Dioctahedral smectite 3 g instructions for use. Smecta: instructions for use for children and adults. Instructions for use for adults

Formula:(Na/Ca)0.33(Al/Mg)2Si4O10(OH)2 (H2O)2 or (Al/Si)3O4, chemical name: dioctahedral smectite.
Pharmacological group: organotropic agents / gastrointestinal agents / adsorbents; organotropic agents / gastrointestinal agents / antidiarrheals.
Pharmachologic effect: adsorbent, antidiarrheal, gastroprotective, enveloping.

Pharmacological properties

Dioctahedral smectite is a naturally occurring aluminosilicate. Dioctahedral smectite has a discoid-crystalline structure, and therefore has a pronounced adsorbing effect. Due to the high level of fluidity, dioctahedral smectite has a pronounced enveloping property. Dioctahedral smectite stabilizes the mucous barrier and protects the mucous membrane of the esophagus and gastrointestinal tract. By forming polyvalent bonds with mucus glycoproteins, dioctahedral smectite increases the duration of mucus functioning and enhances the protection of the gastrointestinal mucosa from the influence of bile salts, hydrochloric acid, toxins, intestinal microorganisms and other irritants. In therapeutic doses it does not affect intestinal motility. Dioctahedral smectite is characterized by a slight swelling effect. Dioctahedral smectite does not stain stool and is x-ray transparent. Dioctahedral smectite is not absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract and is excreted unchanged from the body. Aluminum in the composition of dioctahedral smectite is not absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract, including in diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, which are accompanied by symptoms of colonopathy and colitis.

Indications

Chronic and acute diarrhea (medicinal, allergic origin; in violation of the quality of food and diet), including in children; diarrhea of infectious origin (as part of complex treatment); symptomatic treatment of heartburn, pain, abdominal discomfort, bloating and other symptoms of dyspepsia in pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract (esophagitis, gastric and duodenal ulcers, gastroduodenitis, intestinal colic, diseases of the large intestine).

Method of application of dioctahedral smectite and dose

Dioctahedral smectite is taken orally. For esophagitis, the drug is taken after meals, in other cases the drug is taken between meals.
Adults - 9 g (3 sachets) per day, the contents of each sachet must be dissolved in 0.5 glasses of water, the prescribed dose is divided into 3 doses during the day; in case of acute diarrhea at the beginning of therapy, the daily dose may be doubled.
Children under 1 year - 3 g (1 sachet) per day, 1 - 2 years - 6 g (2 sachets) per day, over 2 years - 6 - 9 g (2 - 3 sachets) per day; the contents of the sachets are dissolved in a baby bottle (50 ml) and distributed into several doses throughout the day or mixed with some semi-liquid product (compote, puree, porridge, baby food).
The recommended course of therapy is 3 - 7 days.
The development of constipation is a dose-dependent complication that resolves with dose reduction and does not interfere with continued therapy.
If pain persists after 7 days of therapy or is accompanied by vomiting or fever, then consultation with a doctor is necessary.
It is recommended to maintain a 1-2 hour interval between taking dioctahedral smectite and other medications.
Use dioctahedral smectite with caution in patients with a history of severe chronic constipation.
In children, as well as in adults, if necessary, with acute diarrhea, dioctahedral smectite should be used together with a complex of rehydration measures, which is prescribed depending on the age, course of the disease and characteristics of the patient.

Contraindications for use

Hypersensitivity, intestinal obstruction.

Restrictions on use

A history of severe chronic constipation.

Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding

It is possible to use dioctahedral smectite during pregnancy and breastfeeding as prescribed by a doctor. No dosage or regimen adjustment is required.

Side effects of dioctahedral smectite

Constipation, allergic reactions (including urticaria, itching, rash, Quincke's edema).

Interaction of dioctahedral smectite with other substances

Dioctahedral smectite can reduce the degree and/or rate of absorption of other drugs in the gastrointestinal tract, therefore, if joint use is necessary, the interval between doses of drugs should be 1 - 1.5 hours.

Overdose

With an overdose of dioctahedral smectite, severe constipation or bezoar develops.

