Лекарство от гриппа и простуды нового поколения: список эффективных средств

Когда человек простыл и получил инфекцию, то непременно задумывается, какие из современных препаратов помогут, что принимать при гриппе? Ученые разрабатывают все новые средства, ведь вирусы каждый год мутируют, а для борьбы с ними нужны более эффективные формулы. Лекарство от гриппа и простуды нового поколения – в чем его особенности? Узнайте, чем отличаются такие препараты и от чего зависит эффективность средств борьбы с разными заболеваниями.

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Современные средства от гриппа и простуды

Сегодня фармакология действительно предлагает широкий выбор новых лекарств. Преимущества их очевидны: они имеют широкий спектр действия, дают меньше побочных эффектов, их удобно использовать больному в домашних условиях или вообще можно сделать себе прививку, чтобы не заболеть в период эпидемии ОРВИ. При выборе лекарств не забывайте, что не все разрекламированные препараты являются эффективными.

В цену лекарств, упаковки которых регулярно мелькают в телевизоре, включена стоимость этих рекламных роликов. Если же сравнить инструкции, почти для всех импортных недешевых препаратов есть недорогие отечественные аналоги. Так, «Колдрекс» (цена 150-240 р.) и «Фервекс» (315-590 р.) в составе содержат парацетамол. Таблетки «Парацетамол» можно купить в аптеке за 3-5 р., и большинство врачей даже считают их самым безопасным лекарством при ОРЗ в период беременности и лактации.

Эффективные лекарства от простуды

Современная фармацевтическая промышленность выпускает средства от простуды, работающие на двух направлениях и дополняющие друг друга. Одна группа лекарств – это помогающие справиться с проявлениями недуга: насморком, кашлем, головной болью, температурой, болью в горле. Другой сегмент препаратов проявляет иммуномодулирующее и антибактериальное действие.

Для взрослых

Ознакомьтесь с примерами препаратов, которые применяют при простуде:

На что влияет	Группа лекарств	Примеры препаратов
Устраняют причину	Противовирусные.	Таблетки «Ацикловир», «Амантадин».
	Антибиотики (применяются в крайнем случае, когда организм сам не справляется с болезнетворными бактериями).	Таблетки и порошки для инъекций «Ампицилин», «Левофлоксацин».
Укрепляют иммунитет	Иммуномодуляторы.	«Амиксин», «Циклоферон».
	Витаминные комплексы, препараты на основе лекарственных трав.	«Аскорутин», «Аевит».
Снимают симптомы	Жаропонижающие, облегчают ломоту в теле.	Таблетки «Колдрекс», «Парацетамол», «Ринза», порошок в пакетиках «Терафлю», шипучие таблетки «Солпадеин».
	Препараты для облегчения кашля.	Сиропы «АЦЦ», «Амброксол», «Алтейка».
	Сосудосуживающие для носа от насморка.	«Оксиметазолин», «Полидекса с фенилэфрином».
	Для смягчения горла.	Спреи «Каметон», «Орасепт», Ингалипт» «Хлорофилипт».

Для детей

При выборе детских противобактериальных препаратов важно соблюдать рекомендации врача, не заниматься самолечением. Вам могут помочь:

• антибиотики «Амоксиклав», «Зиннат» «Супракс»;
• для снятия жара – сироп «Панадол», таблетки «Парацетамол»;
• от насморка – спрей «Отривин», капли «Називин»;
• как профилактика – витаминные комплексы «Алфавит», «Пиковит».

Современные препараты от гриппа

В чем сходство и разница лекарств от гриппа и простуды нового поколения? При обоих недугах принимают лекарства, снимающие симптомы заболеваний. При гриппе не назначают антибиотики, ведь они эффективны только для борьбы с бактериями – возбудителями простуды, а на штаммы вируса не действуют. Рассмотрите фармакологические группы современных антивирусных препаратов против гриппа в зависимости от их способа действия.

