Hello dear reader, in this article we will look at allergy medications for a child up to one year old.
Today we will discuss not just the manifestations or symptoms of allergies in babies, we have completely decided to cover the topic of medications for a child from allergies to 1 year old.
Let's talk about the types of medications for allergies, what can be given to a baby, what is not recommended due to possible complications, and also how to treat allergies in a nursing mother.
Antihistamines for allergies for children
Histamine is a biologically active substance that is produced by basophil mast cells during an allergic reaction in the body.
Histamine increases the permeability of the walls of small vessels and can provoke bronchospasm and skin itching. What do antihistamines do? They block histamine receptors, stopping the allergic process. There are 2 main groups of histamine receptor blockers: old and new generation. It should be noted that drugs of both groups are widely used in infants.
Antihistamines against allergies of the old generation have a number of undeniable advantages, which does not allow them to leave the field of use in pediatric practice:
- rapid onset of action;
- availability of injection forms;
- high antiallergic activity.
For newborns, Suprastin or Fenistil drops are most often prescribed for allergies.
These drugs are representatives of the old generation of antihistamines. Suprastin is a good, time-tested remedy used for all types of allergies in newborns. Children in the first months of life tolerate this medicine well. Old generation antihistamines can cause drowsiness and lethargy in a child, possible urinary retention, and a feeling of dry mouth. New generation antihistamines for allergies are practically not used to treat newborns. This is due to little knowledge of the effect of these drugs on the body of children under one year old. From the age of 1 year, the possibilities for using these medications expand. New generation drugs do not have a hypnotic or sedative effect and are quite easily tolerated.
The main advantages of new generation drugs that block histamine receptors:
- taken once a day;
- large selection of release forms - tablets, drops, syrup;
- have an anti-inflammatory effect.
Top 5 best hypoallergenic washing powders
Eco-friendly bleach powder Frosch
The advantage of the German brand Frosch (toad) is its environmental friendliness. This brand produces exceptionally safe household chemicals that easily cope with contamination, while being completely safe for humans. The products of this brand are ideal for families with children (from infants to teenagers).
The cost of the products is acceptable and meets the “price-quality” criterion. A bonus to the safety of the product is its concentration, so the product lasts for a long time.
Approximate price for powder (1.5 kg): 350 - 420 rubles.
Consumer reviews:
Anna:
I bought this powder on the advice of my mother. I haven't seen anything better. The powder is a concentrate, therefore its consumption is very small compared to regular powder. The smell is pleasant, not pungent, and the laundry does not reek of powder, as happens with other brands. Things wash well, if there are stains, I first sprinkle them with a small amount of powder and moisten them with water. It is also a very important point that Frosch powder is environmentally friendly and made from natural raw materials. I can easily wash children’s clothes in it and have given up baby powder. The price is certainly high, but the quality of the powder is also high. I’ve been using it for 3 months, so far there are no complaints, I want to try other products from this line.
Faith:
Good powder. But I prefer the same thing, but in liquid form. It's just more convenient for me to use. The washing quality of both is top class. And, of course, the biodegradable formula!
Frau Helga Super washing powder
This is an excellent alternative to expensive eco-powders. A package (600 g) lasts for a long time. The powder does not contain phosphates, is hypoallergenic, easily soluble, and temperature resistant. The only disadvantage of this powder is that it is not suitable for washing wool and silk.
The cost of a 600 g package: 90 - 120 rubles.
Consumer reviews:
Valentina:
Oh our lovely hands! How hard it is for them - chlorinated water, hard powders and all sorts of gels, solvents, drying aerosols! Recently I discovered skin irritation from all kinds of detergents (I don’t know, maybe it has something to do with the change of season...) I’m announcing an urgent search for soft washing powder. For example, I found a powder online with the spectacular name Frau Helga. No, of course, I didn’t buy it because of the sonorous aristocratic name, or even the generally recognized German quality, but because of the “hypoallergenic” . 600 grams of this miracle of the German chemical industry are offered at a price of 96 rubles!
