What does kanefron pills treat? How to take "Kanefron" - before or after meals? Pregnancy use

19.07.2020 Diets

"KANEFRON": composition

The solution contains alcoholic herbal extracts:

  • centaury: increases the production of bile, enhances intestinal peristalsis, bile and urinary tract, relieves pain, reduces inflammation, has a minimal anthelmintic and laxative effect;
  • lovage root: has a diuretic effect, stimulates the digestive tract, reduces appetite;
  • rosemary leaves: stimulates smooth muscle fibers (they are in blood vessels, all hollow organs), soothes, improves blood circulation in internal organs(including in the brain), has antibacterial and antifungal action, relieves pain.

The mixture of extracts is diluted to 100 ml with purified water. Film-coated tablets contain:

  • crushed mixture of such medicinal herbs like centaury, lovage, rosemary;
  • additional substances (stabilizers and preservatives): lactose, magnesium stearate, corn starch, silicon dioxide, povidone K25;
  • the shell is made of calcium carbonate, castor oil , glucose, dye, corn starch, dextrin, wax, povidone K30, riboflavin, shellac, sucrose, talc, titanium dioxide.

Additional substances do not react with each other, they are safe for health.

The German pharmaceutical company Bionorica SE produces two types of medicine: water solution(drops) and film-coated tablets. The blister is designed for 20 tablets, the pack contains 3 blisters.

How does it affect the body? (Pharmacodynamics)

It has several effects at the same time:

  • antibacterial and antimicrobial agent, it blocks the reproduction and development of pathogenic microflora that causes inflammation of the urinary tract;
  • antispasmodic, normalizing the contractions of smooth muscle fibers, which are necessary for the normal functioning of the kidneys, ureters, urethra, it reduces or completely removes pain caused by illness;
  • diuretic: increases the amount of urine, the rate of filling Bladder, which helps to get rid of pathogenic bacteria, relieve swelling.

As the only herbal remedy, it can be used to treat children over 5 years old, pregnant, lactating. For adults, it is included in combination therapy, adding a course of antibiotics and other drugs. Clinical researches proved that the use of the drug several times reduces the number of exacerbations of chronic infections, allows you to quickly stop the acute process, preventing its transition to a chronic form. One of the contraindications for treatment with drops or tablets is an allergy to herbs or additional components.

Indications for use:

Phyto-medicine is actively used in the practice of general therapy and in urology for:

  • pyelonephritis;
  • cystitis;
  • glomerulonephritis;
  • interstitial nephritis;
  • urolithiasis, especially as a result of the removal or crushing of stones.

The drug is contraindicated:

  • with exacerbation of gastric ulcer or 12 duodenal ulcer;
  • children of the first year of life - in drops;
  • children under 6 years old - in tablet form;
  • people who are intolerant to lactose, fructose or sucrose - in tablet form;
  • for alcoholics - in drops.

The drug is prescribed with caution to patients with:

  • liver failure
  • cardiovascular diseases,
  • renal failure.

The drug has no side effects proven during clinical trials.

"KANEFRON": instructions for use

During the course of treatment, an adult should drink at least two liters of liquid (juice, compote, fruit drink, tea, etc.) per day. Reception does not depend on food intake, but in accordance with the instructions for use, "Kanefron" is best taken 1 - 2 hours before meals.

How to take it right?

Dose, method of administration, depends on age, weight, dosage form:

  • Tablets for children over 5 years old are given one 3 times a day.
  • Adults weighing up to 60 kg, 1 tablet, over 60 kg - 2 tablets 3 times a day.
  • Full course - 30 days
  • When taken for the prevention of exacerbation, you can limit yourself to two weeks.

Kanephron N is one of the few drugs that can and should be prescribed to pregnant women for the treatment of pyelonephritis and preventive purposes... Standard dosage is allowed: 2 tablets / 50 drops 3 times a day. It can be used both in monotherapy and in addition to antibiotic therapy if there is a pathogenic microflora in the urine culture. Kanephron N is safe for mom and baby, exacerbation of pyelonephritis will cause more harm than taking this phytopreparation.

"KANEFRON": instructions for use (drops)

The difference between drops and tablets of Canephron lies in the volume and concentration of the active substances contained in it.

