Rengalin cough tablets composition, review of instructions, analogues and reviews of the use of the drug

Composition and release form

The medicine is produced in two forms, different in consistency:

1. Rengalin lozenges 20, 10 and 50 pieces in one cardboard package. The tablets themselves are presented in a flat-cylindrical shape and are almost white in color, and on one side there is an inscription of the drug in Latin letters - “RENGALIN”.
2. 100 ml transparent solution containing 120 mg of antibodies against morphine, bradykinin and histamine. Allowed for children from three years of age.

Active ingredients in 1 tablet:

• affinity purified antibodies to morphine – 6 mg*;
• affinity purified antibodies to histamine – 6 mg*;
• affinity purified antibodies to bradykinin – 6 mg*.

* – substances that, in the form of a combination of three active aqueous-alcoholic dilutions of the substance (10012, 10030, 10050 times), are applied to isomalt.

Active ingredients in 100 ml solution:

• affinity purified antibodies to morphine – 120 mg**;
• affinity purified antibodies to histamine – 120 mg**;
• affinity purified antibodies to bradykinin – 120 mg**.

** – substances introduced into the solution in the form of a mixture of three active aqueous dilutions of the substance (10012, 10030, 10050 times).

Auxiliary ingredients depending on the dosage form:

• tablets: isomalt, microcrystalline cellulose, anhydrous citric acid, magnesium stearate, sodium saccharin, sodium cyclamate, colloidal silicon dioxide;
• solution: purified water, anhydrous citric acid, potassium sorbate, glycerol, maltitol.

Forms of release and features of therapy

Rengalin is a Russian-made drug; it is produced by pharmaceutical companies. The medicine is available in two forms - lozenges and syrup for oral administration. They differ in the auxiliary components in their composition.

Parents of children prefer the drug in syrup form, since it is much more convenient for younger children to take. Not all three-year-old babies know how to dissolve tablets correctly. At the same time, it is much easier for mom to control the dosage of syrup rather than tablets, so the drug in the form of a solution is the most optimal for babies.

Solution (syrup) for oral administration

Rengalin solution is indicated for oral administration to patients suffering from dry or wet cough. In addition to the main three antibodies, the syrup contains maltitol, anhydrous citric acid, glycerol, as well as potassium sorbate and water. The solution is sold in a transparent bottle, which is packed in a cardboard box. Rengalin dosage in one bottle is 100 ml. The solution is approved for use by children over 3 years of age.

According to the instructions for use, the syrup must be taken in its pure form, without drinking water. It has a very pleasant smell and taste, thanks to which most children agree to try the solution without any argument. To achieve maximum effectiveness, the drug should not be swallowed immediately; it must be held in the mouth for 5–10 seconds.

The maximum concentration of Rengalin in the blood is observed when taken half an hour or 1 hour after a meal. The frequency of taking Rengalin is determined by the attending physician in accordance with the patient’s clinical picture. If the pediatrician has not recommended any regimen for using the medication, it should be taken as directed. Three-year-old children can take 5–10 ml (1–2 scoops) of the drug 2 times a day. The maximum daily dose for children over 3 years of age is 15–30 ml of Rengalin, divided into 3 doses.

The duration of the course of treatment with the drug is determined by the attending physician. According to the instructions, the duration of taking Rengalin should not exceed 10 days.

Lozenges

Rengalin tablets differ from syrup in their auxiliary components. These include 3 food additives, sodium cyclamate, MCC and saccharin. In pharmacies, Rengalin tablets are sold in cardboard packaging that contains 1, 2 or 5 blisters of 10 units of the drug. The appearance of the packaging may vary depending on the region of the country in which the medicine was manufactured. The tablets are white or pale yellow in color and have a flat-cylindrical shape.

According to the scheme, children with acute manifestations of diseases of the ENT organs, upper and lower respiratory tract need to take 1-2 tablets three times a day. They must be dissolved until completely dissolved, avoiding swallowing whole, therefore the drug in tablet form is recommended to be taken from 12 years of age. The tablets should not be taken with liquid or taken with food. The interval between doses should be 6–8 hours. When symptoms alleviate, the dosage should be reduced.

How to take Rengalin for children

The instructions for use of this drug contain generalized information about the dosage of the medication and the duration of therapy. How to take Rengalin syrup for children and adults is determined by the doctor in each individual case. It takes into account how the disease progresses, the patient’s age and the characteristics of his body. In addition, when prescribing such a medication, the doctor will give appropriate instructions about which drugs it is compatible with and which it is not.

To date, there is still no information on clinical studies on the compatibility of Rengalin with other medications. However, their simultaneous use should be carried out under the supervision of a doctor (this primarily applies to those cases when the drug is prescribed to small children). Often, during Rengalin therapy, an antibiotic and an antipyretic are prescribed simultaneously. This indicates good compatibility of these groups of drugs. In general, therapy with this drug is well tolerated by patients.

At what age can children be given Rengalin?

This medicine, like other drugs, has restrictions on its use. For this reason, it is quite logical for parents to ask Rengalin - at what age can it be given to children. The doctor will give detailed explanations on this issue. However, according to the accompanying instructions, this medication can be given to children over 3 years of age. For babies it is better to use syrup.

Certain restrictions also exist for pregnant women. Rengalin syrup-solution in such cases is rarely prescribed, as an exception. The reason for this is that to this day the effect of this drug on the fetus has not been fully studied, so it is difficult to talk about the safety of the drug. The decision on the appropriateness of the drug is made by the doctor. At the same time, during the treatment process, a woman must be under the supervision of a doctor so that at the right time a specialist can recognize warning signs and take appropriate measures.

Rengalin for children - dosage

A safe dose for children is 5 ml of syrup. This volume is equivalent to 1 teaspoon. If the doctor prescribed the drug to the child in tablet form, then only 1 pill can be given at a time. Rengalin syrup dosage for children varies somewhat depending on how teenagers need to take the medicine. For persons over 14 years of age and adults, Rengalin cough solution is prescribed 10 ml (or 2 tablets). Pills, like syrup, dissolve in the mouth.

How to give Rengalin to children?

The frequency of administration directly depends on the severity of the disease.

Rengalin can be prescribed to children according to the following scheme:

• in the first days of therapy - up to 6 times a day (but with the consent of the doctor);
• when improvement occurs - 3 times a day.

Rengalin - how many days can children take?

This medicine is consumed regardless of food intake. The duration of the therapeutic course depends on the stage of the disease and other characteristics of the little patient’s body. The doctor determines it: he knows how to take Rengalin syrup for children so that recovery occurs as soon as possible. According to the annotation, on average, therapy lasts about a week.

Review Reviews

Alexandra, 22 years old, Moscow: “I got a cold again and after that I suffered from a wet cough for a long time. To be honest, I even began to fear and suspect terrible pneumonia. After the examination, the doctor said that there was no inflammation, and it was simply a lingering cough, so he recommended Rengalin tablets. We were pleased with the pleasant taste of the medicine and its effectiveness. I stopped coughing after 3 days of taking it.”

Olga, 39 years old, St. Petersburg: “The Rengalin solution was prescribed by a pediatrician when a child (age 5 years old) fell ill. The inexpensive and effective drug pleased me with its taste. I noticed improvements in the child the next day. We were treated with the solution for 1 week, but the son stopped coughing on the fifth day. The product has virtually no side effects. To enhance its effectiveness, you should hold the liquid in your throat for a while and then swallow it.”

