To date, allergies are present in the history of many patients belonging to different age categories. Among the pharmacological products that can help with this ailment, Suprastin (tablets) is isolated. This drug also has sedative and anticholinergic properties.
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Composition of allergy pills
The pill is based on chloropyramine hydrochloride. This compound is classified as m-anticholinergic. The antiallergic effect will manifest itself 15-20 hours after taking the medication. The active ingredient is metabolized in the liver. Its remains are excreted through the organs of the genitourinary system.
In appearance, Suprastin is a grayish-white tablet. Each pill contains 25 mg of active ingredient. On the pill there is an inscription and a groove. Using the latter, you can easily divide the tablet into several elements. In especially difficult cases, Suprastin is used instead of the pill, which is realized in the form of an injection solution for intramuscular and intravenous administration. It has a transparent shade and a slight specific smell.
Tablets are placed on contour packs, which are then placed in cardboard packs. There you can find instructions for use.
In addition to the main component, the composition of Suprastin contains additional ingredients, among them there are:
- stearic acid;
- talc;
- potato starch;
- sodium carboxymethyl starch;
- gelatin;
- lactose monohydrate.
Manifestations of an acute immune response quickly disappear after taking Suprastin. High efficiency is combined with a wide range of adverse reactions. Therefore, treatment of the patient should be under the supervision of a physician.
Why is an antihistamine prescribed?
Suprastin tablets help eliminate the following symptoms:
- itching of the skin;
- swelling;
- dyspepsia;
- catarrhal phenomena;
- hives.
This is due to the high antihistamine activity of the drug, its ability to block peripheral receptors.
The maximum concentration of the drug is fixed in the blood 60 minutes after administration. The positive effect lasts for 3-8 hours.
A significant reason for the appointment of tablets are:
- angioedema;
- acute, chronic eczema;
- serum sickness;
- hay fever;
- hay fever;
- drug intolerance;
- reaction to insect bites;
- allergic rhinitis;
- dermatitis provoked by exposure to an irritant;
- conjunctivitis.
The annotation says that Suprastin belongs to antihistamines. Allergy pills help relieve the inflammatory process. They also have a mild antispasmodic effect. After the use of the medication, the production of proteins that occur when a person comes in contact with irritants (food, tobacco smoke, chemical compounds, pollen, animal hair) is blocked.
To purchase Suprastin, you do not need a doctor's prescription. There will also be no problems with the purchase of the drug: it can be bought at any stationary pharmacy or online. The order of admission, the daily dosage and the duration of the treatment course are determined by the doctor. At the same time, he focuses on the results of a diagnostic examination. Suprastin is often included in the complex therapeutic regimen prescribed for infectious infection and otitis media.
This drug is a first-generation antihistamine. Despite the fact that today there are many more modern drugs on the pharmacological market, Suprastin is necessary for the relief of acute conditions. Among the latter, angioedema, anaphylactic shock, Quincke's edema are distinguished. In the absence of timely medical care, a fatal outcome is possible.
Chloropyramine affects the central nervous system, small blood vessels and smooth muscles. The absorption of the ingredients of the composition occurs in the gastrointestinal tract. Metabolism occurs in the liver, the withdrawal of the drug through the kidneys. It should be noted that the children's body cleans much faster than an adult. With the occurrence of renal dysfunction, the process of elimination of the m-anticholinergic antagonist significantly slows down.
Instructions for use Suprastin for adults and children
The medication should be taken in full accordance with the scheme selected by the attending physician.
The manufacturer's instructions specified in the enclosed instructions must also be observed. Suprastin does not have a prolonged effect, so you will have to drink pills several times a day. Single dose Depends on age. It is calculated based on the formula (2 mg of active ingredient per 1 kg of patient weight).
The maximum daily allowance for an adult is four pills. The tablet is washed down with a sufficient amount of liquid. Chewing it is strictly forbidden. The drug easily passes the blood-brain barrier. When combining an antihistamine medication with alcohol and psychotropic drugs, the load on the cardiovascular system, central nervous system increases. This is evidenced by the appearance of severe symptoms, among them problems with nervous regulation, anaphylactic reactions and coma. The medicine should be drunk after eating.
By means of Suprastin, fever is removed. In this case, the drug is most often used in liquid form.A powerful antispasmodic (Papazol, Drotaverin, Papaverin, No-Shpa), antipyretic, containing sodium metamizole is also used to prepare the lytic mixture.
Despite the absence of a child's form, Suprastin is allowed to be given to minors. Self-medication is strictly prohibited. If the medication is prescribed for a child who is not able to swallow the pill, it is first crushed.
Allergy pills can cause dizziness, cramps, and daytime sleepiness. Therefore, when you receive them, you will have to limit the time spent driving or at the workplace. Particular caution must be shown in the treatment of the elderly. The same applies to patients suffering from pathologies of the liver and kidneys.
During pregnancy and lactation
Suprastin is rarely prescribed during the period of gestation. In the first trimester, this is strictly prohibited. The rest of the time, taking this medication is not included in the list of absolute restrictions. A mandatory condition is strict medical supervision. If the doctor's recommendations are not followed, violations may occur in the process of intrauterine development of the child.
During breastfeeding, Suprastin should not be taken. The active ingredient passes into milk, which may cause a baby to suffer. In the history of the baby, symptoms such as sleep problems, severe headaches, and increased drowsiness appear.
Drug interaction
When taking Suprastin, adults should not abuse alcohol. This is fraught with a blow to the central nervous system, which is manifested by the loss of control over coordination of movements. The same is observed when combining the specified medication with tricyclic antidepressants and drugs, which contain caffeine. Perhaps the development of pathological changes in the liver, partial dysfunction of the intestine and stomach. The strengthening of the positive effect occurs with the parallel administration of painkillers, sedatives and analgesics.
Contraindications, side effects and overdose
Suprastin for children and adults can not be used in the presence of the following pathologies:
- heart attack (if the patient suffered it in the last six months);
- allergy to the components of the composition;
- prostatic hyperplasia;
- problems with urination;
- angle-closure glaucoma;
- peptic ulcer;
- gastritis;
- arrhythmia;
- exacerbation of bronchial asthma.
In case of violation of the regimen in the clinical picture of the patient, there are such manifestations as:
- dyspepsia;
- intolerance to ultraviolet radiation; malfunctions of the heart rhythm;
- dysuria;
- myalgia;
- deviations in the composition of the blood.
An overdose provokes the development of severe reactions. The risk of their occurrence increases with weak immunity, the presence of chronic diseases, and hypersensitivity of the body. To relieve symptoms, the patient is prescribed symptomatic therapy. The shelf life of the drug is 5 years. It should be kept at a temperature of +15 to +25 degrees Celsius. Storage should not be accessible to young children and pets.
What are the analogues
Among the substitutes for Suprastin, Diazolin, Tavegil and Diphenhydramine are distinguished. Each of these medicines has its contraindications and side effects. Therefore, the attending physician should deal with their selection.
Suprastin is a medication that can be found in any medicine cabinet. This drug quickly relieves the malaise caused by an allergic reaction. It is included in the budget category, so problems with its acquisition usually do not arise. Despite this, the medication should be approved by the doctor.