Mode of application:

  1. Shake the bottle initially: a small amount of sediment may form.
  2. Oral drops are allowed for children from one year old.
  3. Permissible dosage:
  • up to 50 drops - for adults,
  • 25 drops for children from 5 years old,
  • 15 drops for children from one year.
  1. The solution is given by mixing drops with another liquid.
  2. Reception frequency - 3 times a day
  3. The solution is slightly bitter, therefore, according to the instructions for use, a drop of kanefron can be taken by children by adding them to sweetened water or a small amount of sweet juice.

"KANEFRON" (tablets): price

Due to a number of factors, the price of canephron tablets may vary depending on the region of sale, the percentage markup of the pharmaceutical network, etc.

  1. WER.RU - 496 rubles;
  2. Eurofarm - 590 rubles;
  3. Dialogue - 521 rubles;
  4. IPK pharmacy - 648 rubles;
  5. Maksavit - 456 rubles;
  6. Pharmacy - 462 rubles.

"KANEFRON" (drops): price

The drug can be purchased freely, without a prescription from a doctor. The average price for kanefron drops is approximately 500 rubles:

  1. WER.RU - 438 rubles;
  2. Eurofarm - 510 rubles;
  3. Dialogue - 465 rubles;
  4. IPK pharmacy - 626 rubles;
  5. Maksavit - 417 rubles;
  6. Pharmacy - 423 rubles.

"KANEFRON": analogues

There is no analogue that would have a completely identical composition with this phytopreparation. You can replace pills with drugs such as:

Urolesan- Ukrainian drug, which is produced in the form of an alcoholic extract for oral administration and capsules. Price - from 320 rubles (per drops) - 360 rubles (per capsule).

Phytolysin- Polish phytopreparation, which began to be produced in coated tablets. Previously, only pasta for making a drink was on sale. Allowed for pregnant women to prevent exacerbation of pyelonephritis. Price - 336 rubles (capsules), 448 rubles (paste).

Cyston- Indian medicine produced in the form of capsules and powder based on extracts of 7 medicinal herbs. It has an antispasmodic antimicrobial effect. It is prescribed for the treatment of urinary tract infections, gout, urolithiasis. Price - from 430 rubles

An effect similar to drops is exerted by:

Fitonefrol- urological fee from Krasnogorskleksredstvo. Sold in bulk and in filter bags. Price - 82 - 117 rubles.

Nephron - herbal tea from the Russian company "Soik", sold in filter packages. Price - 79 rubles.

Replacing kanephron with analogs in the form of another drug or phyto-collection, it is necessary to understand that it has its own characteristics, which can be repeated only in a drug that is completely identical in composition. That is why the attending physician, knowing about the existence of nephron or phytolysin, deliberately prescribes Canephron.

"KANEFRON": reviews

Reviews about drops

I met Kanefron during pregnancy, when after 22 weeks I started pyelonephritis. Before that, I did not know where the kidneys are located. The doctor first prescribed me 7 days of antibiotic injections, and at the same time told me to drink kanefron for a month. Gave birth without any problems. After that, I forgot about the pills for 5 years, until I got my feet wet in the fall. Severe cystitis began. I kicked my husband to the pharmacy, again drank the kanefron for a month and pah-pah: everything is calm for the third year.

Reviews of pills

I myself drink kanephron so that pyelonephritis does not worsen. The kidneys are a weak point since adolescence. Here my daughter for 7 years went to the store in jeans in winter. I went to the toilet 5 or 6 times at night. I took it immediately on kanefron (1 tablet 3 times a day). She immediately stopped running to the toilet every hour, but the course was drunk completely. For a year and a half, everything is fine. An excellent drug.

The little daughter fell ill with cystitis. The doctor said that at 3 years old it is better not to drink pills, but in drops. I bought it, tried it - disgusting. I began to drip peach juice or sweet fruit juice from jam into a spoon, give kanefron there and so on. The number did not work. I just had to add it to a mug of juice. The baby felt better after the second dose, but I gave drops for 14 days so that, God forbid, I would not get sick again. Now I keep it in my home medicine cabinet. A very good medicine.


Instructions for the use of Kanefron indicate that it is a safe and effective herbal preparation intended for the treatment of urological diseases. Due to its natural composition, Canephron is widely used in practice, used to treat adult patients, pregnant and lactating women.

Kanefron: description and composition of the drug

Kanephron (Kanefron N) - combination drug component based vegetable origin... Provides antispasmodic, diuretic, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects.

