Espumisan L is a drug with a carminative effect.
Release form and composition
The dosage form of Espumisan L is an emulsion for oral administration: white, with the smell of banana (in dark glass bottles of 30 ml with a dropper dispenser and a measuring cap included, 1 set in a cardboard box).
Composition of 1 ml emulsion:
- active substance: simethicone – 0.04 g;
- auxiliary components: purified water – 0.778 245 g; sorbic acid – 0.001 060 g; sodium hydroxide – 0.000 708 g; sodium citrate – 0.004 445 g; sodium chloride – 0.000 708 g; liquid sorbitol – 0.211 655 g; acesulfame potassium – 0.000 318 g; banana flavoring – 0.004 233 g; carbomer – 0.006 35 g; glyceryl monostearate 40-55 – 0.004 02 g; macrogol stearate – 0.006 56 g.
Pharmacological properties
Pharmacodynamics
The actions of Espumisan L due to its constituent active substance(simethicone):
- reducing the amount of gases in the gastrointestinal tract: exhibits surface-active properties and helps to reduce surface tension at the gas/liquid interface, whereby the formation of gas bubbles is difficult, they merge and the foam in the intestines is destroyed, and the released gas is influenced by intestinal peristalsis is displayed naturally or absorbed;
- prevention of image defects due to the presence of gas bubbles during diagnostic studies.
Pharmacokinetics
Simethicone is a chemically inert substance that, when taken orally, is not absorbed from gastrointestinal tract and acts only in its lumen. It does not interact with enzymes and microorganisms and does not affect digestive processes. Simethicone is excreted unchanged by the intestines.
Indications for use
- Roemheld's syndrome, increased gas formation in the postoperative period, aerophagia, flatulence (excessive formation and accumulation of gases in the gastrointestinal tract);
- symptoms of excessive gas formation caused by functional dyspepsia;
- intestinal colic in newborns and infants;
- preparation for ultrasound examination, esophagogastroduodenoscopy, radiography and others diagnostic studies pelvic organs and abdominal cavity, including obtaining images using the double contrast method (in the form of an additive to suspensions of contrast agents);
- acute intoxication detergents, which contain tensides (as an antifoam).
Contraindications
- hereditary fructose intolerance [since the drug contains sorbitol (sorbitol)];
- intestinal obstruction;
- individual intolerance to the components contained in Espumisan L.
Instructions for use of Espumisan L: method and dosage
The emulsion is taken orally, during or after meals, and also before bed (if necessary). The duration of treatment and the frequency of use of Espumisan L are determined individually, depending on the severity of symptoms. The medicine can be taken for a long time if necessary.
Immediately before use, shake the bottle with the drug. The emulsion can be dosed in milliliters (using a measuring cap) or in drops. When dosing drips, the bottle is held vertically with the opening down.
Dosage regimen for Espumisan L:
- complaints related to excessive gas formation and intestinal colic: adults and children over 14 years old – 50 drops (2 ml) 3-5 times a day; children 6–14 years old – 25–50 drops (1–2 ml) 3–5 times a day; children 1–6 years old – 25 drops (1 ml) 3–5 times a day; children from birth to 1 year - 25 drops (1 ml) at each feeding (the emulsion is given using a small spoon during or after feeding or added to a bottle of baby food);
- preparation for ultrasound examination and radiography: 50 drops (2 ml) 3 times a day 1 day before the examination and 50 drops (2 ml) in the morning on the day of the examination;
- preparation for esophagogastroduodenoscopy: 100–200 drops (4–8 ml) before the examination. It is allowed to administer a few milliliters of Espumisan L during endoscopy to eliminate gas bubbles that cause interference;
- acute intoxication with detergents containing tensides: children – 62–250 drops (2.5–10 ml), adults – 250–500 drops (10–20 ml) (depending on the severity of poisoning);
- to obtain a double contrast image: add 100–200 drops (4–8 ml) to 1 liter of contrast suspension.
Side effects
In most cases, the use of Espumisan L does not cause side effects, however, there is a possibility of developing allergic reactions to the components included in its composition.
