Preparation "Betargin" for children: instruction, contraindications, side effects

In recent years, more and more parents are faced with such problems as increasing acetone in the urine and blood of the baby, which adversely affect the baby's health. High fever, vomiting, abdominal pain and other symptoms of the presence of ketone bodies are one of the most dangerous conditions that can quickly develop and threaten the life of a child. Such violations in the body can not be ignored, and the medicine "Betargin" will come to the rescue. What is good about this drug? What is the benefit of "Betargin" for children? The instruction for this drug, which will be discussed below, will help answer all questions.

Warning

Whatever the testimony to the use of the drug, and no matter how well the patients responded to the drug, only the doctor can prescribe medication. Even if they are dietary supplements, which include the powder form of release and the preparation "Betargin" in ampoules. Instruction (for children this is very important) says that you can not exceed the daily dose and use the medicine instead of a full meal. Self-medication can be dangerous and lead to serious disorders.

Pharmacological properties

What is so good with the acetone syndrome is the preparation "Betargin" for children? The instruction in the "Characteristic" section says that this agent is a source of betaine and amino acids of arginine, which restore the hepatobiliary system. The main components play an important role in the following important processes of the body's vital activity:

• Protein biosynthesis;
• Urea metabolism;
• Microcirculation of the liver;
• Biosynthesis of phospholipids;
• Regeneration of hepatocytes;
• Oxidation of fats and their utilization;
• digestion.

Promotes the improvement of the following processes:

• Isolation of protein decay products;
• Enhances the function of detoxification of the liver;
• Improves the tone of blood vessels;
• Removes residual toxic nitrogen;
• Reduces homocysteine;
• Reduces thrombus formation.

In addition, the active components have antioxidant, antifibrotic, anti-inflammatory effects. And these properties greatly expand the field of application.

Indications for taking the drug

When can a doctor prescribe a "Betargin" drug for children? The instruction to the preparation says that the action of the active ingredients will help cope with the acetone syndrome in the child, which manifests itself by the following symptoms:

• Signs of general intoxication;
• Thirst, dry mouth and other symptoms of dehydration;
• A sharp decline and lack of appetite;
• Dyspeptic manifestations;
• Detection of acetone in blood and urine in laboratory studies and special tests for home use;
• The smell of acetone from the mouth and from sweat;
• Unreasonable increase in body temperature;
• irritation;
• Drowsiness and lethargy.

It is worth noting that the more neglected the condition, the brighter the symptoms. Also, the disease can be manifested by one of the conditions listed above. In any case, the diagnosis is confirmed only after the analysis.

Quite often the drug is used to treat functional disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. With such diseases as hepatitis, cirrhosis, toxic poisoning with alcohol and medicines, a violation of protein metabolism and cardiovascular pathology, the medicine "Betargin" can also be prescribed. Instructions for use for children and adults depend on the condition; Dosage, as a rule, determines the attending physician.

Recommended doses

What dosage is prescribed for the preparation "Betargin" for children? The instruction, developed by pharmacists, contains information about the following reception scheme:

• Daily 2 ampoules or sachets;
• Before use, the solution and the contents of the sachet are diluted with water (1/2 cup) and give the child a fractional teaspoonful every 15 minutes.

This method eliminates a vomiting reflex, which can occur if you drink a large amount of fluid at once. If necessary, the concentration of the solution can be increased.

Contraindications

To whom is the powder form of release and the preparation "Betargin" in ampoules contraindicated? Instruction for use (for children and adults) warns: if previously there was an intolerance to one of the components, the drug is not prescribed. Also, sachets should not be taken when an allergic reaction occurs. If there is a rash or other signs of intolerance, therapy is canceled and the doctor prescribes symptomatic treatment. The drug "Betargin" is not prescribed for pregnant and lactating. Other contraindications do not have this remedy.