Active components show a pronounced therapeutic effect and reduce the intensity in a short time inflammatory process, relieve urinary tract spasm, normalize the urination process and help relieve pain in the bladder. The drug activates the excretion of nitrous acid metabolic products (urea, creatinine, uric acid) from the body.

The phytopreparation is based on the following components:

  • dry rosemary leaves;
  • centaury grass;
  • lovage root + and a number of auxiliary components.

A well-chosen composition of medicinal herbs containing essential oils, biologically active substances and phenol carboxylic acids, provides the necessary antiseptic effect, reduces the excretion of protein in the urine, prevents repeated exacerbations of cystitis and other chronic inflammatory diseases of the urinary tract.

The drug can be used in conjunction with, it is characterized by good tolerance, can be used for a long time, which can significantly improve the functions of the kidneys and bladder.

Forms of issue

Canephron N is available in the form of pills (tablets) and oral solution (many call it syrup or drops of Canephron).

Canephron tablets look like orange, round dragees, each of which contains 18 g of vegetable base (in powder form) and excipients. Dragee Kanefron 20 pieces are packed in blisters and placed in cardboard boxes. The pack can contain 3 or 6 blisters with dragees.

Drops Kanefron - transparent solution of yellow-brown color with a characteristic herbal aroma. The Kanefron solution is available in 100 ml vials, equipped with a dropper for the convenience of dosing the drug.

To obtain 100 ml of an aqueous-alcoholic extract, extracts from 600 mg of each herbal medicinal component are used. Purified water and ethanol act as auxiliary substances. During the storage of the Kanephron solution, precipitation is allowed, which does not affect the therapeutic efficacy of the drug.

When is Canephron prescribed?

  • chronic cystitis;
  • chronic pyelonephritis;
  • chronic non-infectious kidney disease ( interstitial nephritis, glomerulonephritis).

For the purpose, the drug is prescribed to prevent the development of urolithiasis, as well as to eliminate the risk of relapse (re-formation of stones). During pregnancy, the drug is used to prevent edema and maintain kidney function.

It is advisable to prescribe Kanephron for cystitis and pyelonephritis in combination with antibiotics, uroseptics and bacteriophages, this allows you to quickly eliminate unpleasant symptoms and accelerate recovery.

Instructions for use

According to the instructions, Canephron dragees should be taken without chewing and drinking a sufficient amount of liquid. The solution (drops of Kanefron) must first be diluted in a small amount of water before taking. The annotation to the drug does not clearly indicate when it is best to take the drug - before or after a meal. Therefore, the drug can be used regardless of food intake.

The dosage of Canephron pills is selected by the doctor individually, taking into account the patient's age. Standard dose for children school age and adults is 6 tablets per day. This amount of the drug is divided into three doses.

Canephron for young children is prescribed in the form of drops (solution). However, this does not mean that drops cannot be used for adult patients - the doctor may recommend any form of the drug for use.

The children's form of the drug is drops, and they can even be prescribed to breastfed babies. It should be borne in mind that the drops have a bitter taste, therefore, when treating a child, it is better to dilute them with juice or sweet tea.

The dosage of Canephron solution is as follows:

  • for adult patients - 50 drops;
  • for schoolchildren - 25 drops:
  • for preschoolers - 15 drops;
  • for babies - 10 drops.

Good to know

The frequency of taking the drug is three times a day.

How much to take Canephron? Both forms of the drug can be used for a long time. The duration of treatment depends on the form of the drug and the degree of neglect of the inflammatory process. Canephron should not be canceled immediately after improvement in the condition, it should be taken until complete recovery and some time after the end of the course of therapy.

The dosage of the drug and the duration of the course of treatment can be changed by the attending physician, taking into account the individual characteristics of the patient, his age, the severity of the symptoms of the underlying disease. If necessary, you can undergo several courses of treatment with this safe means throughout the year.

Contraindications

The drug Kanefron is created on the basis of natural ingredients, therefore it is well tolerated by patients and has a limited number of contraindications. Among them:

  • exacerbation of gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer;
  • renal failure;
  • individual intolerance to any of the components of the drug;
  • age up to 6 years (for pills);
  • age up to 1 year (for drops).

Another limitation concerns the Canephron solution. It is not recommended to prescribe it for chronic patients, as well as for persons who have undergone treatment for alcohol dependence, since the ingredients of the drug are dissolved in an alcohol base.

