your nose with a 0.9% solution of sodium chloride purchased at a pharmacy in a bottle of 200 or 400 ml, as well as a composition prepared independently (for 200 ml of boiled warm water 1 teaspoon of salt is taken).

Types of drops from the common cold

What drops in the nose from the common cold can be used? There are such groups of drugs:

Salt solutions. Vasoconstrictor drops and sprays. Hormonal sprays. Sprays to thin thick nasal discharge. Drops and sprays with antibiotics or antiseptics (including those based on silver). Antiviral local preparations. Combined preparations, including emollients, which contain essential oils. Drops that will thicken abundant liquid snot. Homeopathic preparations. Drops and sprays with immunomodulating effect. Drops in the nose from an allergic rhinitis.

Saline solutions

Medicines based on ocean, sea water or similar solutions prepared in a pharmacy contain many trace elements, organic compounds, minerals. They are indicated for a runny nose of any (allergic, viral, bacterial, fungal) origin, any type of sinusitis (sinusitis, frontal sinusitis), inflammation of the adenoids. Their action is aimed at:

washing out microbes from the nasal cavity; liquefaction thick mucus; leaching of substances released during inflammation and maintaining their level; acceleration of mucosal healing; increased tone of the vessels of the nasal mucosa; destruction of microbes (if the water contains iodine).

Depending on the concentration in sodium chloride solutions, several types of saline solutions are distinguished:

Vasoconstrictor drugs

These drops and sprays are used both for allergic rhinitis and for colds. They narrow the vessels of the nasopharynx, as a result of which the edema disappears and nasal breathing resumes. With an infectious rhinitis, their use is justified: when removing edema from the nasopharynx, in tympanic cavity will not be created reduced pressure so the inflammatory and germ-laden fluid will not diffuse into the structures of the middle ear.

Useful decongestants (the so-called vasoconstrictor drugs for the nose) and for the prevention and treatment of sinusitis (sinusitis, frontal sinusitis). In this case, they relieve swelling from the fistula (message) between the nasal cavity and the sinus, as a result, the contents of the sinus do not stagnate, presenting a danger in terms of the development of complications, but go into the nose.

Decongestants allow a person to breathe easier through the nose, especially during meals, hear better (even in the presence of otitis media), normalize sleep and voice. At the same time, they inhibit the movement of cell processes (cilia) that form the nasal mucosa. When used for more than 5 days, the cilia completely “paralyzes” (this is a temporary effect), so you should not use such drops for longer. You can save a little cilia by using decongestants along with saline (Rinomaris, Rinotaiss).

Decongestants “work” through adrenaline receptors located on the cells of the vessels of the nasal mucosa. They give a "command" similar to that which "gives out" adrenaline - to narrow the blood vessels. The blood stops filling the vessels - the swelling subsides for a while, the production of nasal mucus decreases. This feature is also used to stop nosebleeds.

Adrenaline receptors are not only on the vessels of the nasal cavity - they are on many cells, including the cells of the heart, bronchi, prostate, bladder and pregnant uterus. Possible side effects associated with an overdose of any drug are associated with this: an increase in blood pressure, a significant decrease in heart rate, loss of consciousness, and a decrease in temperature. Due to the ability to contract the uterus, decongestants are not used during pregnancy.

Decongestants also have this feature: if the active substance constantly circulates in the blood, the receptors stop responding to it, and in order to achieve the effect, the dose will have to be increased, which will inevitably lead to the development of unwanted symptoms. Therefore, vasoconstrictor drops are not used for longer than 5, in extreme cases, 7 days. If it is necessary to maintain the effect, the ENT doctor may prescribe a drug with another main active ingredient.

Drops from a runny nose and nasal congestion are divided depending on their active substance. Some foundations of funds are only 3-4 hours, while the action of others is designed for 8-10, and even 12 hours. Unless otherwise indicated, short-acting formulations are best used during the day, while longer-acting drops and sprays are best left overnight.

Please note: children's nasal drops from a runny nose contain 0.025-0.5%, for adults a concentration of 0.5% is used (in the case of oxymetazoline), 0.1% (for other active ingredients). For children up to a year, and preferably up to 6 years, use only forms in the form of drops.

Cheap drops in the nose from a cold are:

Xylometazoline-Solopharma; Xylene; Galazolin; Rinostop; Naphthyzin; Nesopin.

Hormonal sprays

These drugs based on glucocorticoids - hormones, analogues of which are produced in the human adrenal glands - have a pronounced anti-inflammatory, anti-edematous and anti-allergic activity. They are not first aid preparations, starting to act 3-4 hours after instillation. Maximum activity begins in a day.

