What is the carminative agent for?

Often in the disorders of the gastrointestinal tract is appointed carminative agent. What is this preparation and how it works - this will be discussed in the article.

Mechanism of action

Drugs of this category contribute toelimination of excess gas formation. This therapeutic effect is based on changes in surface tension and subsequent destruction of gas bubbles, which are formed in intestinal mucus and gastric contents. The released gases are eliminated by peristalsis or absorbed into the intestinal wall. The mechanism of activity can also be caused by a number of other factors. In particular, the effect develops as a result of increased intestinal motility and spasmolytic effects on sphincter muscles. As a result, bloating is reduced, pain and discomfort are eliminated, and the processes of absorption and digestion of food are optimized.

Veterinary funds for newborns

Flatulence often occurs in infants. Eliminate the symptoms of the pathological condition in children who are on natural feeding, and can be without the use of drugs. However, if the child is switched to artificial nutrition, the pediatrician prescribes a carminative agent to eliminate flatulence, tummy tuck. Today, quite a lot of preparations of this group are produced. But not all of them are allowed for use in infancy.

Popular drugs from gastrointestinal disorders that do not have age limits

The medicine "Bebinos" comes in the form of dropsfor oral administration. The medication is of vegetable origin, has an antispasmodic and carminative effect. The drug is effective for both elimination and prevention of discomfort and bloating. The medicine is indicated for intestinal colic. This antimicrobial agent is not prescribed for intolerance to the components. The medication can be used in both diluted and pure form. Schoolchildren are prescribed 10-15 drops, children from a year - 6-10 drops, infants - 3-6 cap. Frequency of admission - three times a day. As an adverse event, an allergy associated with intolerance to the components may be noted.

Another very popular carminative drug -the drug "SAB simplex". Active component in it is simethicone. The drug is available in various forms: capsules, tablets, emulsion, suspension, drops. The medication is intended for oral administration. This medicine is prescribed not only for the elimination or prevention of flatulence. The drug is recommended before carrying out various diagnostic measures on the organs of the peritoneum and small pelvis. Before receiving gastroscopy, the preparation prevents the formation of foam. However, the range of contraindications is somewhat wider. In particular, the agent is not prescribed for pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract of obstructive type, intestinal obstruction and hypersensitivity. Dosage regimen in each case is appointed by the doctor personally. When taking the remedy as an undesirable consequence, an allergy may be noted.