Instructions for use of the drug Sinekod for cough

Sinekod is a drug that helps get rid of cough. The medicine has a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect. The medication is intended for the treatment of children and adults. The drug does not contain common harmful components, such as:

• morphine;
• codeine;
• papaverine.

Due to this, Sinekod produces a mild effect, does not harm the patient’s internal organs, and is also not addictive. The drug acts on the center of inflammation, carefully relieves all the unpleasant symptoms of cough.

Description and composition

Sinekod is a centrally acting antitussive drug. Effectively suppresses cough, is not an expectorant. This should be taken into account if the patient has phlegm - Sinekod will not help if you need to thin the mucus.

It is a colorless liquid that has an unobtrusive scent of vanilla. The active substances begin to work immediately after application. Relieves the symptoms of respiratory diseases and is not addictive. Well tolerated by the body when taken in large dosages.

Sinekod drops for the treatment of cough in children

pharmachologic effect

Sinekod is a non-narcotic antitussive with central action. It acts on the cough center of the brain and suppresses the symptom. The cause of the cough and the irritants that provoke it do not disappear, but the reflex is temporarily turned off.

In addition to fighting cough, Sinekod does the following:

1. Expands the bronchi, allowing more air to enter the body.
2. Reduces lung resistance, making breathing easier.
3. Increases oxygen saturation of organs and tissues.

Important! Sinecode is used only for dry, so-called “non-productive” cough. If the medicine inhibits coughing when coughing up secretions, secretions will begin to accumulate, which can cause bronchospasm or infection.

Dosage form

The modern market can provide several dosage forms of the drug Sinekod. These can be drops, syrup and tablets, which must be taken orally. The active ingredient is Butamirate. 1 ml of the composition contains 5 mg of this substance, and 10 ml of syrup contains 15 mg. There is another form of cough medicine Sinekod - lozenges. The tablets are packaged in blisters with a capacity of 10 pieces. In addition to the active ingredient butamirate, they contain lactose. In addition, there are other components.

Composition and release form

The medication is available in drip, tablet and syrup form. Pharmacies sell packages of 20, 100 or 200 ml or 10 tablets. The syrup comes with a measuring cap, the volume of which is equal to the daily dosage for an adult.

Important! Sinecode syrup is not suitable for treating children, since it is contraindicated for use in patients under 3 years of age.

Sinekod for children, in particular for infants, is available in drop form. The active substance contained in the drug is butamirate citrate. It is a powerful antitussive component that can be seen in many expectorants. 1 ml of Sinecode contains 1.5 mg of active substance.

Auxiliary components:

• vanillin (used to give the preparation a mild taste and pleasant smell);
• sorbitol solution (moisturizes the throat, helps overcome dry cough);
• glycerol or glycerin (has a laxative effect and also normalizes intracranial pressure);
• benzoic acid (preservative);
• sodium hydroxide (lye);
• water.

Drops for children and Sinekod syrup differ in the ratio of components. In addition, the drop form of the drug contains a larger amount of active substance - 5 mg per 1 ml. One dragee (tablet) contains 50 mg of butamirate.

Indications for use

Sinekod is prescribed to children and adults for various reasons:

• dry cough;
• whooping cough;
• various respiratory diseases;
• may be prescribed for coughs caused by smoking.

Also, the drug helps alleviate the patient’s condition if there is a cough in the postoperative period.

For what cough is it used?

Before using syrup or drops, you need to know which cough Sinekod is best used for:

1. The ideal option is to use the drug in the treatment of dry cough. When a person constantly has a sore throat and cannot sleep peacefully, the doctor prescribes syrup or drops. If a barking cough occurs, the use of the drug is considered mandatory, as it effectively blocks suffocating attacks.
2. If you have a wet and wet cough, it is advisable to stop using Sinecod. It does not thin the mucus that accumulates in this form of the disease. Because of this, the development of bacteria is activated, which worsens the general condition of a person. Mucus begins to accumulate in the body and leads to complications. In the presence of sputum, expectorants should be preferred.

To avoid mistakes when choosing a cough remedy and when using it, you should consult your doctor in advance. The specialist will determine the exact form of the disease and prescribe the correct treatment. After consuming the syrup or drops, wet and dry cough will disappear, however, in the first option it will cause the patient more problems than good.

