It is much better for our health not to treat any ARVI, but not to allow it to occur. But if, nevertheless, it was not possible to avoid a cold, which antiviral agent is best used for treatment. There are many drugs on the Russian pharmaceutical market today, but which drugs are really worth taking for ARVI.
Why is it so important to treat ARVI
Our people do not consider ARVI a serious disease and "treat" it with hot tea with honey and raspberries. We often carry the infection on our feet without realizing that it could have dangerous consequences for us. In addition, in such a situation, we infect others with a virus, when there are many antiviral agents.
By taking these drugs, we reduce the risk of complications such as otitis media, sinusitis, pneumonia, and bronchitis. By taking antiviral drugs, we protect our home and others from the spread of infection.
Even more troubles can bring ARVI to children, since it is they who most often have consequences in the form of ENT diseases or pneumonia. If a child too often catches a cold, then his immune defense is suppressed, allergic reactions often occur, and psychophysical development slows down. If the parents begin to take any antiviral agent on time, and also give it to the child for prophylaxis, this will help to avoid infection and further undesirable consequences.
Antiviral agents, widely used for colds, viral diseases and influenza, can be conditionally divided into several groups:
- Immunostimulants are drugs that for a short period of time enhance non-specific immunity, promote the production of interferon;
- Vaccines are special sera that stimulate the secretion of antibodies even before the onset of the disease.
These drugs, acting on the replication of the virus, block its reproduction. They can be based on both natural and synthetic origin, and are used as preventive measures against influenza and SARS, or for the treatment of these diseases. In general, respiratory diseases of viral etiology are treated with modern anti-influenza drugs of a wide spectrum of action, drugs against cytomegalovirus and anti-herpes drugs.
If ARVI has a severe course, then antiviral drugs are prescribed, with a mild form of infection, treatment with interferons is permissible. As already specified, there are chemical and homeopathic antiviral drugs, in addition, they are subdivided into interferons and immunomodulators. Each of these groups is noteworthy.
Synthetic antiviral agents
There is a whole list of synthetic antiviral agents that are actively used in therapy colds... It's pretty effective drugs, and relatively inexpensive, among which it is worth highlighting Arbidol, Tamiflu, Acyclovir and Remantadin. The safest of these is Acyclovir, but its action, unfortunately, is limited to infections caused by the Epstein-Barr virus.
This is perhaps the most affordable antiviral agent in terms of cost. It is produced both in syrup and in tablet form. The drug has a high efficiency against A-group viruses, especially at the beginning of infection with ARVI. Usually Remantadine is prescribed during epidemics of influenza, is contraindicated in children under one year old and pregnant women. Remantadine can cause side effects such as headache and dizziness, nausea-vomiting syndrome, increased fatigue and decreased attention, delayed reaction, tachycardia. On average, Remantadine will cost 50-170 rubles.
This is the latest generation of ARVI remedy, very effective against influenza infection. Tamiflu drugs are equally effective at any stage of infection. Studies show that after taking it, the duration of the fever and the risk of complications are halved. But, unfortunately, the remedy has a lot of side reactions, among which the most harmless are cough, lethargy, dizziness, diarrhea, nausea and headache... Tamiflu, according to researchers from Japan, is capable of provoking mental disorders, causing depression, psychosis or suicidal tendencies. Due to such a bouquet side effects, Tamiflu should not be taken by small children under 12 years of age. As for taking during pregnancy and lactation, the issue is controversial, so the doctor must make the decision. In addition to such adverse reactions, the drug has one more difference; the prohibitively high price of 1000-1400 rubles.
Arbidol preparations are broad-spectrum antiviral agentssuppressing viruses A and B groups. There are practically no negative reviews about the drug, but the instructions indicate that Arbidol can cause Quincke's edema, stomach pain and all sorts of dermatitis. That is why this antiviral agent is forbidden to be used to treat children under 3 years of age. The cost of the drug Arbidol is ambiguous and can be 140-600 rubles.
Immunomodulators
This is perhaps the most extensive group of antiviral drugs that stimulate the production of their own interferon, which will subsequently fight the virus. The most popular drugs in this group are Imudon, Immunal, Methyluracil, Ribomunil, Isoprenosine, etc. These drugs are not used to treat acute respiratory viral infections, since the first manifestations of its action begin to be felt after a half-month intake.
