The microflora of the baby’s digestive tract in the first days of his life is in the process of normalization, which is why various digestive disorders are often observed during this period. You can eliminate them using probiotics. "Bifidumbacterin" for newborns is the drug of choice in the fight against diarrhea, bloating, impaired digestive system and colic.

Description of release forms and their composition

The product is a domestic probiotic consisting of living bacteria.

In pharmacy chains, the drug is presented in several forms, each of which is convenient for a particular case:

  • solution poured into ampoules;
  • powder dosed by sachets;
  • rectal suppositories;
  • pills.

Regardless of the form of release, this remedy contains bacterial organisms that are able to suppress pathogenic microflora in the digestive tract of the newborn. "Bifidumbacterin" in ampoules contains a nutrient medium and approximately 10 ^ 7 live and active bacteria. The powder contains 10 ^ 8 bifidobacteria, which were isolated from an artificial environment.

Pharmacological action, pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

"Bifidumbacterin" refers to the number of immunomodulating drugs. A number of beneficial bacteria that are part of this drug are representatives of the normal intestinal microflora, which were dried under vacuum and frozen.This condition allows them to recover extremely quickly and become active. In the future, their effect will be aimed at inhibiting the growth and development of pathogenic bacteria, as well as Candida fungus.

"Bifidum" acts as an antagonist of a fairly vast number of pathogens. The opportunistic microorganisms against which the drug is directed include: staphylococci, salmonella, protea, shigella, colic Escherichia, Klebsiella, individual fungi.

The medicine normalizes the balance of microflora, improves digestion, stimulates metabolic processes and enhances the body's resistance to adverse environmental factors.

Also, the pharmacological effect is achieved due to the fact that the drug removes toxins, promotes the production of folic acid and vitamin K, and also significantly reduces the risk of an allergic reaction. The product is not absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and has only a local effect.

At what age can a child be given Bifidumbacterin

"Bifidumbacterin", which is available in dry form and must be dissolved in a liquid, can be given from the first days of life. For this reason, this drug is often recommended for newborns as a prophylactic. However, the possibility of developing an allergic reaction should be considered, therefore, the medicine and its dosage should be prescribed only by a specialist.

Indications for use of the drug

According to the instructions for use of "Bifidumbacterin", this drug is extremely in demand for the treatment of newborns suffering from such disorders:

  • intestinal dysbiosis (violation of the microbial flora of the intestine) caused by taking medication;
  • disturbed balance of microflora, which was provoked by concomitant pathologies;
  • dysbiosis that was caused by an acute intestinal infection;
  • bloating, flatulence, constipation and colic;
  • foodborne toxicosis;
  • malabsorption

Also, the drug is prescribed for babies up to 12 months of age who are on artificial feeding, to prevent intestinal microflora disorders. It can be prescribed for weakened newborns who have a history of anemia, rickets, or allergic diathesis. It is used as part of complex therapy for infectious or purulent diseases to prevent the development of intestinal dysfunction.

Sometimes it is recommended to give the drug to premature infants and children who were born using cesarean section.

Instructions for taking and dosage for newborns

As a rule, Bifidumbacterin powder is prescribed to infants. After opening the bag, one dose is dissolved in 30 ml of warm water or milk. If the baby does not drink the entire amount, then the volume of fluid is reduced to 5 ml.

It is extremely important to breed "Bifidumbacterin" in a warm environment, because at 40 ° C, live bacteria die.

Dosage depends on the age and history of the child. However, the recommended dose for newborns is one sachet three times a day for three days. Then the number of applications increases to 4-6 times a day.

The liquid form of the product is not required to breed. Giving the child "Bifidumbacterin" is necessary for half an hour before feeding. It is strictly forbidden to combine medication with food intake. Premature babies who cannot take the medicine from the bottle are advised to give the mixture with a pipette or syringe.

For therapeutic purposes, "Bifidumbacterin" is taken up to 20 days, for prevention - up to 10 days. As a rule, the therapeutic course ends immediately after the improvement of the patient's condition.

Contraindications, side effects and overdose

The described medicinal product is not allowed to be taken by newborns who have an inadequate response of the immune system - an allergic reaction to Bifidumbacterin. If any such manifestations occur, it is necessary to cancel the drug and seek help from a specialist who will prescribe antihistamines.

Some Bifidumbacterin dosage forms may include lactose.

For this reason, they are categorically contraindicated in infants who suffer from lactase deficiency. In newborns, this pathology is manifested by colic, bloating. But such signs are not always symptoms of dysbiosis, so it is better to entrust the diagnosis and the choice of treatment to a specialist.

Also among contraindications is children under three years of age (for the oral route of administration (tablets) and suppositories).

The drug under discussion is fairly well tolerated by patients, but the risk of side effects is not excluded. Undesirable reactions are directly related to the individual intolerance of the individual components.

In case of an overdose, you must seek medical help for symptomatic treatment.

Analogs

In addition to the drug under discussion, other probiotics, which are analogues of Bifidumbacterin, can be purchased in pharmacies. They have a similar pharmacological effect, because they contain a number of beneficial bacteria and contribute to the normalization of intestinal microflora.

These synonyms include the following:

  • Baby Beefiform
  • Linex;
  • “Hilak forte”;
  • "Acipol";
  • "Bifikol."

Replace the prescribed medication only after consulting a specialist.

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