Candles for colds

Treating small children with medications is sometimes quite difficult. Some children, due to their age, do not yet know how to swallow pills, and an older child may simply not want to take the mixture. For this reason, many drugs intended for use in pediatrics are produced in a specific convenient form - in the form of suppositories. For example, in case of frequent viral infections and sore throats, suppositories for colds are used effectively and comfortably, which can be used to treat even the smallest children.

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Indications cold suppositories

Small children are prone to colds, as their immune defense is in the formation stage for a long time. In particular, the weakness of the immune system manifests itself during the off-season: from October to December or from February to April. Is it worth talking about the period of epidemics, when the child's body is massively attacked by viruses and pathogenic microorganisms.

During one year, a child can get sick several times, especially if he often visits public places or goes to kindergarten. To combat colds, a pediatrician usually prescribes complex remedies in the form of syrups and drops. However, suppositories for colds can be irreplaceable in some cases:

• for the treatment of a child under 1 year of age;
• in case of repeated vomiting, when the medication taken orally does not have time to be absorbed;
• if you are allergic to tablets or suspensions.

Of course, cold suppositories may also have their contraindications. Therefore, before starting treatment, you should carefully read the instructions for the selected medicine.

Release form

Since most colds in childhood are caused by viruses, pediatricians very rarely prescribe antibacterial therapy. Moreover, taking antibiotics in childhood is highly undesirable. When possible, symptomatic treatment is carried out, including the prescription of anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, immunomodulatory and even homeopathic drugs.

• Antipyretic suppositories gently relieve symptoms of intoxication, headaches, and nausea associated with increased temperature.

Cefekon
Pharmacodynamics Pharmacokinetics	Cold suppositories based on paracetamol, which has an analgesic and hypothermic effect. The maximum level of the active component in the bloodstream is detected during the first hour after the suppository is placed.
Using Cold Suppositories During Pregnancy	Not recommended.
Contraindications for use	Newborns (up to 28 days from birth), as well as weakened and premature babies. Inflammation of the anus, inflammation of the rectum, possibility of allergy.
Side effects	Abdominal pain, diarrhea, allergies, anemia, nausea.
Method of application and dosage of suppositories for colds	The maximum daily dose of the drug is 60 mg per kg of the child’s weight. The usual dosage for a child under 3 months is 50 mg up to 3 times a day. For a child under 1 year old – 100 mg up to 3 times a day. For a child under 3 years old – 150 mg up to 3 times a day. For a child under 10 years old – 250 mg up to 3 times a day. For children under 12 years old – 500 mg up to 3 times a day.
Overdose	There were no cases.
Interactions with other drugs	Concomitant use with paracetamol, cimetidine, acetylsalicylic acid, chloramphenicol, and anticoagulants should be avoided.
Storage conditions Best before date	Store in a clean, cool place for up to 2 years.

Efferalgan
Pharmacodynamics Pharmacokinetics	Cold suppositories based on paracetamol, which have analgesic, antipyretic and slight anti-inflammatory activity. The active component of the drug is excreted from the body with urine. The peak level is detected 2-3 hours after the onset of action of the suppository.
Using Cold Suppositories During Pregnancy	Not recommended.
Contraindications for use	Newborn babies (up to 28 days), or baby weighing up to 4 kg. Tendency to allergies, severe liver and kidney damage, severe anemia, diarrhea, inflammation of the anus or rectum.
Side effects	Allergy, anemia, allergic bronchospasm, abdominal pain, hypoglycemia, redness of the anal sphincter, discomfort in the rectum.
Method of application and dosage of suppositories for colds	Prescribed 80 mg suppositories for children weighing up to 6 kg. 150 mg for children weighing up to 12 kg. 300 mg for children up to 24 kg. You can use up to 3-4 suppositories per day, with an interval between administrations of at least 6 hours.
Overdose	Aplastic anemia, dizziness, irritability, nephritis, hepatonecrosis, pancreatitis, arrhythmia.
Interaction with other drugs	Do not prescribe together with anticoagulants, barbiturates, anticonvulsants, isoniazid, rifampicin, diuretics, or alcohol-containing products.
Storage conditions Best before date	Store for 3 years under normal conditions, out of reach of children.