Removing swelling, drops with glucocorticoids improve nasal breathing, prevent the development of sinusitis or, if it has already developed, reduce its manifestations. Due to the fact that they depress local immunity, thin the nasal mucosa, and can lead to an increase intraocular pressure, this type of drugs is prescribed only by an ENT doctor.

Depending on the main active ingredient, there are such hormonal sprays (they are presented in decreasing order of their local activity):

Sprays to thin thick nasal discharge

Rinofluimucil

Both for adults and children with a runny nose, accompanied by discharge thick snot(usually this happens on the 5th day of the disease or later), Rinofluimucil is prescribed - a drug containing acetylcysteine ​​\u200b\u200bmucus thinner and tuaminoheptane sulfate that relieves swelling.
Indications: rhinitis with profuse mucopurulent discharge, chronic rhinitis, sinusitis, vasomotor rhinitis.
Application:

adults - 2 doses of aerosol in each nasal passage 3-4 times a day; children from 3 years - 1 dose 3-4 times a day.

Contraindications: Hypersensitivity, angle-closure glaucoma, increased function thyroid gland, treatment with antidepressants-MAO inhibitors.
Its price is 230-300 rubles.

Drops with antiseptics

If the runny nose is bacterial in nature, that is, yellow snot is released from the nose almost from the first day of the disease, the ENT doctor prescribes drops with antiseptics. Antiseptics are substances that destroy bacteria, which also have the ability to slow down the vital activity of fungi and viruses. These are not antibiotics to which bacteria can develop resistance: to the composition antiseptics microbial enzymes have not learned to adapt.

Such drugs are prescribed only by an ENT doctor. Allocate such drops with antiseptics:

Antiviral topical drugs

These are sprays and drops based on interferon-alpha1 - an antiviral substance that human leukocytes produce when a virus enters the body - to destroy it.

Drops with antibiotics

They are prescribed for purulent processes localized in the nasal cavity or sinuses.

Combined drugs

Drops and sprays of this type contain a vasoconstrictor in combination with either an antihistamine, or a glucocorticoid, or an antibacterial drug.

The last 2 drugs are also classified as softening drops (due to essential oils in composition). They are used for prevention and complex treatment otitis, which arose as a complication of SARS.

Drops that will thicken abundant liquid snot

If the snot remains plentiful and liquid, despite ongoing etiotropic (that is, aimed at treating the cause) therapy, the doctor may prescribe drops with tannin, an astringent of plant origin. Such drugs are prepared in the prescription departments of pharmacies according to prescriptions issued by a doctor. The doctor selects the composition of the drops depending on the individual situation.

Homeopathic preparations

Anti-inflammatory, local irritant

Drops and sprays with immunomodulating effect

Antihistamine drops

They are used for rhinitis with a pronounced allergic component.

What to use for children

A list of nose drops for a runny nose for your child will be written by a pediatrician or pediatric ENT doctor– based on inspection and personal experience in this regard. It usually includes:

Washing with saline solutions, mostly not hypertonic, but isotonic: Aqua-Maris, Humer 150 cost, Physiomer, Aqualor, Marimer or others. Vasoconstrictors: Nazol-baby, Nazol-Kids, Nazivin of the appropriate concentration. If strong allergic component, after 2-3 days, the drugs of the previous group are changed to combined means(Vibrocil, Pinosol). With severe edema, Avamys or other hormonal sprays are added in a short course. Bacterial rhinitis is treated with antiseptic (Okomistin, Protargol) and antibacterial (Isofra, Polydex) agents. So that the viral infection does not “knock down” the child, from the first day viral rhinitis use Grippferon or other interferon drugs. Also, from the first day of the disease, Euphorbium compositum and other homeopathic drops help well. If the child is often sick, it makes sense to use IRS-19 or Derinat. But a doctor must prescribe them.

Medicines against the common cold for children under one year old differ in dosage and form of release from those intended for older children and adults. Therefore, medicines against rhinitis in infants must be prescribed by a pediatrician.

A runny nose, in itself, is not a dangerous disease. And all its severity for a child up to a year old lies in their inability to blow their nose and free the sinuses from accumulated mucus. As a result, it is difficult for him to breathe, he refuses to eat and drink, sleeps poorly and is naughty.

The modern pharmacological market presents an insane amount of medicines to combat rhinitis, including in newborns. But are they all completely harmless?