Andrey, 26 years old, Nizhny Novgorod: “The doctor diagnosed an allergic cough. Not every medicine can cope with such a disease. The doctor prescribed another drug, but after consulting with the pharmacist, he decided to buy Rengalin solution. I did not regret that I bought the medicine on the advice of the pharmacy worker. Took 3 times a day, 1 tsp. I was treated for a week."

Rengalin tablets

The drug is produced in Russia and is aimed at combating coughs of various types. Available in the form of absorbable tablets. The latter have the shape of a flat cylinder with a chamfer on one side of the mark. White tablets with the logos "MATERIA MEDIKA" and "RENGALIN".

The tablets contain the same antibodies as the solution in equal proportions (0.006 g) and auxiliary components. The main action is antitussive. Along the way, the drug affects:

• Inflammatory processes.
• Relieves swelling.
• Eliminates spasms.
• Prevents allergic reactions.

All these processes are carried out through the influence of antibodies on bradykinin and histamine. The analgesic effect is due to antibodies to morphine.

The drug is not a narcotic analgesic, so there is no difficulty breathing or drug dependence during therapy. It also does not cause drowsiness. Relieves the symptoms of pharyngitis, laryngitis, bronchitis (acute phase), relieving spasms.

Usually the drug is well tolerated by patients, with the exception of individual intolerance to the components.

Tablets are compatible with other drugs. In case of overdose, they can provoke dyspeptic disorders.

Compound

Both types of "Rengalin" contain antibodies to three compounds as active substances:

• to morphine;
• to bradykinin;
• to histamine.

They undergo special affinity purification and are applied to a substrate, which is maltitol in solution, and isomalt in tablets. The amount of each type of antibody in 100 ml of liquid “Rengalin” is 0.12 g, and in one tablet they contain 0.006 g.

The inactive components of the solution are glycerol and potassium sorbate, as well as purified water and citric acid. The tablet form also contains anhydrous citric acid. In addition, for a dense structure, magnesium stearate is added to this “Rengalin”, and the sweet taste of the drug is provided by saccharin and sodium cyclamate.

Instructions for use

When treating a child’s cough, any parents strive to choose the most effective option. But often the effectiveness directly depends on compliance with the rules and features of the reception. It’s worth pointing out right away that taking Rengalin depends on the form of release.

Syrup

The drug presented as syrup is prescribed every day at least three times. One dose is from 5 to 10 ml of solution. The prescribed dose depends on the complexity of the disease, its type and severity. Therefore, you should not prescribe treatment yourself. Only a professional doctor can do this.

Sometimes at the beginning of the disease the drug is prescribed more intensively. Daily intake can be up to 6 times.

To get the most effective results from treatment, it is worth remembering that the syrup should not be swallowed immediately. It is necessary to keep the drug in the mouth for some time.

Pills

The daily dose of Rengalin should be prescribed by a doctor and is 1-2 tablets 3 times a day. Rengalin tablets should not be bitten or swallowed whole. The drug is applied to the tongue and dissolves. You should also not take the tablets with liquid.

Age characteristics

The drug Rengalin is not prescribed to infants and children under three years of age. For patients of other ages, the frequency of administration and daily dose are prescribed by the attending doctor, and depend on the individual characteristics of the course of the cold.

special instructions

engalin in the form of tablets does not affect the ability to drive vehicles or operate other mechanisms that carry a potential danger.

Patients with diabetes mellitus should use the drug in solution form with caution. It must be remembered that each teaspoon of the product (5 ml) contains 0.3 g of maltitol

This indicator corresponds to 0.02 XE. In order for the body to metabolize the substance, insulin is required. However, due to slow hydrolysis and absorption in the gastrointestinal tract, the need for insulin is negligible.

The energy value of maltitol is 10 kJ, which corresponds to 2.4 kcal/g. This indicator is significantly lower than similar parameters inherent in sucrose. By doing the calculations, you can find out that one teaspoon of Rengalin in syrup form contains approximately 5.7 kJ or 1.37 kcal.

Experts have not studied the effect of Rengalin in syrup form on the ability to drive vehicles or operate dangerous machinery.

pharmachologic effect

Before you start using Rengalin, it is recommended that you familiarize yourself with how it acts on the patient’s body. The components that make up the drug activate the interaction of receptors with endogenous regulators. Thanks to this, regular use of the drug helps get rid of cough.

However, the medicine contains microelements that have not only an antitussive effect. The medicine also helps treat symptoms of allergies, inflammation, swelling and spasms. With prolonged use of Rengalin, the sensitive centers located in the thalamus begin to be inhibited. This slows down the speed of transmission of pain impulses to the brain several times, causing headaches to disappear.

The components of the drug, when entering the patient’s body, do not have a narcotic effect, and therefore, even after long-term use of Rengalin, signs of addiction do not appear.

Operating principle

While taking Rengalin, the following clinical effects are observed:

• reducing the duration and intensity of cough during the day, as well as at night;
• reducing the severity of inflammation in the respiratory tract;
• reduction of pain when coughing;
• elimination of swelling of the mucous membrane of the respiratory organs.

All of them are associated with the presence of antibodies to active substances in both forms of the drug. Such antibodies are able to influence the corresponding receptors - bradykinin, histamine and opioid. The result of this influence will be the following processes:

• the excitability of the brain in the area of ​​the cough center decreases;
• impulses to the brain from peripheral receptors are blocked, which prevents the cough reflex and reduces pain;
• the muscles of the bronchial tree relax (spasm is eliminated);
• the symptoms of an allergic reaction are smoothed out.

Rengalin for children analogue

The modern pharmacological market offers many different means that help relieve discomfort. Rengalin syrup analogs have the following:

1. Codelac-Phyto
   is a solution containing components of plant origin. Reducing spasms is achieved by inhibiting the cough center.
2. Neo-Codion
   – this drug is based on camphosulfonate.
3. Bronholitin
   is a solution that contains glaucine. This substance acts on the cough center, thereby reducing spasms.
4. Glycodin
   is a mucolytic drug. This medication helps to cope with coughs of various etiologies.
5. Bronchicum
   is a syrup with an expectorant effect. This medicine belongs to herbal medicines: it contains thyme extract and menthol.
6. Cofanol
   is a solution that has an antiallergic, expectorant and at the same time antitussive effect.
7. Sinekod
   is a drug that copes with attacks of various etiologies. This medication is not addictive. Drops can be prescribed to small patients from 2 months of age.
8. Bronchocin
   is a drug that affects the nervous and respiratory systems, stopping coughing attacks.

Use during pregnancy

The drug is prescribed to pregnant women only if the benefit to the expectant mother exceeds the harm to the developing embryo, since clinical trials on pregnant women have not yet been conducted.
However, given the presence of highly purified antibodies in the composition, the drug is unlikely to have a negative effect on the body of the mother and the unborn child.

Patients with diabetes mellitus should approach taking the medicine with great caution, since every 5 ml of solution contains 0.3 g of maltitol, the processing of which requires the hormone insulin. The drug is compatible with other medications, so it can be safely used as part of complex therapy for colds and all kinds of allergic diseases

The drug is compatible with other medications, so it can be safely used as part of complex therapy for colds and all kinds of allergic diseases.

It does not affect the effectiveness of antibiotics and antivirals, which makes it an excellent remedy for eliminating one of the most unpleasant symptoms of acute respiratory infections, cough.

