Ozillococcinum - for children and adults

How hard it is for mom when her baby suddenly falls ill! The only way out is to start treatment on time and correctly. But by what means? The doctor will prescribe the treatment and tell you how to take the medicine. Today, Ocillococcinum is often prescribed for children who have taken up a virus. What is this tool and how much does it cost? We learn in this article.

"Ocillococcinum" is a homeopathic medicine that has an antiviral effect. It has antipyretic properties, and also removes the symptoms of colds (chills, nasal congestion, lacrimation). This drug is effective for both prevention and treatment of ARVI, respiratory tract infections and influenza.

"Oscilococcinum" - description of the preparation

This tool is produced in France. Pharmacological form of the drug - tablets, which have a sweetish taste and are intended for resorption. Composition: extract of barberry duck, sucrose, lactose and other auxiliary elements.

Take the drug "Oscilococcinum" follows twenty minutes before or after meals, after one hour. In addition to individual intolerance, this drug has no contraindications and is considered safe. Only in rare cases, hypersensitive people may develop a weak allergic reaction.

Indications for use

"Oscilococcinum" for children and adults is prescribed for acute infections of the upper Respiratory tract, influenza and colds.

How to use

The dosage depends on the stage of the disease the patient is in. In fact, this drug is effective at any stage of the disease, if the dosage is correctly calculated and strictly observed by the sick person.

The preparation "Ocillococcinum" for children can be given by dissolving it in water, either from a spoon or through a bottle - it depends on the age of the child.

If all the symptoms of a cold or flu are present, you should take 2 doses per day (1 morning and 1 evening) for three days. Of course, its effectiveness is highest at the initial stage of the disease, so the earlier a person becomes ill, the sooner the drug is taken, the greater the likelihood of his soon recovery. For the purpose of prevention during periods of the epidemic, it is worth taking Ozilokoktsinum to children and adults, also on a single dose, only once a week.

Features of Ozillococcinum:

• The most effective will be the admission in the initial stages of the disease, that is, with the first symptoms, and also for the prevention;
• Does not interfere with the work of taste buds ;
• If within 24 hours after the beginning of taking the drug the symptoms of the disease continue to increase, then you should consult a doctor.

Means "Oscilococcinum" - cost

The price of this drug is practically the same as the cost of other antiviral drugs. It varies between 170 and 270 rubles (depending on the region of residence).

The drug is suitable for five years after the date of manufacture. Features of storage: at a temperature mode from 15 to 25 degrees in a dry place. The product is dispensed without a prescription.