Both adults and children of different ages experience problems with the bladder and kidneys. Uronefril and Canephron are used as preventive measures and for complex treatment.
Both adults and children of different ages encounter problems with the bladder and kidneys; Uronefril and Canephron are used for complex treatment of diseases.
Active components and release form
In the pharmacy chain, the drug "Canephron N" is presented in various forms:
- tablets for oral administration;
- solution for oral drip.
The manufacturer's instructions indicate as active components of the drug "Canephron", which helps with nephropathologies: centaury herb and rosemary leaves, as well as rhizome of lovage - in powder form. In terms of 18 mg.
The composition of 100 g of drops of the pharmacological agent includes aqueous-alcoholic extract of centaury, rosemary leaves, and lovage rhizomes. It is this combination that helps to achieve a pronounced mild improvement in the activity of the renal glomeruli.
Among the auxiliary components listed are ethanol and purified water - their purpose is to enhance and maintain the healing effects of the active substances.
Characteristics of Canephron
It is a herbal dietary supplement. Sold in pills and solution for internal use. The active ingredients are centaury, rosemary leaves and medicinal lovage roots.
It is characterized by antispasmodic, diuretic, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects. Active substances remove urea, indican, creatinine and uric acid from the body.
Intended for the treatment of urological diseases. Reduces the intensity of the inflammatory process, eliminates signs of urinary tract spasm. Helps increase the effectiveness of antibacterial therapy. Normalizes urination. Reduces the risk of exacerbations.
Canephron is characterized by antispasmodic, diuretic, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects.
Basic pharmacological actions
Since the drug "Canephron", the instructions for use confirm this, is of natural origin, it has a mild anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic effect, while at the same time being highly safe for patients. The optimal combination of medicinal herbs has the ability to have a comprehensive effect on the renal structures and urinary tract. Even with a short period of taking the medication, a pronounced decrease in inflammatory processes in them is observed.
In addition, the medication optimally eliminates spasm of the smooth muscles of the urinary structures. The medicine also has diuretic properties - while taking it, the volume of fluid removed from the tissues increases noticeably.
Essential plant oils and phenylcarboxylic acids present in the medication have an antibacterial effect, which also helps eliminate inflammatory processes.
With regular use of the pharmacological agent Canephron, patients experience a decrease in protein loss in the urine excreted by the kidneys. This is also quite explainable by the complex effect of the combination of herbs included in the medicine on the tubular as well as the glomerular system of the kidneys.
Taking medication during pregnancy
The drug includes ingredients of plant origin, so Canephron N is often prescribed during pregnancy for the treatment of cystitis, pyelo- and glomerulonephritis and other diseases of the urinary system.
According to the instructions, Canephron N reduces the intensity of pain in the lower back and improves the general health of a pregnant woman. The drug also helps reduce swelling and is successfully used to prevent gestosis and exacerbation of various kidney pathologies during pregnancy.
In addition, during pregnancy the drug is prescribed in the following cases:
- prevention and treatment of infectious and non-infectious diseases of the urinary tract (cystitis, interstitial nephritis, glomerulonephritis, pyelonephritis);
- improvement of the functional state of the bladder and kidneys;
- prevention of kidney stones;
- reducing protein loss in urine.
Often during pregnancy it is recommended to take 150 drops or 6 tablets per day (divided into 3 doses). In some cases, the dose can be reduced to 1 tablet or 25–50 drops 2 times a day.
When using the drug, it is necessary to remember that the lovage and rosemary contained in it can increase the tone of the uterus, so Canephron N can be taken only in strict accordance with the regimen presented by the doctor.
The drug is allowed for use during lactation.
The instructions for use of the drug Canephron N indicate that the medicine can be taken by pregnant women. Canephron N should be taken during pregnancy only on the recommendation and under the constant supervision of the attending physician.
Canephron N can be taken during pregnancy in strict accordance with the dose prescribed by the doctor. Self-medication with this medicine is strongly not recommended.
If the risk of exacerbation of chronic infections throughout the entire period of pregnancy is high, the drug can be used in courses over a long period of time.
The use of the drug during pregnancy and breastfeeding is possible only as prescribed by a doctor, in strict accordance with the recommendations for use and after the attending physician has assessed the risk-benefit ratio.
Pregnant and breastfeeding women can take the drug, provided that they adhere to the instructions for medical use and consult their doctor to assess the risk/benefit ratio.
During breastfeeding and pregnancy, Canephron is not contraindicated, and, as a safe herbal preparation, can be prescribed for diseases such as pyelonephritis, glomerulonephritis, cystitis, interstitial nephritis, as well as edema. However, like any other medicine taken during these critical periods, it must be prescribed by a doctor.
Solution, tablets "Canephron": what does the medicine help with?
The instructions attached to the drug "Canephron" indicate that the pharmacological agent can be used as a basic therapy for nephropathologies, and as one of the components of complex treatment. The main goal is to relieve inflammatory processes in acute and chronic types of infectious lesions of the bladder and renal structures. For example, with cystitis and pyelonephritis.
Among the indications for taking the medicine are various chronic kidney lesions of non-infectious origin, including interstitial nephritis, as well as glomerulonephritis.
