Indications for the use of antiviral syrup for children
The effect of the drug is due to the fact that the two active substances in the compound are connected together. This is remantadine and sodium alginate. The resulting polymer compound destroys many widespread viruses, and when receiving already ill children improves the detoxification of the body.
The drug is prescribed both in the period of outbreaks of the incidence of influenza and ARVI for the prevention of the disease, and as a complex therapy for ill babies.
The doctors' comments on the Orvire for children syrup indicate that its use in schools and kindergartens, as well as in the family circle, can significantly reduce the incidence and accelerate the healing process 2-3 times. In addition, complications of influenza after taking this medication is not observed.
Side effects and contraindications
Based on numerous studies conducted on children of different age groups, it was concluded that even babies with different manifestations of allergy tolerate the intake of syrup, which does not cause rashes and other negative manifestations. Hence, we can conclude that the drug has no contraindications, as well as side effects.
Dosage of syrup by Orvire
Children, already beginning with one-year-old age, in the period of colds are prescribed a syrup by Orvir with a preventive purpose. For this, it is taken within 15 days. The instructions have a detailed scheme of reception, which varies depending on the day of treatment.
Treatment
| Age | 1 day of admission | 2nd day of admission | 3rd day of admission | 4th day of admission |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-3 years | 2 tsp. 3 times a day | 2 tsp. 2 times | 2 tsp. 2 times | 2 tsp. 1 time |
| 3-7 years | 3 tsp. 3 times a day | 3 tsp 2 times | 3 tsp. 2 times | 3 tsp. 1 time |
| 7-14 years old | 4 tsp 3 times a day | 4 tsp 2 times | 4 tsp 2 times | 4 tsp. 1 time |
Prevention
| Age | Daily dose | Reception scheme | Term of admission |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-3 years | 2. tsp | 1 per day | 10-15 days |
| 3-7 years | 3 tsp. | 1 per day | 10-15 days |
| 7-14 years old | 4 tsp | 1 per day | 10-15 days |
A child who has already become infected with the influenza virus or has caught a cold, should be started as quickly as possible by Orvire. His reception, as well as for prevention, varies depending on the day of therapy, as well as on the age of the child. Syrup is drunk several times a day after meals (as indicated in the scheme) and washed down with water.
Drug analogues
As analogues of the Orvire syrup, which are used for children, they designate Alvirem and Polirem. Their action and method of application are similar. For older children, you can recommend Remantadine tablets if they are already able to swallow them. The tablet form will also help to not get influenza in the parents.