In addition, the medicine does not cause drowsiness, therefore, after taking it, it is not prohibited to drive a car or work with mechanisms that require increased attention.

This solution is one of a kind and has no complete analogues. Only Rengalin tablets are an exact copy in terms of the content of active ingredients. However, they have a similar effect:

1. Neo-Codion is an antitussive drug based on camphosulfonate, which affects opioid receptors in the peripheral nervous system and reduces the severity of the cough reflex.
2. Bronchicum is an expectorant of plant origin that helps reduce the intensity of the cough reflex, eliminate rawness in the throat, nasopharynx, etc. Often it and Rengalin are prescribed together for severe coughs.

Also have antitussive effects:

• Terpincode;
• Codelac;
• Stoptussin;
• Tussin;
• Glycodin;
• Bronholitin, etc.

Rengalin cough medicine instructions

The indications for this drug are listed above. This medicine should only be taken orally.

The peculiarity of this medication in the form of tablets and syrup is that it does not need to be washed down. To treat paroxysmal cough, an adult is recommended to use the drug in tablet form. It must be kept in the mouth until it is completely dissolved. A single dosage of this product is one tablet.

How should I use Rengalin for children (cough syrup)? The instructions state that the dose of such a medicine must be determined using a measuring spoon. To treat the respiratory system, it is enough to give a child 5 ml of the drug twice or thrice a day.

As for the dosage of tablets, it depends on the age of the person and the severity of his illness. According to the instructions, you need to dissolve about 3 tablets per day.

To achieve the proper therapeutic result, you should definitely visit a doctor before using this product.

In severe conditions, the patient is recommended to take about 4-6 tablets per day.

Rengalin - side effects

If you strictly follow the doctor's instructions, the therapy is well tolerated in most cases. However, sometimes Rengalin provokes side effects. The following complications occur most often:

• nausea;
• skin itching;
• hives;
• rashes.

It is important to follow the dosage. If the patient exceeds the maximum permissible single dose, unpleasant symptoms may occur. Rengalin cough syrup for children in case of overdose can provoke the following clinical picture:

• vomit;
• feeling of heaviness in the abdomen;
• belching;
• heartburn;
• loose stool.

Rengalin syrup

Russian anti-cough drug. It is produced as a solution, presented in the form of a colorless, transparent liquid, slightly sweetish-sour in taste. Therefore, the solution is considered a syrup. It has virtually no odor. Placed in glass vials, 100 ml each.

The emulsion contains three main components - antibodies to substances that excite allergic reactions, coughs of various types, and pain. They are protein components that are sensitive to a number of organic compounds:

• Morphine.
• Bradykinin.
• Histamine.

In the syrup, these antibodies have an equal ratio (0.12 g). They are supplemented with maltitol, citric acid, glycerol. There are flavors and sweeteners available that improve the taste of the solution.

The effect of the drug extends to:

1. Reducing the intensity of the attack, its duration, especially at night.
2. Elimination of swelling of mucous membranes.
3. Minimizing the pain that occurs when coughing.
4. Elimination of the inflammatory process.

If the rules for using the drug are followed, Rengalin syrup is well tolerated by patients. But, in exceptional cases, it can cause:

• Nausea.
• Itching of the skin.
• Rash in the form of urticaria.

Children after 3 years of age may experience vomiting, a feeling of heaviness in the epigastric region, diarrhea, belching, and heartburn.

Rengalin - contraindications

It is not always advisable to use this drug. Rengalin syrup has contraindications. According to the instructions, this remedy is strictly prohibited for persons who have an intolerance to one of the components (either the main one or the auxiliary one). It manifests itself as an allergic reaction that was observed last time when using the same medication or a drug with a similar composition. Rengalin syrup is contraindicated in the following cases:

• age up to 3 years (the effect of this drug on infants and slightly older children has not yet been studied);
• diabetes mellitus type I or II.

Use of the drug in the treatment of children

Rengalin cough tablets for children are fundamentally no different in composition from tablets produced by the pharmacological industry for adults. This is due to the fact that it does not contain harmful components in its composition. In any case, it is worth remembering that it is not recommended to treat a cough with it before the age of 3 years.

But the dosage regimen has some limitations. For example, children aged 3–6 years can take no more than 5 ml of the described drug at a time. If a young patient is 6–12 years old, he can take 10 ml of the drug.

In this case, parents in any case need to monitor their children so that they take the medicine correctly. The fact is that the tablet here is not taken orally, but dissolves. If this is not done, the therapeutic effect from it will be minimal. Therefore, it makes sense for children to replace tablets with lozenge powder.

In any case, this medicine should be used only on the recommendation of the attending physician. Rengalin alone cannot eliminate the cause of cough, and complex therapy will have to be used for this, which includes drinking plenty of fluids, antibiotics and antipyretics. In addition, it is quite possible that you will need inhalations. In this case, self-medication will not only not give the desired effect, but can also significantly worsen the child’s condition.

If for some reason a child has contraindications to the use of the drug, he may be prescribed an analogue. Codelac-Fito, made with medicinal herbs, can be such an analogue. It has a milder effect, but also reduces the likelihood of a coughing attack and accelerates the secretion of mucus in the bronchi.

Do not forget to isolate the sick child from contact with other children for the entire period of treatment. After all, it is necessary to protect his health and protect his peers from illness. To do this, the child is placed in a separate room, which will need to be periodically disinfected and ventilated.

Use of the drug during pregnancy and after, in the first years of the baby’s life

Before deciding whether to take Rengalin during pregnancy, pregnant women and their doctor should compare the potential benefits and the possible threat of developing negative consequences and negative effects on the fetus.

There are no reviews on the Internet about the use of the drug while expecting a baby and breastfeeding, which indicates that there is no practice of using this drug in these cases. Doctors cannot answer unequivocally whether Rengalin is suitable for pregnant women, because there are not enough clinical trials to determine the safety of its use in pregnant women and during lactation.

The possibility of using the drug during different periods of pregnancy and during breastfeeding is determined by the doctor.

Application of syrup and tablets

The doctor prescribes and adjusts the dose of Rengalin for patients of any age category. When choosing a medicine, the course of the disease, symptoms, age of the patient, and the individual characteristics of his body are taken into account. Parents whose children suffer from diseases accompanied by cough are interested in how to take medicine for their children. According to doctors, the method of using the medicine depends on the pharmaceutical form.

Young patients are often prescribed syrup. The liquid form of the drug is easier to use and control the dosage, since babies do not yet know how to dissolve and swallow pills. However, the solution should not be swallowed immediately; in order for the drug to be more effective, you need to hold it in your mouth for 3–5 seconds. The daily dosage of Rengalin for children is from 5 to 10 ml three or four times a day. Patients 3 years of age should not take the medicine more than 2 times in 24 hours.

Parents are interested in the question of how many days they need to take the medicine in the form of syrup. The final dose and duration of the course for the child is determined by the pediatrician. Adult patients take 10 ml of solution three times. If necessary, the doctor will increase the dose of medication. If the disease is severe, then drink the solution about 6 times in 24 hours.

Rengalin is prescribed to pregnant and lactating women only for medical reasons. This is due to the fact that the effect of the drug on patients in this age category has not been studied.

For the dosages taken, it does not matter when the patient ate food, that is, the medicine is allowed to be taken at any time. Rengalin tablets are dissolved in the mouth until they melt

Chewing or immediately swallowing the pill is not recommended. The medicine can be taken before or after meals.