With extreme caution and under the supervision of a physician, the drug should be prescribed for liver diseases. In addition, you should not take this remedy for the purpose of relieving edema associated with heart or kidney failure.

Kanephron for children

Many parents are interested in whether it is possible for children to take Canephron drops? There is reason for doubt, because the solution, which is prescribed even to babies, contains ethanol.

In fact, babies are given small doses of the drug, which are preliminarily diluted with liquid and the alcohol content in such a volume is so minimal that it in no way can have a negative effect on the health of the baby. Therefore, pediatricians believe that this remedy is safe and can be used even in infants from one year of age. Moreover, the solution can be combined with other medicines and apply for a long time.

The only limitation to the use of Canephron drops in children is individual intolerance to the components, the consequence of which may be allergic reactions.

Side effects

In patients with individual sensitivity, the phytopreparation can provoke itchy skin, hyperemia, rash like urticaria. Reactions such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea are observed only in extremely rare cases. If undesirable reactions occur, the drug should be discontinued and a doctor should be consulted to adjust the course of treatment.

However, there are acute reactions that require urgent medical care... These are conditions such as urinary disturbance, urinary retention or urinary retention. If they occur while taking the drug, you must call an ambulance.

Canephron during pregnancy

The herbal preparation is approved for use during pregnancy. However, before starting treatment, you should definitely consult a doctor who will select the optimal dosages and treatment regimen, taking into account the peculiarities of the course of the pathological process.

Self-medication is dangerous, it can lead to unpredictable consequences that can negatively affect the course of pregnancy. The dose of the drug for a pregnant woman can be standard, or reduced if the doctor recommends taking Canephron for prophylactic purposes.

In some situations, the doctor may adjust the dose on an individual basis, for example, when treating a disease, reduce single dose up to 30 or 20 drops. It all depends on the characteristics of the disease and the general well-being of the woman.

During the course of therapy with Kanefron, it is recommended to drink more fluids. Patients with diabetes mellitus you should take the drug in the form of pills with extreme caution, since each of them contains digestible carbohydrates (at least 0.04 bread units).

The indicated therapeutic doses should not be exceeded, since an overdose of the drug may affect the speed of psychomotor reactions and the ability to drive vehicles or dangerous mechanisms.

Before using the Kanefron solution, the bottle must first be shaken. It should be stored in upright position, out of the reach of children, protected from direct sunlight.

Analogs

The drug Kanefron contains in its composition a unique set of natural components, therefore it has no structural analogs. But this remedy can be replaced by other medicines with a similar therapeutic effect. Among them are the following agents for the treatment of cystitis:

  • Afala;
  • Alphacet;
  • Bioprost;
  • Vitaprost;
  • Zinnat;
  • Klamosar;
  • McMiror;
  • Monural;
  • Prostanorm;
  • Uroprost;
  • Phytolysin;
  • Cyston, etc.

For pregnant women, the doctor can replace this remedy by prescribing drugs, Fitolizin or Monurel, approved for use during this crucial period.

Price

Kanefron is a non-prescription drug. Tablets and solution can be freely purchased at any pharmacy. Average drug price:

  1. Kanefron dragee (60 pcs.) - from 420 rubles;
  2. Kanefron solution (100ml) - from 380 rubles.

It should be noted that it is more profitable to buy drops (solution) of Kanefron. One bottle is enough for a full course of treatment for a month, while a package containing 60 pills is enough for only 10 days. That is, a course of treatment with a pill form will cost three times more.

Update: December 2018

Kanephron N is a combined herbal preparation with antispasmodic, diuretic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory effects. It is prescribed as a drug for basic and auxiliary therapy for various diseases urinary system, such as chronic pyelonephritis, cystitis, glomerulonephritis, etc., and is also used for the prevention of KSD.

The therapeutic effect of Kanefron is due to the therapeutic effect of the plants that are part of:

  • lovage is rich in phenol carboxylic acids and phthalides;
  • centaury is saturated with flavonoids, glycosides, phenolic acids and alkaloids;
  • Is a source of rosemary acid, flavonoids and essential oil.

Pharmgroup: Phytopreparation for urinary tract and kidney treatment.

Composition, physical and chemical properties, price

The drug is available in 2 forms: dragee and solution, which are prescribed for internal administration.