Smecta is an antidiarrheal drug and has an adsorbing effect. In modern medicine, this particular drug is an “ambulance” for diarrhea in adults and children, and it does not matter at all what the etiology is. Smecta can not only normalize stool, but also relieve pain in the intestines and other characteristic symptoms of impaired functioning of the gastrointestinal tract.

If there are indications, then the drug in question can be used to treat diarrhea in infants, which is the most valuable quality of Smecta (in infancy, for diarrhea, it is permissible to use a limited range of drugs).

Smecta is a natural enterosorbent that promotes the rapid removal of toxins from the body; it also “works” against viruses, pathogenic microorganisms and harmful substances.

It is thanks to its natural origin that the drug is well tolerated by adults and children, and its fairly pleasant taste allows parents to easily treat even children.

Composition of Smecta powder The drug in question is sold in sachets of powder from which a suspension is prepared.

One sachet (weights 3 grams) contains:
active ingredients: dioctahedral smectite (magnesium and aluminum silicate);

excipients: flavorings (vanilla and/or orange), dextrose monohydrate, sodium saccharinate.

In pharmacy chains you can also find analogs of Smecta - Diosmectin and Neosmectin, which have similar quality characteristics.

Smecta is a grayish-white or yellowish powder that has a pleasant aroma of orange or vanilla, depending on what specific flavoring the manufacturer used.

How Smecta works (pharmacological possibilities) The active substance of the drug in question is capable of stabilizing the mucous barrier of the gastrointestinal tract.

Smecta increases the amount of mucus and forms polyvalent bonds with mucus glycoproteins, thereby reducing the negative effects of toxins/pathogenic microorganisms. When the drug in question enters the intestine, the toxic compounds contained in it are bound and removed from the patient’s feces.Thanks to this specific pharmacological action, Smecta is able to adsorb only those viruses/bacteria and toxins that are located in the lumen of the gastrointestinal tract. The active ingredient of the drug is not absorbed by the body, but leaves the intestines along with all harmful/chemical substances. Taking Smecta in therapeutic doses does not pose a threat to intestinal motility.

Dioctahedral smectite is radiolucent and does not stain feces; aluminum in its composition is not absorbed by the body even with progressive colonopathy and other diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.

Indications for use of Smecta

The main advantage of the drug in question is the safety and possibility of its use for children from a very early age (literally from birth). The main indications for use of Smecta are:

Smecta acts not only as an enterosorbent, but also has a therapeutic effect: if there is a deficiency of sodium and potassium in the body (this is a normal phenomenon with diarrhea), the drug in question stabilizes this balance.

Smecta helps increase mucus, which means that the intestinal mucosa becomes denser and is able to resist harmful, toxic and irritating substances - the symptoms of intoxication quickly become less intense.

Contraindications to the use of Smecta powder In general, the drug in question is one of the few that have virtually no contraindications.

But still, there are some restrictions in taking Smecta for diarrhea:
fructose intolerance;
sucrase-isomaltase deficiency;

glucose-galactose.

In addition, this drug is contraindicated in both chronic and chronic conditions. Taking Smecta under these pathological conditions can provoke increased constipation due to weakened intestinal motility.

Regarding hypersensitivity, you only need to know one thing - the antidiarrheal drug in question contains flavorings, and if a person has an allergic reaction to such substances, then it is better not to use Smecta.

How to use Smecta powder for adults and children

In order for the presented medicinal product to really work effectively and safely, you must strictly adhere to the instructions for its use.

How to breed Smecta If the child is too small, then Smecta can be added in portions to baby formula, vegetable or meat puree, grated fruit and mixed until the powder is completely dissolved. If the child is not able to consume 50 ml of the drug at one time, then the powder can either be diluted in a smaller amount of warm water, or given to the baby in several doses. But parents must remember that it is necessary to prepare the drug for administration immediately before using it - storing the solution in a bottle for several hours in a row is strictly prohibited! The child may not like the aroma or taste of diluted Smecta, and in this case it is advisable to make a replacement, use a softer one.

Neosmectin

For an adult, the powder from one sachet should be dissolved in half a glass of warm water, gradually adding the drug to the liquid and stirring thoroughly until a homogeneous suspension is obtained.

