Sore throat is the most common symptom in children. This process indicates the presence of a viral, bacterial infection or a cold. Children who have not yet learned to speak have a particularly hard time tolerating this symptom. They refuse to eat, often cry.
The inflammatory process caused by the virus resolves within 5 days. Bacterial infections will not leave the body just like that and will make themselves felt in the form of complications. In severe forms of the disease, the doctor prescribes an antibiotic for young patients. Regardless of the nature of the disease, first of all, you need to call a pediatrician to examine the child and establish the root cause of the disease.
Sore throat: symptoms
Pay attention to accompanying symptoms. If a child has a sore throat accompanied by fever, dry cough, runny nose, sneezing and shortness of breath, this is a sign of acute respiratory viral infections. Before the arrival of the doctor, rinsing with herbal decoctions, rinsing the nose with sea water and copious warm drinks are recommended.
Examine your child's sore throat:
- Enlarged tonsils, covered with plaque or dotted with pale yellow dots, enlarged lymph nodes, intense fever up to 40 ° with signs of intoxication - all these are signs of angina. Your child needs an immediate medical examination and an antibiotic regimen.
- Sore throat in the summer with the formation of bubbles on the mucous membrane of the throat are symptoms of a viral pathological process in the oral cavity. Call a doctor, after examination he will prescribe a course of treatment.
- If, due to a sore throat, a child refuses to eat and drink, and his tongue and the inside of his cheeks are dotted with white spots and ulcers, these are symptoms of stomatitis. You need a doctor's consultation and detailed diagnostics. The causative agents of these diseases are fungal infections, and they often occur while taking antibiotics.
- When an acute sore throat is accompanied by intense fever, profuse salivation, difficulty breathing, and inability to swallow, these are possible symptoms of severe sore throat or foreign body in the airways. Call an ambulance immediately.
- Acute pain when swallowing, enlarged cervical lymph nodes, high body temperature (up to 39 °), scarlet swollen lips with herpetic eruptions, migraine and profuse salivation are clear signs of herpes infection. Call your pediatrician for an examination and appointment of a course of treatment.
Thus, a sore throat is a symptom of many diseases. Only an ENT and a pediatrician can correctly diagnose your child. Do not self-medicate and follow strict medical advice.
Classification of drugs
Painful sensations in the throat, regardless of the disease, are accompanied by general symptoms: dryness, burning sensation, soreness. Pain interferes with speaking and makes swallowing difficult.
Throat pills are topical preparations. This means that their influence is local. The constituent substances are practically not absorbed into the bloodstream and do not affect the current processes in the body.
All pills for sore throat are divided into groups depending on the action and purpose:
- Antiseptic drugs. They are used to treat bacterial infections and disinfect mucous membranes. These drugs are also used to treat viral diseases, because they soften the tissues of the mucous membrane, have an enveloping effect and stop the process of transformation of viral infections into a bacterial inflammatory process.
- Antibiotics are prescribed to eliminate inflammation and are used to treat infectious diseases provoked by pathogenic bacteria. If the sore throat is accompanied by intense fever and other severe symptoms, topical antibiotic tablets alone will not be enough due to their superficiality. In such cases, they are used as an additional tool as part of a comprehensive treatment.
- Combined funds are used to reduce the risk of complications and, accordingly, accelerate recovery. They are composed of antiseptics, analgesic and deodorant components, essential extracts and substances to stimulate the immune system.
- Immunomodulatory drugs are aimed at combating the disease by strengthening and stimulating the body's defenses. They are especially often used for the treatment and prevention of angina.
- Antihistamines relieve swelling of the throat with inflammation. They can be applied immediately without waiting for a doctor's visit.
All tablets differ in composition, effectiveness and contraindications. For quality treatment, the pediatrician must examine the child and identify the nature of the disease.
A number of additional laboratory tests may be required. Based on these data, the doctor will prescribe an individual drug for treatment in your specific case.
Antibiotic pills
- "Faringosept" is a drug for the treatment of oral diseases caused by streptococcal, staphylococcal, pneumococcal infections. Its high efficiency allows it to be used as a monotherapy for mild oral diseases. The drug eliminates tickling and pain when swallowing. Does not cause dysbiosis. Differs in a cumulative scheme of action, the optimal amount of active substances is achieved on the 3-5th day of treatment. For adults and children from 3 years old.