Dragee Solution
Basic substance

In 1 tablet - 18 mg of crushed raw materials:

lovage root, centaury herb, rosemary leaves

600 mg of centaury herb, rosemary leaves, lovage root, which make up a water-alcohol extract of 29 gr.
Excipients Colloidal silicon dioxide, povidone, iron oxide red, riboflavin E101, calcium carbonate, dextrose, lactose monohydrate, corn starch, glycolic wax, corn oil, sucrose, shellac, talc, titanium dioxide. Purified water in a volume of 71 gr.
Physicochemical properties Dragee round and orange in color, biconvex, with a smooth surface. The solution is slightly cloudy or transparent, yellowish-brown in color, with an aromatic odor. During storage, a precipitate may form.
Package

20 pills in contour packs, nested in cardboard boxes (60 pills per pack)

50 or 100 ml in vials with a drip device

Price 350-450 rub. RUB 340-400

pharmachologic effect

Essential oils in the composition of the drug have diuretic effect, promote vasodilation of the kidneys and improve the blood supply to the renal epithelium, slowing down the process of water absorption and sodium salts... Also, the increased excretion of urine contributes to the active elimination of microorganisms from the body. The excretion of fluid is not accompanied by a loss of potassium, which means that water-salt balance does not change. Active excretion of urates is the prevention of urolithiasis.

Rosmarinic acid and flavonoids have anti-inflammatory effects, promote smooth muscle relaxation and antispasmodic effect... In kidney disease, the drug reduces the amount of protein excreted in the urine. The antibacterial effect of the drug stops the growth of bacteria, including those insensitive to antibacterial drugs, prevents their further spread throughout the body.

Due to its diuretic effect, Canephron also eliminates edema and can be prescribed during pregnancy.

Pharmacokinetics

This pharmacokinetics is not presented in the instructions for use of Kanefron.

Indications for use

As a drug complex therapy with diseases:

  • acute and chronic pyelonephritis, cystitis, glomerulonephritis;
  • chronic interstitial nephritis.

Effective for the prevention of urolithiasis, often prescribed after removal or crushing of stones for their early removal.

- normalizes urination, relieves pain and inflammation. In the acute course of the disease, it is prescribed as an auxiliary drug, and in the chronic course, the drug can be used as monotherapy and taken in courses.

Contraindications

  • Alcoholism and the state after the treatment of alcoholism (solution for the dosage form);
  • Individual intolerance to the constituents of the drug;
  • For children, Canephron is not prescribed until 1 year old (solution) and up to 6 years old (dragee).

The solution is prescribed with caution for liver pathologies.

Canephron during pregnancy and lactation

When breastfeeding and pregnancy, Canephron is not contraindicated, and, as a safe herbal preparation, it can be prescribed for diseases such as pyelonephritis, glomerulonephritis, cystitis, interstitial nephritis, as well as for edema. However, like any other drug taken during these critical periods, it must be prescribed by a doctor.

Side effects

As practice shows, the use of Kanephron during long periods of treatment is not accompanied by side effects. After taking Kanefron, allergies may develop, and dyspeptic disorders may also occur, in which treatment should be discontinued.

Dosage

Treatment with Kanefron should be accompanied by drinking plenty of water. Treatment is carried out in courses, the duration of which is determined by the specific disease.

How to use:

Dragee should not be chewed, taken whole and washed down with water. The solution is diluted in water. Since the taste of the solution is bitter, it can be diluted in sweetish liquids. The bottle is shaken each time and is held vertically during dispensing. Despite the content of ethanol in the preparation, in therapeutic doses it does not affect the ability to control cars and mechanisms.

The dosage of the drug varies depending on the age of the patient:

Overdose

No cases of drug overdose were found.

Drug interactions

When combined with antibiotics, the effectiveness of the latter increases.

Kanefron's analogs

No drugs with a similar composition have been registered at the moment. Canephron and Canephron N are one and the same drug.

