Plantex

Plantex is a drug often recommended by pediatricians for the timely prevention or resolution of the problem of colic in infants.

This problem occurs in most babies, since soon after birth, the digestive system "turns on" and adapts to the baby's diet.

The active substances of the drug stimulate the production of digestive enzymes in the stomach and small intestine and intensify peristalsis intestinal (wave-like movement of the walls, which are aimed at pushing the contents of the intestine into its lower parts). Due to this, the spasm of the hollow structures of the digestive tract decreases (the tonus of smooth muscles decreases) and the intensity of gassing in the intestine decreases.

Clinical and pharmacological group

Phytopreparation, stimulating digestion and reducing gassing in the intestine.

Conditions of leave from pharmacies

Released without a doctor's prescription.

Price list

How much does Plantex cost in pharmacies? The average price is at the level of380 rubles.

Form of issue and composition

Plantex for newborns is available in the form of granules, from which parents can easily prepare a solution (tea). Each packet contains 1 dose of substance (5 grams), so that, as necessary, it is always possible to prepare a fresh drink for the child.

The preparation as the main active substances contains vegetable components, their content in 1 sachet (5 grams) of granules is:

• Dry water extract of fennel fruits - 250 mg.
• Fennel essential oil is 2.4 mg.

Also, the composition of the granules includes auxiliary components, which include anhydrous dextrose, acacia gum, lactose. The granules of Plantex are in single-use bags in the amount of 5 g. The cardboard pack contains 10 bags of granules and an annotation to the preparation.

This dosage form has its advantages and disadvantages. If the baby drinks well from a bottle, then it will not be difficult for him to take the necessary amount of tea. Parents of those kids who do not recognize bottles and nipples, will have difficulty in sucking the child's necessary volume of this liquid.

Pharmacological effect

Plantex for newborns is a phyto-tea, consisting of natural ingredients - fennel seeds, essential oils and lactose. The composition does not contain potentially dangerous substances for babies, therefore the use can be started already in the first month of life.

The preparation is produced in the form of tea in granules, for the preparation of which you simply pour the granules with water at room temperature and mix well. This allows you to quickly cope with unexpected spasms, causing the child pain. In ready-to-eat form it is a sweet drink with a pleasant taste for children, so there should not be any special problems with the child's refusal of the drug.

The main active substance of tea is fennel, which is known for its ability to positively influence the digestive system. It is a stimulator of more active production of gastric juice, due to which food is digested faster and better, and the seeds help to more easily and painlessly produce gases formed during digestion.

Indications for use

What helps? Plantex is used as a preventive and therapeutic agent in children from 2 weeks of life and older:

1. To eliminate spasmodic pain in the intestines with mild digestive disorders.
2. When switching from breastfeeding to other types of nutrition.

Contraindications

The use of Plantex contraindicated in:

1. Lactase insufficiency;
2. Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug (active and auxiliary);
3. Syndrome of impaired glucose / galactose absorption;
4. Galactosemia.

Application in childhood

It is used in children from 2 weeks of life and older. For infants only use a freshly prepared solution.

Pregnancy and lactemia

Application during pregnancy and during breastfeeding is not recommended (due to the lack of clinical data).

Dosage and route of administration

The instructions for use indicate that the finished solution is taken orally after eating or in between meals.

Recommended daily dosing:

• Newborns and children under 1 year of age: 1-2 packets;
• Children from 1 year to 4 years: 2-3 sachets.

The daily dose is divided into 2-3 doses.

Children and newborns Plantex poured into a bottle or a cup. Pellets are poured into 100 ml of boiled warm water and thoroughly stirred to make all the granules disappear.

Side effects

The use of Plantex can cause side effects in the form of allergic reactions.

Overdose

Data on overdose are absent.

special instructions

When preparing the solution, sweeteners should not be added.

For infants, use only freshly prepared solution.

Drug Interactions

There are no data on the undesirable interaction of Plantex with other drugs.

Reviews

We picked up some feedback from parents using Plantex for newborns:

1. Yana. Still, I hold the view that the child's organism is individual. We, for example, "Plantex" very much helped, however, the first time. Since any addiction can be caused by habituation, after about three weeks, the daughter did not care that with the "Plantex", that without, sleepless nights lasted. We tried the "Baby", but he stopped acting even sooner. In my opinion the only way is alternation. I perfectly understand that the child and the experiments of the concept are altogether incompatible, but still what to do. As for the taste, my opinion is that the flavor of fennel is better than some chemical preparations and alcohol.
2. Natalia. The drug is certainly not bad, except that in my case the child had a rash after the application. I think most likely it is because of individual intolerance. Therefore, I tried another drug, glycelax. The composition is good, they act smoothly and at the same time do not have any allergic reactions. the child became better, and after a few days we completely solved the problems of constipation.
3. Julia. We returned home from the hospital, sat with relatives, after which the husband went to take them home, and then began my first nightmare. The child woke up and began to shout incessantly, nothing helped, no tit, no nipples, no motion sickness. And since the milk came to me the same day in the morning, I assumed that it was colic, I heard that in these cases dill water is used, and as soon as the husband came home, sent him to the pharmacy just behind her, and he brought "Plantex" (the time was later, and the state pharmacies were closed). The drug, of course, helped, but still not for that kind of money! It's the same dill water, only in another form! Conclusion: people, do not overpay!

Most young parents are positive about Plantex. A pronounced, rapid effect ensured the popularity of the drug on the basis of natural components.

Parents and pediatricians note: tea from bloating, painful colic does not cause side effects, copes well with the task. Another plus is the absence of unpleasant taste and smell: babies are willing to drink medicine. Minus - the presence of lactose: from the intolerance of this component, many newborns suffer.

Analogues

There are two main groups of drugs for fighting diseases and problems of the gastrointestinal tract in infants. The first are drugs using simethicone - a substance that helps fight against flatulence.

These are such drugs as:

• Simethicone;
• The Simplex;
• Espumizan;
• A bobotik.

The second group is based on natural ingredients. These include:

• Dill water;
• Beibikalm;
• Baby clothes;
• Plantex Sandoz.

Before using analogues, consult your doctor.

Storage conditions and shelf life

The shelf life of Plantex, provided it is stored in a dry place at a temperature of up to 25 ° C, is 2 years.

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