How to take Smecta

The antidiarrheal drug in question should be taken 3 times a day and strictly in the dosage that corresponds to the severity of diarrhea. The course of taking Smecta should be no less than 3 and no more than 7 days. Since Smecta is an enterosorbent, the greatest therapeutic effect is achieved when this drug is taken between meals. But there is an exception to this rule - in the case of using Smecta for heartburn (esophagitis), you need to drink the prepared suspension immediately after eating food. The duration of treatment and dosage of Smecta does not depend at all on the weight or age of the patient. It is only important to take into account the intensity of intoxication, the severity of intestinal infection, and poisoning.

The dosage of Smecta varies:
1-2 sachets per 1 dose;
1-6 sachets per day;

Since the drug in question has powerful adsorbing properties, it absolutely cannot be taken simultaneously with any other medications, so as not to reduce the absorption of drugs.

For acute diarrhea, the dosage of Smecta will be as follows:
newborns and up to one year of age - 2 sachets of the drug per day for three days, then 1 sachet per day until stool is completely restored/normalized;
children over one year old - 4 sachets per day during the first three days of illness, then 2 sachets per day until full recovery of health;

For other diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, the following dosages are recommended:

newborns and children up to one year of age - 1 sachet per day;
children aged 1-2 years – 1-2 sachets per day;
children over 2 years old – 2-3 sachets per day;
adults – 3 sachets per day.

Some features of Smecta

If a woman is in the period of bearing a child or lactation, then the use of Smecta is quite acceptable - the studies did not reveal any negative effect of the active substance of the drug in question on the intrauterine development of the fetus or on a newborn who is breastfed. During pregnancy, Smecta can be used for bloating or flatulence, but since it can provoke the appearance of diarrhea, doctors recommend not to “get carried away” with the drug and limit its use to 3 days in a row. No dosage adjustments are required when using Smecta during pregnancy or lactation.

If the drug in question is taken for a long time, the person may experience constipation. Another caveat is that frequent/long-term use of Smecta can provoke an allergic reaction - the patient may experience itchy skin or small rashes.

Note! If Smecta is used specifically for the treatment of diarrhea, then you need to be aware of one nuance - you need to drink a dose of the finished suspension 1-2 hours after eating.

The shelf life of the medicinal product in question is 3 years after the date of manufacture; there are no special instructions regarding the storage of Smecta in the instructions - it is enough to isolate children’s access to the drug and prevent the temperature in the storage area from rising above 25 degrees.

Smecta is considered one of the safest medications. But even with such characteristics, it is necessary to strictly follow the recommended dosages in order for the expected effect to be achieved. If after taking 1-2 powders of the drug in question, diarrhea does not become less intense, and pain in the intestines and flatulence do not disappear, then this is an absolute reason to seek qualified medical help.

Tsygankova Yana Aleksandrovna, medical observer, therapist of the highest qualification category

Smecta packaging

When an adult or child has a stomach ache, Smecta, a powder with sorption and antimicrobial activity, can help.

For quick and effective treatment, you need to know how to dilute Smecta and take it correctly.

Powder composition

Smecta is an antidiarrheal agent that comes in powder form.

How to properly breed smecta? Smecta powder should be diluted in water and the resulting liquid should be drunk.

This form of release ensures faster action of the active substance, which is extremely important for all indications for its use.

The active component of the drug is dioctahedral smectite, which acts as a sorbent. Its strength and suction area are significantly higher than those of the well-known activated carbon.

Despite its high efficiency, Smecta is quite affordable. The active component absorbs viruses, toxins, bacteria, alcohol, poisons well, and removes allergens.

This is exactly the product that should be in every first aid kit.. Suitable for both adults and children, and will help with various diseases.

Each sachet of Smecta contains 3 grams of medicine. The additional components included in the composition are glucose, saccharin and flavoring.

Indications for use

Sorption properties of Smecta are used for:

Diarrhea of any kind: infectious, allergic, medicinal, food.
Gastrointestinal dysfunction: flatulence, bloating, heartburn and other discomfort.

Smecta is used in the complex treatment of diseases that are accompanied by increased intoxication (acetonemic crisis, bacterial infections).

