Anaferon: instructions for use

In a season when there is a large number of cold and viral diseases, many are turning to medicines in order to increase immunity. These drugs include "Anaferon", the instruction to which marks its antiviral and immunomodulating effect.

The preparation is provided in the form of tablets intended for resorption. The composition includes gamma globulins, which act against human gammainterferon. In addition, there are magnesium auxiliaries, stearate, lactose, aerosil.

The main action of the drug "Anaferon" instruction describes how to activate antiviral immunity. Moreover, in addition to increasing the natural protective reactions of the body, the drug also has an antiviral effect, which is why it is prescribed for both prophylaxis and treatment. The use of tablets helps to reduce the concentration of viral cells in the tissues affected by it. Pharmacokinetics of the drug is not monitored, since the substances in its composition can not be determined with the help of markers and kinetic studies.

"Anaferon" adult instruction recommends using depending on the desired result. The dosage and the regimen of taking the tablets differ, based on the purpose of the application.

So, therapy of a viral, intestinal infection or influenza should be started when the first symptoms appear, the effectiveness of the drug in this case is greatly increased. At the beginning of taking one tablet is recommended with an interval of half an hour 4 times. After that, during the day you need to take 3 more pills, making even breaks. Further, 3 tablets a day are drunk before full recovery. If visible improvement does not occur after a three-day intake of the drug, you should consult your doctor.

With the prophylactic purposes "Anaferon" tablets, the instruction recommends taking one piece per day, up to 3 months. For babies, special pills are available, which are allowed to be used from a month old.

Contraindication to use is sensitivity to the constituents of the drug. Side effects when receiving funds for the relevant recommendations in the instruction was not noted. In some cases, there may be reactions to the components contained herein. In case of an overdose there are practically no manifestations. Diarrhea of the gastrointestinal tract can rarely occur.

It is necessary to remember that the adult "Anaferon" instruction does not recommend giving to children. Also, the drug is not assigned to patients who have galactosemia or lactose deficiency, since the composition contains lactose. Clinical trials on the tolerability of the drug during pregnancy and lactation were not conducted. A doctor can recommend a remedy during this period, while correlating the risk of adverse effects on fetal development and maternal health. However, independently, without consulting a specialist, women of these groups should not take the drug.

The "anaferon" instruction allows simultaneous use with antibacterial and other antiviral drugs, since no clinical effects have been observed here. In some cases, taking an antibiotic concomitantly with this drug can even bring a greater effect.

There are drug analogues, among which are Aflubin, Kagocel, Arbidol. They also stimulate the immune system, protecting the body from viruses. At the same time, it is impossible to say which of them is more effective, since many drugs are selected individually for each individual. "Anaferon" among other homeopathic tablets stands out at an affordable price and almost complete absence of side effects.