Overdose
There are no data regarding overdose of Espumisan L.
special instructions
If, after long-term therapy with Espumisan L, excessive gas formation and/or intestinal colic persists, it is recommended to consult your doctor and undergo a medical examination.
Sick diabetes mellitus It should be taken into account that 1 ml of the product contains 0.018 bread units (0.211 655 g of sorbitol).
Use in childhood
According to the instructions, Espumisan L for newborns and infants can be used for intestinal colic.
Drug interactions
There are no data on the interaction of Espumisan L with other drugs.
Analogues
Analogues of Espumisan L are: Sab simplex, Bobotik, Antiflat Lannacher, Espumisan, Disflatil.
Terms and conditions of storage
Store in a place protected from light and moisture, at temperatures up to 25 °C. Keep away from children.
Shelf life – 3 years; after opening the bottle – 6 months.
Problems with the gastrointestinal tract occur quite often in people. One of the manifestations of dysfunction is flatulence - excessive gas formation in the intestines.
To suppress this condition, drugs are used that reduce the amount of gases in the intestines and promote their rapid elimination naturally. One of the most popular drugs to cope with the manifestations of flatulence is Espumisan in capsules.
Pharmacotherapeutic group
Manufacturer
The manufacturer of Espumisan is the famous German pharmaceutical company— Berlin Hemi. For more than a decade now this company supplies high-quality medicines.
Release form, composition and packaging
Espumisan of this variety is presented in the form of soft yellow capsules made of gelatin.
The capsules are virtually round in shape and have a smooth surface. They do not dissolve in the hands and retain their structure well.
The contents of the capsule are presented in the form of a translucent liquid. It has a viscous consistency and virtually no distinct odor.
The composition of Espumisan in capsules is as follows:
- Basics active substance Simethicone - 40 mg;
- Gelatin -22.47 mg;
- Glycerol - 9.67 mg;
- Methyl parahydroxybenzoate - 0.28 mg;
- Quinoline dye;
- Sunset type dye.
Espumisan capsules are sold in packages of 25 capsules in one blister. Yes, it is possible to purchase medicine in quantities of 1, 2 and 4 blisters. In a pack in mandatory contains instructions for use of the drug.
Pharmacological properties
Espumisan contains the active ingredient simethicone. It is this component that has surface activity, which makes it possible to reduce tension at the interfaces between liquid and gas.
Thanks to the action of the drug, the gas merges and the gas foam that accumulates on the intestinal walls is destroyed. Under the influence of the drug, gas begins to be released, leaving naturally through intestinal peristalsis.
It should be noted that simethicone is an inert drug. It does not enter into the digestion process, does not interact with enzymes and is not absorbed. Thus, the substance is excreted unchanged.
What does the drug help with?
The main effect of Espumisan is aimed at eliminating discomfort in the intestines and improving its motility. The use of the product is also indicated in the following cases:
- excessive gas formation;
- formation of gases after surgery;
- preliminary preparation for diagnostic studies of the pelvic and abdominal organs;
- functional;
- poisoning with detergents.
The prescription of the drug for specific types of disorders is carried out by the attending physician. Independent use the drug may lead to low effectiveness of the drug (inconsistency of dosages, incorrect time of administration).
Contraindications
There are virtually no contraindications to taking Espumisan. However, like any drug, it has some limitations that must be taken into account.
- children under 6 years of age (inappropriate dosage form);
- allergic reactions and increased susceptibility to some components of the drug.
If there are a certain number of abnormalities or pathologies, the patient is obliged to notify the attending physician about them before treatment is started. This will avoid unpleasant possible side effects.
Instructions for use
The capsules must be taken during or after meals. You can take the drug before daytime or evening sleep.
Taking the drug according to the course lasts until the patient’s complaints about certain symptoms disappear completely.
If the symptoms of bloating and flatulence do not go away over a long period of time, then the use can be long-term. This product will not cause any harm to the patient's health.
For adults
- Taking the drug by adults has the following features:
- For bloating and flatulence, Espumisan is taken 3-5 times a day, 2 capsules.
