Experienced mothers and fathers know that the safest remedy for pain in the child’s tummy is Smecta. Some people even abuse this tool, using it for any anxiety of the baby, for example, with colic. Let's see when, why, and how to give Smecta to children.
What is the drug "Smecta"
Before you dilute Smecta (powder) and start taking the medicine, you need to understand the mechanism of its action. The main active ingredient is dioctahedral smectite. Outwardly resembles clay. When it enters the digestive tract, it begins to collect on itself everything that is there, that is, it performs an absorbent function. Naturally, it removes toxic and beneficial substances from the body, including bacteria and viruses. That is why you can not be zealous in the use of the drug "Smecta", it robs the body of the necessary vitamins and beneficial bacteria. Another drug restores the mucous barrier of the gastrointestinal tract, preventing the effects of toxic substances on the walls of the digestive system.
When to applyIf you or your child ate a low-quality product, there is nothing better than diluting Smecta (powder) or inducing vomiting. Indications for taking Smecta funds are:
- intestinal infections of bacterial and viral origin;
- food allergies;
- digestive disorders;
- gastritis, colitis and peptic ulcer;
- heartburn.
The drug is ineffective with intestinal infections, accompanied by fever. In such cases, it is important to consult a doctor immediately.
Contraindications to treatment with Smecta
- Individual intolerance.
- Bowel obstruction.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding are not a contraindication to taking the drug.
Side effects
The drug "Smecta" with prolonged or excessive use can cause constipation, hypovitaminosis, dysbiosis.
Mode of applicationHow to dilute Smecta (powder) for an adult? Mix half a glass of warm boiled water with 1 sachet of the drug, drink completely. Repeat 3 times a day. 1 sachet contains 3 g of medicine.
The drug "Smecta" for infants. Instruction manual
For children from two years of age, the drug is prescribed in the same dosages as adults. Children from one to two years old are recommended to give the medicine at 2 sachets per day (can be divided into 4 doses). But a baby (up to 1 year) is recommended to use no more than 1 sachet per day. The contents should be dissolved in 50 ml of water so as not to substitute breast milk for the medicine. The diluted product must be used on the same day, serving in 3-4 divided doses through a bottle or mixed with liquid food.
Features of the interaction of Smecta with other drugs
The drug "Smecta" slows down the absorption of drugs. It is recommended that you take other drugs and Smecta medicines with an interval of 1-2 hours.
Can I use the remedy for colic
The effectiveness of the drug "Smecta" against colic in newborns has not been proven. All children are individual, therefore they require an appropriate approach to solving this problem. However, some mothers noted an improvement in the condition of the babies after taking the Smecta medication.
Before you breed "Smecta", make sure that it is advisable to take it, in consultation with your doctor.