Immunal
The drug mainly consists of echinacea juice, which has a specific effect on the body, resulting in a significant increase in resistance to ARVI. Due to the increase in the number of white blood cells and their increased ability to phagocytosis, microorganisms cannot penetrate into the body, and if they succeed, they are instantly destroyed by antibodies.
Experts do not advise taking Immunal during lactation and pregnancy without medical advice. The drug is available in the form of tablets or nasal drops, the cost of which can be 240-280 rubles.
Interferons
In case of colds in babies, it is recommended to use antiviral drugs from the interferon group, since they are the safest and have a wide spectrum of action. These drugs have mostly positive reviews, since they have shown high efficiency against most of the existing pathologies of viral etiology. Interferon has an active effect on all possible ARVIs, and since it is produced in our body, the only negative reaction to its presence may be caused by hypersensitivity to a foreign protein.
Practice shows that taking such antiviral drugs for ARVI, you can get rid of a cold in a day or two, and the effectiveness of interferons is the same at all stages of infection. Medicines of the interferon group are available in the form of injections, nasal drops and suppositories. Among the most famous drugs in this group, it is worth highlighting Viferon, Grippferon, Cycloferon, Kipferon, etc. These drugs can even be used in the treatment of infants, and the low price of Interferon (about 50-100 rubles) makes it even more remarkable and affordable. Viferon and Kipferon are produced in candles, but Viferon has a synthetic base, which is why it has a smaller spectrum of side reactions.
Experts do not recommend using antiviral drugs such as Amiksin, Neovir or Cycloferon in the treatment of bronchitis and colds, since they contribute to the production of interferon not immediately, but after some time. It is advisable to take these drugs only as a prophylaxis.
Separately, a new drug for the treatment of ARVI Derinat should be distinguished from this group. This is also a very effective immunostimulant, but it starts to work much faster, providing a rapid synthesis of interferon to the child's body. The product is available in the form of nasal drops, which makes it easier to use even when treating babies. Derinat's drugs do not have age-related contraindications, which is confirmed by numerous reviews.
For example, Svetlana from Tyumen claims that “I am very pleased with the drops. I took them during pregnancy. She cured ARVI almost instantly. "
But Catherine writes: “I treated my daughter with these drops for 3 months. The infection receded, not having time to start, probably on time to start treating ”.
Hence, it follows that Derinat is a universal children's medicine for colds. On average, the price of drops is 230-300 rubles.
Homeopathic medicines
Medicines of this group are quite often used in the treatment of colds and respiratory pathologies in children, and in older patients too. The most famous of them are Vibrukol, Aflubin, Otsillococcinum. It is very difficult to understand the effect of these drugs, but they somehow activate the immune system, that is, they have an immunostimulating effect. The average price of a drug, for example, Oscillococcinum, is 340-1150 rubles. (6-30 doses).
In general, taking antiviral agents helps to reduce the duration of the ARVI course by several days, reduces the possibility of getting a complication from an infection or exacerbation of existing pathologies of a chronic form.
Some of us prefer independent treatment and from the first day of the disease begin to take antibacterial drugs... This should not be done!
The antibiotic is effective only against bacteria, and the virus is the cause of ARVI. The use of an antibiotic is justified only in the case of a bacterial infection.
Antiviral medicines
Antiviral drugs for ARVI are recommended to be taken at the first manifestations of the disease. At the initial stage of the development of the disease, pathogenic viruses actively multiply and spread throughout the body, and taking these medications will stop this pathological process.
The most effective antiviral drugs for ARVI are as follows:
Interferon inducers
Medicines of this type are used to stimulate the production of their own interferons in the body of a sick person.
These drugs are used for ARVI, influenza and other viral diseases. These medications include:
Interferon preparations
Interferons are proteins secreted by body cells that are already infected by viruses. Thus, they "inform" neighboring cells that an infectious agent has entered the body and that the virus needs to be eliminated.
- Recombinant interferon alfa-2b is a commercially produced drug that does not contain human blood components. The tool has a powerful antiviral effect, prevents cell destruction, stimulates the body's defenses, has an antioxidant effect. This group includes Grippferon, Viferon - these are highly effective drugs for the treatment of ARVI and influenza. Gripferon is produced in the form of nasal drops. Viferon - in the form of an ointment for the nasal cavity and rectal suppositories.