- As an auxiliary medication before diagnosis, Espumisan is taken 3 times a day, 2 capsules the day before the test, and 2 capsules are taken in the morning before diagnosis.
- The dosage of Espumisan in the postoperative period is determined by the doctor.
For children
Taking capsules by children is not prohibited. The following rules of administration and dosage must be observed:
- Children aged 6-14 years – 3-4 doses of the drug per day, 2 capsules per dose.
- Children over 14 years old – 2 capsules 3-5 times a day.
- In case of intoxication, children over 6 years old need to take from 3 to 10 capsules at a time. The dosage is chosen according to the degree of poisoning.
- Espumisan is indicated for children under 6 years of age in the form of a suspension.
Can pregnant women take Espumisan tablets?
At any dosage form indicated for use during pregnancy. This is due to the minimal number of side effects of the drug and practically complete absence contraindications.
If necessary, a woman carrying a child can use espumizan for therapeutic purposes for a long time. Capsules can be taken according to the following scheme:
- From 3 to 5 times a day, 2 capsules (80 mg) per dose. If a woman suffers from flatulence, 2 capsules should be taken once.
The drug should be taken before or during meals, as well as before bedtime. Negative influence the condition of the woman’s or child’s body has not been clinically detected.
Overdose and side effects
There is no data on drug overdose. It has been clinically proven that Espumisan is not capable of leading to poisoning of the body. Data about side effects There is also practically no medicine.
Only the possibility of allergic reactions to the main or additional components of the product is noted.
If an allergy occurs, the patient may experience the following symptoms:
- itching of the skin;
- skin rashes;
- redness of the skin.
If any of the suspicious symptoms are detected, the patient must immediately contact the clinic to receive medical advice and recommendations regarding symptomatic treatment allergies to the drug.
If an allergic reaction occurs, use of the drug should be stopped immediately.
Drug interactions
Data about drug interactions not detected with other drugs. Drinking alcohol along with treatment with Espumisan is prohibited.
Price
The cost of Espumisan capsules varies depending on the following factors:
- Number of tablets in 1 pack.
- The city in which the drug is sold.
- A chain of pharmacies that sells the product.
Generally, average price for Espumisan in capsules in Moscow is as follows:
- Espumisan capsules 40 mg. 25 tablets – 212 rubles.
- Espumisan capsules 40 mg. 50 tablets – 360 rubles.
Storage conditions and shelf life
The shelf life of the drug is 3 years from the date of release. Espumisan should be stored in capsules at a temperature of +15 to +25 °C. The drug must be protected from direct sun rays and low temperatures. It is recommended to store Espumisan out of the reach of children and animals.
If deformation of the capsules is detected due to mechanical or temperature effects, it is not recommended to use the drug. Also, taking the medication is prohibited if Espumisan has expired.
Vacation conditions
Espumisan in capsules is available from pharmacies without a prescription.
Cheap analogues
They exist in a wide variety, but none of them reproduces the effect of the drug completely. Among cheaper analogues it is worth highlighting:
- Bobotik (oral drops). Average price – 130 rubles.
- Disflatil (drops). Average price – 150 rubles.
- Kolikid (suspension, tablets). Average cost – 78 rubles.
- Espusin-Health (drops, tablets). Average cost – 42 rubles.
- Infacol (suspension). Average price – 169 rubles.
It is worth remembering that if Espumisan was prescribed by the doctor, then the use of analogues should be agreed upon with the doctor. Selection the right drug can only be done by a doctor. It is also worth preparing yourself for the fact that analogues may not give the desired effect.
Almost all young parents experience intestinal colic in newborns. In most cases, the problem appears between 3 and 6 months of age. Colic can occur as a result of immaturity of the intestinal system, a specific allergic reaction to any medication, but often the cause lies in the accumulation of gases in the intestines.
Traditional medicine offers a lot of remedies to get rid of trouble. If useful tips do not help, then resort to the help of special medications.
Is it possible to give Espumisan to a baby?
