Today, probably, there are no mothers whowould not have heard of such a drug as Nurofen. After all, this medicine not only quickly removes the fever from the child and relieves pain, but also actively resists the inflammatory process. Analogues of "Nurofen" have an identical pharmacological effect, since their active substance is also ibuprofen. It is these medicines that we will consider in more detail.
This medication isseveral different forms, but for children it is used only as a suspension. Its main active ingredient is ibuprofen, which has an antipyretic, anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect by inhibiting cyclooxygenase.
Within 45 minutes after oral administrationthe fasting drug reaches its maximum concentration in the plasma. If the drug was taken concomitantly with food, the absorption process takes 60 to 120 minutes.
Getting into the liver, the active ingredient of the medicinemetabolized to inactive derivatives completely, 10% of which are excreted unchanged, and the rest - kidneys in the form of metabolites. Any analogue of Nurofen for children based on ibuprofen has identical pharmacological and pharmacokinetic properties, so it can be used even for crumbs from 3 months.
In order to lower the temperature, the agentrecommended for admission for children from three months, sometimes even younger, if the mass of crumbs exceeds the minimum figure of 5 kg. Most often it is prescribed for ARVI, ARI, influenza and other infectious and inflammatory diseases, which are accompanied by hyperthermia. A drug may also be recommended for the treatment of post-vaccination reactions.
The analogue of "Nurofen" (syrup) for children, like the original, is prescribed for dental, headache, neuralgia, migraine. Effectively, the drug also in otitis, tonsillitis and other ailments of the throat and ears.
Despite the mass of positive pharmacologicalof action, the drug is strictly forbidden to small patients with increased sensitivity to any of the components, as well as in pathologies such as rhinitis, urticaria and bronchial asthma.
Doctors do not designate Nurofen analogues, just like the selfmedicine if the child is diagnosed with hypokalemia, hepatic or renal failure, inflammatory diseases and ulcerative gastrointestinal disorders or various blood ailments. In addition, doctors recommend to closely monitor after taking the first dose of the drug for the condition of the smallest patients, even those who do not have contraindications, and in case of any adverse reactions, seek medical help immediately.
Thanks to the active work of advertising companiesknown consumer is exactly the original drug "Nurofen". Analogues Russian, which are completely identical in composition and action, are used less often, since they are not so well advertised. Although they are in no way inferior to their pharmacological characteristics.
And the most striking example is the medicineIbuprofen. It is administered to crumbs from 6 months in the form of a suspension in diseases of ENT organs, as well as arthritis, spondylitis, osteoarthritis. As an anesthetic, it can be recommended for use in inflammations of soft tissues, trauma, sprain and muscles.
This drug is produced by the domestic manufacturer in the form of a suspension for children from 6 months to 12 years and tablets for adults.
Probably, it is not necessary to remind, that beforethe use of any medication, even if appointed by a doctor, should be carefully studied. And the equivalent of "Nurofen" (syrup) for children - the drug "Ibuprofen" - is no exception to the rules. After all, it is the information leaflet that contains specific information about the nature of the effect of active components of the drug on the body, and warns about the occurrence of possible side reactions.
So, the medication can be negatively affectedrespond to gastrointestinal heartburn, vomiting with nausea, diarrhea, constipation, flatulence and pain in the stomach. Often, patients complain of headache, sleep disturbances, agitation and insomnia.
In addition, this Russian analogue of "Nurofen" cancause allergic reaction, which manifests itself in the form of skin rashes, visual disturbances and the appearance of a cold. In some cases, as practice shows, it is possible to develop erosion-ulcerative lesions of the gastrointestinal tract, antiseptic meningitis and the appearance of bronchospasms.
Relieve pain and quickly cope with heatcan also be an analogue of "Nurofen" for children of Polish origin. The suspension "Ibufen" physicians prescribe crumbs with three months in viral infections, influenza states, as well as angina and other ailments of the respiratory tract and otolaryngology. In dentistry, this medicine can be prescribed to a small patient both during eruption and after removal of the teeth. Surgeons, in turn, are recommended to take the remedy for various damages to soft tissues, joints, ligaments and even fractures.
Like other analogues of Nurofen, the drug has a list of negative side effects. Therefore, it should be taken only according to the doctor's prescription and clearly follow the recommended dosing system.
Another medicine that can be replacedthe drug "Nurofen", is the syrup for children "Advil". The manufacturer produces it in 200 ml vials, which, together with a syringe-dispenser, are packed in cardboard packs. Like other analogues of "Nurofen", this medication is intended to combat heat and pain syndrome in children. Ibuprofen, which plays the role of the main active substance, is effective for diseases of ENT organs, respiratory tract infections and injuries of various types.
This is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory andantirheumatic remedy, doctors prescribe crumbs from three months with ARVI, ARI, otitis, teething and other ailments accompanied by pain syndrome and hyperthermia.
The product is produced in the form of a syrup, the mainthe active ingredient of which is ibuprofen. Pharmacists used sodium saccharin, monohydrate of citric acid, sodium citrate, purified water, glycerin, sodium benzoate (E211), sodium chloride, liquid maltitol, xanthan gum and orange flavoring as auxiliary components for drug development.
This medicine, created by German pharmacistson the basis of ibuprofen, is prescribed by modern pediatricians not very often. However, this does not mean that its pharmacological action is weaker than what Nurofen has for children. Analogues of such an order as the "Brufen Forte" means have identical characteristics and can help with pain syndrome of mild and moderate intensity of various genesis and quickly cope with heat.
It is also worth noting that this drug can be used to treat crumbs with a body weight of more than 10 kg and adults.
If a child has ARD, SARS, teeth are cut orany other inflammatory process that is accompanied by fever and pain syndrome is diagnosed, the doctor can prescribe the medicine "Ibunorm Baby". Contraindications for the use of this medication can serve various diseases of the digestive tract, violations of the liver or kidneys, or hypersensitivity to one or more components of the drug.
A syrup is produced in 50 and 200 ml vials.
All of the above drugs aredirect analogues of the "Nurofen", which are used to relieve the pain and heat in children. However, this list of medicines based on ibuprofen is only a small part of the assortment, which is now presented in our pharmacies.
It is also worth noting that to relieve pain in crumbsdrugs can be used not only in the form of syrups. Children with 12 years with injuries and inflammatory processes of soft tissues the doctor can prescribe the drug "Nurofen" (gel). Analogues means in this form can also be used, so worthy of attention.
Like Nurofen (ointment), analogues have a minimumside effects and contraindications, but have a good analgesic effect. However, before using any of these medicines, you should consult your doctor.
