Toddlers often run into digestive problems. One of the popular groups of medicines that help cope with pathological changes in the intestinal microflora is probiotics. An effective drug from this category is Bifiform Baby. Let's consider in more detail how to properly take this drug, and in which cases it will be effective.
General description of the drug
In pediatric practice, drugs are actively used whose action is aimed at improving the state of intestinal microflora. Such tools not only help to improve the digestive tract, but also improve the protective properties of the body, regulate the absorption of nutrients. Extremely safe bacteria are contained in the composition of the biologically active additive "Bifiform Baby." Instructions for use informs that this tool is intended for the treatment of children aged one to three years.
A huge number of beneficial bacteria “probiotics” “live” in the human body, which positively affect its vital activity and inhibit the reproduction of pathogenic microorganisms. Preparations containing beneficial microorganisms in the composition help to stimulate the digestive tract and restore the microflora. Most often, such drugs are prescribed for dysbiosis - an imbalance between the bacteria that inhabit the gastrointestinal tract.
The release of the drug is carried out by the pharmaceutical company Ferrosan (Denmark). The manufacturer made sure that the drug was suitable for patients of any age category, and therefore, various forms of Bifiform release can be found on sale. The cost of the probiotic "Bifiform Kid" is 380-420 rubles.
Composition and form of release
In case of dysbacteriosis in children of the first years of life, the Bifiform preparation is prescribed in the form of chewable tablets or powder, packaged in sachets. One package may contain 20 or 40 tablets. They have a pleasant raspberry-orange taste and a round shape. The powder is packaged in waterproof bags of 21 sachets per pack.
The tablets contain beneficial bacteria lactobacillus and bifidobacteria. Also active substances include vitamins B6 and B1. Each tablet contains 3.33 mg of lactobacilli and bifidobacteria, 0.4 mg of vitamin B1 and 0.5 mg of vitamin B6. In one sachet package is 10x9 CFU of lactobacilli, 10x9 CFU of bifidobacteria. Auxiliary components are substances such as fructooligosaccharide, isomaltose, raspberry and orange flavoring, magnesium stearate, stearic acid, methyl cellulose, silicon dioxide, MCC.
Drug action
"Bifiform Baby" application instructions are positioned as a fairly powerful tool that can deal with disturbance of the microflora of the digestive tract of any etiology. The constituent components are able to suppress the development of bad bacteria and form the correct intestinal flora. Bifidobacteria and lactobacilli, when they enter the digestive system, begin to settle on the walls of the intestine and actively produce lactic and acetic acids. These substances inhibit the growth of pathogenic microorganisms.
What else is the benefit of Bifiform Kid? The pharmacological effect of the drug can significantly improve the condition of the child’s immune system. After all, as you know, the body's defenses are formed precisely in the intestine, and beneficial microorganisms are directly involved in this process.
Good bacteria break down fats, proteins, carbohydrates well, thereby improving digestion and improving the absorption of beneficial substances in foods. In addition, the Bififorma Kid contains the nutrient medium necessary for the growth and reproduction of beneficial microflora.
Indications for appointment
While the baby is in the womb, it is surrounded by a sterile environment. This means that his digestive system is not yet familiar with either good or bad bacteria. Already at birth, the baby’s body meets the first microbes and continues to “get to know” them at first. The intestinal microflora of infants consists of 98% of bifidobacteria and lactobacilli. The rest is occupied by opportunistic microflora.
When an infection gets into the body, taking antibiotics, the optimal balance is disturbed and dysbiosis develops. A similar ailment is characterized by a number of unpleasant symptoms that bring the baby pain . Probiotics for children help to cope with this pathological phenomenon and eliminate digestive system disorders.
A specialist can appoint a child "Bifiform" in the following cases:
- with irritable bowel syndrome;
- constipation due to the introduction of complementary foods or the transition to artificial feeding;
- unstable stool in the baby;
- acute intestinal infections;
- overt symptoms of allergies;
- lactase deficiency;
- hepatic encephalopathy;
- dysbiosis caused by the use of antibacterial drugs, diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, weakened immunity.
Contraindications
A huge advantage of the drug is that it has a minimum of contraindications. In what cases is it necessary to refuse treatment with the probiotic Bifiform Kid? The instruction for use reports that this tool is contraindicated in the presence of intolerance to any component in the child. This condition usually manifests itself in the form of an allergic reaction. With the appearance of a rash, redness of the skin, further medication should be discontinued.
Mode of application
Bifiform Kid powder and chewable tablets are intended for use, regardless of food intake. The contents of one sachet package must be diluted with liquid at room temperature or dissolved in food. Children from 1 to 3 years old are shown to take the powder 2-3 times a day. For children over three years of age, a single dose is increased to 2 packets. The duration of use of the product in the form of a powder should be at least 5 days.
Bifiform Baby supplement in the form of chewable tablets is allowed for children over 1 year old. Up to two years, the daily dosage is 3 tablets (one at a time). Children over two years old should be given 1 or 2 tablets at least twice a day. The manufacturer recommends taking the drug for at least five days. The course of treatment can be extended up to 3-4 weeks.
Side effects
Dietary supplement "Bifiform Kid" extremely rarely causes side effects. A negative reaction of the body can occur only with increased sensitivity to auxiliary components.
If the child has an allergy (urticaria, itching) after taking the probiotic, it is necessary to cancel further therapy and consult a specialist.
Interaction with other drugs
Probiotics for children are often recommended during the period of treatment with antibacterial drugs. They help maintain a healthy microflora in the intestines, establish digestion and quickly cope with the symptoms of dysbiosis. Bifiform should be given to a child both during antibiotic use and after the end of therapy.
It should be borne in mind that the interval between taking funds should be 2-3 hours. The average recovery rate of normal intestinal microflora is at least 2 weeks.
"Bifiform Kid": analogues
The biologically active additive "Bifiform" has no structural analogues. However, pharmaceutical companies offer a huge number of probiotics, which contain beneficial bacteria.
The following drugs have a similar therapeutic effect:
- Linex One of the most popular probiotics containing bifidobacteria, lactobacilli and enterococci. The product is in the form of capsules. Linex can be given to young children from birth by dissolving the contents of one capsule in water or milk.
- "Bifidumbacterin." An effective drug based on bifidobacteria and bifidogenic factor that promotes the growth of beneficial microflora.
- Normobact. The medicine contains prebiotics (substances necessary for the growth of beneficial bacteria), bifidobacteria and lactobacilli. For babies, a drug for dysbiosis can be given from 6 months.