For what cough is Sinekod prescribed?

Analogs are cheaper

Among the inexpensive analogues of the drug Sinekod with the same focus are:

• Omnitus in syrup.
• Codelac Neo (drops, tablets, syrup).
• Rengalin solution or tablets.
• Bronholitin syrup.
• Bronchitusen Vramed in liquid form.

Any listed remedy should be prescribed only by a doctor, since it has its own characteristics in structure, indications and dosage regimen.

Drug interactions with other drugs

According to the information provided in the official instructions, no chemical interactions have been registered between butamirate and other medicinal substances.

Treating dry cough:

Storage conditions

The manufacturer indicates that it is recommended to store the drug in a place inaccessible to children, at the optimal temperature - no higher than 30℃. The maximum service life if the lid is not opened is 5 years.

Side effects

With an uncontrolled increase in dosage or a negative reaction of the body to the active substances of the drug, the body’s condition may worsen. In order not to lead to the opposite effect, you need to know the side effects of Sinecode:

• the appearance of muscle pain;
• depression, mood changes;
• headaches and dizziness;
• stool disorders;
• nausea and vomiting;
• stomach pain.

Also, some people may experience allergic reactions to the active substances of Sinekod. In this case, the following may appear:

• red spots on the skin;
• itching;
• peeling.

If side effects from Sinecod occur, you should immediately consult your doctor. If the condition changes slightly after using the drug, you can try reducing the dosage.

Erespal or Sinekod

Erespal has a moderate antispasmodic and antihistamine effect. The drug perfectly relieves the cough center. It liquefies viscous sputum, eliminates bronchial spasms, and eliminates tissue swelling. This remedy is also used in otolaryngology.

If there is inflammation, then it is better to choose Erespal. And "Sinekod" is more suitable for a painful cough. It is not advisable to purchase products on your own to avoid side effects.

Thus, "Sinekod" is an effective medicine for the treatment of cough. It is enough to use it in appropriate dosages, then recovery will come quickly.

Contraindications

If a cough or other respiratory tract diseases occur, the specialist may not prescribe Sinekod. This is due to the existing contraindications to the use of this drug:

1. Doctors do not recommend taking pills, drops and syrup for children under 1 year of age. As a last resort, you can use drops after 2 months of age.
2. The syrup should not be drunk until 3 years of age. Dragee should not be given to children under 6 years of age.
3. Allergy to the components of the drug.
4. Presence of pulmonary hemorrhages.

You should also not use Sinekod in the first 3 months of pregnancy and during breastfeeding. This will be discussed in more detail below.

Dry nonproductive cough in infants

How does the drug affect the body?

The main active substance, as already mentioned, is butamirate. This compound does not belong to the group of opioids, and therefore does not have a narcotic effect. This component of the drug affects some areas of the medulla oblongata, namely those that provide the cough reflex. Thus, the drug quickly relieves a coughing attack. In this case, the medicine does not affect the respiratory center.

Moreover, the drug causes dilatation (widening) of the bronchi and reduces airway resistance. While taking the medicine, an improvement in oxygenation is also observed - the blood is saturated with more oxygen. Thus, the medicine normalizes breathing and prevents the development of hypoxia.

According to research results, after administration, this drug (in any form) is quickly absorbed by the walls of the gastrointestinal tract. The active substance quickly and almost completely binds to plasma proteins. The maximum concentration of butamirate is observed approximately 1-1.5 hours after taking the medicine.

In the body, the drug is converted to pharmacologically active metabolites. Hydrolysis of the active substance occurs in the blood. The drug is excreted by the kidneys in its original form or in the form of metabolites. The half-life is six hours. This medicine does not accumulate in body tissues, so the pharmacokinetics do not change upon repeated administration.

Instructions for use

Cough medicine Sinekod can be taken only after carefully reading the instructions. By observing the dosage, you can almost completely eliminate the risk of side effects.

Directions for use and doses

Dosages when taking the drug vary depending on the chosen dosage form.

Sinekod syrup

Children from 3 to 6 years old are recommended to take 5 ml 3 times a day. Children aged 6–12 years should take 10 ml of the product three times a day. Children over 12 years of age and adults need to consume 15 ml of syrup 3 times a day. In case of severe coughing attacks in an adult, the dosage frequency is increased by 1. The package with syrup comes with a special measuring cap with which you can measure the required amount of medicinal liquid.

