The intestines of a newborn baby is an absolutely sterile environment. But from the first day of a child's life, bacteria begin to colonize it. Some of them are useful, others are not. The latter provoke the appearance of unpleasant and painful symptoms. The appearance of conditionally pathogenic flora in the intestine contributes to the formation of gases, intestinal colic and bloating. All these symptoms are the result of improper digestion of food. Therefore, doctors advise children "Bifidumbacterin", which helps to eliminate unpleasant symptoms in a baby.
How a baby's stomach works
Most of the nutritional bacteria are absorbed in the gut, so it's important that it works properly. Due to malfunctions in the digestive tract, the baby may begin bloating, gas formation and colic. This leads to poor he alth, weakness and, as a result, whims and crying of the baby. This condition worries parents and the baby.
The interaction of bacteria is the basis for the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract. Good bacteria in the baby's body usually come with mother's milk. They envelop the intestines, protect it with a film, promote proper functioning, help form nerve endings for the intake of new food (except for milk and milk formula). When good bacteria are not enough, food is not digested properly, which contributes to fermentation and the formation of gas bubbles. This situation provokes the development of a painful reaction, spasms, dysbacteriosis, beriberi, and so on. First aid for mom - the drug "Bifidumbacterin" in powder for children, the main components of which are bifidobacteria bifidum.
Action and composition of the drug
The pharmacological action of "Bifidumbacterin" for babies is aimed at restoring and normalizing bowel function. As part of the drug - Bifidobacterium bifidum, artificially synthesized bacteria. Their positive role for the baby's body is as follows:
- harmful microorganisms are suppressed;
- normalizes the work of the digestive tract;
- improves metabolism;
- bacteria contribute to the synthesis of vitamins and amino acids, which helps the body to function properly.
Designed for children up to a year, "Bifidumbacterin" contains particles of activated carbon. They contribute to the breakdown and removal of toxins from the body of the baby. An additional substance of the drug is lactose. It helps the spread of positive bacteria. The microorganisms contained in Bifidumbacterin help to improve parietal digestion and strengthen the immunity of the crumbs.
Medication form
Designed for children "Bifidumbacterin" is produced in the form of candles, capsules and powder. Adults and adolescents are prescribed the drug in capsules or suppositories. For newborns and infants, it is better to use the powder form of the drug. The powder is placed in glass bottles or polymer bags. One box contains 10 or 30 sachets (vials). One package (vial) is designed for five doses.
Indications for use
The composition of "Bifidumbacterin" includes beneficial bacteria that normalize the intestinal microflora, so the drug is referred to as eubiotics. The main indication for the use of the drug is inflammation and pathology in the gastrointestinal tract caused by infections. Typically, adult patients are prescribed "Bifidumbacterin" for the treatment of gastritis and intestinal dysfunction. It is also possible to prescribe a drug to relieve the symptoms of dysbacteriosis after a course of antibiotic treatment.
Can "Bifidumbacterin" be given to children? Certainly. Powder in ampoules is prescribed for babies in the following cases:
- viral infections;
- atopic dermatitis;
- eczema;
- development of a food allergic reaction;
- bloating, constipation, gas;
- malabsorption syndrome;
- food poisoning;
- chronic gastrointestinal diseases;
- diarrhea due to antibiotics;
- normalization of the digestive tract with artificial feeding;
- postoperative period.
"Bifidumbacterin" baby
The most common reason for prescribing Bifidumbacterin to children is the treatment of dysbacteriosis. The reasons for its appearance in babies up to a year are as follows:
- diseases of the gastrointestinal tract;
- transition from breastfeeding to artificial feeding;
- intestinal infections;
- treatment with antibiotics.
Don't forget about children at risk. They are also prescribed a course of drug treatment. High risk groups include:
- premature babies;
- babies traumatized in childbirth;
- children whose parents (especially mothers) have chronic gastrointestinal diseases;
- Low birth weight babies.
It is important to know these risk factors in order to be prepared for a possible problem and discuss it with your doctor. Carrying out competent preventive measures will help to avoid complications and correct the situation in time.
Dosage for children
Newborns and infants are given medicine with milk or formula. According to the instructions, for children "Bifidumbacterin" is shown:
- for treatment: newborns - 1-2 doses three times a day, children from 6 months to a year - 3 doses three times a day, children older than a year increase the daily intake to 5 doses,divided into three doses.
- For prevention: 2-3 doses three times a day.
The duration of the course of treatment depends on the type of disease. Usually the drug is taken from a week to 21 days. If necessary, therapy with "Bifidumbacterin" can be repeated after a month. It should be remembered that self-medication of infants and newborns is unacceptable. Before taking the drug, you should get advice on the dosage and timing of treatment from the local pediatrician.
How to breed
The instructions for use of Bifidumbacterin for children say that the powder is added to warm breast milk, formula or water. The liquid should not be cold or too hot (in this case, beneficial bacteria will die). One dose is divided into five, since the sachet or vial contains exactly five doses. Only 1/5 of the powder needs to be diluted with liquid. You can dilute a whole bottle (package), and give the child only a fifth.