Washing powder Baby Bon Automat (Delicate)
Hypoallergenic washing powder concentrate, meets all environmental standards. Suitable for all types of washing and copes well with stains (even old ones). Economical to use, it is perfect for people prone to allergies, as well as for small children.
Average price per package (450 g): 200 - 350 rubles.
Feedback from consumers:
Diana:
Great powder! I've been using this for several years now! When the baby started having an allergy, they thought it was a food allergy, but then it turned out that it was an allergy to a well-known brand of washing powder. My mother brought me a package of this powder, she just bought it without looking at it in the supermarket. But it turned out that this is an excellent thing! I recommend it to everyone!
Olga:
I agree that the powder is excellent, but it tends to be expensive! I have a large family and even when I buy larger packages, they last literally for 1.5 months, and the price is not the cheapest!
Washing powder Burti Baby
This is an environmentally friendly washing powder that is used for both hand and machine washing. The powder is concentrated, designed for a month. Hypoallergenic and also phosphate-free.
Approximate cost of packaging (900 g): 250 - 330 rubles.
Consumer reviews:
Catherine:
A month ago I would have given this powder a solid 5, but now, with the introduction of complementary foods, only 4 points. It does not cope with food stains. (The pumpkin stain still remains, now you need to wash it off with soap first, and only then wash it in the machine. Of course, this is a significant disadvantage. I think that a powder for such a price should cope with any stains. So the powder I recommend it, but with a caveat - it’s unlikely to cope with difficult stains.
Rita:
I saw an advertisement in a Russian magazine that the Burti company produces a special children's powder, I decided to find and buy it, but no matter how much I scoured the Internet - as it turned out, this is an ordinary washing powder, only for “allergy sufferers” and people with sensitive skin, but not for children. For three years now I have been looking for German-made baby powders - there are simply no such things here, but outside of Germany - it turns out there are.
Washing powder Amway SA8 Premium
This is one of the most popular powders. Its popularity is explained by the fact that it is an environmentally friendly product that washes even the most difficult stains at temperatures from 30 to 90 degrees. At the same time, it contains a silicic acid salt, which prevents rusting of fasteners and other metal inserts. In addition, the components of the powder do not cause irritation and are easily washed off without forming a soap film.
Approximate price of the powder: 500 - 1500 rubles.
Consumer reviews:
Natalia:
I doubted for a long time whether to buy AMWAY washing powder, because:
- I don’t trust homegrown distributors,
- a bit expensive,
- I've heard a lot of different, polar opinions.
As a result, based on personal experience, I can say: the powder is correct - it does its job clearly, washes even problem areas perfectly, and does not loudly announce itself, that is, it does not smell intrusively after washing, does not leave stains or streaks!
It also works great with white laundry, although, judging by the label, it is intended for colored laundry. And the bright colors are refreshing.
And despite its noble origin, it can also serve as a cleaning agent for a sink or acrylic bathtub. Another important quality is that the powder is very economical (I use even less than the recommended amount and is perfectly packaged - it goes in and out of your favorite bedside table!
Marianne:
I think many of those who use antiperspirants know how difficult it is to remove the white stains that remain on clothes after using them (despite all the promises of the manufacturers of these deodorants). No matter how much you soak the laundry, no matter how much you wash it, the stains still don’t come out completely. On my sister’s advice, I tried using Amway Home SA8 Premium (she buys it all the time). I soaked my black blouse in regular powder and added about half a scoop of concentrate (the scoop is already in the package). I left it overnight and, to tell the truth, I didn’t really hope for the miracle of this powder. In the morning I tried to wash it - the stains still did not come out. I decided to leave it until the evening. In the evening the stains came off easily. In general, I am satisfied, but it needs to be soaked for quite a long time. Perhaps I need to increase the consumption of powder, but I'm saving (the product is still quite expensive).