The dosage of tablets for children is 1 or 2 pieces three times in 24 hours. It is recommended to maintain the same interval between doses. With intense cough, the frequency of use of tablets increases up to 6 times. When the patient's condition improves, the dose of medication is reduced. After the disappearance of the main symptoms, the medication is interrupted. Taking Rengalin to treat a child is allowed only after the approval of the pediatrician. Doses, frequency of use and duration of the therapeutic course are also determined by the physician.

Pharmacological properties

When coughing attacks occur, some expect that the symptoms will go away without much intervention, while others are looking for the most effective means. Doctors say that one or another sign of a cold should not be ignored. Otherwise, you will have to deal with unforeseen complications.

The effective drug Rengalin will help cope with the manifestations of a dry or wet cough. What he really is?

Rengalin for cough, as the instructions indicate, is an antitussive medication that has the effect of:

• antispasmodic;
• analgesic;
• antiallergic;
• anti-inflammatory;
• decongestant.

The composition of the drug includes groups of antibodies that are resistant to:

• morphine;
• bradykinin;
• histamine.

The use of cellulose and saccharin with citric acid, magnesium stearate and other substances is provided as additional components.

The medicine Rengalin, by reducing the excitability of the main parts of the cough reflex, thereby suppresses it, according to the instructions for use. As a result of inhibition of pain sensitivity centers located in the thalamus, pain brain impulses are successfully blocked.

This remedy differs from many other antitussives in that it does not have some negative characteristics.

The following properties are meant:

1. Respiratory function is not depressed.
2. A patient who drinks Rengalin does not develop an addiction to it (an important condition is strict adherence to the dosage).
3. The drug has no narcotic or hypnotic effects on the body.

Rengalin is a medicine that the manufacturer prepares in the form of:

• tablets;
• syrup.

The tablet remedy is useful for the treatment of both non-productive and wet cough. Lozenges can relieve attacks in the shortest possible time. To purchase at a pharmacy, you do not need to present a prescription.

One contour cellular packaging holds ten tablets. A cardboard box may contain one, two or five packages, which are accompanied by an annotation.

Cough syrup, which is better called a solution, has established itself as a medicine that has a milder effect. If you choose between this form and the tablet form, it is preferable to give Rengalin solution to children, although the drug is often prescribed to adult patients. For the dosages taken, it does not matter when the patient took the food, that is, treatment is carried out at any time.

The liquid form of release is colorless and is consumed regardless of food intake. A prescription for medicine in the form of syrup is also not needed. One bottle contains 100 ml. The package along with the drug contains a measuring spoon for precise dosing of the mixture.

Comparison of methods of application and dosages

Rengalin tablets - application

Rengalin can be prescribed as a separate cough medicine or in combination with other drugs with anti-inflammatory and antihistamine effects. If the doctor prescribes this medicine, then he explains how to take Rengalin. All information about the use of tablets, dose and frequency can be found in the annotation. It says that the tablets are taken regardless of food intake. They are placed in the mouth and dissolved until completely dissolved.

Rengalin - dosage

If Rengalin is prescribed, the drug is used according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Depending on the patient’s condition, the doctor decides what dose of medication is required:

1. If the patient has a non-productive, annoying cough that causes pain in the sternum and throat, the doctor may prescribe Rengalin in the amount of 1-2 tablets 4-6 times a day.
2. As sputum discharge improves, the number of doses is reduced to three times a day.

How to take Rengalin - before or after meals?

Often patients are concerned about how to take Rengalin tablets. This question arises because many medications depend on the timing of meals. This approach is due to the fact that many medications have a negative effect on the gastric mucosa if taken before meals. Rengalin has a gentle effect on the gastrointestinal tract, so it can be taken regardless of food intake.

How long to take Rengalin?

The duration of taking Rengalin is determined by the patient’s general health, the severity of the disease and individual characteristics. Rengalin has a positive effect by the end of the first day of taking the tablets. A noticeable effect is observed on the third day of treatment with the drug. Residual and slight dry cough may disappear after three days of taking the medicine. If the cough does not go away, Rengalin can be taken for about 10 days. Lack of effect within five days is an indication for changing the drug.

Mode of application

As indicated in the instructions, Rengalin should be taken between meals.

• The standard dosage of medication in tablets is 3-4 tablets per day. The duration of treatment is determined by a specialist. The doctor may prescribe an individual regimen for the use of Rengalin. Lozenges should be kept in the mouth until completely dissolved. As a rule, treatment begins with a maximum dose (6 pieces), which is gradually reduced after the patient’s condition improves.
• In liquid form, the drug is taken 4 times a day. To achieve the best result, you need to hold it in your mouth for about 30 seconds. If there is no prescribed regimen, then 5-10 ml is the standard dose of Rengalin. Giving syrup to children is much more convenient, since the tablet can be accidentally swallowed right away.

Homeopathic remedy can be used along with traditional methods of treatment

It is important to observe the correct intervals between medication doses. For coughs, infusions of chamomile, mint, marshmallow, rosehip, oregano, linden blossom and thyme may be useful.

At what age can you give it to children and how to do it?

Rengalin is prescribed to children over 3 years of age in the form of a solution, because it is difficult to explain to a child the need for complete resorption of the tablets.

Important Notes for Parents

Rengalin for children is prescribed by a doctor, because the dosage is selected individually in each particular case. The child is given a suspension of 5-10 ml, which approximately corresponds to 1-2 tsp, 2-4 times a day, unless your pediatrician has prescribed a different regimen.

Indications for use

As already noted, the drug Rengalin has a complex therapeutic effect in the treatment of various colds. Very often, the drug is prescribed for the treatment of influenza, ARVI, even if they are in the chronic stage of development.

The drug is also prescribed for the treatment of:

• Chronic bronchitis.
• Acute pharyngitis.
• Laryngotracheitis.
• Allergies that have a cough as a symptom.
• Obstructive laryngitis.

Thanks to taking the drug, the patient’s general condition improves and the main symptoms of cough disappear. Rengalin not only helps to cope with acute and complex coughing attacks, but also significantly speeds up the process of treating any cold.

Description of dosage forms

Rengalin for cough is available in tablets and solution. The pills are dissolved, and the solution is taken orally. The medicine contains the following components.

Pills:

• antibodies to histamine, bradykinin, morphine;
• food additive E593;
• MCC;
• magnesium stearate;
• food additive E330;
• E551;
• sodium cyclamate;
• saccharin.

Syrup:

• antibodies to histamine, bradykinin, morphine;
• maltitol;
• glycerol;
• potassium salt of sorbic acid;
• food additive E330;
• water.

The round, white pills are separated by a stripe in the middle. A solution is a clear liquid. The action of Rengalin is determined by the substances included in their composition, namely antibodies. They affect the nerve endings of the bronchi and lungs, eliminate inflammation and cough.

Properties of the drug:

• Rengalin is used for the complex treatment of diseases that are accompanied by cough.
• The medication suppresses the function of the cough center of the brain bulb and reduces the sensitivity of the receptors of the respiratory organs. As a result, the cough reflex is suppressed.
• The medicine eliminates the inflammatory process, swelling, relaxes the smooth muscles of the bronchi, relieves spasms, and exhibits an antihistamine effect.
• The drug demonstrates an analgesic effect by suppressing the pain center in the thalamic region of the brain. After taking the medicine, pain impulses are interrupted, and as a result, pain in the lower airways disappears.