Этиотропные

Такие противовирусные лекарства от гриппа действуют направленно, предотвращая размножение вирусов. К ним относятся:

• «Озельтамивир»­ – действующее вещество озельтамивира фосфат ингибирует (тормозит) нейраминидазу – ключевой фермент, участвующий в репликации (воспроизведении) вирусов гриппа, и нарушает их способность проникать внутрь клетки.
• «Ремантадин» – действующее вещество ремантадина гидрохлорид эффективно против вирусов гриппа А2 и В.
• «Арбидол» – входящий в состав капсул умиферон оказывает иммуностимулирующее действие.

Иммунотропные

Противовирусные препараты иммунотропного действия – это интерфероны или их индукторы (возбудители), которые помогают естественной защитной системе организма бороться с болезнью, уничтожая вирус на начальной стадии размножения. Они эффективны в первые двое суток после появления симптомов гриппа. Ознакомьтесь с названиями и кратким описанием этих лекарств:

Название	Действующее вещество	Эффект от применения
«Виферон»	Токоферол, аскорбиновая кислота	Стимулирует иммунную систему, борется с вирусом.
«Ридостин»	Индуктор интерферона	Иммуномодулирующее действие.
«Гипорамин»	Экстракт листьев крушиновидной облепихи	Противовирусное действие, индуцирует выработку интерферона в клетках крови.
«Амиксин»	Тиролон	Индуктор интерферона человека, подавляет синтез белков вирусов.
«Реаферон»	Интерферон	Препятствует проникновению вируса в клетку и синтезу белков вирусов.
«Ингавирин»	Витаглутам	Подавляет репродукцию вируса гриппа, противовоспалительное действие.
«Интерферон»	Человеческий интерферон	Мощный иммуномодулятор, эффективный противовирусный препарат, стимулирует макрофаги. Повышает устойчивость организма к проникновению вирусов, а при попадании в клетку блокирует их репродукцию. Механизм действия направлен не против конкретного вида вируса, потому это лекарство универсальное.
«Циклоферон»	Меглюмина акридонацетат	Сильный иммуномодулятор, противовирусное действие, эффективен против гриппа и герпеса.

Патогенетические

Такие противогриппозные препараты действуют на механизм развития заболевания, помогая побороть инфекцию и предотвращая развитие осложнений. К ним относятся:

Группа лекарств	На что влияет	Примеры препаратов	Действующее вещество
Антиоксиданты и витаминосодержащие препараты	Оказывают профилактическое, антиоксидантное, ангиопротекторное (капилярозащищающее) и укрепляющее иммунитет действие.	«Аскорутин»	Витамины С и Р(рутин)
		«Аевит»	Витамины-антиоксиданты А и Е
Антигистаминные препараты	Помогают снять аллергические реакции на лекарственные средства, оказывают быстрый успокаивающий, противорвотный эффект.	«Супрастин», «Прометазин»	Блокаторы гистаминовых рецепторов

Симптоматические

Эти порошки, капли, спреи, таблетки от гриппа – быстродействующие средства против симптомов вирусной интоксикации:

Группа лекарств	На что влияет	Примеры препаратов	Действующее вещество
Муколитики	Способствуют отхождению слизи, регенерации слизистой оболочки бронхов.	«Флюдитек»	Карбоцистеин
		«Флавамед»	Амброксол
Секретолитики	Снимает воспаление слизистой дыхательных путей.	«Синупрет»	На растительной основе
Для лечения насморка	Уменьшает количество выделений, отечность слизистой.	«Називин»	Оксиметазолин
	Сосудосуживающее антиконгестивное вещество.	«Санорин»	Нафазолин

Узнайте, какие лекарства от простуды наиболее эффективны.

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Отзывы

Альбина, 26 лет ­Я с детства при простуде, когда поднимается жар, болит голова, принимаю 3-4 дня «Парацетамол». Одно время повелась на рекламу, пила растворимый «Колдрекс», «Ринзу». После того, как на одном форуме прочитала, какое там действующее вещество продается по баснословной цене, вернулась к проверенному копеечному средству.

