Helpex anticold

Helpex Anticold helps eliminate the symptoms of flu and colds. In the cool season, these diseases are the most common. How inopportunely a cold comes, especially when you need to hand in an important project or go to an event. In such cases, special medications provide quick help. They are able to get a person back on their feet literally after the first use.

Indications Helpex anticold

Indications - symptomatic therapy of colds and flu. Helpex anticold actively fights severe forms of diseases. Especially if they are accompanied by fever and an unpleasant dry cough. The drug is so strong that one dose is enough to feel complete relief. This is achieved by a good composition.

Helpex Anticold is widely used in modern medicine. However, it is recommended to use it only with the permission of a doctor. The syrup is used to eliminate allergic rhinitis. It also actively fights cough, eliminates infectious pathologies developing in the upper respiratory tract.

The drug is rich in active components, which together have an incredible effect. This will help to get a person back on his feet. It is not worth taking Helpex Anticold without control, this is fraught with serious consequences. In the form of a special composition, the drug should be used with caution. In any case, the effect will be positive.

Release form

The form of release of the medicine is rich in its diversity. So, the tablets are sold in cardboard packages. One blister can contain from 4 to 80 tablets. If we are talking about syrup, it is supplied in bottles of 60 ml, 100 ml.

One capsule contains 500 mg of paracetamol. This is the leading component. In addition, it contains 30 mg of caffeine and a couple of milligrams of chlorpheniramine maleate. This applies to the tablet form. The syrup has a slightly different composition. Thus, 5 ml of the drug contains 6 mg of phenylephrine hydrochloride and 10 mg of dextromethorphan hydrobromide. Bromhexine, menthol and chlorpheniramine maleate act as auxiliary components.

It is up to the person to decide in what form to use the drug. But, it is worth understanding that the syrup is absorbed and acts faster. Naturally, this happens due to some features. But, the effect of tablets and syrup is the same. It is advisable to visit a doctor before buying the medicine, so that he can choose the optimal form that will suit a particular situation.

Pharmacodynamics

This is a medicinal product, the effectiveness of which lies in its combined action. It actively reduces fever and helps stabilize a person's condition. In addition, Helpex Anticold helps relieve inflammation and allergic reactions. It acts as an analgesic. That is why it is widely used in the treatment of colds and flu. After all, it is enough to take one tablet in order to actively affect all the "weak" spots.

It is used to eliminate symptoms caused by flu or acute colds. Helpex Anticold can relieve headaches, relieve a person from debilitating lacrimation and clear the nasal passages. In addition, sneezing is eliminated, and the general state of health improves. The composition of the drug contains a lot of active components. These include Paracetamol, Caffeine, Menthol and Bromhexine. All of them actively act on the causative agent of the virus and quickly lead to relief of the general condition. Each of the listed components acts on its own area. Thus eliminating headaches, reducing temperature and eliminating severe cough and runny nose.

Pharmacokinetics

Pharmacokinetics consists of the active action of all components contained in the drug. Thus, Paracetamol is a non-pathic analgesic. It actively relieves inflammation. In addition, Helpex Anticold reduces fever. Finally, it acts as an effective analgesic. This action of Paracetamol is carried out due to the influence of thermoregulation of the body. Its main location is the hypothalamus. Absorption occurs in a rapid mode, the maximum concentration of the main component in the blood occurs in an hour. The effect lasts for 5-7 hours.

Dextromethorphan hydrobromide helps to quickly get rid of cough, it actively reduces the sensitivity of the cough center to the effects of various irritants. The component is able to relieve irritation and soften the cough itself. Caffeine also has an active effect, but it stimulates the vasomotor and respiratory centers. The component produces rapid absorption in the digestive tract. Metabolized in the liver. It is excreted from the body in pure form, the half-life does not exceed 4 hours.

Cetirizine hydrochloride is a powerful antihistamine drug. This component is able to suppress allergic reactions and reduce inflammation. Absorption is rapid, its maximum concentration occurs within an hour. It is excreted after 11 hours. Almost 90% of it is completely bound to blood proteins.

Chlorpheniramine maleate also reduces allergic reactions. It removes excessive lacrimation, sneezing and relieves itching of the nose. It is absorbed slowly in the digestive tract. Its permissible concentration is observed 6 hours after use. It is 70% bound to blood proteins. It is metabolized by the kidneys.

Phenylephrine hydrochloride. It constricts blood vessels. It can relieve swelling of the nasal mucosa. It is characterized by low bioavailability due to slow absorption and passage through the liver.

Menthol. It has an analgesic effect and also soothes symptoms. It promotes rapid expectoration and eliminates cough. As for caffeine, it is quickly absorbed and excreted unchanged after 10 hours.

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Dosing and administration

The dosage depends on the specific situation. Thus, adults are prescribed one tablet per day. Due to its increased effectiveness, the drug will be able to have an active effect even with such a dosage. Naturally, one tablet is taken per dose, but there should be 4 of them in total. At least 4 hours should pass between uses of the drug. It is advisable to take the medication after meals. Because the same Paracetamol on an empty stomach can provoke negative symptoms from the gastrointestinal tract. The duration of treatment is 5 days.

Helpex Anticold syrup is taken orally, washed down with a glass of liquid. It can be used by both children aged 12 and older and adults. 10 ml 3 times a day is enough. If the treatment concerns a child under 12, the dosage is reduced to 5 ml. Everything is done exclusively under the supervision of doctors. The dosage is not adjusted independently.