Sea salt medicines

Perhaps the most harmless for babies is Aqua Maris, it is allowed to use it from the first days of a baby's life. It contains no dyes and preservatives, but only purified water of the Adriatic Sea and ions of useful trace elements:

Iodine - a powerful antiseptic that prevents the growth of pathogenic bacteria Selenium and zinc - increase immunity by promoting the production of their own interferon Magnesium and calcium - reduce the production of mucus

Based on all its positive functions, Aqua Maris is indispensable for washing a small nose from snot, before sucking it out, using an aspirator. His second useful property, it is considered good moisturizing of the mucous membrane and its protection from drying out.

This tool has two forms of release. For newborns, the use of sprays is prohibited, as they are not able to hold their breath in time. And the smallest particles of the substance can penetrate into the bronchi and middle ear, contributing to the development of the inflammatory process in the organs. Therefore, for babies up to a year old, the form released in the form of drops is suitable.

You can drip Aqua Maris up to 4-5 times a day, as needed. Before the procedure, the child needs to be calmed down a bit, then put him on a horizontal surface and drip 2-3 drops into each nostril, slightly turning the head of the crumbs in the opposite direction from the nasal passage involved.

Aqua Maris can be used in complex therapy, it perfectly interacts with other drugs, has no side effects and does not cause allergies.

Another similar drug for newborns - Aqualor Baby, similar in composition to that described above. Available for babies up to a year, in the form of drops. It has a disinfectant, cleansing, moisturizing and antiseptic effect.

Vasoconstrictors

The use of vasoconstrictor medications is highly undesirable for infants. Firstly, they are able to greatly dry up the already exhausted, nasal mucosa. Secondly, they are addictive, which requires increasing doses and constant use. This risk arises due to the fact that drugs of this type affect not only the respiratory mucosa, but also the vessels of the whole organism as a whole. Therefore, an important rule when using these drugs is not to use them for longer than 5 days, and not more than 2 times a day.

Naturally, their dosage for newborns should correspond to the age of the patient. Therefore, the use of vasoconstrictor medications without a doctor's prescription is prohibited!

Such drops have an effective effect on infectious, catarrhal and allergic rhinitis, but do not have a therapeutic effect, but only alleviate the symptoms of a leak, relieve swelling and make breathing easier, so it is advisable to use them before going to bed so that a stuffy nose does not interfere with both the baby and his parents, have a good night.

To relieve painful symptoms, doctors usually recommend: Otrivin Baby Nazol Baby Nazivin Vibrocil

Otrivin, produced in drops for irrigation of the nasal cavity, its active ingredient is xylometazoline hydrochloride. It does an excellent job of removing edema from the mucous membrane and restores normal breathing. Suitable for babies from the first month of life. Doctors prescribe Otrivin 1-2 times a day, 1-2 drops in each nostril, for a maximum of a week. It is very important that when proper observance dosage, it does not dry out the nasal mucosa.

Nazol Baby with the active ingredient - phenylephrine hydrochloride, is available in the form of drops, and has a decongestant property. The duration of treatment with Nazol should not exceed three days, and the dosage should not exceed one drop every 6-8 hours. If it is exceeded, heart rhythm disturbances are possible, bad dream, headache, overexcitation.

Most often for removal unpleasant symptoms, pediatricians recommend for infants - Nazivin 0.01%, with the active ingredient oxymetazoline. It has a good decongestant effect, but, unfortunately, it cannot be called harmless. The instructions detail all the side effects that are possible from its long-term use:

Burning and dry nose Sleep disturbance Nausea Vomiting Fever Pulmonary edema Coma

Naturally, in order to avoid harmful consequences, it is possible to use Nazivin only as prescribed by the attending physician in a strictly prescribed dose: no more than three times in 24 hours, 1-2 doses in each nostril, for a maximum of 5 days. To avoid overdose, the bottle is equipped with a special pipette that allows you to measure the exact amount of the drug.

Another drug in the decongestant line is Vibrocil, it is usually prescribed for 5-7 days, three times a day, one drop, since with prolonged use it can lead to increased dryness in the nose.

Remedies for viral rhinitis for infants

Often a runny nose occurs as a sign of acute respiratory viral infections or acute respiratory infections, in which case a reception is necessary antiviral drugs created on the basis of interferons, most often in such cases, doctors prescribe Grippferon.

In addition to antiviral, Grippferon has an immunomodulatory effect on the body, and is suitable not only for therapy, but also for the prevention of diseases. Available in the form of drops, ointments and rectal suppositories. Timely treatment with Grippferon helps to stop the development of the disease on early stage. And it is absolutely harmless for babies, is not addictive, compatible with other drugs and can be used in complex therapy.