Drops Sinekod

Children from 2 months to 1 year can take 10 drops 4 times a day. After 1 year and up to 3 years, the dosage increases to 15 drops. After 3 years, you can increase the amount of the drug used to 25 drops 4 times a day.

It is strictly forbidden to start taking Sinecod drops without consulting your doctor.

Possibility of treatment during pregnancy

If a barking cough or respiratory tract disease occurs during pregnancy, doctors prohibit the use of Sinekod in the first 3 months. This is due to the fact that the active substances of the drug can negatively affect the development of the fetus. During the first trimester, it is prohibited to take many medications due to the risk of harming the body as it undergoes reconstruction.

If we talk about the lactation period, there is no scientific evidence that Sinekod can harm the baby. However, doctors advise stopping feeding your baby while using the remedy for dry cough.

Use of the drug Sinekod during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Since it is completely impossible to answer positively or negatively regarding the negative effects of the drug Sinecod, it must be taken with extreme caution, taking into account any negative consequences. In order to avoid many unpleasant consequences, it is necessary to exclude the use of Sinecod in the first trimester of pregnancy. And also in the second and third trimesters of pregnancy, it is important to avoid taking an antitussive drug, since no effect of such a drug on the pregnant woman’s body has been detected. As for women who are breastfeeding infants, in this case there is no particular need to stop taking Sinecod if the use of the drug is important for treatment. But it should be taken into account that there are some points that require immediate cessation of taking the medication, in particular when its use can somehow negatively affect the child’s health.

Overdose

The instructions contain separate information that an overdose is possible when children use Sinecod. If the recommended dosage is exceeded, the general condition may significantly worsen. The first symptoms of an overdose are drowsiness, general weakness, worsening mood. Nausea may occur, but rarely leads to vomiting. It is extremely rare to experience a decrease in blood pressure and loss of consciousness.

If an overdose occurs, the child or adult must be urgently taken to the hospital. Doctors will perform gastric lavage and prescribe the use of sorbents. They will quickly bind the remaining particles of the drug and remove them from the body.

Overdose symptoms

Cost of drugs

Buying medicine will not be difficult. It can be easily found in almost every pharmacy. After all, an effective drug is widely in demand by patients suffering from respiratory diseases.

You will be pleasantly surprised by the cost of the medicine “Sinekod”. Drops, the average price of which is 377 rubles per bottle containing 20 ml, are not considered expensive drugs.

The same can be said about syrup. Purchasing a bottle (100 ml) will cost the consumer 241.50 rubles.

Of course, it is more profitable to buy 200 mg Sinekod syrup. The price of such a bottle in retail pharmacies is 390.42 rubles.

special instructions

When using syrup, dragees or Sinecod drops, there are special instructions. Since this drug blocks cough, it should not be used together with expectorants. Also, the drops contain saccharinate, which acts as a sweetener. Due to this, they are often prescribed to people with diabetes.

It is not recommended to drive after using Sinekod. This cough suppressant may cause weakness and drowsiness, leading to loss of coordination and concentration.

Side effects

The drug extremely rarely causes significant side effects. The use of the drug consistently provokes drowsiness, lethargy and diarrhea. But it is worth considering that absolutely all cough medications cause similar symptoms, since they contain sedative and laxative components.

Patients with allergies have a high likelihood of developing a rash and minor swelling on the face. If such symptoms are detected, you must stop using the medication.

Sinekod drops are safer to use because they contain less alcohol components. They can be used to treat adolescents with allergies.

Drug price

Sinekod for cough can be bought at any pharmacy or online stores. It is very popular in the treatment of various respiratory diseases and can be used from an early age (drops). Price:

• syrup in 100 ml bottles - 200 rubles;
• 200 ml bottles cost approximately 300 rubles;
• drops in packages of 20 ml - up to 340 rubles.

The cost of this drug directly depends on the exchange rate of the country into which it is imported from Europe.

Buying medicine at a pharmacy

When to use?

In practice, it has been proven that Sinekod helps with coughs. It is especially effective for severe dry cough. Promotes the removal of sputum, expands the lumen of the branching of the windpipe, and localizes coughing attacks.