It is possible to prescribe the drug "Canephron" for prophylactic purposes - to prevent stones, which is typical for urolithiasis of the kidneys. For example, in patients who have already undergone lithotrepsia - surgery to remove urinary stones.
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Use in childhood
The drug in the form of drops can be used in the treatment of children, including infants up to one year old (in this case, the daily dose is 10 drops 3 times a day). Canephron N in tablet form can be used from 6 years of age.
The medicinal plants included in Canephron N are well tolerated by children, and the concentration of alcohol in the solution is very small and does not harm the child’s body.
The drug can be used for a long time (including in combination with any other medications).
The only possible side effects are the development of allergic reactions associated with individual intolerance to any components of the drug.
Absolute and relative contraindications
It follows from the instructions that, despite all its safety and naturalness, the drug “Canephron” has a certain list of contraindications:
- period of exacerbation of ulcerative pathology of the upper or lower intestines;
- individual hypersensitivity to the components of the drug "Canephron", from which the tablets can cause allergies;
- babies under one year old - for a drip solution, children under 6 years old - for a pill form.
Additional contraindications for taking pills:
- congenital lactose deficiency;
- the presence of glucose-galactose malabsorption;
- absolute intolerance to lactose and fructose;
- severe deficiency of sucrose or isomaltose.
Contraindications to taking the solution for drip use include:
- alcohol abuse;
- disorder of the liver structures;
- suffered TBI;
- pediatric category of patients - drug therapy is possible only after consultation with a pediatrician;
- the period of gestation of the baby and its subsequent lactation - admission is possible after balancing the risk for the health of the fetus and the benefits for its mother.
After a thorough history taking, the specialist decides whether a particular patient needs to take Canephron, and what are the chances of improving kidney function, even with a possible risk of unwanted effects.
Drug interactions
The combination of Canephron N in any dosage form with antibacterial drugs is possible and advisable.
At the moment, interactions with other drugs are unknown.
The combined use of Canephron N with drugs that have antibacterial activity helps to increase the effectiveness of antibacterial treatment.
At the moment, there is no information on interactions with other drugs. Combination with antibacterial drugs is possible and advisable.
The manufacturer indicates that the number of possible side effects that occur as a reaction to taking the drug is minimal. Thus, in some situations, the development of an allergic reaction to the components of the composition may occur, and disorders of the digestive system with corresponding symptoms of stool disorders and discomfort remain possible.
If adverse reactions develop, the patient must immediately stop taking the drug.
The drug "Canephron": instructions for use
According to the instructions, both forms of the drug "Canephron" can be taken for a long time - the timing of the treatment course directly depends on the pathology identified in the patient, as well as on the severity of negative symptoms and his age category.
After achieving a pronounced clinical effect, the specialist recommends continuing to take the medication for at least another 18 to 20 days. Optimally, course use of a pharmacological agent. Both the pills and the medicinal solution, which represent the medicine in the pharmacy chain, are intended only for oral administration.
At the same time, the manufacturer indicates that there is no relationship with food intake - there are no clear instructions at what time of day it is best to take the medicine orally. The pharmacological properties of the medication do not deteriorate when taken after meals. Therefore, the patient can independently decide when it is better for him - before and after meals - to take the medicine.
Instructions for taking pills
The optimal daily dose of Canephron N tablets is determined by the attending physician. As a rule, taking into account the age category of the person and the disease identified in him.
Adult patient – 2 pcs. three times a day, children from 10–12 years old – 1 pc. three times a day. It is recommended to swallow the dragee without preliminary crushing, with a small amount of liquid.
Instructions for taking drops
Canephron solution for oral administration in drop form is also recommended for administration in a volume directly dependent on the patient’s age category:
- for an adult, a single dose should not exceed 50 drops;
- for children 10–12 years old – 25 drops, for a preschooler – 15 drops, for an infant – 10 drops.
Frequency of administration: every 6–8 hours. Before direct ingestion, the solution is diluted in a small volume of distilled water to obtain Canephron syrup. To improve the taste, it is permissible to add drops to other liquids, for example, juices. Relevant in pediatrics.
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Comparison of Uronefril and Canephron
The drugs are structural analogues. They contain natural ingredients in the form of rosemary leaves, centaury and lovage roots. They have the same indications:
- cystitis;
- urethritis;
- pyelonephritis;
- interstitial nephritis;
- glomerulonephritis.
Prevents the development of urolithiasis.
Dragees and tablets are not prescribed to children under 6 years of age. But Canephron solution can be used in childhood.
Dietary supplements are prohibited for use when:
- increased susceptibility to the components of the drug;
- pregnancy and breastfeeding;
- the presence of a peptic ulcer during an exacerbation;
- heart or kidney failure.
When using medications, side symptoms may appear. This process is accompanied by:
- hyperemia and itching of the skin;
- skin rashes;
- hives;
- nausea, urge to vomit, abdominal pain;
- laxative effect.
In severe cases, hematuria, acute urinary retention, and impaired urination are diagnosed. Discontinuation of the drug and urgent consultation with a doctor are required.
Despite the similarities, medications have several features. One of the main differences is the presence of auxiliary components.
Uronefril tablets contain microcrystalline cellulose, purified water and E-additives.