Smecta is approved for use in patients of any age and gender, including children under 1 year of age.

In children it is considered the best drug for poisoning, allergies and other toxic manifestations.

Types of Smecta

The manufacturer produces several different packages of Smecta. This makes it possible to choose the best option in terms of taste for the child and financial capabilities for the parents.

Release forms:

Powder No. 10 vanilla flavor.
Powder No. 30 vanilla flavor.
Powder No. 10 orange flavor.
Powder No. 30 orange flavor.

The drug belongs to the over-the-counter group, so you can purchase it at any pharmacy. This once again proves Smecta’s high safety profile.

Price

The cost of Smecta in pharmacies depends on the number of sachets in a pack:

You can buy a package of Smecta of 10 sachets at an average price of 150-170 rubles.
The price of a pack of 30 sachets is from 325 rubles.
The approximate cost of 1 sachet of powder is about 11-15 rubles.

The price may also vary slightly depending on the taste of the powder - vanilla Smecta in some pharmacies costs 1-2 rubles more than orange.

Operating principle

The special structure of the active substance molecule promotes the absorption of toxins and viruses in the intestinal lumen. This reduces the entry of toxins into the blood and alleviates unpleasant symptoms.

Besides, Smecta increases the amount of mucus in the intestines, increasing its gastroprotective properties. This helps create a mucous barrier that effectively protects the intestines from the negative effects of substances toxic to the body and prevents their absorption into the blood.

By using the drug in liquid form, you can get a quick effect, which makes Smecta indispensable for providing first aid for poisoning of various origins (including alcoholic), as well as childhood intoxication.

Increased mucus production and chemical complexes from Smecta increase the contents of the intestines and promote the natural elimination of all toxins and wastes with feces.

The drug does not change the activity of enzymes, the condition of the mucous membrane or the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, therefore it is absolutely safe and is approved for infants.

The action of Smecta does not cause addiction or allergic reactions.

How to breed?

Instructions on how to properly dilute Smecta:

Pour 100 ml of water for adults and 50 ml for children into a glass or baby bottle. The water should be boiled, at room temperature (not very cold and not hot).
Open one disposable sachet of medicine.
Gradually add the powder while stirring the water.
Stir well to evenly dissolve the powder in the water.
Take the solution immediately or throughout the day, depending on the daily dosage.

For children, the dose is:

1 year – 1 sachet.
3 years – 2-3 sachets.
5 years – 3-4 sachets.

For a one-year-old child, you can dilute the powder and add it to food (mashed potatoes, nutrition, compote).

The course of treatment is up to 7 days.

The proportions and frequency of administration should be observed, since exceeding the dosage can cause constipation after Smecta.

How to make a child drink Smecta?

There are 2 proven methods:

Buy Smecta in bags with different flavors. Typically, children like vanilla flavor more than others.
Give the child medicine in small doses (5 ml), but often. This way, the baby will not be able to spit it out or vomit it.

How to store?

Diluted Smecta should be stored at room temperature and it is advisable to drink it on the day of preparation.

Avoid exposing the solution to direct sunlight; the container with diluted Smecta is stored in a closed container.

Adults can prepare a suspension for each dose separately or the entire daily volume at once, dividing it into several times.

Smecta for antibiotics

Any bacterial infections are accompanied by intoxication of the body. Doctors can prescribe sorbents for both adults and children as additional therapy.

Smecta is compatible with antibiotics, but the interval between taking these drugs should be observed. As a rule, the sorbent is prescribed 2 hours after taking the antibiotic.

When taken simultaneously with antibiotics, Smecta will neutralize their effect and disrupt the entire treatment regimen.

special instructions

For maximum effectiveness of the medicine the following recommendations should be followed:

Follow the instructions exactly on how to properly dilute and take the powder.
Do not take Smecta at the same time as other medications, including antibiotics.
Supplement treatment with sorbents by drinking enough water or special means for rehydration.
The drug is approved for use by pregnant and lactating women. The method of preparation and administration is no different for them.
In case of dysbacteriosis in infants, in addition to Estimate, supplements of beneficial bacteria should be taken.

Smecta will help an adult cope with alcohol intoxication, and a child with an intestinal infection.