Зоя, 32 года ­До беременности у меня часто появлялась простуда на губах, и я боялась, чтобы герпес не проявился во время вынашивания ребенка. Врач приписал мне противогерпесное «Гипорамин». Мне сразу понравилось, что оно на растительной основе. Пропила два месяца, таблетки действительно помогли.

Татьяна, 47 лет ­Моему ребенку приписали «Интерферон». Прочитала инструкцию к ампулам, меня смутило, что он производится фактически из крови доноров, а еще – список его побочных эффектов. Разводила лекарство и капала сыну в нос согласно инструкции. Особого результата не заметила, больше применять не буду.

Внимание! Информация, представленная в статье, носит ознакомительный характер. Материалы статьи не призывают к самостоятельному лечению. Только квалифицированный врач может поставить диагноз и дать рекомендации по лечению, исходя из индивидуальных особенностей конкретного пациента.

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They are easy to find, as most stores place both versions together. 90003 90002 Generic and brand OTC medicines are equally safe, as they must both meet the standards established by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).90003 90002 A pharmacist can help customers choose a suitable remedy for their symptoms. They can recommend products that contain the appropriate active ingredients. 90003 90002 Alternative options for treating a cough or cold include: 90003 90010 90011 getting plenty of rest and fluids 90012 90011 gargling with warm salt water 90012 90011 using a chest rub 90012 90011 using a vaporizer with a few drops of peppermint or eucalyptus oil 90012 90019 90002 Essential oils must not be swallowed as they can be toxic.90003.90000 What You Should Know About Flu Antiviral Drugs 90001 90002 90003 Can flu be treated? 90004 90005 Yes. There are prescription medications called «antiviral drugs» that can be used to treat flu illness. CDC recommends prompt treatment for people who have flu infection or suspected flu infection and who are at high risk of serious flu complications, such as people with asthma, diabetes (including gestational diabetes), or heart disease. 90006 90003 What are antiviral drugs? 90004 90005 Antiviral drugs are prescription medicines (pills, liquid, an inhaled powder, or an intravenous solution) that fight against flu viruses in your body.Antiviral drugs are not sold over-the-counter. You can only get them if you have a prescription from a health care provider. Antiviral drugs are different from antibiotics, which fight against bacterial infections. 90006 90003 What should I do if I think I am sick with flu? 90004 90005 If you get sick with flu, antiviral drugs are a treatment option. Check with your doctor promptly if you are at high risk of serious flu complications (see box below for the full list of high risk factors) and you develop flu symptoms.Flu signs and symptoms can include feeling feverish or having a fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Your doctor may prescribe antiviral drugs to treat your flu illness. 90006 90003 Should I still get a flu vaccine? 90004 90005 Yes. Antiviral drugs are not a substitute for getting a flu vaccine. While flu vaccine can vary in how well it works, a flu vaccine is best way to help prevent seasonal flu and its potentially serious complications.Antiviral drugs are a second line of defense that can be used to 90018 treat 90019 flu (including seasonal flu and variant flu viruses) if you get sick. 90006 90003 What are the benefits of antiviral drugs? 90004 90005 Antiviral treatment works best when started soon after flu illness begins. When treatment is started within two days of becoming sick with flu symptoms, antiviral drugs can lessen fever and flu symptoms, and shorten the time you are sick by about one day. They also may reduce the risk of complications such as ear infections in children, respiratory complications requiring antibiotics, and hospitalization in adults.For people at high risk of serious flu complications, early treatment with an antiviral drug can mean having milder illness instead of more severe illness that might require a hospital stay. For adults hospitalized with flu illness, some studies have reported that early antiviral treatment can reduce their risk of death. 