Canephron has 2 release forms. The content of additional ingredients depends on this. Dragees consist of corn starch, colloidal silicon dioxide, lactose, povidone, calcium carbonate, and corn oil. The solution contains ethanol and purified water, therefore it is not prescribed to patients with alcohol dependence.
The drugs also differ in the country of production. Canephron is produced by the German company Bionorica SE. Uronefril is a domestic analogue.
Another difference is the application pattern. Uronefril should be taken by adults 2-3 tablets per day. Children over 6 years of age are advised to take 1-2 tablets. The medicine is taken during meals.
Uronefril should be taken by adults 2-3 tablets per day.
Canephron is prescribed for adults in a dosage of 2 tablets, for children - 1 tablet. Take plenty of liquid.
If drops are used, the dose is selected depending on age:
- Children under 2 years of age are advised to take 10 drops.
- From 3 to 7 years old, 15 drops are prescribed.
- Schoolchildren are given 20-25 drops.
- Adults – 40-50 drops.
Frequency of application – three times a day.
Before use, the solution is diluted in water. The medicine has a bitter taste, so children are allowed to combine it with any liquid.
Analogues of the drug "Canephron N"
The drug has a unique composition and has no analogues in structure. Analogs that are prescribed for the treatment of cystitis have a similar effect:
- "No-shpa."
- "Safocide."
- "Metovit."
- "Taricin."
- "Alphacet."
- Unidox Solutab.
- "Brusniver".
- "Cistrine."
- "Bactrim".
- "Renel".
- "Palitrex".
- "Grunamox."
- "Pipeline."
- "Pipem."
- "Microflox".
- "Tsifran OD".
- "Cefamezin".
- "Rapiklav."
- "Sultasin."
- "Sumetrolim."
- "Tsiprolet A".
- "Super."
- "McMirror."
- "Lifaxon".
- "Furamag."
- "Cesolin".
- "Forzef".
- Quipro.
- "Brifeseptol".
- "Urotractin".
- "Ceftriabol."
- "Felexin"
- "Recipro."
- "Palin."
- "Ciprinol".
- "Liprokhin".
- "Ciprobide".
- "Zinnat".
- "Polyoxidonium".
- "Amoxicillin."
- "Kanamycin sulfate".
- "No-shpa forte."
- "Ofloxacin."
- "Sabal Gomaccord."
- "Cyston".
- "Amoxisar".
- "Amikacin sulfate".
- "Klamosar".
- "Norbaktin".
- "Zanocin OD".
- "Biseptol".
- "Nefluan."
- "Ampicillin."
- "Ospamox".
- "Cefalexin".
- "Terzef".
- Flucloxacillin.
- "Vicef."
- "Cimalon".
- "Norilet".
- "Zinacef".
- "Cefezol".
- "Sparflo".
- "Furagin."
- Trifamox IBL.
- "Ligenten."
- "Zetsil."
- "Refamore".
- "Furadonin".
- "Noroxin".
- "Panclave".
- "Gentos."
- "Indomethacin".
- "Trimezol".
- "Fortum".
- "Co-trimoxazole."
- "Chlorhexidine bigluconate."
- "Uriflorin".
- "Methyluracil".
- "Plivasept".
- "Oflocide."
- "Renor."
- "Monural".
- "Oxamp".
- "Maxaquin."
- "Cefazolin".
- "Ketocef."
- "Adenostop".
- "Nolitsin."
- "Piprax."
- "Taromentin"
- "Uroflux".
- "Pipegal."
- "Timentin."
- "Lidaprim."
Recipe and main ingredients
The Latin name Canephron sounds like “Canephron N”. It is used for the treatment of infections of the urinary system in various categories of patients.
Canephron recipe in Latin:
Rp.: Tab. "Canephron N" No. 60 DS: Take 2 tablets 3 times a day.
The Canephron recipe in Latin contains a list of components of plant origin.
Release form Canephrona | Name of the recipe component in Russian | Inclusion of components in the indicated volume, mg | Name of the recipe component in Latin |
Solution (100 gram bottle) | Rosemary leaves | 600 | Rosmarini folia |
Lovage root | Levistic radix | ||
centaury | Centauria herba | ||
Dragee (1 piece) | Rosemary leaves | 18 | Rosmarini folia |
Lovage root | Levistic radix | ||
centaury | Centauria herba |
The packaging of the drug is convenient. For the solution, these are glass containers with a dispenser. For the dragee form - blisters. The pack can contain from 3 to 6 such blisters. The description of the drug is presented in the annotation, which must be studied before starting treatment.
For your information! The dosage depends on the patient's age. The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor individually.
Rosmarini folia
Rosemary is a medicinal plant that is one of the main ingredients of the recipe. It is a shrub with needle-shaped leaves.
Composition of the leaves of the bush:
- vitamins C, B6, A;
- folic acid
- copper;
- flavonoids;
- alkaloids, etc.
Due to its rich composition, rosemary leaf extract eliminates pathogenic bacterial flora, soothes, etc.
Levistic radix
In Latin, the recipe for Canephron contains lovage under the name Levistici radix. The root of the plant has a diuretic and analgesic effect, relieves inflammation and spasms of the muscles of the urinary tract.