In addition, Rengalin eliminates allergy symptoms.

Analogues of the drug

The main analogue of Rengalin is Neo-Kodion, a cough medicine with the active ingredient camphosulfonate. But it is almost twice as expensive as Rengalin.

Another analogue is the herbal medicine Bronchicum, its active ingredient is menthol, thyme extract. In addition to eliminating cough, it reduces sore throat. The combined use of Rengalin and Bronchicum allows you to achieve a rapid therapeutic effect.

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In general, patients speak positively about the effect of the drug Rengalin. They claim that this drug quickly and effectively relieves both productive and non-productive coughs. Moreover, Rengalin tablets eliminate not only this symptom, but also the very cause of the disease.

Cost of medicine and similar drugs

How much does a product like Rengalin cost?
Its price is not very high and is approximately 210-215 rubles. If it is impossible to purchase this medication, it can be replaced with a similar product. So what exactly drugs act like Rengalin? Analogues of this medicine are sold in almost all pharmacy chains. Among them, the following are especially popular: “Bronholitin”, “Codelac-Phyto”, “Terpinkod”, “Codelmixt”, “Glycodin”, “Conderfin”. "Alex-Plus", "Kofanol", "Codelac", "Bronchocin".

What do patients say about the product in question? According to their reviews, this drug really helps cure productive and non-productive cough. Within a few days after the start of therapy, the patient feels significant relief.

Also, many consumers are pleased with the inexpensive cost of this medicine, its availability, as well as the possibility of use in children and replacement with analogues.

Rengalin is a complex antitussive homeopathic drug with anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antiallergic effects.

This is a relatively inexpensive domestically produced drug, which is widely prescribed not only for the treatment of adult patients, but also in pediatrics. Rengalin is often included in the treatment regimen for various pathologies of the lungs and bronchi, accompanied by cough.

The drug is produced by the Russian pharmaceutical company Materia Medica Holding. The drug is available in the form of tablets and oral solution (syrup).

Indications

The drug is prescribed for diseases that are accompanied by dry and wet types of cough. This may include:

• colds and flu infections;
• diseases of viral and bacterial origin in the form of pharyngitis, laryngitis, tonsillitis;
• allergic cough with bronchial asthma and hay fever;
• acute and chronic bronchitis;
• emphysema;
• pneumonia;
• obstructive chronic disease.

The medicine will be effective both at the early stage of the disease and when complications occur. Rengalin has many positive reviews, as it is one of the safest products with high effectiveness. It does not have a toxic effect on the liver and kidneys, thereby avoiding serious side effects. The instructions for Rengalin say that the syrup can be given to children over three years of age. But you shouldn’t take it yourself without a doctor’s advice.

Composition of the drug and principle of action

The drug contains 3 types of antibodies - to histamine, bradykinin and morphine, which can suppress cough. Rengalin's ingredients also include food additives, pure water, citric acid, glycerol, potassium sorbate and maltitol.

The drug enters the bloodstream through the intestinal wall. The effect of a combination of antibodies on histamine receptors, which are located in one of the parts of the brain, provides an antitussive effect. The active substances of Rengalin help suppress the cough reflex.

Due to its natural composition, the medicine does not cause addiction and does not affect the breathing rate of the small patient.

In addition, the drug does not affect the functioning of the liver and kidneys, making it one of the safest antitussives for children.

Many parents are interested in whether Rengalin is a homeopathic medicine. The drug cannot be classified in this medicinal category, since it contains active antibodies.

Alternative drugs

The pharmaceutical market offers a huge number of medicines that can replace Rengalin. Analogues have the same principle of operation, but differ in composition:

• Neo-Codion, based on camosulfonate, also eliminates cough. The disadvantage of this drug is that it costs 2 times more.
• Bronchicum based on menthol and thyme extract is presented in syrup. This medicine thins mucus and speeds up its discharge. The drug relieves pain, discomfort in the throat and nose, and reduces cough. Bronchicum is often combined with Rengalin. The cost of both products is practically the same.
• Codelac phyto in the form of a solution contains only plant components. After taking the drug, the elimination of bronchial secretions accelerates and the severity of cough decreases. The action of the drug is based on suppressing the cough center and reducing sputum production.
• Glycodin is a mucolytic drug that helps get rid of coughs of various origins.
• Cofanol exhibits an expectorant, antihistamine, and antitussive effect. In addition, this drug relieves pain, spasm, and inflammation.
• Bronchocin affects the respiratory and nervous systems, after which the cough disappears.
• Broncholitin is a combination drug based on glaucine that demonstrates a pronounced antitussive effect. The symptom disappears due to inhibition of the cough and respiratory centers.

If there are contraindications for the components of Rengalin, the pediatrician will select the most suitable analogue.

Analogs

The pharmacy kiosk does not always have the drug Rengalin; instead, pharmacists offer similar medicines with a similar composition:

1. Codelac-Phyto - refers to a combination product that has a pronounced expectorant effect. It consists of herbal ingredients that suppress the excitability of the cough center, and also eliminates a strong, incessant coughing attack. The established dosage will help eliminate the cough center and also reduce bronchial secretion.
2. Glycodin - refers to a combined type of drug. This drug has a pronounced bronchodilator and antitussive effect. Due to the presence of a complex effect, the product has a strong effect on the respiratory and nervous systems.
3. Cofanol - this type of drug has a pronounced expectorant, as well as antiallergic effect, as well as an antitussive effect. The drug has a central anticholinergic effect. Thanks to the product, it is easy to get rid of spasms, inflammation disappears, and there is also an analgesic effect.
4. Broncholithin - it belongs to the combined type of antitussive, it has a bronchoantiseptic as well as bronchodilator effect. The cough center decreases after the effectiveness of the ingredient - glaucine. This drug has a weak adrenoletic effect together with a bronchospasmolytic effect. After use, the medicine is not capable of causing addiction or dependence.

Glycodin

Codelac phytoKofanol Bronholitin >Price
Depending on the region of sale, the price may vary, the average cost of the drug is 200 rubles.

Side effects

Side effects may occur due to:

Side effects may occur due to individual drug intolerance

• hypersensitivity to antibodies caused by long-term use of the drug;
• negative effects of the components of the drug on the body;
• individual intolerance.

The nature and severity of side effects depend on the general state of health, the individual characteristics of the body and the presence of other diseases. If negative consequences occur, the dose of Rengalin used should be reduced to the minimum level at which the therapeutic effect continues to be present and the side symptoms disappear.

Nonspecific side effects of tablets include:

• allergic reaction, including allergic dermatitis;
• laryngo- or bronchospasm;
• dyspeptic disorders (nausea, vomiting);
• itching in the groin and axillary area;
• feeling of weakness and drowsiness (most often in children);
• Quincke's edema.

Features and contraindications

Instructions for use for dry coughs, as well as wet and spasmodic ones, indicate the following contraindications:

1. The drug is prohibited for patients with diabetes, especially insulin-dependent ones. The content of maltitol in tablets and solution increases its glycemic index.
2. To avoid risks from taking the medicine, it is better to abstain during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
3. The drug should not be taken by children under 3 years of age.
4. Allergic reactions are possible in case of intolerance to the components.

The main feature is that Rengalin is a homeopathic remedy, although this is not indicated on the packaging of tablets and solution. Only careful reading of the instructions will allow you to learn about the dilution of the active substance by more than 10,000 times.