The drug is prescribed for:

• Whooping cough;
• Bronchitis;
• Pharyngitis;
• Burns of the nose and throat of a chemical nature;
• Cough that occurred after surgery;
• Inflammatory diseases of the bronchi and lungs.

The main active ingredient is butamirate. The component has a beneficial effect on the cough center located in the brain. Thus, the inflammatory process is eliminated, attacks are inhibited, the bronchi become wider, and breathing is easier.

The drug is mainly used as an addition to the main therapy. Combines well with antibiotics and physiotherapy. Inhalations and massage enhance the effectiveness of treatment.

Analogues of the drug

There are situations when the pharmacy does not have Sinekod, but you urgently need to take medicine for a dry cough. Also, this drug is not always prescribed to patients due to its contraindications and side effects. In such situations, it is necessary to look for analogues of the drug. In pharmacies you can find medications with identical effects:

1. Omnitus is considered a cheaper substitute for Sinecode. It has an anti-inflammatory effect and has expectorant properties. After its use, the blood is enriched with oxygen, making breathing easier. Omnitus is prescribed for various forms of cough and respiratory diseases. Dosage forms include syrup, drops and tablets. It is prohibited to use Omnitus during pregnancy. It should only be prescribed by a doctor after diagnosis. Also, children can start using the tablets after the age of six.
2. Codelac Neo - this drug is manufactured in Russia. The active component is butamirate. Blocks nerve impulses affecting the cough centers, and also relieves inflammation of the respiratory tract. 1.5 hours after use, there is a decrease in the number of urges to cough. It becomes easier to breathe. Duration of action - up to 12 hours. Drops can be used for children from 2 months. Codelac Neo is also available in tablet form. They are prescribed for the treatment of adult patients.
3. Stoptussin - this cough remedy contains 2 active substances in addition to additional components, these are butamirate and guaifenesin. The second active substance dilutes the accumulated mucus in the bronchi and removes it out. In pharmacies you can find 3 dosage forms of the drug Stoptussin - syrup, drops and tablets. The syrup additionally contains plantain and thyme extract. Recommended for various respiratory diseases, dry and wet cough. Doctors prohibit the use of Stoptussin in the first trimester of pregnancy and while breastfeeding. You can start giving drops to a child from the age of six months, syrup from a year and tablets only from 12 years.
4. Ascoril - has a three-component composition, which has both an expectorant and bronchodilator effect. Salbutamol contained in the composition reduces the number of spasms during dry cough. The mucolytic effect occurs due to the content of bromhexine. Guaifenesin, in turn, thins the accumulated mucus and removes it from the body. Recommended for use for tuberculosis, emphysema, bronchial asthma, whooping cough, and various forms of cough. Ascoril tablets can be given to children after the age of six.

There are other well-known analogues of Sinecode. These include Gerbion. This drug is of plant origin. It has a bacteriological effect and effectively relieves inflammation. Gerbion syrup is often recommended for smokers. Most often, it is prescribed in combination with other cough medications.

Also, you should pay attention to Bronholitin syrup. It effectively suppresses attacks of dry cough. When using it, the dosage must be strictly observed. This is due to the toxicity of the drug. It is recommended to use only for complex treatment.

Many people are familiar with licorice root syrup. It is called the Russian analogue of Sinekod. It differs from other drugs in its mild effect on the body and the absence of serious side effects. This is due to the low toxicity of the drug. Also, licorice root syrup has few contraindications. However, with a mild effect, licorice root syrup is not considered one of the effective cough remedies and is recommended only when treated with other drugs. You can find more expensive and cheaper analogues in pharmacies.

If your doctor has prescribed Sinekod for a cough or other respiratory system diseases, you need to carefully study the dosages and not exceed them. If side effects occur, you must immediately go to a hospital or clinic. Sinecod should not be mixed with expectorants.

Price and analogues of Sinecode

Sinekod is a medium price product.

You can purchase it at the following prices:

1. Dragee: 210-260 rubles.
2. Syrup: 250-410 rubles.
3. Drops: 320-425 rubles.

In pharmacies you can find analogues of Sinecode that have either a similar composition or an identical therapeutic effect.

List of the most popular drugs that can replace Sinekod.