- Recombinant interferon gamma is a medication created by the method of genetic engineering, which does not contain elements of human blood. The medicine has antiviral, immunomodulatory, immunostimulating effect. The representative of this group is the medicine Ingaron. The medication is used for the prevention and treatment of ARVI and influenza. Release form - solution for intranasal use.
ARVI therapy in childhood
If symptoms of ARVI occur in a child, you should definitely consult a doctor. Only a qualified specialist will be able to make the correct diagnosis and prescribe the most appropriate children's antiviral drugs for ARVI. Many of the above medicines can be used for children, taking into account the age of the sick child.
- Arbidol can be used to treat children after 3 years of age.
- Remantadine is prohibited for use in children under 7 years of age.
- Tamiflu is prescribed for children after 1 year.
- Orvirem in syrup form can be used for children from 1 year old.
- The drugs Interferon gamma (nasal drops) and Interferon alfa (rectal suppositories) can be used to treat children almost from birth.
- Oxolinic ointment is used to prevent colds in both adults and children of any age.
Remember - only a specialist can draw up an adequate therapeutic program and select the most suitable drugs for ARVI. Self-medication, especially for children, can be dire.
Make up antiviral drugs, since the main causative agent of the disease is a virus. Such drugs differ in the degree of impact on the human body, the presence of certain contraindications and side effects. It is recommended to take them under the supervision of the doctor who made the diagnosis.
Antibiotics are useless in the treatment of ARVI, therefore they are never prescribed. The most effective drugs used for viral respiratory infection, are considered:
- Arbidol;
- Kogatsel;
- Rimantadine;
- Cycloferon;
- Amiksin;
- Rinza.
Arbidol for ARVI
Arbidol - an antiviral and immunostimulating drug based on a substance called umifenovir, produced in the form of hard-coated tablets and capsules. The composition also contains a small proportion of titanium dioxide, calcium stearate, sugar, gelatin, acetic acid.
The main indication for taking Arbidol is diseases such as ARVI, including in the presence of complications from respiratory system,. The drug is recommended to be taken as part of therapy, rota viral infection, for preventive purposes to prevent the development of acute respiratory infections, acute respiratory viral infections.
Among the side effects from taking the drug are known, its main contraindication is early childhood, intolerance to the components.
The daily norm of Arbidol for an adult is 200 mg, for a child from 6 to 12 years old - 100 mg, for a child from 3 to 6 years old - 50 mg. The drug should be taken before meals with plenty of water.
Kagocel for ARVI
Kagocel - Russian antiviral drug, whose action is aimed mainly at stimulating the production of interferon protein by the human body, which helps to destroy infectious agents of viral origin. The main form of release is oral tablets.
The drug is prescribed for the prevention and treatment of ARVI, including as an adjuvant in therapy. Side effects dangerous to human life from taking Kagocel have not been identified, cases of overdose have not been established. The remedy is contraindicated in pregnancy, in case of intolerance to its components, it is also not recommended for the treatment of children under 3 years of age.
The course of treatment is 4 days. On the first day, 2 tablets are taken three times a day, on the remaining days - 1 tablet also three times a day. As a prophylaxis, Kagocel is taken 2 tablets twice a day for 2 days. The drug is repeated after 5 days.
As clinical studies show, this agent is safe, completely excreted from the body, does not accumulate in its tissues, and does not cause cell mutations.
Rimantadine for ARVI
Rimantadin - a powerful antiviral drug derivative chemical called adamantane, active against various viruses, including tick-borne encephalitis and influenza, has an immunostimulating effect on the human body, reduces the symptoms of intoxication. The main indication for use: ARVI, caused in particular by the strain of the influenza A virus, the agent is recommended to be taken within the first 18 hours from the moment the first signs of the disease appear. Rimantadine is available in the form of tablets and syrup, is contraindicated in pregnancy and lactation, intolerance to the components of the drug, liver failure, is not prescribed for the treatment of children under 1 year of age. Side effects include nausea and vomiting, dryness, an unpleasant taste in the mouth, loss of appetite, fatigue, headache, dizziness. Signs of impaired activity of the central nervous system are possible.
The maximum daily intake of the drug is no more than 150 mg for a child and no more than 200 mg for an adult. The course of treatment lasts 7 days. Rimantadine is taken before meals, twice a day, 100 mg, for prophylactic purposes - 100 mg once a day.