There are practically no restrictions on the duration of treatment with Grippferon, but usually doctors recommend its use within 10 days.

Anti-inflammatory drugs

The most common anti-inflammatory drugs against rhinitis are:

Protorgol or Sialor Bioparox Miramistin Isofra

Despite the fact that Protargol, or its analogue Sialor, are based on silver proteinate. That is, they contain ions heavy metal capable of accumulating in the body. Doctors often prescribe them for a runny nose bacterial nature, children up to a year. They have anti-inflammatory and disinfecting effects, creating a protective antimicrobial film on the respiratory mucosa, and help to quickly defeat the disease. Silver-based preparations are allowed for children of the very early age because they do not have vasoconstrictor effect, but still have a number of side effects:

Drowsiness Burning and dryness in the nasopharynx Urticaria With overdose and prolonged use, the development of argiosis (pigmentation) is possible

What is the difference between these two drugs? Protargol is prepared in a pharmacy in the prescription department to order and is sold in liquid form. Sialor can be bought as a dry powder and diluted with a special solvent included in the kit immediately before use. The shelf life of the finished medicine is 1 month.

Bioparks is a topical antibiotic with the active ingredient fusafungin. Effective in the fight against rhinitis caused by bacteria and fungi, but is available exclusively in the form of sprays, so children under 2 years old are not recommended. Usually, pediatricians prescribe Miramistin as a replacement for Bioparox.

Miramistin is a powerful antiseptic and quite good remedy to fight against a wide range of pathogens. Recently, pediatricians are very fond of prescribing it for bacterial rhinitis. But unfortunately for infants Miramistin is not suitable. The fact is that healing effect from it comes only when the entire infected surface is irrigated. For deep penetration into the sinuses, they must be abundantly soaked with liquid, but as mentioned above, the use of sprays for babies under one year old is prohibited. It does not make sense to use Miramistin as drops, since it will not cover the entire nasal cavity, and will not destroy all bacteria living on it.

But, nevertheless, Miramistin should be in every mother's first aid kit, as it does an excellent job of disinfecting superficial skin wounds.

Derinat

Truly unique remedy, a real salvation for children whose constant companion is inflammation of the respiratory mucosa. Derinat is a multifunctional drug and has an immunomodulatory, protective, anti-edematous and soothing effect. Does not constrict blood vessels, is not addictive, and does not dry the mucous membrane.

If you start using it with the appearance of the first symptoms of the disease, it will mobilize all the forces of the body to fight the disease and help defeat it much faster.

Derinat is indispensable for babies from birth and copes with a huge list of diseases such as rhinitis, sinusitis, laryngitis, bronchitis and other respiratory diseases.

For prevention, it is prescribed for a period of 7 to 14 days, 2-4 times a day, two drops in each nasal passage. At the first signs of illness, the medicine should be instilled every two hours, two drops for 24 hours, and in the following days 3-4 times a day. With acute respiratory disease the number of uses increases up to 6 times.

Whatever the cause of the disease in your child, it is necessary to apply this or that complex of treatment only after consulting a pediatrician, do not risk the well-being of your beloved child and do not self-medicate.

Your baby's health is in your loving hands.

Runny nose is common symptom, indicating that the mucous membrane of the nasal passages is trying to eliminate pathogenic pathogens and allergens that have entered the body. In this case, the assistance of special local funds- drops or sprays. Sometimes for children from 3 years old, special nasal gels are prescribed. Modern pharmaceutical companies offer a huge number of drugs to cope with the common cold. How not to make a mistake in choosing and choose the most effective remedy to your child?

Children's drops from the common cold should be selected only by the attending physician. Misapplying even the most good drug can lead to serious and even dangerous complications. In order for a remedy for rhinitis to cope well with pathology, you need to know a few of the following rules:

1. For children under 6 years of age, it is best to use medicines in the form of drops. Sprays are intended for older children.
2. You need to bury your nose in a prone position. First, 1-2 drops drip into the right nostril and turn the head to the right and up, then to the left, also turning the head to the left and up. Thus, the agent enters not only the nasal mucosa, but also into the sinuses, which significantly increases the therapeutic effect.
3. It is strictly forbidden to exceed the dosage recommended by the doctor. Too frequent use of drugs, especially vasoconstrictors, can quickly become addictive, and also contribute to the development of drug-induced rhinitis.
4. Also, do not increase the course of treatment with antibacterial nose drops for children. Although these drugs have only a local effect, when too frequent use they can still cause a lot of side effects.

