Everyone who has experienced an allergy knows that finding your own drug to relieve unpleasant symptoms is not easy. Many antihistamines have side effects and are not well tolerated. However, in pharmacies you can find more modern options for long-known drugs. For example, Suprastinex and Suprastin - what is the difference between the old and new versions of one of the most popular allergy remedies?
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Composition (active substance), release form
The active substance of the drug "Suprastinex" is levocetirizine dihydrochloride, and "Suprastin" is chloropyramine hydrochloride.
The active compounds of pharmaceuticals are able to stop the activity of H1-histamine receptors, thereby reducing the intensity of the body's immunopathological response to the stimulus.
Also, Suprastinex tablets include silica, MCC, milk sugar, hydroxypropyl cellulose, glycerol triacetate, macrogol. The main component and some excipients can cause negative reactions of the body, therefore it is advisable to consult an allergist before taking it.
The composition of Suprastin in the form of tablets includes such additional elements as hydrolyzed collagen, octadecanoic acid, starch, milk sugar and talc. The drug is also taken after a face-to-face consultation with a doctor.
Both medicines are available in tablet form. "Suprastin" is presented in the form of a solution for injection, and "Suprastinex" - drops for oral administration, used in the treatment of children under six years of age.
Comparative characteristics of drugs
When comparing the medicines "Suprastin" and "Suprastinex", we can conclude that they work in the body in a similar way.
However, there are a number of differences between them:
- "Suprastinex" is a drug of the latest generation, so it begins to act already fifteen minutes after ingestion, is more rapidly absorbed in the digestive tract. The exposure period is 24 hours. "Suprastin" also works in the body for up to six hours, so you need to take the drug several times a day.
- "Suprastinex" can be used in the treatment of young children.
- "Suprastin" has been used by allergists for more than thirty years, has undergone numerous clinical studies, has proven effectiveness. Suprastinex is a young drug whose long-term study is not yet complete.
- "Suprastin" can be used for anaphylactic shock, as it is available in the form of a solution for injection, the second drug in this form is not produced.
It is undesirable to independently decide on the replacement of one medication with another, since they differ in indications for use, dosage, degree of toxicity.
In the drops
Drops "Suprastinex" are used to treat children from the age of two. Doctors say that the drug is well tolerated. It has a comfortable reception mode, is not addictive with prolonged use. However, according to experts, a significant disadvantage is the pronounced sedative effect exerted by Suprastinex.
In pills
In this form of release, both drugs are presented. "Suprastinex" must be taken in a lower dose, with its use there is a minimum of negative secondary phenomena, it is considered safer.
When using Suprastin in therapy, the appearance of various side effects is noted, such as:
- general weakness;
- migraine;
- dizziness;
- drowsiness;
- overwork;
- failures in the digestive tract;
- increase in heart rate.
In the treatment of allergic conditions in children, Suprastinex is more often used, but it costs twice as much as an analogue.
In injections
In emergency cases (angioedema, anaphylactic shock), the time-tested Suprastin is used. Only this drug is available in the form of a solution for injection, and therefore it is actively used in a hospital. “Suprastin” in injections is also prescribed for severe forms of hay fever, allergic conjunctivitis, with scaly lichen and eczema, as well as in the treatment of complicated infectious diseases.
Which is better, Suprastin or Suprastinex, the opinion of doctors
Many doctors agree that over time, Suprastinex will eventually supplant Suprastin.
The latter will remain only in injectable form and will be used in a hospital setting. Despite the fact that both drugs are equally effective in combating different symptoms of allergies, the updated medication is able not only to remove the manifestations of an individual intolerance reaction of certain allergens, but also to fight the cause of the disease.
Pediatricians use Suprastinex drops in the treatment of allergic diseases in young patients. Adult patients often prefer Suprastin tablets out of habit or because of their low cost. Nevertheless, choosing one or another drug, it is necessary to rely on the authoritative opinion of a practicing specialist, and not to prescribe medication yourself.
