The drug "Fenistil" (drops for children). Instructions for use

There are a number of medicines that are designed to treat allergy symptoms. One of them is the drug "Fenistil" (drops for children). The instruction refers it to a group of nonselective histamin blockers. The drug is considered highly effective antipruritic and anti-allergic drug for external and internal use. It is worth to clarify that the drug "Fenistil" treats only the symptoms, but does not eliminate the cause of the disease.

Drug "Fenistil" (drops): instruction

For children, the use of the drug is allowed from the first month of life. A simplified scheme for the dosage of drops is provided. It depends on the age of the baby:

• From the first month to a year should be taken from 3 to 10 drops at a time. In this case, the maximum dose (daily) should not exceed 30 drops.
• Babies at the age of 1 to 3 years are prescribed 10-15 drops per reception. The maximum dosage for a day is 45 drops.
• A child from 3 to 12 years can take 15-20 drops per time. A maximum of 60 drops per day.

This scheme is applicable to children who meet the generally accepted criteria of development (normal height, weight). In the event that the child is weakened or born prematurely, the medicine should be dosed more accurately, based on body weight. This is easy to do. In the preparation "Fenistil" (drops for children) the instruction assumes the following formula: 1 kg of weight corresponds to 0.1 mg of the agent. That is, first you need to calculate the daily dose for admission. For example, a baby weighing 10 kg should receive 1 mg. Let's translate the resulting figure into drops: 1 mg = 20 drops. This number should be divided into several (usually 3-4) receptions. Since drowsiness is noted among side effects, the preparation "Fenistil" (drops for children) instructs to take the following procedure: in the morning, in the daytime, give a lower dosage (5 drops each), and in the evening - increase the amount (give 10 drops). This will protect your child from excessive drowsiness. After you have calculated the daily dose of the drug, be sure to compare it with the maximum allowable rate for the age of your baby. If it exceeds the specified, then let the drops only in the allowed amount: the calculated dose should be reduced to the maximum allowable rate. The tool "Fenistil" (drops for children) allows the instruction to be given both in pure form and in dissolved form. You can mix the substance with juice, milk or water. The drug is pleasant taste and does not cause disgust in children. Remember that the drops can not be heated!

Adverse reactions of the drug "Fenistil" (drops)

The drug acts on the receptors of the nervous system, so one of the side effects is severe drowsiness. In rare cases, in children, the drug may trigger a stop in breathing, convulsions, and a strong heartbeat. This should be taken into account when using the drug "Fenistil" in newborns.

The cost of the drug "Fenistil" (drops for children)

The price of the drug for today is in the range of from 280 to 350 rubles per bottle. You can find out more information in the pharmacy closest to your home.