90006 90003 When should antiviral drugs be taken for treatment? 90004 90005 Studies show that flu antiviral drugs work best for treatment when they are started within two days of getting sick.However, starting them later can still be beneficial, especially if the sick person is at high risk of serious flu complications or is in the hospital with more severe illness. Follow instructions for taking these drugs. 90006 90003 What antiviral drugs are recommended this flu season? 90004 90005 There are four FDA-approved antiviral drugs recommended by CDC to treat flu this season. 90006 90005 90034 Generic oseltamivirexternal icon 90035 and Tamiflu® are available as a pill or liquid suspension and are FDA approved for early treatment of flu in people 14 days and older.Zanamivir is a powder that is inhaled and approved for early treatment of flu in people 7 years and older. (90018 Note 90019: Zanamivir (trade name Relenza®) is administered using an inhaler device and is not recommended for people with breathing problems like asthma or COPD.) Peramivir is given intravenously by a health care provider and is approved for early treatment of flu in people 2 years and older. Baloxavir is a pill given as a single dose by mouth and is approved for early treatment of flu in people 12 years and older.(90018 Note 90019: Baloxavir (trade name Xofluza®) is not recommended for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, outpatients with complicated or progressive illness, or hospitalized patients because there is no information about use of baloxavir in these patients.) 90006 90003 How long should antiviral drugs be taken? 90004 90005 Duration of treatment varies depending on the antiviral drug prescribed. Oseltamivir and zanamivir are usually prescribed to be taken twice daily for 5 days, although people hospitalized with flu may need antiviral treatment for longer than 5 days.Peramivir is given one time intravenously over a period of 15 to 30 minutes. Baloxavir is given as a single oral dose. 90006 90005 90046 90047 Top of Page 90006 90003 What are the possible side effects of antiviral drugs? 90004 90005 Side effects vary for each medication. The most common side effects for oseltamivir are nausea and vomiting. Zanamivir can cause bronchospasm, and peramivir can cause diarrhea. Other less common side effects also have been reported. Your health care provider can give you more information about these drugs or you can check the 90034 Food and Drug Administration (FDA) websiteexternal icon 90035 for specific information about antiviral drugs, including the manufacturer’s package insert.90006 90005 Parents, if your child gets sick with flu, antiviral drugs offer a safe and effective treatment option. For treatment, influenza antiviral drugs should ideally be started within 2 days after becoming sick and taken for 5 days. 90006 90003 Can children take antiviral drugs? 90004 90005 Yes. Oseltamivir is recommended by CDC and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for early treatment of flu in people of any age, and for the prevention of flu (i.e., prophylaxis) in people 3 months and older.Zanamivir is recommended for early treatment of flu in people 7 years and older, and for the prevention of flu in people 5 years and older. Peramivir is recommended for early treatment in people 2 years and older. Baloxavir is recommended for early treatment of flu in people 12 years and older. 90006 90005 If your child’s health care provider prescribes oseltamivir capsules for your child and your child can not swallow capsules, the prescribed capsules may be opened, mixed with a thick sweetened liquid, and given that way.Learn more here. 90006 90003 Can pregnant women take antiviral drugs? 90004 90005 Yes. Oral oseltamivir is recommended for treatment of pregnant women with flu because compared to other recommended antiviral medications, it has the most studies available to suggest that it is safe and beneficial during pregnancy. Baloxavir is not recommended for pregnant women or breastfeeding mothers, as there are no available efficacy or safety data. 90006 90003 Who should take antiviral drugs? 