The nature of each individual case differs from each other, but "defoamers" are almost always used to treat colic. These drugs are special medications that eliminate the accumulation of gas bubbles in the intestines. Medicines convert gases into liquid, promote their excretion through the rectum or absorption into the intestinal walls.
The drug must meet all requirements and be absolutely safe for the baby. The pleasant taste of the medicine plays an important role. Espumisan for children meets all of the above aspects. The medicine is very popular among young parents and is often recommended by pediatricians.
It is very easy to use Espumisan for newborns; it is additionally noted that the drug is not absorbed in the intestines and is completely eliminated from child's body with feces, has almost no effect on the baby’s well-being. An important plus of the product is that lactose and sugar are excluded from its composition, so it can be safely given to children who have diabetes or lactose intolerance.
Pharmacological properties
Espumisan is a drug that is intended to eliminate colic in adults and children. Some forms of the medicine are allowed to be used for newborns, due to their high effectiveness and absolute safety for the health of the baby. How does Espumisan work? Active ingredient Simethicone extinguishes accumulated gases in the intestines. Thanks to this substance The medication acts quickly; within a quarter of an hour after taking it, the baby feels relief.
Additionally, an analgesic effect is noted; the sedative effect has a positive effect on mental state children. Take off discomfort very important for the baby, colic significantly complicates the child’s life: he is constantly worried about crying, does not sleep himself and does not allow his parents to get enough sleep. Gas bubbles begin to put pressure on the intestines, causing painful sensations, as soon as the problem disappears, the child's condition will improve.
Release form and composition
Espumisan is produced in the form of capsules and emulsions; the latter form is allowed to be used for newborns. The emulsion is a whitish liquid with a sweetish taste, which infants like; the administration process is not difficult.
The main active ingredient is simethicone. Additionally, the medication contains:
- sodium salt;
- colloidal silicon dioxide;
- purified water;
- polysorbate 80;
- banana flavoring.
The product is produced in dark glass bottles, it is packaged in cardboard box, in addition, the manufacturer includes instructions for use.
Indications for use
Espumisan for small children is available in several forms and is actively used to treat colic in newborns. The drug helps speed up the process of digesting food, which helps improve the child’s condition. The main problem for infants is a lack of enzymes that help break down food. Their lack leads to stagnation in the intestines, the fermentation process, and as a result, colic appears. Trouble leads to anxiety and crying of the baby.
Medicinal product Helps break down gases in the intestines and reduces blood pressure. The drug is especially effective in cases where the baby suffers from night colic and the baby cannot get enough sleep.
Espumisan drops are allowed to be given to the child before the procedure. ultrasound examination in the abdomen or intestines. Gases prevent the full picture from being seen; their elimination significantly increases the effectiveness of ultrasound. Before use, be sure to consult your doctor.
Additionally, Espumisan is used to extinguish chemicals, which sometimes poison children. Also carry out such manipulations only with the permission of the doctor.
Contraindications
Espumisan is prohibited from taking in the following cases:
- in case of individual intolerance to the main component;
- intestinal obstruction. Eliminating gas formation can worsen the situation several times;
- If your baby has a tendency to constipation, be sure to consult a doctor before using this medicinal product.
Possible side effects
Espumisan is practically not absorbed and is completely excreted in the feces; due to this feature, the occurrence of undesirable consequences in infants is reduced to zero. Rarely there is a skin reaction on the body, rashes, itching or redness. Studies on the interaction of Espumisan emulsion with other drugs have not been conducted. Before using the medication, be sure to consult your pediatrician.
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Instructions for use and dosage
Before use, carefully read the instructions for use of Espumisan for newborns and be sure to shake the bottle, the substance tends to precipitate, which may affect the effectiveness of the product. Keep the package with the opening facing down so you can calculate correctly required dose drug.
How to give Espumisan to newborns? Infants are given 1 ml (25 drops) of the drug three times a day. The medication is given to the baby along with the mixture in a bottle or using a small spoon. Perform therapeutic manipulations before or after feeding. If necessary, give your baby another dose before going to bed, this way you will ensure your child a restful sleep.