Cycloferon for ARVI
Cycloferon – medicinal product based on meglumine acridone acetate, a substance that promotes the production of interferon protein by the body, is available in the form of coated tablets. This remedy is prescribed for various viral infections, including for the purpose of strengthening immunity during the cold and flu season.
Cycloferon is known in the world as a powerful immunostimulating drug, its appointment is advisable for patients with a diagnosis of hepatitis, with oncological diseases as a stimulator of the body's defenses. Among the contraindications: pregnancy, breast-feeding, cirrhosis of the liver, children's age (up to 4 years), intolerance to any components of the drug. Serious side effects from taking Cycloferon have not been identified. Possibly insignificant.
The drug interacts well with antiviral agents, chemotherapy drugs, and other stimulants of interferon production. With ARVI, the daily rate of Cycloferon is 6 tablets. The course of treatment lasts no more than 10 days. The remedy is taken half an hour before meals, 3-4 times a day. Experts recommend taking Cycloferon as prevention of acute respiratory infections in the autumn-winter period.
Amiksin for ARVI
Amiksin - antiviral, immunostimulating agent based on tilorone, recommended for use as the main therapy and prevention viral diseases, including SARS, hepatitis A, B, C, herpes,. The main form of release of the drug is film-coated tablets.
Amiksin is contraindicated in the presence of hypersensitivity to its components, pregnancy, lactation; it is also prohibited to take the drug for children under 7 years of age. The tool works well with antibiotics and other drugs prescribed in the treatment of a viral infection. As side effects noted: indigestion, short-term chills,.
The daily norm of Amiksin is 125 mg in the first 2 days after the onset of symptoms of the disease, 125 mg 4 days after the first dose of the drug. The course of treatment is 3 days in total, the total dose of the drug should not exceed 750 mg.
Rinza with ARVI
Rinza - a drug based on paracetamol, designed to eliminate the main symptoms of ARVI. It also contains phenylephrine hydrochloride, caffeine and chlorphenamine maleate. Rinza has an anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, mild analgesic effect on the human body, helps to eliminate headache, muscle, joint pain, drowsiness, normalizes body temperature, increases the efficiency of the central nervous system, is available in the form of tablets for oral administration.
The drug interacts well with stimulants of interferon production, antihistamines, antiviral agents, enhances the effect of diuretics on the body, it is not recommended to be taken together with barbiturates, some types of antidepressants. As side effects are possible: insomnia, skin rash, dyspeptic disorders, anemia, renal colic. Rinza should not be taken by pregnant women, nursing mothers, persons with severe diabetes mellitus, arterial hypertension, children under 15 years of age.
The maximum daily dose of the drug is 4 tablets. The duration of the therapeutic course is 5 days.
With the onset of cold seasons, all sorts of colds, SARS, flu begin. To protect themselves, people immediately go to the side of pharmacies and buy a lot of drugs. But adequate treatment requires the choice of drugs for influenza and SARS adequately, coordinating the course with the attending physician.
Influenza and other acute respiratory viral infections can only be cured by using the right drugs.
In order to know a specific and effective range of medicines for the treatment of respiratory diseases, it is necessary to study the nature of the disease. There are a number of factors that cause flu, an acute respiratory infection. This condition is mentioned in the most ancient sources, humanity has experienced at least 18 epidemics. Each wave claimed the lives of millions of people, remember, at least the same "Spanish flu" - the flu that mowed millions in Europe and Asia. Only with the advent of the vaccine, drugs for acute respiratory infections and influenza, it became possible to avoid infection or to transfer it in a mild form. Moreover, to create a drug against acute respiratory infections and influenza, scientists are constantly working, since the virus tends to mutate, that is, it becomes more powerful and adapted to the components of vaccinations. Renewal takes place every 2-3 years, but immunization should be at least once a year.
The causes of influenza, how ARVI occurs
The optimal barometer for the multiplication of influenza viruses is from -5 to 5 degrees. It is in the cold, "slushy", that is, high humidity seasons that the infection spreads, from which antiviral drugs for influenza are taken. An important role in this is played by the human immune system, if it is in a "deplorable" state, then the risk of infection is very high. For what reasons, the protective functions are weakening:
For protracted, chronic diseases... The body cannot recover its strength, pathological processes take away its internal potential. Problems include inflammatory processes, non-healing wounds, diabetes, hormonal imbalance, etc.