Stages of development of the common cold

A common runny nose lasts about 7-10 days. If the pathology is of an allergic nature, then the duration of rhinitis is due to the time of exposure to the allergen. In the development of a runny nose infectious nature There are only three stages of development:

1. Reflex. it initial stage development of the disease, which lasts several hours. It is characterized by pallor of the mucous membrane. There are symptoms such as dryness, burning, repeated sneezing.
2. Catarrhal. The duration of this stage is about 2-3 days. It is characterized by lacrimation, profuse discharge, swelling of the nasal mucosa. The temperature may rise to 37.2-37.5º C.
3. Recovery. The third one could be the final one. The mucous membrane is restored, the symptoms disappear. But, since local immunity is still weakened, stopping treatment during this period can contribute to the transition of the disease to a chronic form.

Usually when proper treatment runny nose problems do not occur. With the normal functioning of the immune system, recovery can occur as early as 2-3 days. But a weakened body will not be able to cope with the pathology so quickly.

Varieties of drops for children from the common cold - what is the purpose of drug groups?

Runny nose is a common symptom of many diseases, so it successful treatment aimed at combating the root cause. There are several types of nasal drops:

• vasoconstrictor - relieve swelling, reduce mucus production;
• moisturizing - contribute to the restoration of mucosal functions, disinfect cavities;
• homeopathic - relieve congestion;
• oil - help restore nasal breathing, eliminate pathogens;
• antiviral - fight against viral agents, support local immunity;
• antibacterial - stop the reproduction of bacteria, reduce the amount of purulent secretion;
• antiseptic - thin the mucus, inhibit the growth of pathogenic microorganisms;
• hormonal - relieve swelling, reduce the need for the use of vasoconstrictors;
• antihistamines - block the action of allergens;
• immunomodulatory - help to increase local and general immunity;
• anti-inflammatory - relieve puffiness, restore the mucous membrane.

Which drops to choose from a cold for children, in each case, the doctor should determine. Almost all modern drugs are approved for use in children and, if used correctly, do not cause side effects.

Children's vasoconstrictor drops

With a runny nose, it is noted: inflammation of the mucous membrane, its severe swelling, increased mucus production. The nasal passages of the child overlap, there is a feeling of congestion. Thanks to the use of vasoconstrictor drops, the lumen of the vessels decreases (their narrowing), which helps to reduce swelling and, accordingly, facilitate nasal breathing.

To date, the pharmaceutical industry offers several groups of drops for the treatment of the common cold, containing various active substances:

• naphazoline;
• oxymetazoline;
• xylometazoline;
• phenylephrine.

Means with naphazoline

Among the drugs, which include naphazoline, the most effective are:

1. "Naphthyzin". These cold drops for children are also effective for nosebleeds. The effect of the drug lasts no more than 4 hours, so it requires four times a day. Children's dosage - 1 drop of a 0.01% solution.
2. Sanorin. It is intended for the treatment of various types of rhinitis, it is used to narrow blood vessels, relieve swelling before rhinoscopy. Therapy of the common cold in children is performed with a 0.05% solution.

Drops based on oxymetazoline

The action of drugs with active substance lasts over 10 hours. Usually appoint 2 single application. It is strictly forbidden to increase the recommended dosage in order to avoid side effects. Most often, to cure rhinitis use:

1. Nazivin. Removes puffiness, thins mucus, makes breathing easier. Can be used for children from 1 year old.
2. "Oxymetazoline". Effectively eliminates congestion, other symptoms of the common cold.

Preparations with xylometazoline

The action of drugs with such an active substance is longer - about 10 hours. The recommended frequency of use is 2-3 times a day, depending on the severity of the disease. For babies, a 0.05% solution is used. The most effective are:

1. "Galazolin". It is prescribed for a runny nose provoked by a viral infection, an allergic reaction, as well as for bacterial rhinitis. It reduces swelling, relieves inflammation, redness of the mucosa.
2. "Rinostop". In addition to xylometazoline, the composition of the drug includes sodium chloride and potassium salts. Due to this, the discharge from the nose becomes less viscous and easier to move away.

Products with phenylephrine

Drops in the nose of this group are recommended for use in children of the first year of life. They tone the walls of blood vessels, reduce allergic edema, thin the secretions and promote the removal of mucus. The most effective are "Vibrocil", "Nazol Baby". The first remedy is also available as a nasal gel.

