Smecta belongs to those sorbents that have a sparing effect on the body, affects only pathogenic microflora. The effectiveness of the drug depends on the correct preparation and compliance with the dosage. It is very important to know how to breed Smecta.
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The composition (active substance) of the drug
The drug is available in the form of a powder, from which it is worth preparing a suspension. The active ingredient is dioctahedral smectite. It is he who has an absorbent and antidiarrheal effect.
1 sachet contains 3 g of active ingredient. In addition, there are auxiliary components that enhance the taste of the product. Thanks to flavoring agents, the prepared suspension may have a vanilla or orange flavor.
Important! It is worth noting that dioctahedral smectite is a natural component.
The active substance acts directly in the digestive tract, does not enter the bloodstream, much less accumulates in the body.
What helps the drug?
Indications for use are as follows:
- food poisoning;
- rotavirus infections;
- infectious intestinal diseases (salmonellosis, intestinal flu);
- diarrhea of any origin (traveler's diarrhea, poisoning, violation of diet, infection, antibacterial treatment);
- dysbiosis.
In fact, it is not only a sorbent, but also an antidiarrheal agent. But diarrhea of an infectious origin should be treated only as part of complex therapy, together with antibacterial drugs.
Note! Sorbent is not effective for toxic poisoning.
The active substance absorbs viruses, bacteria, toxins and removes them together with feces. It is important that smectite does not disrupt the digestive tract, it does not affect the mineral and vitamin composition and does not change the composition of the intestinal microflora.
The drug not only does not adversely affect the gastrointestinal tract, but it even protects the gastric mucosa from the aggressive effects of toxins, bacteria and gastric juice. Smectite envelops, forms a protective layer. That is why the drug can be used for gastritis, peptic ulcer, duodenitis, cholecystitis and colitis. It eliminates unpleasant symptoms, reduces pain, eliminates colic, bloating, helps to cope with heartburn.
How to breed and drink Smecta?
The effectiveness of the drug depends on whether the suspension is properly prepared. Dosage and frequency of administration is determined depending on the age of the patient.
Note! If after 1-2 days of taking the medicine, diarrhea or intoxication symptoms do not become less pronounced, you should go to the hospital.
Dilute the suspension immediately before use. Since the kids are not able to drink the entire volume at a time, it is allowed to store the medicine in a glass container, but not more than 12 hours.
You need to drink medicine in between meals. The optimal time is 1-2 hours after eating. If you drink the medicine while eating, then all the beneficial substances will be excreted along with smectitis.
The course of treatment is 3-7 days. You can’t take the drug for more than the specified time, otherwise constipation is possible.
For children
Smecta is a safe sorbent, allowed almost from birth. It is simple enough to cook, all that is needed is warm boiled water.
How to breed Smecta for children? It is necessary to dissolve it in 50 ml of boiled water. Pour the powder slowly, constantly stirring so that there are no lumps. If the container with the finished medicine stands for at least 10 minutes, smectite sinks to the bottom. Before use, the suspension must be mixed.
Instructions for use:
- babies - 1 sachet per day;
- children 1-2 years old - 1-2 pcs.;
- over 2 years - 2-3 pcs.
With diarrhea for young children, the cooked volume should be divided into 3 servings, given throughout the day at regular intervals. If the baby has profuse vomiting, it should be soldered in small portions every 5 minutes.
Note! In acute diarrhea or a serious condition of the baby, a 2-fold increase in doses is allowed to improve well-being.
The advantage is that this antidiarrheal drug is allowed to be mixed with liquid food and other liquids (juices, fruit drinks, milk mixture). Thanks to this, you can give the medicine to the baby without problems.
For adults
For adults, Smecta in powder is diluted in 100 ml of water. The resulting volume must be divided into 3 doses.
With severe diarrhea or infectious diseases, up to 2 sachets and up to 6 pieces are allowed once. in a day. The usual dose for an adult is 3 pcs.
During pregnancy and lactation
The drug can be used, despite the interesting situation, but you need to adhere to the treatment regimen. Before taking, it is worth consulting with a doctor.
Note! With bloating and heartburn in a pregnant woman, it is worth giving preference to other medicines, especially in the second and third trimesters.
Thanks to its natural origin, smectite does not harm the fetus, or the pregnant, or the nursing mother. It is important that it does not pass into breast milk, therefore a woman can take the sorbent without problems with infectious bowel diseases, disorders and poisoning.
Dosage is determined individually, but in general it remains unchanged. This is 3 sachets per day. Pregnant women should not take the drug for more than 3 days.
Drug interaction
Other drugs can not be combined with Smecta.You must wait 1-1.5 hours, otherwise the effectiveness of the medications will decrease. Sorbent prevents the active components of the drug from absorbing into the intestines.
Contraindications, side effects and overdose
It is worth noting that this is one of the few drugs that has virtually no contraindications. It can not be taken in case of intolerance to fructose and components in the composition (smectitis, dextrose monohydrate and sodium saccharinate), intestinal obstruction and chronic constipation.
Despite the fact that the sorbent is often prescribed for allergic reactions in order to quickly remove the allergen from the body, the drug itself can cause allergies. This side effect is rare. Allergies are manifested by rash, hives, pruritus, and Quincke's edema.
A common side effect is constipation. In most cases, it appears due to exceeding the permissible doses, as well as with prolonged use of the drug.
If constipation occurs, and treatment should be continued, it is worth slightly reducing the dose.
Sorbent analogues
Sorbent is produced by a French pharmaceutical company, but it is relatively inexpensive. There are domestic substitutes with a similar composition and effect. These are Neosmectin and Diosmectite. The latter does not contain fragrances in the composition, so there is less chance of an allergic reaction. Neosmectin has more flavors - raspberries, orange and vanilla.
After treatment with Smecta, especially young children, it is necessary to take care of the dehydration of the body. Diarrhea and sorbent intake can lead to dehydration, so proper drinking regimen and special rehydration solutions are very important.