Name	Short description	Price
Omnitus	A drug with a similar active ingredient contains a smaller dose of butamirate. Tablets or syrup.	180-230 rubles
Codelac Neo	Generic with the same release forms and dose of the active substance. It costs less, but is often accompanied by side effects.	150-275 rubles
Panatus Forte	A product with butamirate as a base, produced exclusively in the form of syrup. Completely similar to Sinekod syrup, but has a lower price.	190-250 rubles
Bronchoton	A combined drug in the form of syrup that relieves the cough reflex and inflammation. Has many side effects.	60-85 rubles
Stoptussin	A complex remedy that has a therapeutic and cough-suppressing effect. Tablets or drops.	150-350 rubles
Bronholitin	A herbal syrup that dilates the bronchi and reduces swelling. Contains an alkaloid and is considered toxic.	80-110 rubles
Ascoril	Syrup used for both dry and wet coughs. Has a pronounced mucolytic effect.	295-400 rubles
Tussicode	Belarusian syrup or drops for oral administration with a similar effect and low cost.	115-210 rubles
Grippocitron-broncho	Drops or syrup that thin sputum, relieve inflammation and turn off the cough reflex.	110-145 rubles
Bronchitusen Vramed	Combined cough syrup, which has many contraindications and adverse reactions. Quickly eliminates the symptom, but does not treat the cause.	110-135 rubles
Erespal	A complex remedy in the form of tablets or syrup that treats respiratory diseases.	250-415 rubles
Fluditek	A mucolytic drug that regenerates the mucous membrane and relieves the cause of cough. Sold in the form of adult and children's syrup.	350-380 rubles

The drug "Libexin"

The medicine has a local anesthetic and bronchodilator effect. It has a slight decrease in the activity of the respiratory center.

The medication is indicated for non-productive cough of any origin. The drug is prescribed for bronchopulmonary diseases occurring in the acute and chronic stages, which are accompanied by difficult sputum release.

"Libexin" is an effective analogue of "Sinekod", for children it is available in the form of syrup and can also be used from 2 years of age.

However, you can use the medicine only after consulting your doctor. The product has a number of contraindications. Among them: peptic ulcers, pathologies accompanied by increased bronchial secretion, cystitis, chronic glomerulonephritis, pregnancy.

a brief description of

The drug is a bronchodilator antitussive. It perfectly suppresses the excitability of the cough center and eliminates irritation of the mucous membranes. It has a bronchodilator, anti-inflammatory, and expectorant effect on the body. An undoubted advantage is easy and rapid absorption from the gastrointestinal tract.

The drug "Sinekod" (syrup, tablets and drops) is a centrally acting drug that is an excellent cough suppressant. This means that the drug does not affect the bronchi or lungs, but directly on the brain. To the area that is responsible for coughing. When a drug enters the body, the brain ignores impulses sent from the respiratory organs. Accordingly, he does not give a cough command.

What is better and how are they different?

Sinecode or Omnitus

These drugs have the same active ingredient, but Omnitus has a more pronounced therapeutic effect. It helps the outflow of phlegm, relieves inflammation and swelling. Omnitus has fewer side effects and also costs almost half the price.

The only disadvantage of the drug is that it cannot be used by children under 3 years of age.

Omnitus syrup for cough treatment

Stoptussin or Sinekod

Stoptussin is an antitussive medicine with mucolytic and anti-inflammatory effects. It is used in the complex treatment of respiratory diseases, has a lower price and is less likely to have contraindications.

Stoptussin is an affordable cough remedy

The downside of the product is that it cannot be taken by infants. The medicine is approved for children aged one year and older.

Sinecode or Codelac

Codelac is a generic version of Sinecod, characterized by a low price, similar release forms and similar contraindications. The drug is used for bronchitis, laryngitis, bronchial asthma and other diseases of the respiratory tract.

Despite the same dosage, taking Codelac is often accompanied by side effects.

Codelac is similar in composition to Sinekod

Tussicode or Sinecode

Tussikod is a Belarusian analogue of Sinekod, used for dry cough for various indications. This drug is not available in Russian pharmacies. Sinekod acts faster, causes dizziness and drowsiness less often, and is also approved for use in infants.

The only advantage of Tussicode is its low price.

Tussicode is produced in Belarus

Sinekod or Ascoril

Ascoril is a multifunctional drug in the form of syrup, used for both dry and productive coughs. It accelerates the liquefaction of sputum and speeds up its outflow, relieves inflammation, and also stops coughing.