With the wrong lifestyle... Physical inactivity, monotony, refusal to go in for sports, light types of physical activity: yoga, banal gymnastics create stagnation in the body. As a result, chronic diseases, new ones appear - metabolic disorders, poor blood circulation.
Improper nutrition... In pursuit of weight loss, many people ignore useful products, while hormonal balance and metabolism are disrupted. The body does not receive valuable trace elements, vitamins, minerals, blood flow to small vessels is disrupted, which causes stagnation and decreases immunity. It is worth noting that drugs against ARVI are often a combination of valuable elements.
Bad habits.
- Smoking negatively affects the health of the entire body. There is a vasospasm, the respiratory canals are clogged, the liver tissue is destroyed due to decay products, there is a great load on the kidneys and urinary tract. As a result of these and other problems, the body spends its potential for recovery and immunity falls.
- Alcohol. Much has been said about the dangers of alcoholic beverages, but it is worth repeating again. The toxins released during the consumption of alcohol poison the entire body, getting into the bloodstream, they penetrate into every internal organ. The liver, kidneys, blood vessels, and the brain are suffering. There is a failure in the hormonal, nervous, cardiac system, in the work of the digestive tract. If a person is not able to give up addictions, it makes no sense to find out which drug for the flu is the most effective. The affected liver is unable to filter the blood and the effect of the drug will only be depressing.
Colds... Banal hypothermia, prolonged exposure to drafts, walking in wet shoes can cause a common cold, which takes away some of the protective forces. A person's weakness can cause rapid infection.
Refusal of vaccinations... Annual immunization was created for a reason. The effect of vaccinations has been proven many times over. Many people mistakenly believe that vaccines are dangerous. However, problems arise only in isolated cases due to certain factors:
- during vaccination, the human body was poorly examined, the vaccine was given to a weakened patient with reduced immunity;
- the drug has not been certified and has a questionable origin.
Important: for immunization, you need only to checked clinics and check the certificate of conformity of the vaccine to be vaccinated.
Respiratory symptoms
In order to choose the right drugs for ARVI, you need to pay attention to the symptoms of a respiratory infection, so as not to confuse the condition with a common cold. In total, more than 200 varieties of viruses have been counted, which include adeno-, rino-, corona-, para-, enteroviruses, etc. A number of microbes can also provoke the disease: staphylococcus, pneumococcus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, haemophilus influenzae, chlamydia, mycoplasma.
Headache is one of the first signs of ARVI
Respiratory disease does not immediately manifest itself with familiar signs, a person is primarily concerned about:
- headache;
- sore throat;
- dizziness;
- dry cough.
The virus enters the body through coughing, sneezing of the patient, by airborne droplets and settles on the mucous membrane of the respiratory canals. It is for this reason that dry breathing occurs. Penetrating into the epithelium, they enter the circulatory system and affect the internal organs. Intoxication occurs, due to which the following symptoms appear:
- pain in the eyes;
- runny nose;
- sneezing;
- swelling of the mucous membrane;
- sore throat.
Due to reproduction on the mucous membrane, breathing becomes difficult, stuffy nose, ears, a painful, dry cough occurs.
Colds
Colds are manifested due to low immunity, with hypothermia. The culprits are not outsiders, but their own microbes inside the body. Unlike the flu, a cold is not a source of infection, and will go away in about 7-10 days if taken on time effective remedy from acute respiratory infections and flu. In cases where the cough and other signs of the disease persist, it is necessary to undergo a full examination and identify problems that reduce the immune system, which is unable to completely repel the attack of pathogens.
Diagnosis of acute respiratory diseases
It hardly needs to be reminded that at the first signs of influenza, SARS during an epidemic, it is necessary to consult a doctor. Only in this way can dangerous complications: meningitis, pneumonia, inflammation of the lining of the brain, bronchitis, etc.
Only a qualified doctor can make an accurate diagnosis
To determine the type of disease, the doctor conducts a visual examination, collects an anamnesis. If necessary, prescribes blood tests, urine tests for a more thorough examination, prescribes treatment in which immunostimulants for influenza, drugs with anesthetic, antihistamine, anti-inflammatory and other methods of action may be present.
- at early dates respiratory disease, express diagnostics are carried out, thanks to which the condition can be detected within a few hours.
- serological diagnostics can reveal the type of antibodies.
- there is also a polymerase chain reaction, differential diagnosis, these methods are carried out only in specialized laboratories.
