"Dimedrol" is an antihistamine medication. Instructions for use, action, analogues

All medicines are classified. Some drugs are effective in fighting against viral and bacterial infections, others have a positive effect on digestion, others are shown for the correction of the hormonal background ... Antihistamines take a separate step . Drugs can remove allergic manifestations of a different nature. They are divided into several generations. One of the first medicines for allergies was "Dimedrol". This drug will be presented to your attention in the article.

Characteristics of the medicament

"Dimedrol" is an antihistamine medication, which belongs to the first generation of allergy remedies. The medication is available in different forms: tablets, solution for intramuscular injection. Also you can find on sale candles with "Dimedrol". Now it is almost impossible to buy a medicine. Injections and tablets "Dimedrol" without prescriptions are not released. If in the pharmacy network you have sold the medicine without prescribing a doctor, then know that it is illegal.

The active substance of the drug is diphenhydramine. One tablet contains 50 mg of this component. Injections are issued in a volume of 1 ml, which contains 10 mg of diphenhydramine

How does the medicine work?

Medication "Dimedrol" is a drug that struggles with an allergic reaction. However, this is not his only action. Instruction for use describes the drug as a hypnotic and sedative. In fact, these effects are incidental. But they always arise at all. Therefore, doctors use this.

With internal use, the drug quickly begins to act. The patient may experience numbness in the oral mucosa. Even when in contact with the skin, the liquid substance "Dimedrol" is rapidly absorbed, providing an anesthetic effect. The drug blocks the production of histamine, acts on the brain and the central nervous system. The medicine has an antihistamine effect, reduces spasms of smooth muscles, relieves swelling, itching and flushing. Clinical studies show that a noticeable effect of using the remedy is noted within the first 20 minutes. The medication "Dimedrol" works about 12 hours.

Appointment of the drug

The drug "Diphenhydramine" (pills) is recommended for use with the following manifestations of allergy:

• conjunctivitis;
• rhinitis;
• hives;
• Sneezing and lacrimation;
• Dermatoses;
• Angioedema;
• Skin reactions;
• Anaphylactic reactions.

In addition, the drug is used in the form of tablets and injections for the treatment of gastric ulcers, gastritis, serum and radiation sickness. A medication is prescribed for seasickness, vomiting of pregnant women, neurological disorders, insomnia and so on. To get a prescription, you need to contact the doctor. You will not be able to use this medicine on your own, as it relates to prescription drugs.

Contraindications and adverse reactions

In what situations is it forbidden to use "Diphenhydramine" (tablets)? Instructions for use do not recommend prescribing to children under 7 years of age. If necessary, the drug is used in the form of injections. The drug is contraindicated in hypersensitivity, glaucoma, prostate diseases, stenosis of the neck of the bladder. It is forbidden to use a medicine for bronchial asthma. With caution appoint the drug to pregnant women and nursing mothers. In these situations, you should always consult with a specialist and compare all the risks and benefits.

The main side effect is drowsiness. But, as already mentioned, doctors use this. Other side effects may be such situations:

• Dizziness, agitation, insomnia, tremor, impaired coordination of movements;
• Dryness in the nose, increased viscosity of phlegm;
• Depression of pressure, failures in a heart rhythm;
• Decreased urge to urinate.

Application

"Diphenhydramine" is a drug that is taken or injected intramuscularly. The dose of the medication depends on the general situation and age of the patient.

• Tablets . For adults and children from 14 years of age, half or a whole tablet (25-50 mg of active ingredient) is used three times a day. The maximum daily dose should not exceed 250 mg. At a time you can use no more than 2 tablets. Children from 7 years of age are appointed on a quarter or half of the pill at one time. Multiplicity of application is from one to three times.
• Injections are administered intramuscularly. Adults and patients after 14 years of age are shown 1-5 ml three times a day. From 7 to 14 years, use 1.5-3 ml of the drug. Children from 4 to 7 years are shown no more than 1.5 ml per one administration. Kids from one year to three appoint 0.5-1 ml of "Dimedrol". Up to 12 months, 0.3-0.5 ml per injection is prescribed.

The drug "Dimedrol"

The medication is used exclusively in the prescribed dosage. If individual recommendations are not given, then follow the instructions. Exceed the established norm of the drug is strictly prohibited. This can lead to an overdose. It is manifested by increased nervous excitability, oppression of the nervous system, digestive organs.

When combining the drug with alcoholic beverages, there is a narcotic effect. Even with the use of small doses of ethanol and "Dimedrol", strong intoxication can occur. Some patients just need to drink a few pills and a mug of beer to fall asleep and never wake up again.

The use of "Analgin" with "Dimedrolum"

The drug is often used as part of a lytic mixture. Such a substance is designed to relieve fever, when other means are powerless. Simultaneously with "Dimedrolum" the antipyretic agent and antispasmodic is used. All components are selected in accordance with the age of the patient.

Also on sale you can meet suppositories rectal "Analdim". They contain analgin and diphenhydramine. The effect of their use is anesthetizing and antipyretic. Suppositories are used mainly in children.

Than it is possible to replace?

Due to the fact that the form of the drug "Diphenhydramine" (injections and tablets) is banned for free sale, consumers try to find an analogue with the same effect. If we talk about structural substitutes, which contain diphenhydramine, then we can mention "Psilo-balm". But this medication is for external use only.

Analogues relating to the first generation of antihistamines can be called "Tavegil" and "Suprastin". Diphenhydramine, as you already know, is not used to treat children until six months. The drug "Suprastin", in contrast, can be used from the first month. The drug "Tavegil" is used for drug allergies and after insect bites. You can buy this medicine without a prescription in any pharmacy. Please note that all antihistamines of the first generation cause drowsiness. When using them, you should not drive a car or engage in responsible work. This is an important drawback of medicines. It is because of the sedative effect that consumers are trying to find a newer, better drug that does not cause drowsiness. Experts note that, despite all the side effects of the drug "Diphenhydramine", it is a proven and effective medicine.

Substitutes for tablets and injections of "Dimedrol" can also be called second generation antihistamines: Zirtek, Zodak, Claritin, Fenistil and so on. Their advantage is that they do not cause sedation. The patient can take medicine and do the usual things. You can use some medicines during pregnancy.

Summarize

The drug "Dimedrol" is an effective tool in the fight against allergic reaction. Medication is often used in hospitals. He always is in the first aid kit. But the consumer can not use this medicine on his own. A few decades ago, you could buy the medicine "Dimedrol" freely. Now it is banned for sale without a prescription. The neurologist, therapist, dermatologist or other specialist can prescribe the remedy.

After using the medication (even in minimal doses), a state of euphoria, calmness occurs. The patient wants to sleep. That's why the drug is contraindicated for people whose activities require attention and concentration. If the drug "Diphenhydramine" is prescribed to you, never exceed the permissible dose. Use the medicine strictly the prescribed time. Be healthy!