Moisturizers for children's nose

The most popular method of treatment is the use of moisturizing preparations. For young children, they are released in the form of drops, for older ones in the form of sprays. The principle of action of such drugs is very simple: sea ​​salt, which is part of, getting on the inflamed mucosa, moisturizes it, tones the blood vessels. As a result, there is a decrease in the production of mucus, nasal breathing normalizes. List of moisturizing drops from the common cold for children from 1 year old:

• "Aquamaris";
• "Aqualor";
• "Salin";
• "Quicks".

Homeopathic preparations

Principle homeopathic treatment- the introduction of a small amount of a substance that provokes symptoms similar to those of a disease. As a result, a protective reaction of the body occurs, which tries to fight the drug that has entered the body. As a result, strong immunity is developed, which contributes to speedy recovery.

All homeopathic preparations imply long-term use. For the treatment of the common cold are used:

• "Delufen";
• "Luffel";
• Euphorbium Compositum.

Their main advantage is the absence of side effects. These funds enhance local immunity, restore the nasal mucosa and keep it hydrated. The use of homeopathic drops is possible for any form of rhinitis.

Oil drops

Cold medicines for oil based considered auxiliary means. They are necessary to ensure that the mucous membrane of the nasal passages is constantly in a moist state. Such drops are more effective for prolonged rhinitis, prolonged rhinitis, especially when atrophic processes are observed. For such purposes, "Pinosol" or "Tizin" is usually prescribed.

Antiviral

If the cause of rhinitis is a respiratory viral infection, antiviral drugs may be prescribed. Many funds are available in the form of drops. These include:

• "Interferon";
• "Grippferon";
• "Aminocaproic acid" (solution for infusion).

Nasal preparations act directly on viruses: they suppress the ability to reproduce. Additionally, such drops activate the child's immunity, contributing to a faster recovery. By the way, "Aminocaproic acid" is not available in the form of nasal drops. This remedy is widely used in surgical medicine, but its effectiveness has been proven in the treatment of profuse nasal discharge. Also "Aminocaproic acid" is considered effective prophylactic from influenza and SARS viruses.

Antibacterial

With the development of bacterial rhinitis, drops from the common cold with an antibiotic for children are prescribed. These drugs act directly on the problem: they contribute to the destruction of pathogenic microorganisms, relieve inflammation and swelling of the mucosa. The following children's nose drops from a cold have proven their effectiveness in the fight against a runny nose of a bacterial nature:

• "Isofra";
• "Polydex";
• Bioparox.

Funds are used only as prescribed by a doctor. It is strictly forbidden to reduce or increase the dosage of the drug in order to avoid serious complications.

Antiseptic drops

Preparations of this series have a powerful bactericidal and antiseptic effect. Drops contribute to the drying of the mucosa and the removal of the accumulated secret. Most often, these funds are assigned when purulent secretions. This group of drugs includes:

• "Protargol";
• "Sialor";
• "Albucid".

Hormonal

In severe forms, as well as in situations where vasoconstrictor drops no longer cope with their task, hormonal nasal agents are prescribed. The composition of these drugs includes glucocorticosteroids, which help reduce excessive defensive reaction body to allergens. Such drops and sprays from the common cold for children have local action and do not enter the systemic circulation, which minimizes the manifestation of side effects. The most effective of them:

• "Nasonex";
• "Baconase";
• "Nasobek".

Antihistamines

This series of drugs is prescribed for allergic rhinitis. Principle of action: blocking the effect on the body of histamines - substances released under the influence of an allergen. They relieve itching, reduce the amount of pathological secretion, and also help relieve swelling. For children from 2 years old, it is possible to use:

• "Kromogeksal";
• "Sanorin-analergin";
• "Vibrocil";
• "Tizin Alergi" (only from 6 years old).

Immunomodulatory

With various forms of the common cold, the state of immunity is not the least important. little patient. Apart from antiviral action immunomodulating drops contribute to the active development of local immunity, which has a positive effect on the health of the child. Medicines of this kind can be used in medicinal purposes as well as for prevention viral diseases. Modern pharmacological companies supply the following drugs to pharmacies:

• "Derinat";
• "Poludan";
• "IRS 19".

Anti-inflammatory

One of the main tasks of drops from the common cold is to relieve inflammation of the mucosa. Most often, combined agents are used for this, which include an antibiotic and a hormone. The most effective are:

• "Polydex";
• "Sofradex".

Also, "Aminocaproic acid" can be attributed to anti-inflammatory drugs. It helps to reduce foci of inflammation and strengthen blood vessels. It is strictly forbidden to use "aminocapron" without a doctor's prescription.