One dose of powder must be diluted with one teaspoon of liquid, therefore, five doses are diluted with five tablespoons of milk or mixture. The resulting mixture is shaken for about ten minutes, it is not necessary to wait for the complete dissolution of the drug. Children should take Bifidumbacterin, as stated in the instructions, immediately after preparing the solution.
Undiluted powder can be stored in the refrigerator for no more than a day. If you diluted a whole bottle of powder (5 doses), then you need to give the baby 1/5 part, and pour the rest. Keep the reconstituted formula and give it to your baby later.is strictly prohibited.
How to give solution to baby
There are several ways to give your child Bifidumbacterin.
The options to choose from are:
- give the baby medicine from a teaspoon, just pour it on his cheek;
- use an ordinary medical pipette;
- from a syringe (of course, without a needle);
- from a piston dispenser (can be taken from a box of antipyretic suspension)
Adults "Bifidumbacterin" is recommended to be taken shortly before meals. But infants and newborns are allowed to take the drug at the same time as food (milk or formula).
Contraindications and side effects
"Bifidumbacterin" for a child a month old and older in reasonable doses is absolutely not dangerous. The drug has no special contraindications. And yet there is one "but" - the development of an allergic reaction is possible. It is recommended to refrain from using the drug if the baby does not tolerate lactose, dried starch, calcium stearate. If a child develops an allergic reaction, then the use of the drug should be stopped immediately. You should also think about stopping the medication if you experience bloating or colic after taking it. There are analogues of "Bifidumbacterin", which do not contain substances that cause allergies. You need to contact your doctor, and he will tell you a way out of the situation.
Side effects for the newborn
For newborn babiesBifidumbacterin is also safe. There were cases when, after taking the drug, the baby had colic and bloating. This is due to the fact that the body of a newborn baby is completely absent or has only a small amount of lactose. This substance is responsible for the digestion of sugar contained in mother's milk. It is also possible the appearance of an allergy to some elements of the drug. In these cases, you should stop taking the drug and consult with your doctor about choosing another drug.
Special Instructions
Before using Bifidumbacterin for children, the instructions should be read well. It outlines the main points that parents need to pay attention to. The specific instructions are:
- Powder should not be diluted with boiling water or a liquid whose temperature exceeds the average human body temperature.
- The diluted product must not be reused and must be discarded.
- Carefully read the information about the expiration date of the drug on the package and do not give the powder to the child if the expiration date has already expired.
- It is highly undesirable to store "Bifidumbacterin" together with antibiotics.
- If the vial or bag of powder is damaged, it must not be used.
- Pregnant and lactating women have no contraindications to taking the drug.
- Unopened vials (packages) are allowed to be stored in a dry place where the temperature does not exceed +10 degrees. The best place for storage is the refrigerator door. After 12 months from the date of issuethe drug becomes unsuitable for treatment.
- Do not allow sachets (vials) to be opened by children or animals.
- Before using the medicine, you should consult your doctor.
- The drug does not accumulate in the body, so an overdose is impossible.
Interaction with other drugs
The use of "Bifidumbacterin" for children is possible simultaneously with other drugs. The drug has no effect on the effectiveness of other drugs. It is worth refraining from the simultaneous use of Bifidumbacterin and antibiotics, since the drug may slightly inhibit the effect of the latter. If you wish to enhance the effect of the drug on the baby's body, it is possible to prescribe B vitamins in parallel.
Analogues
"Bifidumbacterin" is quite effective, but not the only remedy that can cope with intestinal problems and dysbacteriosis. If your child has side effects, the doctor may prescribe one of the following medications:
- "Linex". Contains bacteria Lactobacillus acidophilus, Enterococcus faecium, Bifidobacterium infantis. They are able to normalize the work of the intestine and restore its microflora. This is the most worthy analogue of Bifidumbacterin. Their operating principles are similar.
- Powder or oil solution "Bifiform Baby". Add it to your baby's bottle or formula.
- Approved for use by children of any age "Hilak Forte". Its action is also aimed at stabilizing the intestinal microflora. The advantage of the drug is the absence of contraindications.
- "Lactobacterin" for newborns. The drug contains live bacteria that help to cope with dysbacteriosis. The drug for babies is available in the form of suppositories, powder, tablets and liquids.
- "Espumizan" works as a carminative, eliminating the process of gas formation.
- "Florin forte". The main components of the drug are bifidobacteria and lactobacilli.
Parents should remember that you should not independently choose a drug to combat colic, bloating and dysbacteriosis in a baby. It is recommended to entrust this matter to an experienced physician who is better versed in the intricacies of treatment and the nuances of medicines. There is no need to rush and independently diagnose the crumbs, since many pathologies have similar symptoms. An incorrect diagnosis can lead to erroneous therapy and harm the baby.
Proper functioning of the gastrointestinal tract is very important for the he alth, growth and development of the baby. It is important for adults to help the child's body cope with the problems that have arisen in time. If the baby does not have enough beneficial bacteria, you can consult a doctor and safely use Bifidumbacterin to treat children. The drug will become an indispensable assistant in the first-aid kit of parents whose children suffer from dysbacteriosis andgastrointestinal disorders.