Use Helpex anticold during pregnancy

Use during pregnancy is unsafe. This is due to the rich composition of the drug. During pregnancy, Helpex Anticold is prescribed with special caution. After all, the active components can negatively affect the development of the fetus. Particular danger remains in the first trimester. During this period, the risk of developing various pathologies in the baby increases. This is due to the fact that the mother's body weakens and actively prepares for childbirth. Naturally, the risk is associated with the composition of Helpex Anticold. Because the components are quite strong. They can cause premature birth or provoke a miscarriage. Therefore, when taking Helpex Anticold, you should always weigh the positive result for the mother with possible complications for the child.

How the fetus will react to interaction with Phenylephrine, Paracetamol, Cetirizine is not established. It should be noted that these components can penetrate into the mother's breast milk. Therefore, you should not feed the baby during treatment with the drug. There is a risk of negative effects. It is advisable to refuse to take the drug.

Contraindications

The main contraindication is increased hypersensitivity to the main components of the drug. You shouldn't joke with this, because the development of a serious allergy is possible. People with diabetes should not use Helpex Anticold. Because it contains special "sweeteners".

In case of pronounced arterial hypertension, hyperthyroidism, arrhythmia, ischemic heart disease, blood diseases, the reception is prohibited. A similar prohibition concerns the disorders of kidney and liver functions. Because the effect of the first pass is carried out directly through these organs. In case of thrombosis of peripheral arteries, as well as problems with urination, one should refrain from this medicine.

The risk group includes people with chronic alcoholism. Naturally, women during pregnancy and breastfeeding are strictly prohibited from using the drug. The risk of harming the child increases. Children under 12 years of age cannot take Helpex Anticold, but only in tablet form. As for the syrup, it should not be used before the age of 6. The drug is contraindicated for patients taking MAO inhibitors. It is available in the form of simultaneous use.

Side effects Helpex anticold

Side effects may appear due to improper use of the drug. Thus, renal colic appears first. If a person has hypersensitivity to some components of the drug, an allergic reaction may occur.

Often, everything is accompanied by interstitial glomerulonephritis. Increased anxiety and agitation are possible. In severe forms, confusion of consciousness can be observed, accompanied by dizziness. Tachycardia, significant increase in blood pressure, arrhythmia are encountered. From the gastrointestinal tract, nausea, a sharp decrease in appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, pain in the epigastrium appear.

If side effects occur, stop taking the medication and tell your doctor about the problem. He will reduce the dosage of Helpex Anticold or prescribe another medication.

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Overdose

An overdose occurs when taking an excessive dose of the drug. Mostly, the symptoms appear 1-3 days after taking the drug. It is worth paying attention to the following symptoms. Nausea and vomiting may occur. The skin becomes pale. In some cases, everything is accompanied by anorexia. This is typical for an overdose of Paracetamol.

With an increased dose of Caffeine, nausea and headache may be observed. Often, a person shows anxiety and is bothered by vomiting. If the content of Phenylephrine is exceeded, then in this case, ventricular extrasystole is observed. Often, everything is accompanied by increased pressure and heaviness in the limbs.

Overdose of Chlorpheniramine may cause depression. There is a reverse effect and the person is overexcited. In some cases, atropine-like symptoms appear. If the dose of Cetirizine is exceeded, then in adults this manifests itself as drowsiness, and in children, increased excitability.

In any case, treatment should consist of gastric lavage and symptomatic therapy. Gastric lavage is carried out in the first hours of poisoning.

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Interactions with other drugs

The interaction should occur under the supervision of a doctor. Thus, Paracetamol can normally "work" together with anticonvulsants and anticoagulants. However, its antipyretic ability can decrease when using barbiturates.

When taking Helpex Anticold simultaneously with narcotic and sleeping pills, a significant decrease in the effect of the latter is possible. But, the effect of Paracetamol, on the contrary, improves. This occurs against the background of the use of non-narcotic analgesics and acetylsalicylic acid. It is possible to increase the efficiency of indirect anticoagulants (from the group of coumarin derivatives) and increase the risk of liver damage by hepatotoxic agents.

The rate of absorption of caffeine can be inhibited by metoclopramide. This component can lead to better absorption, but only when interacting with ergomatine.

The interaction of Phenylephrine and other sympathomimetic amines leads to a sharp increase in blood pressure. It is worth noting that alcohol and this drug are incompatible.

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Storage conditions

The storage conditions of Helpex Anticold must be observed in full force. The fact is that any medicine requires special conditions. In this case, we mean the temperature regime and humidity level. There are even certain rules for storing medicines. Some conditions are aimed at preserving them at home, others - in a hospital setting.

So, it is advisable to maintain the temperature at around 25 degrees Celsius. In no case should the medicine be placed in the refrigerator. As for the tablets, they can be stored for a long time. If we are talking about syrup, then after opening the bottle, Helpex Anticold can be used for no longer than a couple of months.

The storage place for the drug should be dry, warm and without direct sunlight. This will preserve the viability of the product. Naturally, children should not have access to the drug. After all, the syrup may arouse interest in children, and they will want to try it, thereby harming themselves. Therefore, compliance with the conditions is mandatory.

Shelf life

The shelf life of the medicine is 2 years. During this entire period, special storage conditions must be observed. Thus, it is necessary to pay attention to the temperature regime, it should not exceed 25 degrees Celsius. Helpex anticold should be stored in a dry, warm place. Naturally, protected from direct sunlight.

During the entire storage period, you need to pay attention to the external characteristics of the medicine. If the color, smell and taste were different from the original, it is not recommended to use Helpex Anticold. Most likely, it has become completely unusable. This can happen due to improper storage or damage to the blister (bottle). After the expiration date, the drug cannot be used. Most likely, its pharmacological effect will no longer be performed.

Helpex Anticold should be kept away from children. They can easily damage the bottle or use Helpex Anticold themselves. This will lead to negative consequences. Therefore, it is necessary to strictly follow all the conditions and store Helpex Anticold in the medicine cabinet.