Centauria herba
Centaury is a herb known as centaury. Its therapeutic effect is aimed at relieving inflammation of the urinary tract and eliminating infection. The analgesic and antispasmodic effect allows you to alleviate the condition and relieve unpleasant symptoms.
Reviews
The overwhelming majority of reviews about the drug "Canephron" are positive. Patients who have already undergone successful treatment with the drug note its undoubted effectiveness and high safety, the possibility of use during pregnancy and in pediatric practice.
The undoubted advantages include the natural composition of the product, the absence of a long list of side effects and contraindications. While taking the medication, excess fluid is gently and quickly removed from the body, the concentration of protein in the urine is adjusted, and the patient’s well-being is normalized.
Reviews from doctors and patients
Tamara Vladimirovna, 41 years old, nephrologist, Tula If a child has problems with the bladder or kidneys, then I advise taking courses of Canephron. The medicine is of natural origin, therefore it has a minimum of contraindications. But there is a possibility of side symptoms. For prevention, the medicine is taken for 3 months with an interval of 20 days. Adults and teenagers can take the pills. And for children under 12 years of age it is better to give the solution. Because it has a bitter taste, it is added to water, juice or milk.
Igor Dmitrievich, 39 years old, gynecologist, Vladikavkaz Pregnant women often encounter problems with urination and the development of cystitis. There is a safe remedy that will get rid of unpleasant symptoms and will not harm the unborn child. Uronefril belongs to this group. It relieves spasm of the urinary tract, prevents the accumulation of urea and creatinine, and relieves edema. It's inexpensive. One pack contains 120 tablets.
Inga, 23 years old, Astrakhan My kidneys have been hurting since childhood. Every year I carry out prophylaxis with Canephron. I drink for 3 months. I take pills. I can’t drink the solution because it tastes bitter. At first there were side effects in the form of diarrhea and abdominal pain. But over time everything returned to normal.
Alla, 43 years old, Kaluga My son has had kidney pathology since birth. Every six months he undergoes an examination, which includes an ultrasound, urine and blood tests. If the indicators change for the worse, the nephrologist prescribes Canephron drops. The child tolerates the medicine well. But I think that the medicine is expensive. The advantage is the natural composition.
Alexander, 41 years old, Voronezh Six months ago, my wife complained of pain while visiting the toilet. I only saw a doctor when there was blood in my urine. A diagnosis of cystitis was made. The specialist prescribed antibiotics, herbal infusions and Canephron tablets. We went to the pharmacy, where the pharmacist recommended Uronefril, citing the fact that it was an analogue with a similar composition, but was 2 times cheaper. After 1.5 weeks, all symptoms disappeared, the condition returned to normal. Now, as soon as pain in the abdomen appears, the wife starts taking dietary supplements.
Adverse reactions
There is a risk of developing photosensitivity, but only if there is an increased level of sensitivity of the skin to ultraviolet radiation.
Rarely observed:
- nausea;
- taste disturbances.
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special instructions
The drug is not contraindicated for use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. You should not self-medicate. If inflammation is present, which can only be determined by a doctor, therapy should include taking an antibiotic. Otherwise, you will only start the disease. If you have severe swelling, then only a doctor will be able to assess whether taking Canephron will be enough, or whether it is worth adding an additional diuretic.
We have already noted the advantages of drops over the tablet form. But there is one significant drawback: the form of the drug in question contains alcohol. Therefore, in case of serious liver diseases and chronic alcoholism, drops cannot be prescribed.
Excipients in the recipe
In terms of their action, both forms of release of the drug are identical. This is a combination drug with a base of herbal ingredients. The recipe includes not only the main ingredients, but also auxiliary substances.
Solution
A water-alcohol solution is a liquid, slightly cloudy or transparent, brownish-yellow in color.
The solution is intended for oral use and contains excipients:
- ethanol (16% to 19.5%)
- purified water.
The bottles are equipped with dispensers for convenient use. For adults, a single dosage is usually 50 drops.
Advice! Shake the solution before use.
Dragee
The shape is orange jelly beans with a slight bump on both sides.
The composition includes the following additional components:
- castor oil;
- starch;
- talc;
- sucrose;
- povidone;
- lactose monohydrate, etc.
Pros and cons of the drug based on reviews
Canephron is very popular in the treatment of a dozen diseases of the genitourinary system. Patients taking it note both its positive aspects and disadvantages.
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The advantages include:
- Natural herbal composition;
- Ability to prescribe to young children;
- Pronounced therapeutic effect;
- No toxic effect on the body;
- Ease of use. It is recommended to give drops to babies by mixing them with water;
- Improving the removal of small stones in urolithiasis;
- Rare occurrence of adverse reactions.
Among the disadvantages are:
- Possibility of developing an allergic reaction;
- High cost compared to a number of synthetic uroseptics;
- Lack of a pronounced therapeutic effect in eliminating severe renal pathologies;
- Presence of alcohol in drops;
- The need for long-term use;
- Increased urination, which creates difficulties when traveling.
Most of the disadvantages of a natural remedy do not significantly affect the therapeutic effect.
Composition of the drug
The undoubted advantage of Canephron is its natural composition.
