Children who are prone to allergic reactions are more likely than others to suffer from bronchitis and pneumonia. But the worst thing is that any weakening of the body in such babies and even a simple cold can result in bronchial asthma. As you know, it is very difficult to treat this disease, besides, it creates a lot of inconvenience and restrictions for the normal development of the child and communication with peers. Asthma attacks are relieved by fast-acting aerosols, which have many side effects and are not so safe. But medical preparations that could be used for a long time and that would not only relieve symptoms, but treat the causes of the disease, are not so popular. One of the few such drugs is the non-hormonal and non-steroidal drug Ketotifen. From what he and why he deserved the great favor of specialists in various fields and especially parents of sick babies, we will try to make out in this article.
The main pharmacological action of this drug isstabilization and strengthening of membranes (or walls) of cells, which, in turn, reduces the release of biologically active substances from them. This action suppresses the accumulation of histamine in the body, which provoke various kinds of allergic reactions. This effect is achieved with a sufficiently long-term use of the drug "Ketotifen". From what it is and how it works in the human body, only a specialist can fully tell using a number of medical terms. It is almost impossible to explain the specifics of the process in a simple accessible language. A simplified definition can be heard from he alth workers, one of them, as an option, is given above. But it is very abstract and superficial. Therefore, it is often possible to meet negative reviews of mothers who were not informed of the depth of the process and the seriousness of the situation. In addition, which of us does not want to get rid of allergies in a couple of days, but here you have to drink medicine for months. But mothers who know what constant attacks are from year to year, for example, during the flowering period, express the most grateful reviews about the Ketotifen medication.
For children, this drug is safe, it is prescribed even for babies from 6 months to 3 years, but only in half the dose. A direct analogue with the same mechanism of action simply does not exist. Any other medicine offered by pharmacists can only serve as a temporary substitute until Ketotifen is available. Note that side effects occur only inchildren with intolerance to this drug. But mild discomfort associated with the start of the drug is possible, but often passes quickly.
Bronchial asthma and its prevention are indeed direct indications for the use of Ketotifen. From what exactly it helps and how long it should be given to your child, the pulmonologist will best explain and control it. But, what is most interesting, the tool has a wider scope of its application. It can also be skin diseases of allergic origin: dermatitis, urticaria and eczema, as well as allergic rhinitis and even hay fever. Therefore, do not be surprised if you hear about this drug from a completely different specialist. For example, even gastroenterologists use the drug Ketotifen, and not only them. And all because many experts consider this medication to be the best immunostimulant, which also has a beneficial effect on most of the internal organs of a person. If you still doubt the possibility of using the drug "Ketotifen",
price will be the last argument for you. After all, it costs a penny, and there are more than enough pluses. At least it's worth a try, and it is advisable to stop only in case of severe intolerance to the drug or after the time of using the medicine on the recommendation of a doctor. In other words, out of necessity.
And the last point that should be noted: bronchial asthma, as well asother allergy symptoms, children tend to "outgrow". The child's immune system is in constant formation and change, so it cannot be injured by aggressive and potent drugs. The medicine "Ketotifen" works quite differently. What exactly it helps from is not easy to understand, but after prolonged use, especially children, they simply begin to forget about allergies. Do not expect a quick effect, soothe your body gradually, then it will calmly react to the environment for a long time. I wish you and your children not to get sick! Good luck!