Rengalin first aid for cough

Tablets for dry and wet cough Rengalin are a kind of “ambulance” designed to quickly alleviate the patient’s condition when a cough attack is taken by surprise. It is worth noting that the medicine effectively fights almost all types of cough. Not all cold medications can boast such versatility.

In any case, before starting treatment, you should first consult your doctor. The fact is that even completely harmless cough tablets may not be combined with other medications.

If we talk directly about the medicinal properties of Rengalin, then this modern antitussive remedy can defeat not only dry and wet coughs, but also its protracted and acute varieties. Due to this circumstance, many people prone to colds often carry pills with them. They usually cost no more than 200 rubles. Even a single use can stop the development of a cold at the initial stage.

Moreover, after taking it there are no signs of drowsiness, it is completely safe in its effect on the human body, and most mild colds are cured 100 percent with its help.

This drug usually contains the following antibodies:

• to bradykinin;
• histamine;
• to morphine.

This drug works comprehensively, it relieves the excitability of the cough center of the medulla oblongata. As a result, the work of the central parts of the cough reflex slows down, which makes it possible to alleviate the patient’s condition. In addition, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory and antiallergic effects are noted. Separately, it is worth mentioning its action as an analgesic, with the aim of relieving pain in the patient. That is, a person will not have to take several types of medications, since all their components will be contained in one tablet.

Analogs

Depending on the characteristics of the cough and its causes, the doctor may replace Rengalin with either another homeopathic medicine, a herbal remedy or an antitussive medicine. One of the following medications may be used instead of a solution or tablets.

"Stodal". Children like this homeopathic syrup for its pleasant caramel taste. It contains many homeopathic substances, among which are coccus cacti, bryonia, ipeca, drosera, pulsatilla and other ingredients. The main reason for using syrup is any type of cough, as is the case for using Rengalin. At the same time, you can give Stodal to children at any age, but first you need to discuss such treatment with your doctor.

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Instructions for use

Parents who are faced with a problem such as a child’s cough are interested in how to use the medicine so as not to harm the baby. First of all, it is worth saying that the use of Rengalin depends on the form of release.

Rengalin syrup is intended exclusively for oral administration. How to give medicine to a patient? The patient is prescribed to take the drug in the form of a solution three times a day, one dose - up to two teaspoons of syrup (5-10 ml). The dosage may vary depending on the severity of the disease and the patient's condition. In particularly severe cases, the doctor may recommend taking the solution more often for the first three days, up to 6 times a day.

The same rule must be observed when taking Rengalin tablets; they should not be bitten or swallowed. The tablet should be placed on the tongue and dissolved in the mouth until it is completely dissolved. Do not take the medicine with water or other liquid.

How to give Rengalin to infants? The drug is strictly prohibited for infants and children under three years of age. For other patients (children over three years of age, adolescents), the required dose of medication is prescribed by the attending physician, taking into account the patient’s age and well-being, and the severity of the disease.

Possible side effect

According to medical statistics, judging by the reviews of patients treated with the drug, Rengalin does not cause side effects, so it is often prescribed. The only exceptions are patients suffering from individual intolerance to one of the components of the medication. That is why, in order to avoid trouble, before taking the medicine it is necessary to study in detail the instructions for use of Rengalin, paying special attention to the section - the composition of the medicine.

A side effect may occur due to an overdose of the medicine or an incorrectly calculated dose. Side effects in this case will manifest themselves as dyspeptic symptoms. At the first signs of unwellness, you should stop taking the drug and consult a doctor for advice.

Who is the drug contraindicated for?

Rengalin is strictly prohibited for infants and children under three years of age. The drug is contraindicated in patients suffering from negative reactions to one of its components. For pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers, the medicine is prescribed only by the attending physician; in no case should you self-treat this category of patients with this medicine.

Drug interactions, side effects, overdose

According to the manufacturer of the drug, cases of incompatibility of Rengalin with other drugs have not been recorded. However, its simultaneous use with other drugs is best discussed with your doctor.

The product does not affect the therapeutic effect of antiviral, antitussive and antibacterial drugs, which makes it indispensable for ARVI, influenza, laryngitis, pharyngitis and other acute diseases of the upper and lower respiratory tract.

Despite the safety and lack of toxic effects on the child’s body, Rengalin can cause an allergic reaction. The risk of allergies is explained by the presence of three antibodies in the drug. In case of primary manifestations of an allergic reaction, the dosage of the medication must be reduced. If signs of allergy do not stop after 1-3 days, parents should consult a doctor.

Overdose of the drug is a very rare occurrence. It is encountered by mothers who do not follow the instructions for use and the recommendations of the attending physician. In isolated cases, the child may experience abdominal pain, upset, nausea and diarrhea. Treatment in this case is symptomatic - taking sorbents and large amounts of liquid.

Price

Rengalin, the price of which is 150 rubles. for 20 tablets, and 200 rubles. per bottle of solution , it is a fairly affordable medicine for most patients, so it is in great demand. You can buy it at any pharmacy without a doctor's prescription.

It is recommended to store Rengalin away from children in a dark place, the temperature of which should not exceed 25 degrees. The shelf life is 36 months; after its expiration, the drug is strictly prohibited from use.

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How to take: methods of administration and special instructions, analogues

Any drug format is taken orally . The tablets should be dissolved in the mouth until completely dissolved. There is no need to drink them.

The solution is taken orally in the required dosage. The medicine should be kept in the mouth for some time. This has a positive effect on its absorption.

The medication is used regardless of food . The duration of treatment depends on the severity of the disease.

The active ingredients included in the composition do not affect the coordination of movements.

If you have an individual intolerance to the components, you should consult a doctor to replace Rengalin with a drug of similar action.

Popular analogues are Codelac, Glycodin, Bronchocin and Cofanol .

In what cases is Rengalin appropriate?

A cough medicine such as Rengalin is prescribed to patients who have acute or chronic diseases. The product works well for dry as well as wet coughs that appear as a result of the development of a cold. The main thing is to start using the drug on time.

Rengalin, like all medicines, has indications for use. What ailment is this medication prescribed for?

Doctors prescribe it to patients suffering from:

• influenza, ARVI;
• acute pharyngitis;
• laryngotracheitis;
• acute obstructive laryngitis;
• chronic bronchitis.

The list can be supplemented with many more respiratory diseases that are inflammatory or allergic in nature.

Sometimes treatment with Rengalin should be avoided. There are contraindications that are not recommended to be ignored.

This is about:

1. High level of sensitivity to active ingredients.
2. Up to 3 years of age. Since the effect of the drug in children under 3 years of age has not been fully studied, doctors are trying to replace it with other drugs that are more suitable for a particular patient.
3. Carrying a child. In this case, doctors have not yet fully figured out the effect of the drug on the fetus during pregnancy. Therefore, when prescribing medication for pregnant women, the specialist will definitely take into account all the risks and benefits.
4. Lactation period. In order for a nursing saw to take Rengalin, you also need to take into account all the nuances.

People who have diabetes mellitus and who suffer from coughing should be careful when using Rengalin due to the content of the sweetener maltolol.

This means that a small dose of insulin is indispensable for metabolizing the substance.

Is Rengalin homeopathy or not?

Many patients do not try to understand the question of whether Rengalin is homeopathy or not: they confidently answer it positively.

