The medicine "Grippferon" is an antiviral drug that is used by pediatricians to treat and prevent infectious diseases in newborns and older children.
Pharmacological properties of "Grippferon"
This medicine is prescribed to babies primarily because of its effectiveness and relative harmlessness. However, this does not mean that the medication can be used uncontrollably, relying only on rave reviews from parents. It should be remembered that even the most harmless drug is a medicine. And in some cases, the use of "Grippferon" to infants may not be justified. However, if this medication is indicated by a pediatrician, then its benefit for a sick baby is difficult to overestimate.
Indications of the drug "Grippferon"
Drops in the nose can be used at any age. The convenience of this form lies in the ease of determining the dose. In addition, it is possible to exclude the likelihood of medication getting into the inner ear region, which in babies is directly connected to the nasal cavity.
However, the spray has a number of advantages. Firstly, spraying is carried out using a special dispenser that evenly distributes the medicine over the nasal mucosa, with normal instillation there may be places where the product does not fall. Therefore, when using the “Grippferon” drops, infants should carefully massage both nostrils, which will allow the solution to reach secluded places. Usually in the first month of life,
infants with a healthy immune system do not get the flu, so nature took care of them. Therefore, you should not stuff such children with medication for prevention. As for babies with weakened immunity, in this case drops of “Grippferon” for babies will be simply irreplaceable. The same applies to older children, often catching a cold. For these categories of patients, the prevention and treatment of ailments with the help of the drug is an excellent way to improve health. You should not specifically look for a children's form of the drug in a pharmacy. This tool is already intended for babies. Attention needs to be paid only to the volume of the vial. You can learn about the dosage and treatment regimen from the instructions, it all depends on the age and condition of the child. Before using the product, it will not be superfluous to consult a doctor.
Means "Grippferon" for babies: reviews and instructions for use
Like other drops intended for small patients, the drug should be administered in a prone position. In this case, the child's head should be turned on its side. After instillation of one nostril, turn the head over to the other side and repeat the procedure. There is much debate among parents about the greater effectiveness of the spray or drops. In fact, from the instructions it can be understood that both forms of the drug contain the same amount of active substances. Drops are produced for the reason that the nasal spray is not recommended for babies up to the age of three.