"Grammidin for children" is an antibiotic with an antiseptic effect for the treatment of pharyngitis, tonsillitis, periodontitis, gingivitis, stomatitis. The activity of the active substance is aimed at gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms and the death of microbial cells. The antiseptic included in the composition suppresses the multiplication of infection. The tablet softens the mucous membrane, sanitizes the oral cavity and has an analgesic effect. Recommended for the treatment of children from 4 years of age.- "Decatilen" is a combined preparation containing a broad-spectrum antiseptic and anesthetic. The active substance successfully copes with gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, viruses, spirochetes and Candida fungi, eliminates pain. Non-addictive, sugar-free. It is indicated for the treatment of acute and mixed infections of the oral cavity in adults and children from 4 years of age. Has a pleasant mint flavor.
- "Septolete D" - antiseptic bactericidal pastilles with essential oils of moderate analgesic action with a deodorizing effect. Eliminates pain and perspiration, reduces mucus production in the lower respiratory tract and makes breathing easier. They do not contain sugar, which contributes to the antiseptic effectiveness. Indicated for infectious sore throats, inflammation of the gums and oral mucosa in adults and children from 4 years old.
- "Geksaliz" is an antimicrobial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory agent of a wide spectrum of action. The components destroy the bacterial membrane within 10 minutes after ingestion, their effect continues throughout the day. The drug suppresses the inflammatory process by activating the body's immune forces, restores the affected tissues of the mucous membrane, relieves pain.
"Grammidin for children" is an antibiotic with an antiseptic effect for the treatment of pharyngitis, tonsillitis, periodontitis, gingivitis, stomatitis. The activity of the active substance is aimed at gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms and the death of microbial cells. The antiseptic included in the composition suppresses the multiplication of infection. The tablet softens the mucous membrane, sanitizes the oral cavity and has an analgesic effect. Recommended for the treatment of children from 4 years of age."Hexalysis" is used for various diseases of the throat (acute pharyngitis, tonsillitis, pharyngolaryngitis). Recommended for children from 6 years old.
Anesthetics and antiseptics
Consider two more types of pills:
| Anesthetics | Antiseptics |
|---|---|
| "Hexoral Tabs" is a drug of analgesic, antiseptic and antimicrobial action for the treatment of tonsillitis, pharyngitis and other throat diseases. Chlorhexidine, which is part of the tablet, has a disinfecting effect. Mint, anise, orange and lemon oils soften the throat, eliminate dryness and perspiration. A variety of pills will allow you to choose a drug that is appropriate for your child's age. It is indicated for the treatment of children from 4 years of age. | "Vokasept" - antiseptic lozenges for the treatment of infectious diseases of the oropharynx for adults and children from 7 years old. Active substances prevent the activation of bacterial infections in viral diseases. Natural additives that are part of the drug relieve pain and soften the mucous membrane. It is not recommended to use it for more than 5 days. |
| "Falimint" is an antitussive analgesic with antiseptic action. Eliminates cough, cools the inflamed larynx, does not dry out the mucous membrane. It is indicated for the treatment of inflammatory processes in the upper respiratory tract, infectious processes in the oral cavity, reflex cough. Not recommended for long-term treatment. Contraindicated in children under 5 years of age. | "Gorpils" is an antiseptic preparation of combined action in the form of lozenges for resorption. It has an antiseptic, bactericidal, anti-inflammatory effect. Reduces irritation of the mucous membranes, relieves nasal congestion and sore throat. It is used for the treatment and prevention of diseases of the upper respiratory tract, hoarseness, oropharyngeal thrush. For children over 5 years old. |
| "Fervex" - tablets for sore throat for children. The combination of paracetamol and chlorhexidine in one tablet provides antipyretic, analgesic, bactericidal and anti-inflammatory effects. The activity of the active substance remains for several hours after the tablet is resorbed. It is used to treat tonsillitis and acute infectious inflammatory processes of the oropharynx, fungal infections and dental diseases. For children from 6 years old. | "Imudon" is an anti-inflammatory and anti-infectious agent that stimulates the protective functions of the body. It is effective in the treatment of diseases of the oral cavity (tonsillitis and pharyngitis of acute and chronic forms), accompanied by pain, erythremia of the mucous membranes, ulcers of the mucous membranes and bad breath. Indicated for use in adults and children from 3 years old. |