Treatment: proven remedies for ARVI and influenza
Given the fact that the disease is caused by viruses, it is necessary to take adequate treatment prescribed by a specialist who is well versed in which drug is better for influenza and ARVI.
Important: the treatment of viral respiratory diseases with antibiotics is unacceptable, since the components of such drugs are not able to destroy the colonies of viruses. They are prescribed only to eliminate complications: pneumonia, bronchitis, tracheitis, etc.
At the first signs of SARS, we immediately go to the pharmacy stall and try to find the funds ourselves. But the most effective drugs for influenza and SARS can be harmful to health, or not needed at all. It is possible that a person suffers from a common cold and there is no need to fight viruses. Or, harm health due to components that cause serious side effects, since any name is fraught with not only indications, but also contraindications.
Preparations against influenza and ARVI: immunostimulants
This type of funds activates the body's immune response at the level of biochemistry. But experts do not recommend getting carried away with immunostimulating agents, and in some European countries they are generally prohibited. Immunostimulating drugs for influenza are addictive to outside influences, and ceases to independently reflect attacks of microorganisms, autoimmune consequences arise. Cells can start attacking their own healthy cells and cause oncological autoimmune pathologies of any organ.
Immunomodulatory drugs for colds and flu have not been proven effective. In any case, most doctors are of this opinion. Judging by their reasoning, a person himself has the ability to enhance protective functions, in extreme cases, you can help with means based on human interferon.
Also, experts warn of inadequate treatment of respiratory viral diseases with antipyretics. By lowering the body temperature, a person weakens the protective functions of the body and allows viruses to attack internal organs without hindrance, thereby causing dangerous complications.
Important: children under 12 years of age should not take aspirin, which causes severe damage to the liver, gastrointestinal tract, Reine's disease.
The best drugs for ARVI and flu
Tablets for acute respiratory infections and influenza - antiviral
First of all, the medicine should be aimed at destroying pathogens, that is, possessing antiviral properties. This series includes Remantadin, Amantadine. But not all names are children's antiviral drugs for ARVI, so when choosing, you should carefully read the instructions, or even better, consult a doctor. Their reception is indicated at the first manifestations of the disease. The disadvantage is that the components do not affect all types of viruses, especially mutated ones. For prevention, they are taken not only by a sick person, but also by all family members.
The doctor prescribes medications to kill the virus
Means created on the basis of neuraminidase inhibitors protect against viruses of type B, A, suppressing the growth of microbes with a specific enzyme.
Preparations against influenza virus and ARVI
Zanamivir - prescribed for children over the age of five, the daily dose is not more than 10 mg per day. Reception should not be combined with bronchodilators, as bronchospasm, asthma attacks, etc. are possible.
Antiviral drugs for ARVI
Oseltamivir is taken from the 1st year of life in accordance with the scheme for matching the baby's body weight and medication. Adults and over 12 years of age - a daily dose of not more than 150 mg, treatment should not exceed 5 days. Contraindication: renal failure, side effects - nausea, vomiting, dizziness.
Ribavirin - blocks reproduction viruses A, B group, is used to treat adeno-, corona-, syncytial viruses, parainfluenza. It is prescribed only for persons over 18 years of age, the dose is 200 mg three times a day. Contraindications: pregnancy, anemia, renal failure.
Interferon-based drugs against influenza and acute respiratory infections
This group contains protein components that stimulate the body to resistance to viruses. Means with a wide range of effects allow you to get rid of virus colonies in a matter of days and have practically no contraindications. Presented are drugs for influenza and ARVI in the form of rectal suppositories, tablets, drops: Viferon, Kipferon, Reaferon. It is taken from infancy, both as a treatment and as an effective prevention of respiratory diseases.
Amiksin, Tiloron, as well as means based on cycloferon, which contain substances that stimulate the body's production of its own interferon, are included in the complex of therapy for colds. The most effective drug for influenza and ARVI "Amiksin" is prescribed from 7 years, the course is no more than 6 tablets. Contraindications: pregnancy, children under 7 years of age.
Cycloferon - an antiviral medicine for acute respiratory infections and influenza is administered intramuscularly, the course is a maximum of 2 days (up to 250 mg) or is taken in the form of tablets (1 tablet every other day), the duration of treatment is not more than 20 days. Contraindications: pregnancy, young children.