90004 90005 It’s very important that flu antiviral drugs are started as soon as possible to treat hospitalized flu patients, people who are very sick with flu but who do not need to be hospitalized, and people who are at high risk of serious flu complications based on their age or health if they develop flu symptoms.Although other people with mild illness who are not at high risk of flu complications may also be treated early with antiviral drugs by their doctor, most people who are otherwise healthy and get flu do not need to be treated with antiviral drugs. 90006 .90000 90001 List of Cold Symptoms Medications (288 Compared) 90002 90003 90004 90005 Benadryl 90006 90004 Rx / OTC 90006 90004 B 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 X 90006 90004 2 reviews 90006 90004 90018 9.5 90019 90006 90004 90006 90023 90003 90025 90018 90027 Generic name: 90028 diphenhydramine systemic 90019 90018 90027 Drug class: 90028 miscellaneous anxiolytics, sedatives and hypnotics, antihistamines, anticholinergic antiemetics, anticholinergic antiparkinson agents 90019 90018 90027 For consumers: 90028 dosage, interactions, side effects 90019 90018 90027 For professionals: 90028 Prescribing Information 90019 90006 90023 90003 90045 90023 90003 90004 90005 diphenhydramine 90006 90004 Rx / OTC 90006 90004 B 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 X 90006 90004 5 reviews 90006 90004 90018 6.8 90019 90006 90004 90006 90023 90003 90025 90018 90027 Generic name: 90028 diphenhydramine systemic 90019 90018 90027 Brand names: 90028 Benadryl, Benadryl Allergy, Banophen, Benadryl Children’s Allergy, Diphedryl, Diphen, Complete Allergy Relief, Allermax, Dicopanol, Diphenhist, Dytuss, Scot-Tussin Allergy, Siladryl Allergy, Silphen Cough, Twilite, Valu-Dryl, Vanamine PD, Vicks QlearQuil Nighttime Allergy Relief … show all 90019 90018 90027 Drug class: 90028 miscellaneous anxiolytics, sedatives and hypnotics, antihistamines, anticholinergic antiemetics, anticholinergic antiparkinson agents 90019 90018 90027 For consumers: 90028 dosage, interactions, 90019 90018 90027 For professionals: 90028 A-Z Drug Facts, AHFS DI Monograph, Prescribing Information 90019 90006 90023 90003 90045 90023 90003 90004 90005 Vicks Nyquil D Cold and Flu Nighttime Relief 90006 90004 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 X 90006 90004 5 reviews 90006 90004 90018 8.2 90019 90006 90004 90006 90023 90003 90025 90018 90027 Generic name: 90028 acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / doxylamine / pseudoephedrine systemic 90019 90018 90027 Drug class: 90028 upper respiratory combinations 90019 90018 90027 For consumers: 90028 dosage, interactions, side effects 90019 90006 90023 90003 90045 90023 90003 90004 90005 chlorpheniramine 90006 90004 Rx / OTC 90006 90004 B 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 X 90006 90004 3 reviews 90006 90004 90018 6.7 90019 90006 90004 90006 90023 90003 90025 90018 90027 Generic name: 90028 chlorpheniramine systemic 90019 90018 90027 Brand names: 90028 Chlor-Trimeton, Wal-finate, Aller-Chlor, Allergy Relief, C.P.M., Chlo-Amine, Chlor-Mal, ChlorTan, Ed-Chlortan, Ed ChlorPed, Ed Chlor Ped Jr., Topco Allergy … show all 90019 90018 90027 Drug class: 90028 antihistamines 90019 90018 90027 For consumers: 90028 dosage, interactions, 90019 90018 90027 For professionals: 90028 A-Z Drug Facts, Prescribing Information 90019 90006 90023 90003 90045 90023 90003 90004 90005 Benadryl Allergy 90006 90004 Rx / OTC 90006 90004 B 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 X 90006 90004 1 review 90006 90004 90018 7.0 90019 90006 90004 90006 90023 90003 90025 90018 90027 Generic name: 90028 diphenhydramine systemic 90019 90018 90027 Drug class: 90028 miscellaneous anxiolytics, sedatives and hypnotics, antihistamines, anticholinergic antiemetics, anticholinergic antiparkinson agents 90019 90018 90027 For consumers: 90028 dosage, interactions, side effects 90019 90006 90023 90003 90045 90023 90003 90004 90005 Coricidin HBP Cold & Flu 90006 90004 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 X 90006 90004 8 reviews 90006 90004 90018 6.3 90019 90006 90004 90006 90023 90003 90025 90018 90027 