Allergy and Polysorb
Polysorb helps to enhance recovery
By acting on receptors that cause irritation, the drug does:
- combination of toxic substances, food irritants and foreign bodies, medical
- agents, salts, ethyl alcohol, heavy metals;
- normalization of the level of certain substances: bilirubin, creatinine, urea;
- absorption of substances that contribute to toxicosis in expectant mothers;
- suppression of elements formed as a result of protein breakdown.
The drug does not break down on its own and does not enter the bloodstream. When taken internally, Polysorb has a high absorption effect, which is several times stronger than that of other sorbents.
When the body is affected by an allergic reaction, treatment requires limiting the process and reducing the absorption of active biological substances. This method allows you to avoid transforming irritation into allergies.
The specific qualities that the drug is endowed with make it possible to successfully use it for the treatment of allergic symptoms. Polysorb relieves symptoms of any type of irritation, and also eliminates the root cause of the disease, removing allergens.
Category of pharmacotherapy
Polysorb is included in the pharmacotherapeutic category of enterosorbents
According to its effectiveness, Polysorb is included in the pharmacotherapeutic group of enterosorbents. Such drugs combine the properties of combining and removing harmful substances from the intestines by combining with them.
Similar drugs are:
- bismuth-based medicines;
- Activated carbon;
- Enterosgel;
- Smecta.
The qualities of the drug that ensure a positive treatment result include:
- blocking and eliminating harmful bacteria from the gastrointestinal tract, normalizing intestinal flora;
- enveloping and protecting the villi of the mucous membrane;
- absorption of harmful substances from the intestinal contents.
All medications in the category are distinguished by their adsorbing power, the relative volume of toxins subject to blocking by a unit of the drug, and the duration of exposure.
The sorption capabilities of Polysorb are considered as 300 m2 per gram. It has been confirmed that tableted antihistamines absorb allergens worse. Powder sorbents deal with irritants faster.
Analogs
Today, the medical product has the following analogues on the Russian pharmacological market:
- "Diosmectite";
- "Microcel";
- "Smecta";
- "Neosmectin"
- "Enterodesis";
- "Enterosorb";
- "Enterumin";
- "Lactofiltrum";
- "Polyphepan";
- "Entegnin";
- "Lignosorb";
- "Enterosgel";
- Activated carbon.
Use of Polysorb for allergies
The annotation for the drug emphasizes that it is used free of the type of allergic infection and its severity.
The instructions for the drug emphasize that it is used regardless of the type of allergic disease and the degree of its complexity - when food and seasonal irritation reactions of various types occur. When allergies spread in the body, it is necessary to stop the process and limit the absorption of bioelements. This method helps to avoid further aggravation of the situation before the disease.
You should follow the recipe for preparing the suspension in accordance with the instructions. Taking the medication diluted “by eye” or in dry form is strictly prohibited. In each case of allergy treatment, the dosage and duration of the course are prescribed for patients separately. Polysorb for allergies in a child is used at the rate of 100-200 g of active substance per kilogram of the baby’s weight. The portion is divided into three doses per day.
In cases of acute allergies, take a solution of 2 tbsp. l. powder diluted in 0.5 glasses of water three times a day. The course of treatment lasts at least 5 days. The medication is intended for use from birth, and therefore is suitable for treating infants and adults. For preventive purposes and for the treatment of chronic manifestations of allergies, Polysorb is used for 10-14 days in a dosage according to weight.
To relieve exacerbation of allergic symptoms, you must:
- Dissolve a 10-gram sachet of the drug in a liter of boiled water at room temperature.
- Mix well.
- Pour the suspension into Esmarch's mug and clean it with an enema.
At the same time, you need to drink one solution of a 5-gram sachet three times a day, dissolving the powder in half a glass of water. It is best to take the suspension an hour before meals or an hour after. As a rule, allergic manifestations disappear after 2-3 days, however, a ten-day course may be needed.
Adults are recommended to take no more than 20 grams of Polysorb. The average daily dose is 6-12 grams, divided into three parts and drunk throughout the day. For each dose, the solution is prepared fresh, despite instructions about its 48-hour storage in the refrigerator.
Reviews
There are many good reviews from parents about the use of Polysorb for treating children. Mothers note the high effectiveness of the powder in eliminating intoxication, digestive disorders, skin rashes and other problems. Its disadvantages usually include a not very pleasant taste and difficulties with swallowing, which some babies experience.
Doctors, including Dr. Komarovsky, also speak generally positively about the drug, because it is actively used both in our country and abroad. According to doctors, “Polysorb” shows its effectiveness not only in severe pathologies and poisoning, but even in acute respiratory viral infections and colds.
Reviews about the use of enterosorbent Polysorb, instructions for use of which for children were outlined earlier, are extremely positive. Parents of small babies note the rapid action of the drug, the ease of use (the suspension can be given from a spoon, mug, bottle), and the ability to improve the taste by stirring the medicine in compote or juice. Modern mothers also liked the fact that the drug does not contain flavoring additives, dyes, or preservatives.
Does your home medicine cabinet still not contain any means to provide emergency assistance to your child in case of poisoning, diarrhea, or intoxication? Polysorb will be an excellent solution for the treatment and prevention of various diseases and undesirable conditions.
Polysorb for allergies in children
Doctors prescribe Polisorb to children only after an examination.
The formation of symptoms of irritation in a child can be expressed not only in the form of rashes, but also:
- increased body temperature;
- painful sensations in the abdominal area;
- dizziness and vomiting;
- diarrhea.