The powder does not cause adverse reactions and is absolutely safe. It is recommended to choose it as a sorbent for a home first aid kit.

Smecta is one of the modern and affordable antidiarrheal drugs with an adsorbing effect. At the moment, doctors consider this medicine to be a fast-acting remedy for stopping diarrhea of any origin, both in adults and children. In addition, this drug reduces the pain of loose stools and other pain associated with malfunctions of the gastrointestinal tract.

Dosage form

Smecta is produced in laminated paper bags in the form of a powder intended for preparing a solution, and in the form of a finished suspension.

Description and composition

Smecta powder is grayish-yellow or gray-white in color with a slight vanilla or orange odor. The medicine is intended for the preparation of a drinking solution. The finished suspension is thick, pasty, white-gray or gray-blue in color with the taste of caramel and cocoa. The drug is produced in doses, in special sachets, packaged in 3 grams.

Smectite powder consists of such active substances as: dioctahedral smectite - 3 g, glucose, sodium saccharin, vanilla or orange flavoring.

In the form of a suspension, Smecta consists of dioctahedral smectite - 3 g, caramel-cocoa flavoring, xanthan gum, citric acid, potassium sorbate, sucralose.

Pharmacological group

In pharmacology, the drug Smecta belongs to a group of drugs that are prescribed for use in stomach and intestinal disorders, to eliminate heartburn, diarrhea, relieve pain symptoms, and for colic in newborns.

Indications for use

Smecta is considered the safest drug used for diarrhea and other disorders. Pediatricians can prescribe it to children starting in infancy.

The drug, used in the form of a suspension or solution, is used in the following cases:

For nausea associated with food poisoning...
For allergic, drug-induced or chronic diarrhea.
For diarrhea caused by taking a course of antibiotics, which provoke the proliferation of opportunistic bacteria in the intestines.
For severe intestinal infectious diseases caused by various pathogens, for example, E. coli, cholera, dysentery, salmonellosis, etc.
For diarrhea associated with poisoning from poor-quality food.
To alleviate painful symptoms in the gastrointestinal tract (flatulence, bloating, heartburn, discomfort in the intestinal area).
For colic in infants.

The unique medicinal properties of Smecta have been scientifically proven and confirmed by numerous studies. The drug is capable of removing up to 85% of pathogenic diarrhea pathogens from the human intestine. In addition to its enterosorbing properties, Smecta has a positive effect, replenishing the necessary composition of sodium, potassium, and magnesium in the body. An increase in the amount and density of mucus when taking Smecta has a beneficial effect on the walls of the stomach, protects against the negative effects of toxins and irritants.

Contraindications

The drug contains organic sugars, so Smecta is not recommended for use in case of fructose intolerance, sucrose-isomaltose deficiency, glucose-galactose malabsorption, or hypersensitivity to orange, vanilla, caramel absorbent.

The drug is contraindicated in case of intestinal obstruction and severe constipation.

Directions for use and doses

Doctors prescribe Smecta not only to adults, but also to children from infancy. For babies, the contents of one 50 ml packet are diluted. warm water. If the child cannot drink this amount of suspension at a time, then it can be given in several doses, while monitoring the baby’s condition. The medicine must be diluted immediately before use; the diluted mixture cannot be stored for a long time, a maximum of 16 hours in the refrigerator in a closed container.

Smecta in the form of a ready-made suspension is well accepted by infants and children 1-2 years old, since the small dosage of the drug is easy to swallow and has a pleasant taste.

For severe diarrhea, take Smecta 3 times a day for three days. Smecta is an enterosorbent drug, so the best effect can be achieved by taking it between meals.

The dosage of the drug and the duration of treatment do not depend on the weight or age of the person. The doctor prescribes the amount of medicine based on the severity of the poisoning or allergic reaction. Usually 1-2 sachets are prescribed for a single dose 2-3 times a day, the duration of treatment is from 3 to 7 days.

For severe diarrhea, children of the first year of life are prescribed Smecta in the form of a suspension, 1 packet 2 times a day. Children from one year to 7 years old can take up to 4 packets per day for 3 days, adults up to 6 packets.