The duration of treatment depends on the severity of clinical picture, neglect of the situation. If necessary and after instructions from a doctor, Espumisan Baby can be used for a sufficiently long period of time. Before use, be sure to carefully measure the dose, do not exceed the required volume of medication, otherwise you may experience undesirable consequences. If side effects occur, stop taking the medicine.
To prepare for abdominal examinations, 25 drops are prescribed once (in the morning, before diagnostic procedures). In case of poisoning with detergents, use 25 drops once, the specific dose depends on the severity of the poisoning and the age of the baby.
For babies after one year and adults, the dosage is increased, the course of treatment is also prescribed by a specialist. Medicine copes well with flatulence in children and adults, has no side effects, and is approved for use by diabetics and allergy sufferers.
Note to parents! In some cases, caring mothers give their child Espumisan for preventive purposes. There is no need to worry excessively about the child; after all, the emulsion is a medicinal product that must be used after consultation with a doctor.
Cost and analogues of the drug
The emulsion is sold in all pharmacies in the country; the average price of Espumisan for a 100 ml bottle is approximately 400–500 rubles. The cost may vary depending on the city of purchase or pharmacy chain.
Modern medicine offers many structural analogues of Espumisan for children. Each product is slightly different in composition, but the main active ingredient remains the same. The effectiveness and duration of action of the medications are similar.
Analogues of Espumisan in the form of an emulsion include:
- Meteospasmil;
- Simikol;
- Antiflat Lannacher;
- Espumisan L and others.
The domestic manufacturer produces an analogue that is much cheaper than foreign drugs, no worse than them, and copes with the task perfectly. The medicine is called Bobotik, it is actively used for increased gas formation and colic in newborns. The medicine can be given to babies from the 28th day of life; do not exceed the dosage of 8 drops four times a day after meals.
The Espumisan analogue is allowed to be diluted with milk. If the baby is on breastfeeding, then immediately after administering the medicine, give the baby the medicine with breast milk. Bobotik begins to act 20 minutes after use, which doctors consider a fairly good result.
Espumisan is an effective and popular medicine that copes well with colic in newborns. This is what is most often prescribed Before changing the product, be sure to consult your pediatrician. The medicinal product has a small number of side effects, be sure to consider possible risks, do not exceed the dosage.
Storage conditions and reviews from parents
Store the medicine at a temperature of no more than 25 degrees, in a dark place inaccessible to children. The shelf life is three years; it is prohibited to use the medication after it has expired. After opening the bottle, use the drug within six months. Before purchasing, carefully inspect the packaging for damage.
Most parents speak positively about Espumisan; the product copes with its task perfectly and significantly alleviates the condition of the baby. Colic often prevents the baby from sleeping or leading a normal life, and parents are constantly worried. Don't worry, the healing emulsion will come to the rescue.
Espumisan is a highly effective drug against colic in newborns. Absolute harmlessness of the drug, pleasant taste and aroma, fast action deserve the love of pediatricians and parents.
Video review of the use of Espumisan for a newborn:
Throughout his life, a person gets sick repeatedly and takes a number of medications necessary for treatment. Any medicine has positive and negative qualities, which in one way or another influence human body. Today we will talk about the drug espumisan, its instructions for use and why it is needed.
Indications for use
The scope of application of espumisan is quite extensive. It is used in treatment (we will talk about this below), especially in postoperative period, dyspepsia, aerophagia. In addition, espumizan is used as an additional drug to “color” drugs, which are used to obtain a contrasting picture when diagnosing the body, such as ultrasound examination, x-ray, gastrofibroscopy. 
Also, the use of espumisan is good for poisoning with detergents, in particular powders. In this case, espumisan behaves as an antifoam.
As for flatulence in newborns. All parents are well familiar with the period of three months of infant colic, when the baby suffers and sleep becomes difficult. a rare occurrence. In this case, espumisan is a lifeline. Literally 10 minutes and the colic goes away. Of course, children are different and not everyone is suitable for this or that drug, but nevertheless, children's espumizan has proven itself to be an excellent first aid for children.