Ascoril expectorant

This remedy has more adverse reactions and is less effective against nonproductive cough. But for treating respiratory diseases and getting rid of phlegm, this is the best option.

Erespal or Sinekod

Erespal is a complex drug used to suppress cough and treat respiratory diseases. It helps to get rid of not only the cough reflex, but also the cause of its occurrence. Used for dry and wet cough.

The disadvantages of Erespal are frequent allergic reactions to the drug, problems with the digestive and cardiovascular systems while taking it, as well as the impossibility of use by children under 2 years of age.

Erespal complex cough remedy

Sinecode or Bronholitin

Bronholitin is a herbal remedy containing an alkaloid that relieves a hysterical cough due to dilation of the bronchi and inhibition of the cough center. The drugs are approximately equal in speed of action.

Plant-based broncholithin syrup

The disadvantage of Bronholitin is its high toxicity. Exceeding the recommended dose of this drug is strictly prohibited.

Lazolvan or Sinekod

Lazolvan is a mucolytic drug. Unlike Sinekod, it does not suppress cough, but helps to liquefy and eliminate mucus from the bronchi. Lazolvan is used only for wet coughs, while Sinekod only helps with dry coughs.

These are drugs with different effects, so it is incorrect to compare them.

Lazolvan removes mucus from the bronchi

Nebulizer - an effective medical device

Increasingly, doctors recommend using synecode and inhalation with saline using a nebulizer. Not so long ago, this device could only be found in a medical center or clinic. But thanks to the development of medical technology and pharmaceuticals, such devices, compact and inexpensive, have become available for free sale. To buy such equipment, you need to go to any pharmacy or place an order in a specialized store. The devices come with everything you need to immediately begin treatment.

Reviews

Most patients note a positive effect from the use of the drug Sinekod. Many note that within half an hour, attacks of dry cough are suppressed and do not occur for 6-8 hours. For young children, doctors recommend using Sinekod drops, which, however, are also suitable for adults. Most people read that the drug does a pretty good job of suppressing coughing attacks. Although there are also negative reviews that report that the medicine is completely ineffective and does not lead to positive dynamics and recovery of the patient. In some cases, adverse reactions of the body were observed in the form of rash, vomiting, nausea and diarrhea, but this is due to the characteristics of the body.

Most parents believe that constant suppression of cough can lead to accumulation of sputum in the bronchi, which can subsequently lead to the development of pneumonia. Therefore, if this drug is used, it is only in particularly difficult situations, when a dry cough prevents the child from sleeping and eating normally. Since the remedy is quite strong, its use can only be recommended for children by a doctor.

Description: Composition and release form of the drug Sinekod. Action of the drug. Indications for use in various diseases. Contraindications and side effects of Sinecode during the treatment of dry cough. Features of taking tablets, drops and syrup. Recommended dosage of the medicine for adults and children. Analogues and cost of the product. Reviews from patients regarding the effectiveness of the drug.

Advantages of the method

The main advantage of inhalation with a nebulizer is the ability to ensure the direction of the active therapeutic substance to the affected internal organs, bypassing the circulatory system and digestive organs. For relief, drops or syrup are taken orally.

It is necessary to use synecode and perform inhalations with saline solution to achieve the following results:

• Ensure expansion of narrowed bronchi;
• Ensure more efficient oxygen saturation of the blood;
• Make breathing easier and freer by reducing the degree of bronchial resistance.

Positive property of the medicine

It is especially worth dwelling on one more beneficial effect on the body. The drug does not cause dependence or addiction to it at all. Most medications that can suppress cough are made from opiates - narcotic substances. These drugs are not harmless when taken uncontrolled.

Thanks to its composition, the medicine “Sinekod” does not cause such concern at all. For children, this remedy is the most optimal. After all, the drug only affects the cough center. It does not affect the functioning of other brain areas at all.

Top 5 analogues

Sinekod syrup is not always suitable for adults and children. If you are intolerant to a particular cough medicine or the price is too high, you can use substitutes that use the same or a different active ingredient.

