Influcid

Pharmacological properties

Influcid is a complex homeopathic medicine. contains 6 active ingredients that are most suitable for the treatment of acute colds of the upper respiratory tract and flu. it quickly relieves typical symptoms of an acute respiratory tract infection, such as fever, headache, muscle soreness, as well as rhinitis and pharyngitis. the drug enhances the bodys natural defense and promotes rapid recovery and recovery of the body after a disease, thereby reducing or preventing the development of signs of exhaustion (asthenic syndrome). the use of the drug at the first manifestations of the disease or immediately after contact with sick people helps to prevent the development of the disease.

Influcid has a proven optimal interferon-inducing activity. Antiviral activity has been proven in seasonal (H1N1, H3N2, B) and pandemic influenza A (H1N1). It has in vitro antiviral activity against a wide range of viruses that cause SARS: adenoviruses, coronoviruses, respiratory syncytial virus and parainfluenza virus. The efficiency index of Influcid for influenza infection and other acute respiratory viral infections is 80–95%, which allows it to be attributed to highly effective drugs for respiratory viruses. Preventive administration of Influcid for 1 month helps to reduce the frequency, duration of the course and severity of acute respiratory viral infections over 3 months.

Indications

Prevention and treatment of influenza and ARVI.

Application

Tablets

In the acute period of the disease, children aged 1 year to 12 years - 1 tablet every 2 hours (but not more than 8 tablets per day) until clinical improvement, then - 1 tablet 3 times a day.

Children over the age of 12 years and adults in the acute period of the disease - 1 tablet every hour (no more than 12 tablets per day) until clinical improvement, then 1-2 tablets 3 times a day. The duration of treatment is 7-10 days (until the symptoms disappear completely).

For the prevention of influenza and SARS for children aged 1 year to 12 years - 1 tablet 3 times a day; children over 12 years old and adults - 1-2 tablets 3 times a day. Duration of use after contact with patients with acute respiratory viral infections or influenza - 1 week.

Tablets are taken 30 minutes before or 30 minutes after eating, slowly dissolving them in the mouth. Children under 3 years of age are recommended to dissolve the tablet in a small amount of water (for example, in a teaspoon) for ease of use.

RR for oral administration

In the acute period of the disease, 10 drops are taken every hour (but no more than 12 times a day) until clinical improvement, then 10 drops 3 times a day until complete recovery. The duration of treatment is 7-10 days (until the symptoms disappear completely).

For the prevention of acute respiratory viral infections, it is recommended to take 10 drops of solution 3 times a day. Duration of use after contact with patients with acute respiratory viral infections or influenza - 1 week.

The solution is taken 30 minutes before or after a meal, holding it before swallowing for a while in the mouth. For children over the age of 12, the drug can be dissolved in a small amount of water (for example, in a teaspoon).

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug; due to the alcohol content, the drug in the form of a solution for oral administration cannot be prescribed to patients with alcohol dependence.

Side effects

In very rare cases, hypersensitivity reactions are possible, including skin rashes, gastrointestinal disturbances, including nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.

If any adverse reactions occur, discontinue use of the drug and consult a doctor.

special instructions

With the use of homeopathic remedies, a temporary primary deterioration is possible. in this case, you must stop taking the drug and consult a doctor. the drug influcid in the form of a solution for oral administration contains 46% vol.alcohol, therefore, there is an increased risk to the health of patients suffering from liver diseases and alcoholism, as well as pregnant women.

If you maintain a high body temperature or rise to 39 ° C or higher, if symptoms persist or are unclear, as well as the appearance of new symptoms, you should consult your doctor, as this may include diseases requiring medical attention.

Caution for patients with celiac disease. The tablet-type influcid contains wheat starch and lactose, so patients with rare hereditary forms of galactose intolerance, lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption syndrome should not use the drug.

Use during pregnancy and lactation. The drug during pregnancy and lactation can only be used after a thorough assessment by the doctor of the ratio of benefits for the mother / risk to the fetus (child).

Children. The drug Influcid in the form of a solution for oral administration is prescribed to children over the age of 12 years. Children from 1 year to 12 years are recommended to use the drug Influcid in the form of tablets.

The ability to influence the reaction rate when driving vehicles or working with mechanisms. Does not affect.

Interactions

Not installed.

Overdose

In cases of overdose, an increase in the incidence of adverse reactions is possible.

Storage conditions

At a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C.

Exclusive Distributor: Naturfarm, ul. Lesnaya, 30a, Kiev, Pushcha-Voditsa, 04075; phone: (044) 401-81-03.

Supplier: Alpen Pharma AG (Switzerland).