The drug contains extracts of plants such as lovage, rose hips, centaury and rosemary. These components have several therapeutic effects that determine the mechanism of action of the drug. Rosehip contains vitamins C, P, K, B1, B2, B6, pectin, carotenoyls, and some organic acids. Lovage is a plant rich in phenol carbonates and phthalides. Rosemary contains essential oils, organic acids, and flavonoids. Centaury contains substances such as phenolic compounds, aminoglycosides, and alkaloids.
Pharmacotherapeutic group
Agents that help dissolve urinary stones.
ATC code G04B C. Uronephron is a combination drug of plant origin. It has anti-inflammatory, diuretic, antispasmodic and antimicrobial effects. The diuretic effect is due to flavone derivatives, inositol, saponins and silicates. The latter also enhance the excretion of uric acid due to urate deposits in the kidneys. The drug prevents the crystallization of mineral components in the urinary tract, has a beneficial effect on maintaining the balance between colloids and crystalloids in urine. Saponins reduce surface tension, form protective colloids and emulsify pathogenic components of urine, preventing the formation of sand and kidney stones. Helps wash away sand and small stones, prevents the increase of stones or the appearance of new ones.
Onion peel contains essential oil (up to 0.15%), vitamin C, riboflavin, thiamine, carotenoids, phytic, citric and malic acids, sugars (glucose, fructose, sucrose), flavonoids, compounds of potassium, iron, manganese, zinc and cobalt Has an anti-inflammatory effect.
Creeping wheatgrass. The rhizome contains polysaccharides, sugars, alcohols, glycosides, vitamins, essential and fatty oils, and organic acids. The main effect is diuretic, regulating metabolism.
Birch leaves contain essential oils, saponins, tannins, resins, ascorbic and nicotinic acids.
The main effect is diuretic, choleretic, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory.
Fenugreek seeds contain trigonelin, nicotinic acid, rutin, steroidal saponins and phytosterols, flavonoids, essential oils.
The main effect is anti-inflammatory, restorative, wound healing.
Parsley root contains aponil, myristicin, and flavonoids.
The main effect is diuretic, anti-inflammatory, litholytic.
Goldenrod herb contains flavonoids: kaempferol, quercetin and their glycosides - astragalin, rutin.
The main effect is diuretic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory.
Horsetail contains flavonoids: apigenin derivatives, luteolin, kaempferol, quercetin, and also contains phenolcarboxylic acids, tannins, saponins.
The main effect is diuretic, anti-inflammatory, litholytic, detoxification.
Polygonum herb contains flavonoids, phenolic acids, carotene, ascorbic acid, and tannins.
The main effect is diuretic, hemostatic.
Lovage. The aboveground mass and roots of lovage contain essential oil (in fresh roots - 0.1-0.2%, in dry roots - 0.6-1.0%), sugars, organic acids, minerals, resins, starch. The composition of the essential oil includes terpineol, cineole, acetic, isovaleric and benzoic acids.
The main effect is diuretic, anti-inflammatory.
Indications for use
For minor pathological processes in the urinary system, Canephron can be used without the use of other medications. In acute processes, its use is often combined with antibacterial agents. The instructions for use indicate that Canephron is indicated for the treatment of:
- pyelonephritis;
- cystitis;
- glomerulonephritis;
- interstitial nephritis.
In case of urolithiasis, Canephron can be used as a prophylactic agent to prevent the formation of new stones. The drug is often prescribed to patients who have undergone surgery to remove stones.
Due to its completely herbal composition, Canephron is recommended to be prescribed to persons with diseases of the urinary organs, who have weakened immunity or contraindications to the use of synthetic analogues.
In case of glomerulonephritis, Canephron promotes the disappearance of edema. At the same time, the drug reduces the amount of protein excreted in the urine.
- Canephron should be used with caution during pregnancy in the 1st trimester if there is a risk of miscarriage. This is due to the fact that plant extracts can cause a rush of blood to the pelvis.
- There are no restrictions on admission in the second trimester. However, general contraindications must be taken into account.
- In the third trimester, it helps remove excess fluid. When asked whether Canephron can be taken at 38 weeks, doctors answer positively, since the medicine eliminates swelling and thus reduces the risk of developing preeclampsia.
Breastfeeding women do not have to switch their baby to artificial feeding, since the drug does not have a toxic effect on the baby. But it cannot be used if there is hypersensitivity to herbal or auxiliary components.
Canephron for children
It is recommended to give Canephron drops to children after one year and up to 6 years of age. The drug helps cope with pyelonephritis, reduces pain during cystitis and makes urination easier. It is imperative to observe the age-specific dosage and frequency of administration.
Restrictions on the use of the drug depend on its dosage form. Both pills and solution cannot be used if there is increased individual sensitivity to the components. Drops due to their ethanol content are contraindicated for use:
- with alcoholism;
- patients with exacerbation of gastric and duodenal ulcers;
- under 1 year of age.
The solution is prescribed with caution for diseases and injuries of the brain, and for liver pathologies.
Side effects develop rarely and are mainly associated with intolerance to the components or with exceeding the dosage and frequency of use of the drug. Most often, atypical reactions manifest themselves as allergies, as indicated by:
- rash and itching on the body;
- redness of certain areas of the body;
- hives.