Folk drops from the common cold for children

To fight with various forms rhinitis can be folk remedies. For these purposes, decoctions of medicinal plants that can be instilled into the nose are best suited. Cheap medicinal herbs can be bought at any pharmacy. For home cooking, they usually use:

• chamomile;
• calendula;
• St. John's wort.

The juices of medicinal plants are no less effective. Here are a few recipes that are good at helping to cope with a runny nose in a child:

Kalanchoe and Aloe

These mini-trees are in almost every home, but not everyone knows about them. medicinal properties. With a runny nose in children, it is recommended to bury the juice of these plants in the nose. For this:

1. Two leaves of aloe or Kalanchoe are crushed to a gruel state.
2. Squeeze the resulting mixture through gauze.
3. The juice is diluted with boiled water in a ratio of 3:1.
4. Apply this remedy in the form of drops 2-3 times a day until the condition improves.

Garlic

Ordinary garlic has a powerful anti-inflammatory and strong bactericidal effect. prepared from it as follows:

1. Cloves (3-4 pieces) are peeled and crushed with a garlic press.
2. The resulting mass is poured olive oil(can be sunflower) and let it brew for 7-8 hours.
3. The garlic-oil mixture is filtered and instilled into the nose of the child, 1-2 drops in each nostril.

Such medicinal drops from a cold for children can deliver slight discomfort, but after 1-2 minutes everything passes. If the burning sensation does not stop, rinse your nose well with water and do not use this remedy again.

TOP 5 effective drops for children from the common cold

Among modern drugs, there are a lot of tools that help to cope with rhinitis as quickly and effectively as possible. How to choose good drops for a cold? Which ones are the best? Below are five of the most effective drugs from rhinitis:

1. Aqua Maris. An effective remedy for the treatment of rhinitis in children. Available in two forms: in the form of a spray and drops. Drops are approved for use in a newborn child from the first day of life. Thanks to the sea water that is part of it, there is fast cleansing nasal passages, reduction of edematous syndrome.
2. "Nazol Baby". A modern and fairly effective vasoconstrictor drug. It is used for a runny nose, provoked by an allergic reaction, SARS and other infectious diseases. Can be used in children up to one year old.
3. "Otrivin Baby". it effective drops from a cold for children from a year. They clean the nasal cavity well, moisturize the mucous membrane, relieve swelling. For older children, they are available as a spray.
4. "Polydex". Combined drug, which has a complex effect. It contains an antibiotic, a vasoconstrictor component, and a hormone. Reduces the amount of mucus discharge, promotes the destruction of pathogenic microorganisms, facilitates nasal breathing.
5. "Derinat". Immunomodulatory drug that promotes tissue regeneration. Relieves inflammation, has an anti-allergic effect, stimulates the immune system, helps to eliminate toxins.

Despite the fact that today you can find a huge number of children's drugs for the common cold, it is still not worth self-medicating. Any drug can provoke the appearance of unwanted side effects, so a doctor's consultation is required before use.

A runny nose can overtake a small child from the first weeks of life. For a toddler and his parents, this condition is very unpleasant: the child becomes very capricious, sleeps poorly, cannot eat. Against this background, children often lose weight. By itself, a runny nose is not terrible, but it is very difficult for a child to tolerate, so parents always strive to alleviate the condition of the baby.

The site "I am Your Baby" warns: self-medication is dangerous to health! Before taking medicines, you need to consult a specialist!

How does a runny nose develop?

Runny nose, or rhinitis, is not a separate disease, it usually joins other diseases: influenza, acute respiratory infections, SARS, measles. Runny nose lasts from a week to 10 days, there are several stages in its development.

1. The initial stage (reflex). The vessels of the nasal mucosa narrow, dryness, burning appear in the nose, and there is a constant urge to sneeze. By such an “itch” in the nose, everyone easily understands that a runny nose is starting. This stage lasts only a few hours.
2. catarrhal stage. During this stage, the vessels of the mucosa, on the contrary, expand, the mucosa turns red, the nose swells slightly. The main symptom of this stage is the appearance of watery discharge from the nose. Sometimes it is accompanied by lacrimation, stuffy ears. Swelling of the nasal mucosa due to vasodilation causes a state of nasal congestion. This stage lasts for several days.
3. Recovery stage. At this stage, the discharge becomes thick, and if a bacterial infection joins (which happens in most cases), they have a greenish or yellowish tint. Nasal congestion disappears, the general condition improves.

TOP 5 children's medicines for the common cold

There are a lot of medicines for the treatment of the common cold now. For children under one year old, there are some restrictions: due to the imperfection of the structure of the nasal passages, such babies cannot use sprays. This can lead to the spread of infection, so it is better for children under one year old to bury the drops. Let's try to highlight the best drugs that can be used for children under 5 years old.

