Children often cough, and there are many causes for this symptom. Sometimes after examination, the doctor diagnoses bronchospasm or identifies its initial stage. It is necessary to treat such pathologies with effective cough medicines, including Clenbuterol syrup.
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Composition and form of release
The agent under discussion is included in the group of beta-adrenergic agonists. The active ingredient is Clenbuterol hydrochloride. Additional elements are present in the solution: glycerol, citric acid, sodium citrate, flavorings and sorbitol. The tablets also contain starch and lactose.
The product is available in liquid form (syrup) and in tablet form. Syrup is a clear, viscous consistency liquid with a pleasant raspberry aroma. Sold in plastic bottles with a measuring cup and spoon. The amount of syrup in each −100 ml.
Which cough should be used, dry or wet
A syrup is used in the treatment of bronchial asthma, pulmonary emphysema and chronic obstructive bronchitis.
Also, therapy is often carried out with the additional use of antihistamines to eliminate allergic symptoms in the form of cough. The tool greatly facilitates the elimination of sputum, softening a dry cough.
If the disease is caused by viruses (such as flu, pneumonia or pharyngitis), then Clenbuterol will provide an effective expectoration.
So, syrup:
- stimulates the elimination of sputum from the respiratory tract;
- relieves dry cough;
- acts gently and with a bactericidal effect;
- makes breathing easier at night.
Instructions for use and dosage of Clenbuterol syrup for children
Cough syrup is recommended for children at least 2 times a day. The correct dosage is derived taking into account the body weight and age of the child. Pediatrician consultation required before use.
- Babies up to 10 months of life are given from 2.5 ml.
- For older babies - up to 5 ml.
- From 2 to 4 years - 7.5 ml each.
- The dose at the age of 4-6 years is 10 ml for a single use.
- Patients from 6 years old can be given 2 times daily for 15 ml.
- For children over 12 years of age, the medication can be increased if necessary.
You should drink the prescribed amount of funds in the morning and before bedtime.
Contraindications, side effects and overdose
Clenbuterol syrup for children has several contraindications for use.
These include:
- intolerance to the individual components of the drug;
- thyroid problems;
- diseases of the cardiovascular system;
- glaucoma or other eye diseases, even the most minor ones.
Complications may result from improperly selected dosage.
Although the syrup does not contain hormones and anesthetics, this does not exclude the risk of the following undesirable manifestations:
- tremor, cramps of limbs;
- headaches, anxiety, and weakness in the body;
- high blood pressure, arrhythmia;
- allergic reaction;
- nausea and vomiting;
- fluid retention, swelling and difficulty urinating.
The pediatrician before the appointment of the discussed means should study all the features of the body and the analyzes of the child. If necessary, the drug can be replaced by an analogue with another active element.
"Clenbuterol" is a medium level of toxicity. In case of an overdose, tremor, tachycardia, and rapid breathing may occur. Symptoms do not last long. After their appearance, immediately reduce the amount of drug used. With severe poisoning of the body, urgent hospitalization is required for gastric lavage.
What is better syrup or Clenbuterol tablets
In the form of tablets, the medicine is administered orally with a glass of water. The dosage is calculated based on the weight and age of the patient. Start with 0.02 mg, gradually increasing the amount of the drug taken. Children from 6 years old are prescribed half a dragee 2 times a day. From 12 years old - 4 times daily.
Syrup is more effective when taken with a dry cough, it can be given even to infants.
The medication in tablet form is contraindicated in children under 6 years of age. Do not administer therapy for more than a week. Thus, in the form of a syrup, the substance has a mild and effective effect in the treatment of childhood diseases of the lung mucosa.
Analogs of a bronchodilator drug
Replace Clenbuterol syrup with analogues with the same or another active element.
Similar drugs:
- Berotek. The main component is fenoterol. Available in the form of an inhaler with a special solution. Assign to children under 6 years old under the strict supervision of a specialist.
- Berodual. The composition of the same elements, except for the addition of bromide. Interacting with each other, they facilitate breathing, relaxing the walls of the bronchi. You can buy in the form of an inhaler, solution or aerosol. Pediatrician supervision is required.
- "Ventolin." Suitable for children of any age. The composition contains the substance salbutamol.
Clenbuterol is a potent cough medicine that should be taken seriously. The course of treatment is prescribed by the pediatrician and is carried out under his strict control in order to avoid possible complications.
