Benta

The drug Benta is included in the category of enterosorbents.

Indications of the bents

It is used for symptomatic therapy in the following cases:

• with acute diarrhea in children (over 1 month) and adults in combination with a solution for internal rehydration;
• with diarrhea of chronic type;
• with pain developing on the background of intestinal and esophagogastroduodenal pathologies.

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Release form

Produced in powder form, the volume of the first sachet is 3.76 g. Within the individual package - 10, 20 or 30 or 40 sachets.

Pharmacodynamics

Smectite is a natural medicine - the 2-nd silicate, which combines magnesium with aluminum.

The stereometric structure and strong plastic viscosity impart a substance to the ability to envelop the mucosa of the digestive tract. Interacting with the glycoproteins located inside the mucosa, the drug enhances the resistance of mucus to irritants. Possessing a powerful binding effect and acting on the barrier properties of the gastrointestinal mucosa, Benta enhances its protective function.

The medicine does not stain feces, nor does it affect passage through the intestine when taken in standard doses.

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Dosing and administration

Dosages for the treatment of acute diarrhea:

• infants from 1 month to 1 year are required to take 2 sachets per day in the period of 3 days, and then 1 sache per day;
• children older than 1 year - take 4 sachets per day in the period of 3 days, after which 2 sachets per day;
• adults are required to consume 3 sachets per day (on average). At the initial stage of therapy, it is permitted to double the dosage.

With other diseases:

• infants of age from 1 month to 1 year - taking the 1st sachet per day;
• children 1-2 years old - use of 1-2 sachets per day;
• children older than 2 years - taking 2-3 sachets per day;
• adults take a day for 3 sachets (on average).

Before using the drug, it is required to convert the contents of the sachet into a suspension - stir until the desired shape is obtained. It is recommended to use it after eating food (for the treatment of esophagitis) or between dasgs (in case of other indications).

For children, it is allowed to mix the contents of the sachet with water (take a 50 ml bottle), and then take the medicine within 24 hours. It is also allowed to mix the medicine with a semi-liquid meal - for example, compote, broth, mashed potatoes or a mixture of children.

Adults need to mix the drug with water (volume - 0.5 cup).

The duration of the course is determined by the doctor, individually. Often it continues in the period of 3-7 days.

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Use of the bents during pregnancy

There is only limited information about the use of the drug during lactation and pregnancy.

Contraindications

Among the contraindications:

• the presence of hypersensitivity to diosmectite or additional elements of the drug;
• fructoemia;
• an obstruction of an intestine.

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Side effects of the bents

Use of the medication can cause the following side effects:

• manifestations of the gastrointestinal tract: the development of constipation (often occurs after a reduction in the dose, but sometimes may require the withdrawal of the medicine), and in addition vomiting or bloating;
• allergic manifestations: the occurrence of itching or rash, and in addition hives or edema Quincke.

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Overdose

As a result of an overdose, there may be an increase in side effects, as well as the development of constipation.

Therapy is aimed at eliminating the symptoms of the disorder.

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Interactions with other drugs

The adsorbing effect of the drug may also affect the rate / extent of absorption of other drugs. Therefore, it is required to observe the intervals between their methods - at least 1-1.5 hours.

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Storage conditions

The bent should be kept out of reach of children. Temperature values are a maximum of 25 ° C.

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Shelf life

Bent can be used in the period of 2 years from the date of manufacture of the medicinal product.