Instructions for use of Viferon suppositories for children

Introduction

Immune stimulating drugs provide significant support to the body in the fight against infections. In accordance with the instructions for use, one of the immunomodulating drugs for children is Viferon suppositories .

Often people are looking for Viferon 250000 suppositories, but such a dosage does not exist.

Indications for the use of the drug for children

• in combination with other medicines in the treatment of acute respiratory viral infections, including those accompanied by complications of a bacterial nature;
• combined therapy of an infectious process of various etiologies in newborns, including those born prematurely (candidiasis, meningitis, sepsis, generalized herpes infections);
• in combination with other medicines in the treatment of chronic viral hepatitis B, C, D, including those complicated by cirrhosis of the liver;
• complex treatment of infectious diseases of the genital tract (chlamydia, mycoplasma, trichomonas, papillomavirus and cytomegalovirus infections, ureaplasmosis, gardnerellosis, papillomavirus infection, relapses of vaginal candidiasis;
• herpetic infection of the skin and mucous membranes of any localization (primary and recurrent).

Description of the drug

The white or white-yellow Viferon suppository has the shape of a bullet, the narrow end of which is necessary for easy administration. Candle diameter less than 1 cm.

Compound

Each suppository contains a certain amount (the number is indicated on the package) of the active substance – recombinant human interferon alfa-2b .

Additional shaping components:

• alpha-tocopherol;
• ascorbic acid;
• polysorbate;
• sodium ascorbate;
• cocoa butter substitute.

Dosage form

The dosage form is a rectal suppository.

Candles are produced in polyvinyl chloride contour packaging, with isolated cells for each suppository.

Pharmacological properties

The main pharmacological actions of the drug:

• immunomodulatory;
• antiviral;
• antiproliferative.

In combination with additional components with antioxidant activity (ascorbic acid, tocopherol) it has indirect antibacterial and antiproliferative effects:

• enhances the activity of leukocytes and phagocytes;
• increases the level of protection of the mucous membranes, due to the stimulation of the formation of immunoglobulin A.

The effectiveness of the drug

Drugs with immunomodulatory activity have recently been increasingly criticized by the medical community.

However, the drug Viferon participated in several scientific studies, where it proved its effectiveness in the fight against respiratory viruses, herpes and hepatitis viruses, as well as microorganisms that cause genitourinary diseases.

How to use suppositories, instructions: dosage, frequency and duration of administration

The dosage and duration of taking the drug depends on the age of the child and the nature of the disease.

Older children

For the combined treatment of acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI), including those accompanied by complications of a bacterial nature, suppositories of 500,000 IU are used  2 times a day for five days (more if necessary).

In the combined treatment of chronic hepatitis caused by viruses of type B, C, or D, including those accompanied by cirrhosis of the liver, the recommended dose of Viferon 3000000  is 1 suppository twice a day with an interval of 12 hours for 10 days, then continue the administration of suppositories three times a week from six months to a year (individually, depending on the severity of the disease).

In the treatment of genitourinary infections, Viferon suppositories are prescribed at a dose of 50,000 IU, one suppository 2 times a day for a period of 5-10 days (if symptoms persist, treatment can be continued).

In the treatment of primary or recurrent infection caused by the herpes simplex virus, Viferon is prescribed at a dose of 1,000,000  IU, one suppository twice a day for 10 days. For greater effectiveness, treatment should be started at the first signs of exacerbation (redness, itching).

Babies up to a year

Babies under one year old and premature newborns (ARVI, influenza, neonatal infections) over 34 weeks of gestation need to use Viferon 150,000 IU suppositories, 1 suppository twice a day, and with a gestation age of less than 34 weeks, 150,000 IU, 1 suppository three times a day.

The course of treatment for ARVI and influenza is 5 days. Recommended 1 course. Perhaps the extension of therapy according to indications.

For infections in newborns, the following number of courses is indicated:

• with sepsis, candidiasis, cytomegalovirus infection – 2-3 courses;
• with meningitis, enterovirus infection – 1-2 courses;
• with herpes – 2 courses.

For viral hepatitis, children under 6 months are prescribed 300,000–500,000 IU / day; children from six months to a year – 500,000 IU per

day.

Possible side effects in a child

In rare cases, burning, itching and redness may occur in the injection area.

Contraindications

Candles Viferon are contraindicated in case of intolerance to any component in their composition.

Cross interaction with drugs

In practice, the drug is most often used in combination with antibiotics, chemotherapy and glucocorticosteroids.

When interacting with these groups of drugs, Viferon showed its safety. In addition, while taking Viferon, it was possible to reduce the doses of antimicrobial agents without losing their effectiveness, which reduced the risk of side effects of the latter.

Price in pharmacies

The price in pharmacy chains for this dosage of the drug ranges from 250–300 rubles per pack of 10 suppositories. The drug is sold without a prescription.

Expiration date and storage rules

Store suppositories in the refrigerator at a temperature of 2 to 8 ° C.

If the recommended storage regime is observed, the shelf life is 2 years.

Analogues

The most popular analogues of Viferon candles include the following medicines:

• Giaferon.
• Genferon.
• Kipferon.
• Interal P and others.

Reviews

Reviews of Viferon candles among parents are positive.

Viferon was first used for a baby when he was only 9 months old. The appointment was made by the head of the infectious diseases hospital. The treatment was successful.

Subsequently, they repeatedly treated a cold in a child with Viferon candles. Sometimes the pediatrician prescribed several courses of antibiotics to no avail. But it was worth starting to use suppositories, the baby got better literally the next day.

An excellent remedy for getting rid of colds for babies. Viferon always used candles for her child when the first symptoms appeared. The pediatrician says that the remedy is absolutely safe.

Conclusion

Candles Viferon for children are an effective tool in the fight against various infections and reduce the period of symptoms.