Aqua Maris

This preparation is purified sea water containing natural trace elements (sodium, magnesium, calcium). In children, Aqua Maris can be used in the following cases:

• Acute or chronic runny nose.
• Adenitis.
• Allergy.
• Prevention during epidemics.
• Carrying out hygiene procedures, moisturizing the nasal mucosa.

Aqua Maris is available in 2 forms: nose drops and spray.

• Drops are sold in bottles of 10 ml. They can be prescribed to children from the 1st day of life. Aqua Maris drops are instilled 2-3 times a day, 1-2 drops in each nostril. The approximate price is 125 rubles.
• The spray is available in 50 ml cans. with a special comfortable nozzle. The spray can only be used for children over 1 year old. It can also be used for treatment and for hygiene procedures according to the scheme: 1-2 injections 2-3 times a day. The approximate price is 251 rubles.

The drug Aqua Maris is completely safe for the child. The only possible side effect is the risk of an allergic reaction, but this is extremely rare.

Aqualor Baby

This is another preparation based on natural sea water of the Adriatic Sea. Aqualor Baby contains only natural ingredients, there are no preservatives in its composition. Isotonic sterile sea water is enriched with trace elements: potassium, magnesium, sodium, selenium, zinc and others. This drug not only has a cleansing and anti-inflammatory effect, but also improves immunity.

Indications for use Aqualor Baby:

• Treatment and prevention of infections (flu, SARS) and inflammatory diseases (sinusitis, adenitis).
• Hygiene of the nasal cavity.
• Preparation of the mucosa for the application of other drugs.

Aqualor Baby is available in two forms: drops and spray.

Vasoconstrictor drug with the active substance phenylephrine. Nazol Baby facilitates breathing by reducing swelling of the nasal mucosa. The drug is available in the form of drops in 15 ml bottles.

Indications for use:

• Colds, influenza, SARS.
• Allergies.

The drug is approved for children from birth. The dosage of drops is selected according to age:

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• Children under 1 year old are instilled 1 drop no more than 4 times a day.
• Children from 1 to 6 years old are instilled 1-2 drops once every 6 hours.

Despite the fact that Nazol Baby is produced specifically for children, this drug has contraindications and limitations:

• Drops can be used no longer than 3 days.
• Nazol Baby is contraindicated in diseases of the cardiovascular system, diabetes, hypersensitivity to its components.
• When using, the dosage must be strictly observed. In case of an overdose, a state of nervous excitement occurs, the heart rhythm is disturbed.
• When using drops, headache, dizziness, sleep disturbance, tingling in the nose may appear.

The younger the child, the more carefully this drug should be used. The approximate cost is 158 rubles.

Otrivin Baby

The drug Otrivin Baby is a sterile isotonic saline solution, in other words, a well-known saline solution. Otrivin Baby well cleanses and moisturizes the nasal mucosa, improving the condition of the mucous membrane and increasing local immunity. According to its composition, it is natural for the body.

Indication for use:

• Daily hygiene of the nasal cavity.
• Treatment and prevention of rhinitis, colds.

Otrivin Baby is available in the form of drops and spray.

• Otrivin Baby drops are available in 5 ml bottles. For children of any age, the scheme for using this drug: 2-4 drops in each nasal passage, the frequency of instillation - according to the situation. You can use this drug from the first day of life. The approximate price is 199 rubles.
• Spray Otrivin Baby is available in 20 ml cans. Recommended for use in children from one year old. You can apply Otrivin Baby spray as needed several times a day, injecting it into each nasal passage. The approximate price is 169 rubles.

An allergy to the components of the drug is possible. This drug has no other restrictions.

Vasoconstrictor drug based on phenylephrine and dimethindene. Vibrocil contains lavender oil as an auxiliary component, therefore it has a specific smell and taste. This drug relieves swelling of the nasal cavity and makes breathing easier.

Indications for use:

• Runny nose of any origin.
• Acute otitis.

Vibrocil is available in the form of drops, gel and spray, but the manufacturer does not recommend using the spray for children under 6 years of age.

Drops should be instilled according to the following scheme:

• Children under 1 year old - 1 drop in each nasal passage 3-4 times a day.
• Children over 1 year old - 1-2 drops 3-4 times a day.

Before use, be sure to clean the nasal mucosa. During application, burning, discomfort in the nose and nasopharynx is possible. An allergic reaction may occur. The approximate cost is 231 rubles.

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