Top 5 analogues of Sinecode:

1. Omnitus. The composition of the drug is similar to Sinekod. The difference from the described medicine is only in the amount of excipients. The effectiveness of the medications is the same.
2. Bronchitusen Vramed. The basis of the corresponding syrup remains glaucine and ephedrine. Central inhibition of the cough reflex is achieved through the influence of opioids. Due to the greater number of adverse reactions, Bronchitusen Vramed is prescribed less frequently.
3. Codelac. Another opioid-based medication. The active ingredient is codeine. The medicine has a powerful antitussive effect, but can cause a number of adverse reactions.
4. Stoptussin Phyto. Syrup containing only plant ingredients. The drug helps eliminate all types of cough. Efficiency is inferior to Sinekod.
5. Erespal. Herbal syrup based on thyme and plantain. Effectively reduces local inflammation and accelerates recovery of a patient with respiratory pathology.

The choice of medications to replace the described syrup is carried out on an individual basis. The different mechanisms of action of drugs necessitate a careful assessment of the patient's condition.

Reviews about the drug

Like any medicine, this remedy causes conflicting opinions. Most consumers praise the drug "Sinekod". Their reviews indicate a quick cure for dry cough. The drug can help even with very severe symptoms. Many patients whose cough kept them awake at night and who had a sore throat note that taking the medicine alleviated the condition almost immediately. Consumers who have undergone surgical interventions also cannot get enough of the Sinekod product. Reviews of postoperative patients who cannot cough so that the stitches do not come apart testify to the medicine as the only means of salvation.

What is put in contrast to a positive opinion? Some patients notice that the drug could not help them, sometimes they even try to warn others. Such consumers characterize the product as ineffective and capable of leading to serious complications. However, they add that the medicine was taken without a doctor’s prescription. As noted above, the drug "Sinekod" should be used only for dry cough. Otherwise, the patient will receive a “bouquet” of complications instead of the long-awaited relief. It is precisely these consequences that consumers dissatisfied with the medicine signal.

The drug "Sinekod" or "Omnitus": which is better during pregnancy

There are drugs on the modern market that are analogues of Sinekod, containing the same active substance and drugs similar in their principle of action.

Analogues with a similar substance:

To understand which drug is better to choose, you need to understand what their differences are. The instructions for use note that all products are antitussive and contain the same active substance - butamirate. They have the effect of dilating the bronchi, inhibiting the cough reflex and helping to saturate cells with oxygen.

"Omnitus", unlike "Sinekod", does not come in drops and is not intended for children under 3 years of age. Therefore, Sinekod is preferable for pediatrics.

A significant difference between the 2 drugs is the dosage of the active substance. There is 2 times more of it in Sinecode. But in terms of pricing policy, Omnitus wins, which is twice cheaper than its counterpart.

The differences between Sinikod and Codelac Neo are significant in price. The latter drug is cheaper, about 100 rubles. In terms of other characteristics, they are almost identical.

Reviews about Sinecode are in most cases positive. People note the effectiveness of the drug and the ability to lead a normal life after a short period of time. Many referred to the bitter taste, but this deficiency was compensated for by the rapid relief of the cough reflex.

There are also negative opinions among consumers, in the absence of positive results.

"Sinekod" is a drug that stops the cough reflex; it should not be taken for a wet cough with sputum discharge. If you have a cold and a severe, painful, dry cough, you can take Sinekod only until the mucus begins to drain, then the drug is discontinued.

Drug overdose

Such situations are rare. However, you should remember what to do if an overdose is provoked. It can be signaled by symptoms such as nausea, headache, bowel movements, vomiting, dizziness, decreased blood pressure, loss of consciousness.

In this case, it is necessary to rinse the stomach. It is advisable to use enterosorbents: Enterosgel, Polysorb, activated carbon. In addition, it is advisable to take a laxative. Doctors recommend taking measures aimed at maintaining the activity of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems.

How much does Sinekod cost?

Currently, Sinekod can be purchased at almost any pharmacy. The drug is widely used to treat patients suffering from respiratory diseases.

The average price of a medicine is:

— Sinekod syrup in 100 ml bottles – 185 – 200 rubles.

— Syrup in 200 ml bottles – 310 – 320 rubles.

— Drops in bottles of 20 ml – 320 – 335 rubles.

The article above and comments written by readers are for informational purposes only and do not encourage self-medication. Consult a specialist regarding your own symptoms and illnesses. When taking any medicine, you should always use the instructions that come with the medicine and your doctor's advice as a guide.