Diseases of the urinary tract always cause a lot of inconvenience and significantly reduce the quality of life. For example, an exacerbation of cystitis can become an obstacle to a long-awaited date, and pyelonephritis can even drive you to a hospital bed. It is not surprising that people suffering from these problems always try to have the right remedy on hand that can quickly relieve another attack and prevent a relapse. It is good if the drug does not have side effects and consists of natural ingredients... Almost everyone who suffers from diseases of the urinary tract is familiar with the tablets "Kanefron". They appeared in our country not so long ago, but have already managed to gain popularity and prove their effectiveness. Nevertheless, patients have a lot of questions about the drug. How effective are its analogues? Instructions for use for the "Kanefron" tablets contain all the necessary information, but is it possible to calculate the dosage from it? At what age is it permissible to use of this drug? Today we will answer these and many other questions to our readers.

We describe the medicine

"Kanefron" tablets are foreign drugs. They were first produced in Germany and have been known there for almost a hundred years. Over the years, the pills have become very popular due to the fact that they can be taken by almost all groups of the population, and the side effects are so minor that they indicate their absence.

Doctors usually prescribe antibiotics to treat urinary tract infections. However, they harm the body, are not always effective, and in many situations they simply cannot be taken by patients. This applies, for example, to pregnant women who often face the problem of cystitis, but due to their position are limited in the choice of drugs. The instructions for use for tablets "Kanefron" indicate that they can be freely taken by children, pregnant and lactating women. Rave patient reviews confirm given fact, therefore, many make their choice in favor of this drug.

It should be borne in mind that in cases of prevention and on initial stage diseases of the tablet "Kanefron" will be very useful as monotherapy. But when the infectious process has been launched and intoxication of the body is observed, it will be impossible to do with one herbal preparation. In the instructions for use for the tablets "Kanefron" it is noted that they perfectly interact with various drugs, including antibiotics. The remedy only enhances the effect of other drugs, which means that the patient's condition will normalize faster.

Let's talk about the composition

From the instructions for the tablets "Kanefron" you can find out the composition of the drug. According to the manufacturer, it is completely vegetable. The components of the drug grow in large quantities in many regions of Eurasia, and about them healing properties has been known since time immemorial.

To the main active substances tablets "Kanefron" (instructions for use give a complete description of the drug) include four medicinal plants:

  • rosemary;
  • lovage;
  • rose hip;
  • centaury.

It should be borne in mind that each tablet contains the components in equal amounts. This balance provides high efficiency the drug and its ability to quickly relieve unpleasant symptoms of urinary tract diseases.

Each tablet of "Kanefron" has a shell, consisting of a large number of auxiliary components. Pharmacists have at least thirteen constituents, but we will name only a few of them:

  • sucrose;
  • talc;
  • corn starch;
  • riboflavin;
  • mountain wax.

In addition to the already listed components in the tablets "Kanefron", judging by the instructions for use, contain povidone and lactose.

In what forms is the drug produced?

In this article, we are primarily interested in the description and use of "Kanefron" in tablets, however, in Russian pharmacies, you can find this drug in the form of drops. It is no less effective, but it is prescribed mainly for children who cannot swallow pills.

The instructions for use for the tablets "Kanefron" indicate that they have round shape and a smooth surface. Each dragee is colored in a bright orange shade, their distinctive feature can be considered as bulges on both sides.

As a part of tablets of eighteen milligrams of each active substance, auxiliary components are introduced in pills in different concentrations. Their main purpose is to ensure the penetration of the drug into the patient's blood. With their help, the therapeutic effect is enhanced, so the relief from the intake comes much faster.

The tablets are packaged in packs of sixty pieces. In reviews of the dosage of Kanefron tablets, patients often write that one pack is not enough for a course of treatment. Therefore, it is worth immediately purchasing two packages of the drug; in some cases, the doctor may extend the pill intake for a few more weeks.

Drops "Kanefron" have a yellowish-brown tint and are distinguished by a certain turbidity of the solution. Precipitation is also permissible, usually it is formed already during storage. Each package contains one bottle of a drug with a volume of fifty or one hundred milliliters.

I would like to note that there are practically no auxiliary components in the drops of the drug. The instructions indicate only pure water, however, please note that the drops are made on an alcohol basis, so pregnant women should refuse them. Despite the fact that "Kanefron" is safe for children and is often prescribed even for babies under one year old, you should not use it without a doctor's recommendation. Perhaps, in your case, a different drug is much more suitable for the baby.

The therapeutic effect of the components of the drug

In reviews of the "Kanefron" tablets, its high efficiency is often mentioned. But many patients remain unclear about the mechanism of its action, because some believe that the herbal complex can be used only as a supplement and will not have desired effect with monotherapy.