In extremely rare cases, patients during treatment with Canephron report nausea, diarrhea, and vomiting. If signs of allergies or other adverse reactions appear, you should stop taking the medication.
Analogs
If treatment with the described medication for some reason turns out to be impossible, the doctor may prescribe an analogue for the active ingredient or therapeutic effect.
Cyston or Canephron: which is better?
Cyston and Canephron differ significantly from each other. Firstly, there are nuances regarding the age at which drugs are allowed to be taken. Treatment with Canephron is allowed even for infants (in liquid form), while taking Cyston in any dosage form is contraindicated for children under 4 years of age.
Indications for use of Canephron are:
- inflammatory manifestations in the ureter, kidneys, urethral canal and bladder;
- urolithiasis.
The medicine helps to quickly relieve pain attacks, eliminate irritation and spasms of the bladder, and has a strong anti-inflammatory effect.
Taking Cyston is indicated:
- for stones in the kidneys and ureter;
- for therapeutic purposes for long-term diseases of the urinary system.
The medicine dissolves phosphate stones (the most dangerous for health) and crystalline stones quite well and removes them from the body without pain. In addition, under the influence of Cyston, the bacterial flora dies and spasms in smooth muscles are quickly relieved. Thanks to long-term use of the drug, surgery can be avoided.
Important! Since Cyston contains large quantities of plant components, it can often cause the development of allergies. And Canephron provokes an allergic reaction very rarely. So people who suffer from allergies should choose this drug.
A specialist must decide which medicine is best in each specific case, taking into account the course of the disease and the characteristics of the human body.
Table of current prices for the drug Cyston in online pharmacies. The last data update was 09/30/2019 00:00.
quantity per package - 100 pcs | |||
Pharmacy | Name | Price | Manufacturer |
Pharmacy Dialogue | Cyston tablets No. 100 | 422.00 rub. | India |
Europharm RU | cystone 100 tablets | 490.00 rub. | Himalaya Drug Co. |
Nephrosten as an analogue
Nephrosten is a Russian analogue. The medication helps eliminate inflammation in the urinary organs, relieve pain, spasms and remove excess fluid from the body.
Due to the delicate composition of Nephrosten, it is prescribed for therapeutic purposes to patients with any kidney problems. The product is approved for use by pregnant women and nursing mothers. But it should be taken into account that under its influence the development of nettle fever or angioedema is possible. Although such a reaction is exceptional if there is intolerance to the herbs in its composition. The cost of Nefrosten No. 60 is from 280 rubles.
Phytolysin and Canephron: comparative characteristics
The only identical component in the preparations is lovage. Although the components of the drugs are different, both drugs have a complex beneficial effect on the urinary organs, which contributes to:
- cleansing the renal glomeruli and tubules from toxic substances and pathogenic accumulations;
- accelerating the removal of stones;
- suppression of the activity of gram-positive pathogenic microorganisms;
- enhancing the medicinal properties of other medications, including antibiotics;
- eliminating spasms in the bladder, reducing pain;
- preventing the progression of urolithiasis.
It is not possible to fully monitor the pharmacokinetics of these medications due to their combined composition. But the contraindications are clearly defined.
Both drugs are contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity to the herbs in their composition. Regarding possible negative reactions, both medications can provoke skin rashes, vomiting and digestive dysfunction. A package of Phytolysin costs from 400 rubles.
Table of current prices for the drug Fitolysin in online pharmacies. The last data update was 09/30/2019 00:00.
Pharmacy | Name | Price | Manufacturer |
Pharmacy Dialogue | Phytolysin paste tube 100g | 468.00 rub. | Poland |
Europharm RU | phytolysin paste for oral administration 100 g | 499.00 rub. | Gerbapol Warsaw, LLC |
Europharm RU | phytolysin nephrocaps 30 caps | 560.00 rub. | LLC "Gerbapol Warsaw" PL |
quantity per package - 36 pcs | |||
Pharmacy | Name | Price | Manufacturer |
Pharmacy Dialogue | Phytolysin Prenatal (capsule No. 36) | 413.00 rub. | Poland |
Europharm RU | phytolysin prenatal capsules n36 | 499.00 rub. | Medana Pharma JSC |
Urolesan or Canephron: what to choose
Both drugs have almost identical pharmacological effects. Urolesan is a complete analogue, but its cost is much lower. In addition, the medicine practically does not provoke negative pathological reactions. Which medicine to choose in each specific case must be decided by the attending physician, taking into account the characteristic characteristics of the patient’s body and the course of the disease.
The cost of Urolesan packaging is 284-360 rubles.
Table of current prices for the drug Urolesan in online pharmacies. The last data update was 09/30/2019 00:00.
Pharmacy | Name | Price | Manufacturer |
Pharmacy Dialogue | Urolesan bottle 25ml | 307.00 rub. | Ukraine |
Europharm RU | urolesan drops 25 ml | 360.00 rub. | Pharmaceutical Balkans d.o.o. New |
Nephrosan or Canephron: which is better?
What both products have in common is the use of natural plant ingredients in production. The drugs have similar therapeutic effects. They are prescribed for preventive and therapeutic purposes for similar pathologies of the urinary organs. Also, medications have similar contraindications and can cause the same side effects.