For other diseases, for example, an allergic reaction, children under one year of age are prescribed Smecta 1 sachet per day, children under 2 years old can take 2 sachets per day, children over 2 years old up to 3 sachets per day.

Since Smecta has powerful adsorption properties, it is not recommended to take it with other medications, since their medicinal effect is minimized.

Most often, Smecta is prescribed with honey with meals. For bottle-fed babies, Smecta is given as a ready-made suspension or the powder is diluted in 50 ml. warm boiled water or baby formula. For children over 6 months of age receiving complementary foods, Smecta can be diluted with weak broth, fruit or vegetable puree, and other semi-liquid foods.

It should be remembered that with severe diarrhea, rapid dehydration of the entire body occurs, so children, like adults, need to drink large amounts of warm boiled water.

Side effects

Despite the fact that Smecta is used not only for diarrhea, but also for allergic reactions, the drug can often also provoke allergies in children. The active ingredient of the drug includes shock absorbers vanilla, orange, cocoa, caramel, which can cause allergies. Fructose, which is part of Smecta, often causes redness of the skin, peeling and itching. With long-term use of Smecta, constipation may occur. For intestinal obstruction and severe constipation, doctors do not prescribe Smecta.

Interaction with other drugs

Smecta is an enterosorbent drug, so taking it reduces the rate and absorption of other drugs. Doctors do not recommend giving children other medications along with smecta.

special instructions

Parents should give Smecta with caution to children suffering from frequent constipation. If its use is necessary, then a strict interval of 1-2 hours between meals and the drug should be observed.

For any intestinal disorders, severe diarrhea, including bloody diarrhea, or fever, you must first call an ambulance to find out an accurate diagnosis and get an appointment. You cannot self-medicate.

Overdose

It is not recommended to take Smecta on your own, since any disease requires consultation with a doctor. When prescribing Smecta to children, it is important for a pediatrician to take into account the child’s age, possible allergic reactions, and contraindications for use.

Children should be given Smecta strictly according to the instructions, having first received a prescription from a pediatrician.

Storage conditions

Analogues of the drug

Like any drug, Smecta has its own analogues for the active substance:

. The medicine contains more magnesium and less iron, thereby causing less constipation. Available in powder form. Take with caution to people suffering.
Diosmectite. Available in powder form. Contraindicated in case of intestinal obstruction.

Medicinal analogues of Smecta are most often similar in the composition of active substances, but they have different properties. Many antidiarrheal drugs should not be taken by children under 1 year of age.

Price of the drug

The cost of Smecta averages 187 rubles (from 125 to 432 rubles).

Antidiarrheal drug

Active substance

Release form, composition and packaging

◊ Powder for suspension for oral administration (orange) from grayish-white to light grayish-yellow color, from a weak non-specific to a weak vanilla odor.

Excipients: vanillin - 4 mg, dextrose monohydrate - 749 mg, sodium saccharinate - 7 mg.

3.76 g - laminated paper bags (10) - cardboard packs.
3.76 g - laminated paper bags (30) - cardboard packs.

pharmachologic effect

Antidiarrheal drug, is an aluminosilicate of natural origin. Has an adsorbing effect.

Stabilizes the mucous barrier of the gastrointestinal tract, forms polyvalent bonds with mucus glycoproteins, increases the amount of mucus and improves its cytoprotective properties (with respect to the negative effects of hydrogen ions of hydrochloric acid, bile salts, microorganisms and their toxins).

It has selective sorption properties, which are explained by its discoid-crystalline structure; adsorbs bacteria and viruses located in the lumen of the gastrointestinal tract.

Smecta in therapeutic doses does not affect intestinal motility.

Diosmectite is radiolucent and does not stain stool.

Aluminum in the composition of diosmectite is not absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, incl. for gastrointestinal diseases accompanied by symptoms of colitis and colonopathy.

Pharmacokinetics

Smecta is not absorbed. It is excreted from the body unchanged.

Indications

Overdose

Severe constipation or bezoar may occur.

Drug interactions

When used simultaneously, Smecta may reduce the rate and degree of absorption of other drugs. It is not recommended to take the drug simultaneously with other medications.

special instructions

Use with caution in patients with severe chronic