In fact, the herbs contained in the "Kanefron" tablets (they are described in the instructions for use) have a powerful effect on the body, thanks to essential oils and flavonoids.

For example, a centaury has a mass various properties: it increases appetite, helps with skin problems, but primarily treats the bladder and kidneys. There are quite a lot of phenolic acids and glycosides in this plant; whole shoots of centaury are used in the production of the medicine.

Rosemary is rich in flavonoids, essential oils and a special acid found only in this plant. In addition to therapeutic effect for the urinary tract, rosemary leaves relieve nervous tension and have a choleretic effect.

The root of lovage, used in the preparation, has a diuretic effect and complements other plants.

The action of "Kanefron" on the body

The instructions for the "Kanefron" tablets and reviews about it are extremely briefly described therapeutic effect drug for urinary tract infections. We will talk about this in more detail.

First of all, judging by the instructions for use for the tablets "Kanefron" and patient reviews, they have a pronounced diuretic effect. This is distinctive feature drugs of this group, however, it retains the potassium so necessary for the body in a constant concentration. Consequently, there is no violation of the water-salt balance. In parallel, the medicine expands blood vessels kidneys, providing blood flow to this organ. Due to this, excess fluid is quickly excreted from the body, and sodium salts are not absorbed.

"Kanefron" is an excellent prevention of urolithiasis. It is prescribed for certain indications or in cases where kidney stones have already been detected and the procedure for crushing them has been performed. Decay products are removed from the body very quickly and almost painlessly.

Tablets "Kanefron" during pregnancy are prescribed quite often. They are not only an excellent prevention of problems with the urinary system, but also perfectly remove excess protein, which is quite often reflected in the analyzes of women expecting a baby.

"Kanefron" has an anti-inflammatory effect, so it can be used in exacerbation of diseases or as a means to prevent their occurrence. The antibacterial effect of the drug was also noted. It is able to stop the growth of even those bacteria that are not sensitive to most antibiotics. Tablets disrupt their vital processes and remove them from the body.

The drug quickly and effectively relieves painful spasms. Due to the action of essential oils, it relaxes smooth muscles, therefore, literally after the first days of admission, the patient feels relief from his condition.

Indications for appointment

"Kanefron" requires the consumption of a large amount of liquid, and every doctor who prescribes these pills informs the patient about this. The reason for their admission may be an existing illness or preventive measures(this usually happens with pregnant women).

The drug has shown itself very well for infections and inflammations. urinary system... This group of problems includes, for example, such common cystitis and pyelonephritis. If the disease proceeds without fever, chills and severe pain, then the medicine can be taken without the addition of other means. Otherwise, the doctor will add antibiotics and other drugs, most of which go well with each other.

"Kanephron" is also effective for such severe kidney damage as glomerulonephritis. It prevents the formation of kidney and bladder stones. Therefore, it is often prescribed as a preventive measure.

Often, this medicine is prescribed for the treatment of nephritis and urethritis. However, it should be borne in mind that "Kanefron" belongs to a group of drugs that involve a fairly long course of treatment. Often it is repeated at regular intervals in order to consolidate the effect obtained.

Contraindications

Since the drug is considered the safest possible, it is easy to imagine that it has a rather narrow list of contraindications. It is strictly forbidden to drink tablets and solution "Kanefron" to persons who suffer peptic ulcer or other diseases gastrointestinal tract... Individual intolerance may occur to the herbal components of the drug, therefore, in such cases, its reception should be canceled.

Do not use the drug for babies under one year old, children under six years old are usually prescribed only drops of "Kanefron". Older children and adults can take both liquid and tablet form of the drug.

With some caution, it is necessary to treat the medicine in the form of drops for persons who suffer from alcohol dependence and for pregnant women.

Instructions for the use of tablets "Kanefron"

The dosage for adults and children is always prescribed by a doctor, but if necessary, you can navigate yourself in the peculiarities of taking the drug. The tablets are supposed to be taken with plenty of liquid and not chewed. Usually they are taken before meals, but in the reviews it is noted that it is not forbidden to drink pills after eating. An adult patient must take two tablets at a time, the frequency of administration is three. The course of treatment lasts on average two weeks, after a month and a half it can be repeated. In some cases, the attending physician may extend the intake of the drug for up to one month. Such an appointment will require four packages of the drug.