However, the drug is not a homeopathic remedy, which is explained not only by its mechanism of action and pharmacodynamic properties, but also by its composition.

Rengalin for cough is a medical drug, the effectiveness of which has been proven by experimental studies and confirmed by clinical data, which is reflected in the instructions for use. This is not homeopathy.

Impact

Rengalin is a universal drug used in the treatment of colds accompanied by an obsessive and paroxysmal cough. It can be used in the treatment of both dry and wet coughs, which are accompanied by the release of thick secretions. Reception can be carried out for children from 3 years old.

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Rengalin in syrup format has a complex therapeutic effect. It is prescribed for the treatment of colds, ARVI and flu. In addition, the syrup is used for various acute and chronic inflammations, accompanied by a wet or dry cough. In pharmacies you can also buy Rengalin tablets for dry and wet cough.

With the help of the drug, it is possible to quickly and effectively relieve cough symptoms, as well as alleviate the patient’s general well-being.

Composition of the drug

Rengalin is a medicine that successfully fights dry and wet cough. During its development, active and additional components were used. Active antibodies include antibodies to histamine, bradykinin, and morphine. Thanks to them, the product has an anti-edematous, anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antispasmodic effect. Rengalin syrup alleviates the clinical picture of a cold, which is characterized by a severe paroxysmal cough. You can also use the medicine to eliminate an allergic reaction.

Contraindications

Rengalin has virtually no contraindications. The instructions say:

1. The medication should not be used by a child under 3 years of age.
2. If you are hypersensitive to any component, you should discontinue therapy.
3. Before starting the treatment course, you must take a small dose of the drug to eliminate allergies.

It is also contraindicated to take the drug for diabetes.

There have been no studies on the effect of Rengalin on pregnant women; there is no data on this topic. Whether it is worthwhile to carry out medication treatment during the entire pregnancy period should be decided only by a doctor. Self-medication in such situations is unacceptable.

Forms of release of the drug

The drug Rengalin, according to the instructions for use, is produced in two forms: tablets and solution (for oral administration in the form of syrup). Thanks to this, it can be prescribed to both children (over 3 years old) and adults.

Pills

Rengalin is used as lozenges; it is not taken orally, but is kept in the mouth until completely dissolved. No cases of incompatibility with other drugs have been established. Available in 20 pieces in cellular packaging, no recipe needed.

Solution (syrup)

As an oral solution (syrup), according to the instructions for use, it is available in a 100 ml bottle.

For people with diabetes, the use of syrup may be somewhat limited.

Taking the medicine does not affect driving, and does not limit work activity, including when working on difficult-to-control mechanisms.

How does it work?

According to most instructions for use, the drug acts through the interaction between antibodies and cell receptors, namely: antibodies to morphine, histamine and bradykinin, binding to opiate, H1-histamine and B1-bradykinin receptors, respectively, modify the activity of complex compounds (ligand).

In addition, the activity of the cough center located in the medulla oblongata is selectively reduced; the entire transmission pathway of the cough reflex is inhibited. As a result, the joint work of antibodies enhances the antitussive response and provides an antitussive effect.

Due to the presence of antibodies to bradykinin and histamine, there are other positive effects:

• elimination of inflammation and swelling;
• relief of bronchospasm;
• elimination of allergic phenomena.

The presence of antibodies to morphine provides the analgesic effect (like an opiate) of Rengalin.

How it works and how long it takes to see the effect

The drug has a selective effect on different parts of the cough center. Thanks to its functions, the central components of the cough reflex are inhibited. Rengalin does not inhibit the breathing process and does not cause drug dependence.

Relief from cough is observed 2-3 days after starting to take Rengalin . Complete recovery is observed on the 7-10th day of treatment.

A dry cough gradually gives way to a wet cough. The inflammatory process is eliminated and associated symptoms are alleviated. The drug is equally effective in treating both acute and chronic diseases .

Mechanism of action

The pharmacological activity of the drug is as follows:

• antibodies to bradykinin reduce pain, capillary permeability, and suppress the release of inflammatory mediators;
• antibodies to histamine reduce bronchospasms and allergic manifestations;
• Antibodies to morphine have analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects.

The drug taken reduces the intensity of the cough center in the brain and inhibits cough reflexes. Inflammation also decreases, swelling, allergies and pain in the larynx, trachea and bronchi disappear, the product helps to relax the muscles of the bronchial walls and expand their lumen. The effect of using the medicine increases gradually due to the small volume of active elements, so cough should be treated for several days in a row.

Briefly about the drug

The remedy in question is universal, as it helps in the fight against various manifestations of the disease. It successfully copes with wet and dry coughs, as well as with thick sputum secretions. If the disease takes on an obsessive and paroxysmal character, then here too “Rengalin” for cough will provide an invaluable service. This drug can be combined with other remedies that are difficult to avoid if you have a cold. In severe conditions and influenza, the patient needs to take restorative, antiviral and antipyretic medications.

Instructions for using the mixture: how much and for how long to take

Instructions for use are as follows:

• Dosage for children . Children over 3 years old can take the medicine. Drink 5 ml of the drug at one time if the child is 3-6 years old. For patients 6-12 years old, the dosage will be 10 ml.

Taking Rengalin reduces the intensity of coughing attacks and the risk of complications, as a result of which the healing process is accelerated.

• Dosage for adults. Adults should take Rengalin syrup in an amount of 10 ml 3 times a day. Only a doctor can increase the dosage, taking into account the severity of the pathological process and the patient’s condition. If the cold is severe, then the syrup is taken 6 times a day.
• Dosage for pregnant women. To date, the safety of using syrup in pregnant women has not been studied. For this reason, only a doctor can prescribe it if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk for the child and mother.

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Storage conditions and periods

It is necessary to familiarize yourself in advance with the nuances of storing medicines at home. All medications are stored in rooms that are reliably protected from sunlight. Also, the storage area should be cool and dry.

Medicines cannot be stored for a long time in rooms with heating devices, as due to the high temperature, Rengalin will deteriorate faster. Also, children's rooms and places easily accessible to children are not suitable for storing medications.

For which cough should I use it – dry or wet?

Instructions for use highlight three targeted actions of Rengalin:

1. Antitussive (reducing the severity and intensity of the cough reflex).
2. Anti-inflammatory.
3. Bronchodilator (relaxes the smooth muscles of the bronchial tract, expands their lumen, which facilitates the discharge of sputum, relieves spasm).

Rengalin is equally effective in treating both a productive cough with sputum (wet) and a non-productive (dry) cough, by reducing inflammation and facilitating the passage of mucus.

Contraindications, side effects, overdose

Both tablets and syrup have two main restrictions regarding the use of the drug:

1. Rengalin is contraindicated in children under three years of age. Existing studies do not confirm the effectiveness and safety of using the drug before 3 years.
2. Individual sensitivity to any of the components of the drug.

Among the side effects that are observed quite rarely are:

• nausea;
• skin rashes;
• itchy rash;
• hives.

All these are manifestations of the body’s allergic reaction to the drug. Nausea and vomiting may occur due to overdose. This is possible if you do not follow the norm noted in the instructions. In this case, you need to stop taking the drug and seek medical help.