Generic name: 90028 acetaminophen / chlorpheniramine systemic 90019 90018 90027 Drug class: 90028 upper respiratory combinations 90019 90018 90027 For consumers: 90028 dosage, interactions, side effects 90019 90006 90023 90003 90045 90023 90003 90004 90005 Vicks DayQuil Severe Cold & Flu 90006 90004 Rx / OTC 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 X 90006 90004 Add review 90006 90004 90018 0.0 90019 90006 90004 90006 90023 90003 90025 90018 90027 Generic name: 90028 acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / guaifenesin / phenylephrine systemic 90019 90018 90027 Drug class: 90028 upper respiratory combinations 90019 90018 90027 For consumers: 90028 dosage, interactions, side effects 90019 90006 90023 90003 90045 90023 90003 90004 90005 Vicks Dayquil Daytime Cold / Flu (old 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90004 Add review 90006 90004 90018 0.0 90019 90006 90004 90006 90023 90003 90025 90018 90027 Generic name: 90028 acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / phenylephrine systemic 90019 90018 90027 Drug class: 90028 upper respiratory combinations 90019 90018 90027 For consumers: 90028 dosage, interactions, side effects 90019 90006 90023 90003 90045 90023 90003 90004 90005 Vicks NyQuil Severe Cold & Flu 90006 90004 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 X 90006 90004 Add review 90006 90004 90018 0.0 90019 90006 90004 90006 90023 90003 90025 90018 90027 Generic name: 90028 acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / doxylamine / phenylephrine systemic 90019 90018 90027 Drug class: 90028 upper respiratory combinations 90019 90018 90027 For consumers: 90028 dosage, interactions, side effects 90019 90006 90023 90003 90045 90023 90003 90004 90005 Promethazine DM 90006 90004 Rx 90006 90004 C 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 X 90006 90004 1 review 90006 90004 90018 10 90019 90006 90004 90006 90023 90003 90025 90018 90027 Generic name: 90028 dextromethorphan / promethazine systemic 90019 90018 90027 Drug class: 90028 upper respiratory combinations 90019 90018 90027 For consumers: 90028 dosage, interactions, side effects 90019 90018 90027 For professionals: 90028 Prescribing Information 90019 90006 90023 90003 90045 90023 90003 90004 90005 Tylenol Cold & Flu Severe 90006 90004 Rx / OTC 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 X 90006 90004 Add review 90006 90004 90018 0.0 90019 90006 90004 90006 90023 90003 90025 90018 90027 Generic name: 90028 acetaminophen / dextromethorphan / guaifenesin / phenylephrine systemic 90019 90018 90027 Drug class: 90028 upper respiratory combinations 90019 90018 90027 For consumers: 90028 dosage, interactions, side effects 90019 90006 90023 90003 90045 90023 90003 90004 90005 Coricidin HBP Maximum Strength Flu 90006 90004 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 X 90006 90004 Add review 90006 90004 90018 0.0 90019 90006 90004 90006 90023 90003 90025 90018 90027 Generic name: 90028 acetaminophen / chlorpheniramine / dextromethorphan systemic 90019 90018 90027 Drug class: 90028 upper respiratory combinations 90019 90018 90027 For consumers: 90028 dosage, interactions, side effects 90019 90006 90023 90003 90045 90023 90003 90004 90005 Theraflu Nighttime Severe Cold & Cough 90006 90004 Rx / OTC 90006 90004 C 90006 90004 N 90006 90004 X 90006 90004 1 review 90006 90004 90018 1.0 90019 90006 90004 90006 90023 90003 90025 90018 90027 Generic name: 90028 acetaminophen / diphenhydramine / phenylephrine systemic 90019 90018 90027 Drug class: 90028 upper respiratory combinations 90019 90018 90027 For consumers: 90028 dosage, interactions, side effects 90019 90006 90023 90003 90045 90023 90003 90004 90005 Tussionex Pennkinetic 90006 90004 Rx 90006 90004 C 90006 90004 2 90006 90004 X 90006 90004 14 reviews 90006 90004 90018 7.6 90019 90006 90004 90006 90023 90003 90025 90018 90027 Generic name: 90028 chlorpheniramine / hydrocodone systemic 90019 90018 90027 Drug 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anticholinergic antiemetics, anticholinergic antiparkinson agents 90019 90018 90027 For consumers: 90028 dosage, interactions, side effects 90019 90006 90023 90003 90045 90023 91047.