The doctor prescribes Polysorb for children only after an examination. The dosage is selected individually, according to the age and weight of the baby. To calculate an individual dose of medication, you need to divide the child’s weight by ten. If the result is doubled, the resulting indicator will be the maximum permissible for use. By the way, a teaspoon contains one gram of the drug. For children under one year old, Polysorb can be diluted not only in water, but also in juice without nectar or compote. It is important to create a fresh suspension before use. Children drink the cocktail easily, making it easy to use.
The use of medications and dietary nutrition leave good results, however, antiallergic drugs have many side effects, for example, drowsiness, which inhibits the functions and development of the baby’s internal organs. Polysorb is a modern remedy that is widely effective in the treatment and prevention of allergies.
Release form
"Polysorb" is presented in one dosage form, which is a powder. During treatment, a suspension is prepared from it, which is taken orally by patients. The drug is produced in plastic jars of 15, 25, 35 and 50 grams. In addition, there is “Polysorb” in portioned sachets. Each sachet contains 3 grams of powder.
The drug itself is an amorphous light powder mass that does not smell of anything. It is white in color, but there is also a bluish tint. By mixing this powder in water, a white suspension is obtained. Polysorb does not exist in the form of tablets, gels, capsules or other forms.
Drug for newborns
Polysorb for newborns is very effective for diarrhea
You can give Polysorb from the first days of your baby’s life. If a food allergic reaction or diathesis occurs, the drug is used as an emergency measure. If a child accidentally eats a product that causes irritation, immediate use of the sorbent will prevent the formation of irritation.
Polysorb for infants is effective against diarrhea. The drug eliminates viruses, toxic substances and allergens that cause disease from the baby’s intestines. The drug completely absorbs harmful substances from the digestive tract, eliminates them and normalizes intestinal function. Moreover, Polysorb is excreted from the body without being absorbed into the walls of the gastrointestinal tract. After complete neutralization of the flora of the digestive system, the patient’s well-being improves. The process may take about four days.
An infant may also be allergic to breast milk. This is observed in rare cases and is formed due to the consumption of lactating cow's milk. This is due to the fact that milk protein of animal origin provokes allergies, and the unadapted immunity of the baby is too susceptible to the influence of new elements.
For this reason, the main factor in the formation of diathesis in infants is improper feeding. We should not forget that the disease can be caused by a bacterial or viral infection that penetrates to the baby through breast milk or with regular food. Food irritation can occur during complementary feeding with formulas, especially those containing large amounts of sugar.
Medicinal properties
Polysorb exhibits its activity due to its adsorption properties. Using adsorption, the drug binds toxins, metabolic products, bacterial and food allergic agents.
It is recommended for a two-year-old child to drink Polysorb in cases of infectious pathologies and food poisoning, since the drug is able to purify biological fluids. This occurs by removing toxins from the blood and lymph into the digestive tract, and then binding them with Polysorb and excreting them in the feces.
Nuances of the drug for pregnant women
The medicine reliably protects against gestosis and toxicosis
The use of Polysorb is not prohibited for expectant mothers, and is even recommended. In addition to providing assistance in overcoming situational manifestations of an allergic nature, the medication will reliably protect against gestosis and toxicosis.
In situations of the first type, Polysorb for irritation reactions in pregnant women is taken an hour before food or medicine. The course of treatment involves taking the drug three times a day for 10 to 14 days. If further intake is required, to prevent loss of vitamin and calcium, the doctor prescribes a vitamin-mineral complex and a suitable calcium medication.
For preventive purposes and treatment of gestosis and toxicosis, expectant mothers are recommended to use the medication three times a day for two weeks. After the course, a three-week break is taken and Polysorb is taken again for 10-14 days. If necessary, such treatment can be carried out throughout pregnancy.
Storage conditions
"Polysorb" is sold in pharmacies to everyone, because it is an over-the-counter product. However, it is recommended to purchase the drug to treat a child only as prescribed by a pediatrician or other doctor. The price of Polysorb is affected by the amount of powder in the package. For example, for a jar of 12 g of medicine you need to pay about 200 rubles, and ten 3 g bags cost about 600 rubles.
The manufacturer's recommended storage temperature for the powder is below 25 degrees. The shelf life of the drug is 5 years. After opening the package, it should be kept tightly closed so as not to collect moisture. The drug diluted with water can be stored for up to 48 hours, but it is better to give it to a small patient immediately (dilute the powder in one dose) and prepare a fresh portion each time.
Contraindications for use
Those people who are prone to constipation are recommended to drink up to three liters of fluid per day when taking the medication.
Before taking Polysorb, you need to find out in what cases the drug can harm the patient’s body. According to the annotation, the drug cannot be used for:
- personal intolerance to the components of the drug;
- acute phase of diseases of the stomach and duodenum;
- bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract;
- atonic state of the intestines.
Please note that people prone to constipation should drink up to 3 liters of water per day when taking Polysorb.
Side effects
Polysorb can cause recurring diarrhea and constipation, development of allergic symptoms
Polysorb has a very dramatic side effect, it can manifest itself as:
- constipation or diarrhea;
- nausea and vomiting;
- allergic reactions.
If the period of use of the drug exceeds 14 days, there is a possibility of pathology developing during the absorption of vitamins, especially calcium. To prevent complications, it is recommended to take multivitamins as a preventative measure. There is a possible decrease in the effectiveness of medications when taken together. Nicotinic acid and Simvastatin deviate from the general rule - their effect only intensifies.