Topical forms of antihistamines
An antihistamine for infants for various types of allergies can be prescribed in the form of gels. For an infant, Fenistil gel will help against manifestations of food allergies in the form of a rash.
The gel is easy to use and can be used several times a day. Fenistil gel will perfectly relieve itching. Psilo-balm is also prescribed for infants for insect allergies. The medicine is also presented as a gel; it perfectly relieves itching and swelling at the sites of insect bites in a baby.
Antiallergic drops for oral administration with antihistamine effect
Used in the treatment of food allergies, atopic dermatitis, urticaria in infants with allergies to milk formula. The drops are well tolerated and can be used for polyvalent allergies, when sweet syrups with flavors cannot be taken.
Eye drops and nasal drops with an antihistamine are used for seasonal pollen allergies. In pediatric practice, Vibrocil, Sanarin-Analergin, and Nazol-Advance are used to treat allergic rhinitis. These are combination drugs containing both an antihistamine component and a decongestant (vasoconstrictor).
It is good for reducing swelling in the nose, relieving itching and sneezing. Antihistamines in the form of sprays - Allergodil, Histimet. In case of severe conjunctivitis with complications such as keratitis, the use of drops with glucocorticosteroids (0.1% dexamethasone) may be necessary.
"Frosch"
Hypoallergenic laundry detergents should be completely natural and free of chemical compounds. This parameter is fully consistent with the Frosh product. The powder quickly removes any contaminants without harming both human health and the environment.
Products under this brand are produced by a German manufacturer. The powder is suitable for washing both adult and children's clothes. Due to the fact that the product is concentrated, it does not require excessive consumption. Therefore, many housewives believe that the inflated price is completely justified.
Allergy creams for children under one year of age
In the first months of a baby’s life, mothers often encounter various rashes on the baby’s delicate skin. Manifestations of an allergic rash are best relieved by creams containing glucocorticosteroids - Lokoid, Advantan.
These drugs cannot be used for food allergies in the form of a rash in an infant for a long time; consultation with a specialist is advisable.
Side effects are observed with long-term uncontrolled use and include skin atrophy, hypertrichosis (increased hair growth), acne.
How to wash children's clothes?
Children's blouses, socks, rompers and undershirts - all this is chosen with great love for our kids and should not only be pleasing to the eye, but also protect from wind, cold or sun.
Hypoallergenic washing powder for children should become your faithful friend, and not a dubious assistant, because we trust it with the most precious things - our children's underwear. Almost all of them are concentrated, and their washing costs are much less than those of the usual mass-market products.
The use of antiallergenic drugs in the form of tablets
Allergy pills are the most common form of prescription of antiallergy medications. Antihistamines and antileukotriene drugs are produced by industry mainly in tablet form.
Chewable flavored tablets of Singulair at a dose of 4 mg are often prescribed for allergic bronchial asthma, when stopping the reaction by suppressing the production of leukotrienes is the best solution to the problem.
Leukotrienes are mediators that are synthesized from arachidonic acid in the cell. It has been established that in allergic bronchial asthma the production of leukotrienes increases. Leukotrienes contract the muscles of the bronchi, which causes an attack of bronchial asthma in the child.
Unfortunately, there are often cases when it is necessary to resort to prescribing systemic glucocorticosteroids (hormones) in the form of tablets to children. This is required in severe cases of intractable chronic urticaria, drug allergies, and therapy for severe forms of atopic dermatitis.
Prednisolone tablets are available in a dose of 5 mg, metipred - 4 mg. The medications should be taken in the morning, as prescribed by the doctor. Changing the dosage regimen on your own is dangerous for the child’s health.
If you give a child systemic glucocorticoids for a long time, then Cushing's syndrome may occur, which is characterized by mental disorders, moon-shaped face, obesity, and increased blood pressure. In the treatment of food allergies in children under one year of age, they try not to use hormones.