Composition of espumisan
Espumisan owes its excellent properties to its composition. It is based on simethicone. By appearance the medicine is a viscous milky-white emulsion with a banana flavor. This is a stable surfactant polydimethylsiloxane. It affects the surface tension of air bubbles formed in the digestive tract, thereby causing them to burst. The very good thing is that simethicone itself is absolutely chemically inert and its effect is based only on the physiological level.
Contraindications for espumisan
When prescribing the drug it is necessary Special attention pay attention to its indications for use. Although the drug is harmless, it should not be taken for diseases of the digestive tract and intolerance to simethicone, as well as for complete intestinal obstruction. You should also consult a doctor if you experience any pain or discomfort during treatment with the drug.
The drug is approved for use by persons driving or operating various mechanisms, pregnant or lactating women and children.
Instructions for use
The drug is taken after a meal or during it. Shake the bottle thoroughly beforehand so that the drug is well mixed. The dosage is as follows.
- For newborns, add 25 drops (this is 1 ml) of espumizan to the mixture at each feeding.
- Children aged 1-6 years are given one ml of the drug no more than five times a day.
- Older children (from 6 to 14 years old) are given 25-50 drops of espumizan 3 to 5 times a day.
- Adults and children over 14 years of age can take the medicine 2 ml 3-5 times a day.
If you need to prepare for diagnostics of the abdominal cavity of the body, then adults drink the drug three times a day, two ml and in the morning again 2 ml immediately before the test.
If “color” diagnostics are carried out, then espumizan is added to the contrast agents at the rate of 100-200 drops per liter.
In case of poisoning, depending on the severity of the condition, children are given 65 drops or a third of the bottle. For adults, 1/3-2/3 of the total volume of the bottle.
Side effects
Scientists have not identified any consequences of an overdose of the drug, but to calm your soul and conscience, it is better to consult a doctor in this case. In rare cases, allergic skin manifestations such as itching and rashes have been recorded.
Espumisan can be used in combination with other drugs, since there are no chemical interactions between them.
When using the drug, you need to know that its shelf life is 3 years. But if you have opened the bottle, you can store it for no more than a month in a dark, cool place and away from children.
Glycerol monostearate, sodium saccharinate, banana flavor, purified water.
Release form
Oral drops in the form of an emulsion white, with a banana scent in dark glass bottles with a measuring cap and a dropper, 30 ml in a cardboard package.
pharmachologic effect
Carminative .
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
Pharmacodynamics
The drug belongs to substances with a surface-active effect, the essence of which is based on weakening the surface tension of gas bubbles in the digestive tract, which contributes to their destruction and the free release of gases. The main active ingredient of the drug is chemically and physiologically inert.
Pharmacokinetics
Simethicone is excreted from the body unchanged and is not absorbed into the gastrointestinal tract. Acts only in the lumen of the digestive tract. Does not affect enzymatic activity and intestinal flora.
Indications for use
- diseases or disorders of the gastrointestinal tract functions of various origins, accompanied by excessive production and accumulation of gases in the intestinal lumen ( , including postoperative);
- acute poisoning tensides (component of detergents);
- intestinal colic in newborns;
- Ultrasound, radiography, fluoroscopy of the abdominal organs;
- And ;
Contraindications
Individual hypersensitivity to Simethicone, complete intestinal obstruction, gastrointestinal obstruction.
Side effects
Espumisan L is well tolerated. Rarely – local allergic reactions , manifested by itching and rash on the skin, in some cases may develop .
Instructions for use Espumisan (Method and dosage)
Espumisan is taken orally after meals and before bedtime, if necessary. The duration of treatment depends on the symptoms. Espumisan L can be taken long-term if necessary.
The instructions for Espumisan L indicate the need to shake the bottle of the drug before use. The dose for adults for flatulence is 50 drops of emulsion. Take 3-5 times a day. For children 6 – 14 years old: 25-50 drops; 1 – 6 years: 25 drops with a dosage frequency similar to adults.
Instructions for Espumisan L for newborns - the drug in a dose of 25 drops is added to a container with baby food or the drug is given with a small spoon after feeding.
