Benta

The drug Benta belongs to the category of enterosorbents.

Indications The Bents

It is used for symptomatic therapy in the following cases:

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

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Release form

It is produced in powder form, the volume of 1 sachet is 3.76 g. Inside a separate package there are 10, 20 or 30 or 40 sachets.

Pharmacodynamics

Smectite is a natural medicine – a 2-silicate that combines magnesium and aluminum.

The stereometric structure and high plastic viscosity give the substance the ability to envelop the mucous membrane of the digestive tract. By interacting with glycoproteins inside the mucous membrane, the medicine increases the resistance of the mucus to irritants. Having a powerful binding effect and affecting the barrier properties of the gastrointestinal mucous membrane, Benta enhances its protective function.

The drug does not stain feces and does not affect passage through the intestines 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 for 3 days, and then 1 sachet per day;
• children over 1 year old – take 4 sachets per day for 3 days, then 2 sachets per day;
• Adults are required to consume 3 sachets per day (on average). At the initial stage of therapy, it is allowed to double the dosage.

For other diseases:

• for infants from 1 month to 1 year old – take 1 sachet per day;
• children 1-2 years old – use 1-2 sachets per day;
• children over 2 years old – take 2-3 sachets per day;
• Adults take 3 sachets per day (on average).

Before using the medicine, the contents of the sachet must be transformed into a suspension - stir until the required form is obtained. It is recommended to use it after meals (for the treatment of esophagitis) or between meals (if there are 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 during the day. It is also allowed to mix the medicine with semi-liquid food - for example, compote, broth, puree or baby formula.

Adults need to mix the drug with water (volume – 0.5 glass).

The duration of the course is prescribed by the doctor, on an individual basis. Often it lasts for 3-7 days.

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Use The Bents during pregnancy

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

Contraindications

Among the contraindications:

• the presence of hypersensitivity to diosmectite or additional components of the drug;
• fructosemia;
• intestinal obstruction.

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Side effects The Bents

Using the medicine may cause the following side effects:

• gastrointestinal manifestations: development of constipation (often goes away after reducing the dose, but sometimes may require discontinuing the drug), as well as vomiting or bloating;
• allergic reactions: the appearance of itching or rash, as well as urticaria or Quincke's edema.

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Overdose

Overdose may result in increased side effects and the development of constipation.

Therapy is aimed at eliminating the symptoms of the disorder.

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Interactions with other drugs

The adsorbent effect of the drug can also affect the rate/degree of absorption of other drugs. Therefore, it is necessary to observe intervals between their intakes - at least 1-1.5 hours.

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Storage conditions

Benta should be kept in a place inaccessible to children. Temperature values are maximum 25°C.

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Shelf life

Benta can be used for a period of 2 years from the date of manufacture of the drug.