The best antiviral drugs for ARVI
Kagocel is an effective interferon inducer that has immunomodulatory and antiviral properties. Assign only to adults on 2 tables. three times a day, then a gradual transition to 2 tablets. The course of treatment is 4 days and no more than 18 tablets.
The immunomodulating drugs for influenza "Arbidol", "Immustat", "Umifenovir" are very popular during seasonal respiratory diseases. Prescribed not only for the treatment, but also for the prevention of acute respiratory viral infections, influenza A, B, included in the list of the most important names. Since 2011, it has officially become an antiviral drug. Prescribed to children from 3 years old, there are practically no contraindications, only individual intolerance.
What drugs to take for influenza and SARS for immunomodulation and impact on viruses
Amizon - induces interferon, has an immunomodulatory, antiviral and anti-inflammatory effect. Appointed from 6 years of age, the course is up to 7 days.
Anaferon - antiviral drug from influenza and SARS on a homeopathic basis with immunomodulatory properties, is used to treat colds and respiratory conditions. They are given to children under six months of age, contraindication - individual intolerance.
Amizon not only fights the virus, but relieves inflammation and strengthens the immune system
Grippferon is an antiviral, bactericidal, anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory drug in the form of nasal drops. The course is appointed individually by a specialist.
The most effective drugs for ARVI
Complex, combined antiviral drug "Teraflu" consists of antipyretic - paracetamol, and ascorbic acid. Also present are phenylephrine, pheniramine, which have vasoconstrictor, anti-edema properties, reduces temperature, and eliminates nasal congestion. It is used not only for treatment, but also for prevention respiratory disease.
Effervescences for flu and colds
To relieve the symptoms of colds and respiratory diseases, it is required to take combined agents, which include antipyretic, antispasmodic, analgesic, antihistamine components, vitamin C. Let's find out which reliable drugs for influenza, ARVI can be drunk by dissolving in warm water.
Coldrex, Faromatsitron, Flukold and other drugs are prescribed from the age of 12. The daily dose is not more than 3, 4 packages, the course is 3-4 days. Contraindications: allergic reaction, exacerbated gastrointestinal diseases, renal failure, individual intolerance, pregnancy, children under 12 years of age.
Handy tools at home
Along with any type of antiviral drugs: immunomodulatory, combined, immunostimulating, a person should take proven measures to recuperate:
- Observe bed rest - in a state of rest, immunity and energy are accumulated and saved.
- Drink more warm water, juices, fruit drinks, compotes. Toxins from the decay of healthy cells and viruses poison the entire body, they can be removed with sweat and normal functioning of the digestive tract, liver, kidneys, urinary tract, which is facilitated only by additional fluid.
- Proper nutrition - consume only healthy foods, avoid fatty, spicy, smoked, sweet foods. If it hurts to swallow, include chicken, fish broth, viscous cereals, mashed potatoes in the diet.
- To refuse from bad habits. Smoking, alcohol directly affects the internal organs, which are already subject to excessive stress due to toxins and viruses.
The best preparations for ARVI on a plant basis
Those who are not familiar with the basics of herbal medicine do not know that a number of plants have excellent antiviral properties, especially against cytomegalovirus. Thanks to their use, other symptoms are also removed: swelling, heat, runny nose, cough.
The best drugs for influenza and ARVI based on medicinal plants:
- Alpizarin: Altai kopeck, mango leaves.
- Flacoside: Amur Velvet, Laval Velvet.
- Megozin, Gossypol, Helepin: oil, seeds, cotton roots.
- Chamomile flowers - a decoction of this plant has anti-inflammatory, sedative, anti-edematous and bactericidal properties. For 200 grams of water (boiling water) 2 tablespoons of dried flowers, leave for half an hour and drink a third of a glass 3-4 times a day.
- Linden (flowers) relieve inflammation, thin phlegm, stimulate expectoration. Steamed 2 tablespoons with a glass of boiling water, strain after 30 minutes and drink 3 times a day for a third of a glass.
- Proteflazid: reed grass, soddy pike - is used to prevent colds, flu.
- Imupret: horsetail, walnut (leaves), oak bark - the product has immunomodulatory, antiviral properties.
Chamomile tea is very helpful in treating influenza
Everyone understands perfectly well that it is better to avoid the disease than to fight it with drugs. If you follow the correct lifestyle and eat well, engage in active sports, then you will not need to ask the question of which flu and ARVI drugs to choose.