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The drug is taken orally for no more than 7 days, half an hour before meals. In this case, the age indicator must be taken into account. The individual dosage for each patient is determined by the attending physician. There is a general treatment plan.

"Sinecode drops" - instructions for use:

• infants from two months to one year are prescribed 40 drops in 4 doses. They are diluted in warm water or milk;
• for children from one to three years old, the dosage is 15 drops 4 times a day;
• Patients over three years old should take 25 drops 4 times a day.

Instructions for using Sinekod syrup are as follows:

• For young patients from three to six years old, the daily dose is 15 ml, which is divided into 3 doses;
• for children from six to twelve years old, calculate 30 ml for 3 doses;
• adolescents over twelve years of age take 15 ml 3 times a day;
• Adults should drink Sinekod syrup 4 times a day - 15 ml.

Required dosage in tablets:

• for children from six to twelve years of age, the possible dose is 2 tablets per day;
• for adolescents over twelve years of age, 1 tablet 3 times a day is recommended;
• adults should take 2 tablets 3 times a day.

The medication should be protected from light at room temperature away from children. The shelf life depends on the form of release. It can be 3 or 5 years.

Directions for use and doses

The instructions for the drug Sinekod for children suggest that you familiarize yourself only with standard doses of the medicine. Only a doctor, after making a final diagnosis, will be able to select an individual treatment regimen, which will depend on the age of the child and the characteristics of his body. The instructions provide the following dosages of the drug for children:

Sinekod syrup

Intended for children over 2 years of age.

1. From 3 to 6 years - 5 ml three times a day.
2. From 6 to 12 years - 10 ml 3 times a day.
3. Children over 12 years old - 15 ml 3 times a day.

Along with the bottle, the package contains a measuring cup, which prevents parents from making mistakes with the dosage of the medicine. It is recommended to take the drug 30 minutes before meals.

Drops Sinekod

Intended for children from 2 months of age.

1. From 2 months to 1 year – 10 drops three times a day.
2. From one to 3 years - 15 drops 4 times a day.
3. From 3 to 12 years - 25 drops twice a day.
4. Children over 12 years old: 25 drops 4 times a day.

Disadvantages of the drug

With all the obvious advantages, even such an effective remedy has a number of disadvantages that you should be aware of.

The drug has a number of contraindications. It cannot be used:

• for pulmonary hemorrhages;
• children under three years of age;
• during pregnancy;
• people with fructose and sorbitol intolerance.

You should also be aware that the product contains some ethanol.

That is why it should be used with caution by people prone to drug addiction, as well as those with brain diseases, patients with epilepsy or patients with serious liver problems. Allergic reactions occur less frequently

Their appearance is possible with special sensitivity to individual components of the drug.

The use of Sinecode in any form in the 1st trimester of pregnancy is strictly prohibited; in the future, it can be prescribed if there is an urgent need at the discretion of the attending physician. The specialist prescribes this drug based on the appropriateness of its use.

There is currently no information about the penetration of the active substance into breast milk. Still, do not take risks with taking the drug while breastfeeding your baby. This issue should be resolved exclusively by a specialist. Because of safety for the pregnant woman and her unborn child, the doctor must weigh the benefits of taking the medicine against the possible consequences. The medicine is prescribed only when the benefit of use is higher than the risk of complications.

When testing the drug on animals in the laboratory, it was found that it does not have a negative effect on the developing fetus, but there is no information of this kind about humans.

Procedures aimed at maintaining normal cardiac and respiratory activity may be prescribed by a doctor.

In rare cases, Sinekod can cause drowsiness.

The drug should be kept in such a place that it is inaccessible to children. Unfortunately, the bottle does not provide protection, and the child is quite capable of opening it on his own. An overdose of the drug may occur, because children take it with pleasure because it tastes good. Therefore, parents need to put the syrup away.

Remember: Sinekod does not help against a wet cough!

Analogs

If drops, tablets or syrup are contraindicated, it is recommended to choose another expectorant. There are many analogues in modern pharmacology, but it is better to be guided not by prices and instructions, but by the general recommendations of the attending physician. Here's how you can replace treatment with Sinekod:

1. Codelac Neo;
2. Erespal;
3. Omnitus;
4. Stoptussin;
5. Fluditek;
6. Libexin;
7. Ascoril;
8. Panatus Forte.