Almost every newborn, not having time to adapt in this life, is faced with intestinal diseases. This is facilitated by:
- diarrhea caused by a drug or allergic factor;
- poisoning of various etiologies (mixture or low-quality cottage cheese);
- rotavirus infection or intestinal flu ;
- stabbing, bloating, nausea and vomiting.
The presence of even one of these symptoms gives all reasons for the use of Smecta. The instruction (for newborns, the drug is also applicable) gives quite extensive explanations and recommendations for use.
Characteristics of the drug "Smecta"
The main advantage of the drug is its natural origin. Consequently, the question "is it possible for Smect to be" born "by itself. Dioctahedral smectite is the main substance that is part of the Smecta preparation and has antidiarrheal properties. The action of the drug is due to the stabilization of the mucosa, it contributes to a volume increase in mucus, an improvement in its gastroprotective properties. Also, the drug inhibits the activity of microorganisms, helps to reduce the effects of toxins, bile salts and hydrogen ions. The discoid-crystalline structure of smectite provides sorption properties and makes it possible to adsorb viruses and bacteria from the intestine without disturbing its motility.
Indications for use of the drug "Smecta"
Indications include:
- diarrhea
- gastrointestinal dyspepsia: flatulence, heartburn and stomach discomfort.
The drug "Smecta": instruction
For newborns, this is the best way to eliminate discomfort in the digestive tract. The tool does not adversely affect the digestive system of the child, as it acts locally and is not absorbed into the blood. It has beneficial effects on the intestinal wall, protects its mucous membrane, adsorbs harmful substances, without depriving the child of useful and nutritious substances.
The action of smectitis is based on the fact that a kind of barrier is being built that prevents the rapid removal of mucus from the intestine. The presence of mucus helps protect the intestines from the harmful effects of waste products of pathogens. It is not absorbed by the body and leaves the intestine in an unchanged state, the Smecta preparation.
The instruction (it is also suitable for newborns from the first days of life) gives clear recommendations for use. Warns of possible allergic manifestations.
How to take smecta to newborns is described in detail in the instructions. But there are a few recommendations. In small children, often with intestinal poisoning there is a high temperature, and if you immediately give the child a large amount of diluted medication, then vomiting will immediately follow. Therefore, the medicine must be given from a spoon, often in small doses. When using the drug "Smecta" instruction (for newborns special conditions of administration) will help to properly dissolve and dose the medicine. Normal use - no more than one package per day for 3 days.
For babies up to three months, the medicine is diluted with milk or a milk mixture, and for older children only with water.
Do not miss the time in treating your child. Prolonged diarrhea leads to dehydration, and the child runs the risk of falling into a coma.