Eating low-quality foodsis a common cause of food poisoning. Unpleasant symptoms are caused by pathogens located in such products, as well as the poisons by which they are processed. Rapidly suppress the spread of infection in the gastrointestinal tract is capable of the drug "Enterofuril". When poisoning the drug has anti-diarrhea and antibacterial action. Before applying the medication it is important not only to read the instructions, but also to get advice from a specialist regarding the treatment regimen.
Food or alcohol poisoning requiresimmediate medical care for the normalization of the patient's condition. In simple cases, you can cope with the pathology at home. To do this, use drugs from the group of antibiotics (antimicrobial drugs) and adsorbents. One of the effective means is "Enterofuril". When poisoning it can be used to treat both adults and children.
The drug belongs to the group of antimicrobial agentsand has a wide range of activities. Bacteriostatic effect is achieved if the manufacturer's recommended dosage is observed. Complete destruction of the intestinal microflora occurs if the dose of the drug is increased.
The main active component in the composition ofof the drug is nifuroxazide, a substance from the group of nitrifurans that is not an antibiotic, although it has a number of characteristic properties. The component does not adversely affect the beneficial intestinal microflora and is not absorbed from the digestive tract. This is its main difference from antibacterial drugs.
The medicine "Enterofuril" for poisoning can betake in the form of a suspension or capsules. The gelatin capsules are filled with a yellow powder and contain 100 or 200 mg of the active substance nifuroxazide. The suspension for oral administration also has a yellow color and a pleasant banana flavor. In 5 ml of a thick solution contains 200 mg of nifuroxazide. The set includes a measuring spoon.
Auxiliary components used in the preparation are the following substances:
The antimicrobial effect of the active ingredienthas a local character. Nifuroxazide does not penetrate into tissues and organs, rendering exclusively antidiarrheal action. A high dose of a substance can lead to the destruction of cell membranes of pathogenic microorganisms.
"Enterofuril" for food poisoning will beis effective in case of infection with gram-positive or gram-negative bacteria: staphylococci, streptococci, salmonella, shigella, E. coli, proteus, Pfayfera stick, Klebsiella. The manufacturer of the drug assures that the given medicine is able to eliminate the symptoms of poisoning quickly enough. "Enterofuril" in most cases is effective due to the lack of development of resistance of pathogenic microorganisms to the components in the composition of the drug.
Medication related toantimicrobial group, is indicated for use in intestinal infections. According to the official instructions, "Enterofuril" can be prescribed for the treatment of the following pathological conditions:
When poisoning in infants is important in a timely mannerStart therapy and prevent dehydration. Many drugs that are shown for poisoning and diarrhea, to take small patients are contraindicated. One of the safest medicines is considered to be "Enterofuril". Due to its unique composition, the drug is capable of destroying pathogenic microorganisms and preserving the beneficial microflora in the intestine.
"Enterofuril" for poisoning in childrenit is preferable to give in the form of a suspension. The thick solution has a rather pleasant banana taste, which makes it possible to give it to the baby without problems. Suspension can be given to children from 2 months to 7 years. On the measuring spoon there are special marks - 2,5 and 5 ml.
The drug works only in the intestinaltract, is not adsorbed into the bloodstream and does not have a negative effect on the body. The medicine is excreted naturally along with the calves. "Enterofuril" is ideal for long-term treatment of intestinal disorders in toddlers. No adverse reactions will occur in this case.
Before taking an antimicrobial agent,consult with a specialist and carefully study the annotation. The duration of therapy will depend on the cause of the intestinal disorder. During the treatment period it is necessary to distinguish the intake of Enterofuril and enterosorbents. The minimum time interval is 2 hours.
The dosage of the medicine depends on the agecategory of the patient. Newborn babies from 2 to 6 months are allowed to take a suspension of 2.5 ml not more than three times a day. Children aged 7 months and up to 2 years give 2.5 ml of medication 4 times a day. Babies who were 3 years old, the dosage is increased to 5 ml three times a day. Adults and children over the age of seven are shown taking 5 ml of a yellow suspension no more than 4 times a day. Change the manufacturer's recommended dose of the drug can only be the attending physician, taking into account the features of the pathology and the patient's condition.
"Enterofuril" in capsules, according to the instructions,can be given to children from the age of three only if the child is able to swallow the medication in this form. The capsule should be swallowed whole and washed down with plenty of water. The medicine for "Enterofuril" poisoning should be taken for at least two days. The maximum duration of antidepriety therapy is 7 days.
Capsules of 200 mg take one three times eachday. This dose is suitable for children aged 3 to 7 years. Adults increase the dosage to 4 capsules. The maximum daily dose of nifuroxazide for adults is 800 mg per day. It is important to observe the time interval between doses of the drug.
The drug has some contraindications towith which each patient should be familiarized before starting therapy. "Enterofuril" in poisoning is forbidden to persons who are hypersensitive or intolerant of the main active substance or auxiliary components. Contraindications include fructose intolerance and age of up to 1 month (in the case of a suspension).
With caution, the drug is prescribed to patients,who suffer from intestinal dysbiosis. After treatment with an antidiarrheal drug, it is recommended to take drugs within a month, whose action is aimed at normalizing the intestinal microflora.
Side effects of the drug is extremelyrarely. This is due to the fact that the components of the drug are not absorbed into the systemic circulation and act exclusively at the local level. Very rarely there is an allergic reaction in the form of hives, itching, redness. Nausea and vomiting on the background of taking "Enterofuril" can talk about an overdose of a drug.
In case of poisoning with ethyl alcoholaccompanied by an intestinal disorder and diarrhea, "Enterofuril" can be prescribed. When alcohol poisoning is important to give the patient first aid. The drug based on nifuroxazide will help to avoid dehydration of the body and will normalize the work of the intestine. It should be remembered that it is contraindicated to take alcohol during treatment with Enterofuril.
In some cases, the drug is prescribed for patients suffering from chronic alcoholism. The components of the drug cause the system to be sensitized to ethyl alcohol.
Symptoms of food poisoning are facinga lot of people, including children suffer from the disease. That quickly to stop unpleasant sensations, to deduce from an intestinal path pathogenic microorganisms and to adjust its work, it is important to begin therapy in time. A quick action is provided by "Enterofuril", which is absolutely safe for both adults and babies. He is appointed even to newborn children, starting from the second month of life.
According to numerous reviews, the drughas proved itself exclusively on the positive side. The disadvantage is the insignificant shelf life of the suspension after opening the vial - 14 days. "Enterofuril" can be used to eliminate diarrhea of any etiology, even with an unidentified type of pathogen. It should be taken into account that in severe cases, the improvement occurs only on the 2-3 day of treatment with the drug.