| "Sebidin" - tablets for the treatment of inflammation of the mucous throat. The preparation contains two components: chlorhexidine and ascorbic acid. The drug has a bactericidal effect, is more active for gram-positive microorganisms. Ascorbic acid reduces puffiness, stimulates the restoration of the affected mucosal tissues. For adults and children over 12 years old. | "Laripront" is an antimicrobial drug that affects gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms, fungi. It has antiviral, anti-inflammatory, hemostatic and phlegm-thinning action. It is used for the treatment and prevention of acute inflammatory diseases of the oropharynx with reduced protective functions of the body. The dose of the drug for children is determined by the doctor individually. |
| "Lisobakt" - antiseptic tablets for resorption, act on viruses, fungi and bacteria, have an anti-inflammatory effect, increase the protective functions of the body. They have a protective effect on the mucous membrane and prevent candidiasis. They are relevant for the treatment of chronic and acute tonsillitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, stomatitis of various etiologies. Allowed for admission to children from 3 years old. | |
| "Strepsils" is a broad-spectrum antimicrobial drug that is active against Candida fungi. The essential oils that make up the tablets have a softening effect on the mucous membrane, improve local blood circulation and accelerate recovery. The drug is presented in 5 flavors. It is used to treat tonsillitis, tonsillitis and other acute inflammatory processes in the mouth. For adults and children from 5 years old. | |
| "Traysils" - antiseptic lollipops for the treatment and prevention of catarrhal sore throat, pharyngitis, stomatitis, etc. Has a wide spectrum of antimicrobial action with a prolonged effect. It has antimycotic properties, prevents the attachment of secondary infections in viral diseases, softens the mucous membrane. For children over 12 years old. |
Herbal tablets
- Chlorophyllipt lozenges are a potent antiseptic with eucalyptus leaf extract. This active ingredient has positively proven itself in the treatment of angina, is active against staphylococci, pneumococci and streptococci. It has a bactericidal, anti-inflammatory and immunostimulating effect. Prevents the formation of bacterial colonies in the oropharynx. To achieve the best effect, it is recommended to lubricate the affected larynx with an oil solution of Chlorophyllipt. Suitable for the treatment of older children, the dosage is set individually by the doctor.
Tablets "Sage extract with vitamin C" by Dr. Theiss are used for throat ailments, have anti-inflammatory, disinfecting and healing effects, help in the formation and separation of phlegm. Adults and children from 4 years old.- Pastilles "Isla-Mint" and "Isla-Moos" are indicated for the treatment of pharyngitis, laryngitis, dry cough in bronchitis, exhibit antimicrobial activity and have an immunostimulating effect due to the herbal extract of Icelandic moss. They have high protective properties, moisturize mucous membranes, reducing the effect of infection. Recommended for adults and children from 4 years old.
- "Pectussin" is an antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory drug used as part of complex therapy for the treatment of diseases of the upper respiratory tract. They have a mint flavor and a cooling effect. For adults and children from 8 years old.
- "Imupret" - tablets for the treatment and prevention of diseases of the upper respiratory tract, activating the immune system. The plant components that make up the drug have a complex effect, destroy the integrity of bacteria, relieve swelling of the mucous membrane and have an antiviral effect. Indicated for the treatment of adults and children from 6 years of age. The tablet is taken orally without chewing and drinking water.
Tablets "Sage extract with vitamin C" by Dr. Theiss are used for throat ailments, have anti-inflammatory, disinfecting and healing effects, help in the formation and separation of phlegm. Adults and children from 4 years old.General recommendations for use
Almost all throat pills for children are recognized as a "tasty" medicine that children use without fail. However, it should be remembered that this is still a medical preparation, which must be taken according to the instructions.
Many tablets have side effects in the form of allergic reactions, dizziness, headaches, drowsiness, weakness, nausea, and indigestion.
Do not get carried away with the tasty pill and proceed according to the treatment regimen prescribed by your doctor. The tablets should be taken after meals, postponing the next meal for 2 hours.
If you notice that after taking the drug, the little patient's condition has not improved or worsened, discuss this issue with your doctor. Perhaps the clinical picture has changed and the drug needs to be replaced.