The specialist decides which drug is best, based on the characteristics of the disease and the characteristics of the patient’s body.
On average, a package of Nefrosan costs 300-500 rubles.
Uronefril as a substitute
Both medications are drugs with similar components. They contain natural ingredients:
- rosemary (leaves);
- centaury;
- lovage (rhizome).
Analogs with a similar mechanism of action
Canephron has an antiseptic (destroys microbes), antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory and diuretic effect. This mechanism of action of the drug allows not only to get rid of the symptoms of kidney diseases, but also removes the cause of the disease.
The following effects are attributed to the components of the drug:
- rosemary and lovage relieve inflammation;
- essential oils dilate blood vessels, improve the flow of blood into the tissues of the organ, thereby increasing the outflow of urine;
- rosemary oil relaxes smooth muscles, relieving spasms;
- Centaury relieves pain and has an antimicrobial effect.
Canephron does not lead to potassium leaching, so even with long-term use of the drug, the water-salt balance is not disturbed.
The use of Canephron is possible in conjunction with antibacterial agents and antibiotics. the inclusion of herbal medicine in complex therapy accelerates the reduction of discomfort, enhances the therapeutic activity of basic drugs and reduces the need for them.
There are two drugs with identical composition in pharmacies, these are Uronefril and Renalis.
The difference between Uronefril and Canephron is only that the first drug does not have a dosage form in the form of tablets, so it can only be used to treat children over 6 years of age. Renalis, in addition to lovage, centaury and rosemary, contains lingonberry and cranberry extract. But this drug belongs to dietary supplements, therefore Canephron is better than Renalis, since it is a medicine and is endowed with a more pronounced therapeutic effect on the body.
If necessary, Canephron can be replaced with analogues with a similar mechanism of action. When purchasing them, it should be taken into account that the method of using the medication and dosage may be different.
Cheap Russian analogues of Canephron are Furagin and Fitolysin. Furagin contains the synthetic antimicrobial substance furazidin as its main component. The cost of a package with 10 tablets is around 120 rubles. Phytolysin is produced in the form of a paste for internal use, it contains several plant components, the cost starts from 400 rubles.
Medicines similar in effect to Canephron
Name | Active components | Manufacturer | Release form | Price |
Urolesan | Castor oil, fir and mint oil, extracts of hop cones, carrot seeds, oregano. | Ukraine | Capsules, syrup, drops | Average cost 350 rubles |
Nolitsin | Antibiotic Norfloxacin | Slovenia | Pills | A package of 10 tablets costs 150 rubles |
Cyston | Extracts of stem double-carp, rough strawflower, reed saxifrage, bractal onosma, ash vernonia, rhizomes of membranous sucrose, madder stems | India | Pills | About 400 rubles |
Furadonin | Antimicrobial component nitrofurantoin | Latvia | Tablets, powder, suspension | From 55 rubles |
Lespefril | Lespedeza bicolor shoots | Russia | Oral solution | From 180 rubles |
When choosing analogues, you need to take into account all indications and contraindications for the use of drugs. It is imperative to pay attention to age restrictions for drugs, since not all uroseptics can be used to treat children.
Canephron is considered one of the safest and most effective herbal medicines. Timely use of the medication in courses prevents the occurrence of complications against the background of existing chronic pathologies of the urinary organs. Another undoubted advantage of this drug is the possibility of its use to eliminate infectious and inflammatory processes in the urinary system in young children.
"Canephron": contraindications and side effects
In most cases, patients note that this drug is well tolerated, but in some cases allergic reactions occur. If you notice characteristic allergy symptoms, such as rash, redness, itching, or other discomfort, you should temporarily stop taking the drug by contacting your doctor.
If you plan to give the medicine to children, please note that until the age of 5 years, you can take Canephron in liquid form; tablets are prohibited during this period.
The drug in solution form is unsafe only for people who suffer from chronic alcoholism. If a person regularly suffers from binge drinking, you can take Canephron only in tablet form. This recommendation must be paid attention to even if the patient has been in remission for a long time. Among the components of the drug "Canephron" there is alcohol, which can aggravate the course of the underlying disease. It is important to abandon the drops in case of diseases affecting the liver, replacing them with the tablet form of release.
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Reception features
Canephron, both in tablets and in solution, is suitable for long courses of treatment. It is recommended to take the drug for another 2-3 weeks after the disappearance of the main clinical manifestations of the disease. It is possible to repeat courses of therapy. For chronic diseases of the genitourinary system, Canephron should be taken as a prophylaxis during periods of the most likely exacerbation of pathologies - in spring and autumn. The prophylactic course usually lasts 10-14 days.
The dosage depends on the form of the medicine. Adults are prescribed to take Canephron tablets 2 times a day, children over 6 years of age 1 also three times a day.
Drop dosing:
- daily dosage for adults – 150 drops, divided into three doses;
- children from one year to 6 years old need to drink 45 drops of solution per day, dividing this amount into 3 doses;
- after 6 years, the daily amount of solution is 75 drops, they are also taken three times.
