- Names of suppositories for children
- 1. Dipyrone
- 2. Glycerin
- 3. Transpulmin
- How to apply the suppository
- What if the suppository comes back again?
Infant suppository is a great option for the treatment of fever and pain, because absorption in the rectum is greater and faster, taking less time to relieve symptoms, compared to the same medication for oral use. In addition, it does not pass through the stomach and is an easy way to administer the medication when the child is still very small or rejects the medication.
In addition to suppositories for pain and fever relief, this dosage form is also available for the treatment of constipation and for the treatment of sputum.
Names of suppositories for children
The suppositories available for use in children are:
1. Dipyrone
Dipyrone suppositories, known under the brand name Novalgina, can be used to relieve pain and lower fever, and the recommended dose is 1 suppository up to a maximum of 4 times a day. Know the contraindications and side effects of dipyrone.
Dipyrone suppositories should not be used in children under 4 years of age.
2. Glycerin
Glycerin suppositories are indicated for the treatment and / or prevention of constipation, as they help to cause the elimination of feces. The recommended dose is one suppository a day when necessary or as directed by a doctor. In babies, it is recommended to insert the thinnest part of the suppository and hold the other end with your fingers until there is a bowel movement.
3. Transpulmin
Transpulmin in suppositories has an expectorant and mucolytic action and, therefore, is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of cough with phlegm. The recommended dose is 1 to 2 suppositories per day, but it should only be used in children older than 2 years. Meet other Transpulmin presentations.
How to apply the suppository
Before applying the suppository, wash your hands thoroughly and spread the child's buttocks with your thumb and index finger, so that the other hand is free.
The correct position to place the suppository is lying on its side and the ideal before inserting it is to lubricate the region of the anus and the tip of the suppository with a little intimate lubricating gel based on water or petroleum jelly.
The suppository should be inserted with the tip that has the flat part and then the suppository should be pushed towards the child's navel, which is the same direction that the rectum has. In case you are using a glycerin suppository, you should wait about 15 minutes before going to the bathroom, so that it is absorbed, unless the child wants to evacuate before that.
What if the suppository comes back again?
In some cases, after inserting the suppository, it may come out again. This can happen because the pressure exerted when introducing it was small and, in these cases, it should be applied again with more pressure, but being careful not to hurt.