Reviews

• Ekaterina, 34 years old: “I used the drug Rengalin to treat a cough that arose against the background of bronchitis. The fact is that I have had it for 3 years, as a chronic one, so several times a year I have to treat a debilitating dry cough. But now I know what to do when the first symptoms of the disease appear. I buy Rengalin tablets and take it according to the dosage prescribed by the doctor. Thanks to the complex effect of the medicine and the fact that I reacted quickly, I managed to cope with the unpleasant symptoms and dry cough within a week.”
• Anna, 25 years old: “I gave Rengalin tablets to treat my son’s wet cough. The doctor prescribed the drug to us. It was a common cold, but only the sputum came out poorly due to its high viscosity. Thanks to the medication in question, already on the 3rd day my son felt much better. He can already play fully, mind his own business, and most importantly, his nights have begun to pass peacefully.”
• Igor, 47 years old: “I used the drug in the form of syrup and tablets, but I liked the tablet version more. This is very convenient, because you can take the medicine even at work. This is how I treated my cough that arose during the cold season. At first it was insignificant for me, so I did not pay due attention to it. But after 3 days the cough was simply unbearable. Because of this, I had a lot of pain in my chest and throat. The pharmacy advised me to buy Rengalin tablets rather than syrup. I have personally experienced their effects, so I can say with confidence that this is a very effective remedy.”

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Overdose

In order to avoid an overdose, it is necessary to follow the doctor’s instructions and not exceed the daily dose of the drug. An overdose is manifested by dyspeptic symptoms or, in other words, disorders of the digestive system, which manifest themselves as follows:

• Increased flatulence;
• Rumbling in the intestinal tract;
• The color of the stool and its consistency changes;
• The stool takes on a specific smell.

In some cases, diarrhea also appears and the stool becomes almost black in color. When the first signs of overdose appear, you must immediately stop using the drug and seek help from a doctor.

Price of the drug, depending on the form of release

The cost of the drug depends on the region, release form and dosage. The price range is quite wide. Some pharmacies periodically offer discounts on the drug. The price for 100 ml syrup varies from 216 to 270 rubles. The cost of the tablet form of the medicine depends on the number of tablets in the package:

• 10 pieces – 140 rubles;
• 20 pieces – 206 rubles;
• 50 pieces – 420 rubles.

According to statistical data, the price of Rengalin fully justifies its quality. The drug effectively copes with coughs of various origins. The desired result is achieved on days 5-7 of treatment.

Principle of action and composition of Rengalin

Rengalin is a medicine used to treat various forms of cough. The antitussive effect is achieved due to the presence of antibodies to morphine, bradykinin and histamine. They have a targeted effect on bronchial receptors. The advantages of the drug include the following properties:

• elimination of allergic manifestations;
• relief of painful sensations;
• normalization of respiratory function;
• anti-inflammatory effect;
• expansion of the lumen of the bronchi and relaxation of their muscles.

Taking Rengalin helps eliminate bronchospasms and clear the airways. It is effective for both wet and dry types of cough. The ability to release histamine allows the drug to be used to relieve local and systematic manifestations of allergies. In addition, it is able to suppress pain.

The medicine is produced in the form of syrup and tablets. Children are most often prescribed rengalin cough syrup; the drug instructions indicate the possibility of taking it after 3 years. The tablet form of the medicine is prescribed for the treatment of cough in adults.

In what form is it produced?

The drug is available in only two forms:

1. The tablets are intended for resorption. They should not be chewed, much less swallowed. Each tablet contains 0.006 g of each type of antibody. The tablets appear to be flat, cylindrical, with a bevel on one side and the name “Rengalin” imprinted on the other side. Taken 3-4 times a day. If the cough is very painful, then up to 5-6 times.
2. The solution is a colorless liquid with a sweetish taste. There are 0.12 g of antibodies per 100 ml of solution. Most often, children are prescribed exactly the solution, and Rengalin cough syrup, which pharmacists are often asked for, simply does not exist, and there are no drops with that name. The solution is prescribed to children from 3 years of age, 1 teaspoon 3 times a day. After 12 years, like adults, give 1 tablespoon 3 times a day. The dose may be higher, but only if prescribed by the doctor.

For adults, the preferred form of release is lozenges. They are comfortable to use and store, since any medical product in the form of a solution, after opening the bottle, has a limited shelf life.

Eating does not affect how Rengalin is absorbed, so you can drink it at any time, even before or after meals.

Possibility of overdose

The main symptoms of an overdose of Rengalin are:

• nausea and vomiting;
• loose stools;
• discomfort in the abdominal area - a feeling of “fullness” or “pressure” throughout the abdomen;
• Belching or heartburn may occur.

As in the case of an overdose of tablets and Rengalin solution (syrup), the occurrence of these symptoms is associated with the presence of additional substances in the composition of the drug - maltitol and glycerol, that is, their significant increase in the body leads to the above disorders. Symptoms of overdose may not be indicated in the instructions for use.

Treatment in this case is only symptomatic, that is, when nausea or vomiting occurs, antiemetic drugs are prescribed (for example, Metoclopramide), for diarrhea - Loperamide, and so on.

The effect of cough lozenges Rengalin

Rengalin tablets can be used to treat coughs of any origin. In addition, it is effective against dry or wet attacks. Approved for use by adults and children over 3 years of age. When developing the drug, a number of active and auxiliary components were used.

It is due to their combination that a significant increase in the effect aimed at eliminating the cough reflex is achieved. The medicine can have a powerful antitussive effect. Since Rengalin tablets can have not only an antitussive effect, they can safely be classified as a complex medicine.

When taken, the following effect is achieved:

• stops the inflammatory process;
• eliminates swelling;
• has an antiallergic effect;
• relieves spasms thanks to antibodies to histamine and bradykinin;
• has an analgesic effect due to antibodies to morphine.

The drug in question selectively reduces the degree of excitability of the center of the brain responsible for coughing. Extremely rapid inhibition of the central parts of the cough reflex is achieved. The effect of the medication is to inhibit the flow of pain impulses from the periphery. Using tablets, you can alleviate the clinical picture and reduce the severity of ailments such as pharyngitis, laryngitis and bronchitis.

Rengalin tablets also help reduce bronchospasm. The active components of the drug affect the synthesis and release of histamine and bradykinin from each mast cell. The result of this process is the relief of the local and systemic clinical picture of allergies in the patient.

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Composition according to instructions for use

When developing the drug in question, the following active components were used:

• antibodies to bradykinin;
• antibodies to histamine;
• antibodies to morphine.

But the additional components include:

• isomalt,
• microcrystalline cellulose,
• magnesium stearate,
• anhydrous citric acid,
• colloidal silicon dioxide,
• sodium cyclamate,
• sodium saccharin.

Detailed instructions for children

In childhood, the use of the medicine in the form of syrup is indicated. It is more convenient to use and has a pleasant taste. Instructions for children include taking 2 tsp. syrup up to 4 times a day. At 3 years of age, the maximum number of doses per day is 2 times. In some cases, the treatment regimen is adjusted individually. To achieve greater effect, it is recommended to keep the syrup in your mouth for some time. Only after this is it swallowed. Older children are allowed to use Rengalin tablets, but not more than 3 times a day.

In most cases, the drug is easily tolerated by children. But there is a risk of side effects. In case of individual intolerance to the components, urticaria may develop, characterized by skin rashes and severe itching. In these places, the skin becomes swollen and reddened. Children with hereditary fructose intolerance are strictly prohibited from taking the drug. Instructions for children must be read before starting treatment. It contains a list of contraindications and nuances of using the drug. An overdose can cause severe nausea and vomiting.