The drug can be taken regardless of meals. During treatment the following rules must be observed:
- The solution is shaken before use;
- children are allowed to dilute drops in juice or other liquid that neutralizes the bitter taste of the medicine;
- During the entire course of therapy you need to drink as much water as possible;
- if necessary, Canephron can be given to children up to one year old, using a solution of 15 drops three times a day;
- the solution from an opened bottle can only be used for 6 months.
The therapeutic effect of the drug lasts for 3 years from the date of release. Both the solution and the tablets should be stored in places where there is no access to sunlight.
Canephron is compatible with antibacterial drugs. Interactions with other pharmaceuticals are not described in the instructions. There is no information about an overdose with this drug. However, after accidental or intentional use of Canephron in high doses, gastric lavage and detoxification therapy should be performed.
Both of these drugs are widely used in medicine and are used for treatment. They have similar pharmacological effects, which means that when taking one drug, you should not start treatment with a second one, since the dosage increases and the body receives a double effect, which can completely adversely affect the course of treatment. This may lead to drug overdose.
The advantage of urolesan and canephron is that, thanks to their composition, they can be taken by pregnant women and nursing mothers, but still, before doing so, you should consult your doctor. No negative results were found when taking these medications together with other medications.
Precautionary measures
Canephron should not be given to children for the following diseases and conditions:
- Intolerance to the components of the drug.
- Functional failure of the heart or kidneys (to eliminate swelling).
- Ulcer of the stomach and the initial part of the duodenum.
- Diabetes mellitus, fructosemia, lactase deficiency.
Under the supervision of a doctor, the medicine is taken by patients with liver disease. As a rule, children tolerate the solution normally, but in some cases the likelihood of redness, itching, skin rash, and nettle fever increases. It is extremely rare that nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea occur after taking the drops.
If negative reactions occur in a child after taking Canephron, you must stop taking the drug and consult a pediatrician. It is necessary to urgently seek medical help if blood appears in the urine, the inability to empty a full bladder, or other urinary disorders.
There is no information about drug overdose. Canephron is available in pharmacies without a prescription. Store the solution in a dark place at a temperature of 15 to 25°. The shelf life of a sealed medicine is 2 years, and after opening the syrup must be used within 6 months.
Similar drugs
Parents are interested in the question of how to replace Canephron if their child has contraindications.
Doctors identify the following analogues of herbal preparations:
- Furadonin eliminates inflammation in the kidneys and facilitates fluid excretion. This medicine can be taken by children from 1 month. Treatment lasts about 10 days.
- Furagin is indicated for genitourinary infections (pyelonephritis, cystitis). Suitable for patients over 4 years of age. To avoid damage to the central nervous system, the medicine is combined with vitamin B.
- Phytolysin in the form of a paste for oral administration contains only natural ingredients. The medication is prescribed to children and pregnant women. Phytolysin exhibits a mild diuretic effect. Helps with acute diseases of the genitourinary system.
Thus, Canephron in the form of drops is allowed to be taken by infants and older children with inflammatory diseases of the genitourinary system. The medicine is used only for medical reasons, and parents must follow the doctor’s recommendations regarding its use (dosage, frequency of use, duration of the therapeutic course). If allergies occur or there are contraindications, the doctor will select a safe analogue.
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Questions and answers
— What does Nephroneo (Monufron) help with?
— The purpose of the Nephroneo dietary supplement is to maintain the health of the kidneys and urinary tract. Therefore, this remedy is recommended for use for complex treatment or prevention of cystitis, pyelonephritis, and urolithiasis.
— Can Canferon be replaced with Nephroneo (Monufron)?
— Canephron and Nephroneo have identical active components in the same dosages, which suggests a similar therapeutic effect of these two drugs. Therefore, in principle, such a replacement can be made. But there is one feature - Nephroneo is not a full analogue of Canephron, since Nephroneo is a dietary supplement, and Canephron is a medicine.
It should be assumed that the lack of clinical studies allows the manufacturer of the dietary supplement Monufron to maintain a more affordable price for this product. The logic is clear: why spend additional money, which will then be included in the price of the medicine, if you can register it as a dietary supplement? You can read more about the differences between dietary supplements and medications here.
— How to give Monufron to a child?
— There are age restrictions on the use of the biological food additive Nephroneo (Monufron). Namely: this remedy is used only in adults (over 18 years of age). Therefore, despite the same number of active ingredients, Canephron solution (from 1 year) or Canephron tablets (from 6 years) are still more suitable for children.
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Forms of production and composition
The manufacturer produces Canephron N in the form of:
- DROGETS. The biconvex tablets have a round shape and a rich orange tint, they are packaged in 20 pieces in one blister, there are three blisters in a pack.
- SOLUTION FOR ORAL USE. The transparent or slightly cloudy liquid has a yellow-brown tint and a characteristic plant aroma. Canephron in the form of a solution is packaged in 100 ml bottles with a drip dispenser. Cloudiness of the liquid form of the drug during storage is allowed during storage, which does not change its pharmacological properties and does not affect safety.
The solution for internal use is mainly prescribed to children under five years of age. A convenient dispenser allows you to accurately measure the required amount of solution.
The drug Canephron is a natural herbal medicine; it contains centaury extract, lovage extract, rosemary and rose hips. The combined natural composition of the product determines its main therapeutic effect on the body.
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