Cold suppositories for children are used taking into account the following recommendations:

• Antipyretic suppositories are used only if the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C;
• the suppository can be reintroduced no earlier than after 4-5 hours;
• Before using the suppository, you should carefully read the instructions so as not to exceed the maximum single and daily dosage;
• If after the insertion of the suppository the expected decrease in body temperature does not occur, or the temperature, on the contrary, increases, it is necessary to call an ambulance for the child.

In rare cases, when the baby develops convulsions or other neurological symptoms along with the temperature increase, then antipyretic suppositories can be used already at 37.5°C. In this case, calling a pediatrician to the house should be mandatory.

• Antiviral suppositories can only be used after being prescribed by a doctor, since in some cases such drugs can have an undesirable effect on the developing child’s body.

Viferon
Pharmacodynamics Pharmacokinetics	Complex suppositories for ARVI with immunomodulatory and antiproliferative action. Contains human recombinant interferon. The effect of the drug lasts up to 12 hours.
Using Cold Suppositories During Pregnancy	It is possible to use suppositories starting from the 14th week of pregnancy.
Contraindications for use	Tendency to allergies.
Side effects	An allergy that goes away within 3 days after stopping the medication.
Method of application and dosage of suppositories for colds	Newborns: 1 suppository (150 thousand IU) twice a day. Treatment lasts five days. Children under 6 months: 300 thousand - 500 thousand IU per day. Children under 1 year: 500 thousand IU per day. Children under 7 years: 300 thousand IU per day. Adults: 3 million IU twice daily.
Overdose	There were no messages.
Interaction with other drugs	Combines well with other drugs.
Storage conditions Best before date	Store for up to 2 years in a cool place.

Genferon
Pharmacodynamics Pharmacokinetics	Immunostimulating suppositories with interferon Genferon have antiviral, antimicrobial and immunomodulatory effects. The systemic effect of the drug lasts for 12 hours.
Using Cold Suppositories During Pregnancy	Allowed for use in the second and third trimesters.
Contraindications for use	Tendency to allergies.
Side effects	In certain cases – an allergy that goes away within 3 days.
Method of application and dosage of suppositories for colds	It is used to treat adults, 1 suppository twice a day for 1-2 days.
Overdose	It didn't happen.
Interactions with other medications	Not found.
Storage conditions Best before date	Store in a cool place for up to 2 years.

• Homeopathic suppositories for colds for infants have a pronounced anti-inflammatory, antipyretic and sedative effect, have virtually no side effects, so they can be prescribed to children as young as one month old.

Viburcol
Pharmacodynamics Pharmacokinetics	Complex homeopathic suppositories on a plant basis. They have anti-inflammatory, analgesic, sedative, detoxifying, antispasmodic effects.
Using Cold Suppositories During Pregnancy	The question of use during pregnancy is decided individually with the doctor.
Contraindications for use	Tendency to allergies to herbal components of the drug.
Side effects	Occasionally, allergic reactions such as urticaria and itching may occur.
Method of application and dosage of suppositories for colds	Children from 12 months and adults: 1 suppository 3 to 5 times a day. The standard course of therapy is from 3 to 14 days.
Overdose	Not found.
Interactions with other drugs	The product is fully compatible with other medications.
Storage conditions Best before date	Stored under normal conditions for up to 3 years.

Cold suppositories can be effective both for treating the disease and for preventing it. Such drugs, as a rule, act for a long time, since the absorption of active substances from the mucous membrane occurs gradually.

Dosing and administration

It is advisable to insert the product into the rectum after defecation. To facilitate the procedure, the baby's anus can be lubricated with Vaseline oil or baby cream. The suppository should be inserted as carefully as possible so that the child does not feel any pain or discomfort. The smallest children do not need to insert the entire suppository: it is enough to cut the suppository into 2 or 4 parts.

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Storage conditions

In most cases, suppositories should be stored in the refrigerator, but in such a way that children's access to the medicines is closed. Before use, it is enough to take out the suppository and hold it in your hand for a while so that it warms up.