Features of taking the drug for cystitis

The dosage of "Kanefron" tablets in the instructions for use is indicated inapplicable to certain diseases. However, do not forget that each specific case has its own characteristics. For example, cystitis requires taking the drug in courses. In this case, the treatment can take even one year. But such a duration always leads to the almost complete exclusion of relapses.

Keep in mind that in the chronic form of cystitis, the doctor will prescribe only one "Canephron". Its effect will be noticeable only after a while, but it is persistent, so you will forget about the disease for several years. But in case of exacerbation of cystitis, an antibiotic is connected to the reception of "Kanefron".

Taking the medicine by pregnant women

Due to its safety and herbal ingredients, the drug is very often prescribed to women expecting a baby. In this case, both real diseases and the prevention of their appearance can serve as indications. Also, experts say that "Kanefron" relieves back pain, removes puffiness, from which many pregnant women suffer in the third trimester, and prevents preeclampsia and various pathologies.

Usually women in position take two pills. medicinal product three times per day. However, the attending physician can significantly reduce the dosage - up to one tablet twice a day. Such caution is due to the fact that some of the plants that make up "Kanefron" can cause an increase in the tone of the uterus. Therefore, for women who have already been diagnosed with a similar diagnosis, the drug is prescribed with great care.

During the period breastfeeding taking the medicine can not be canceled. To date, no negative effects of plant components on the health of the baby have been identified.

Analogs of tablets "Kanefron"

If we talk about similar products, then it is worth considering only those that are made from plant extracts. Among the large number of such drugs, three can be distinguished:

  • Phytolysin;
  • Furagin;
  • Cyston.

The latter medicine is quite often compared with "Kanefron" and in some cases it is even prescribed instead. Many believe that the richer composition of Cyston is its clear advantage. In some cases, we can agree with this, since the abundance of components significantly enhances the therapeutic effect. However, on the other hand, it is this fact that limits the number of patients who can take the drug due to possible allergic reactions.

It is also worth mentioning that "Canephron" is more effective when it comes to excreting protein in the urine of pregnant women, and "Cyston" gives a good result in the fight against the formation of kidney and bladder stones.

Many people suffering from infectious and inflammatory diseases of the urinary organs, such as cystitis, nephritis and urethritis, have long discovered Canephron, a drug intended for the treatment of such ailments. This product contains only natural herbal ingredients, and is relatively small compared to synthetic drugs the number of contraindications and side effects. The drug is available in two dosage forms.

Canephron medicine

Canephron has a long history of use. The medicine was developed back in the 30s. of the last century in Germany and since then has enjoyed well-deserved respect among patients. Canephron has been successfully used for almost a century, and this is the best evidence of its safety and effectiveness.

Typically, antibiotics and anti-inflammatories are used to treat urinary tract infections. However, compared to antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs, Canephron has fewer side effects, and it has a sparing effect on the kidneys. Although in the event of an exacerbation of infectious processes (in the presence of signs of intoxication), he is unlikely to be able to replace them.

The composition of Kanefron includes components of three medicinal plants in the same proportion:

  • centaury,
  • officinalis rosemary,
  • lovage.

These representatives of the flora grow throughout Eurasia, and are used in folk medicine for centuries. Centaury is used as a laxative, to increase appetite, as an anthelmintic and a remedy for eczema. Its ability to treat the bladder and kidneys is also well known.

Medicinal rosemary has a choleretic effect, it also enhances heart rate, relieves stress and nervous tension. Lovage has diuretic properties, stimulates appetite and relieves intestinal colic.

Each of these plants can have a specific effect on the body, but when taken together in one preparation, they complement the other's action. In rosemary and centaury, for the preparation of the drug is used top part plants, and lovage has a root.

The therapeutic effect of Kanefronu provides a unique complex of biologically active substances contained in herbal ingredients. These substances include:

  • essential oils,
  • phenolcarboxylic acids,
  • flavonoids,
  • glycosides,
  • phenolic acids,
  • alkaloids,
  • rosemary acid,
  • phthalides,
  • bitterness.

Essential oils, rosmarinic acid, flavonoids and phenolcarboxylic acids bring the greatest benefits in the treatment of diseases of the urinary system.

Essential oils dilate the blood vessels of the kidneys and thereby increase blood circulation in the tissues of these organs. In addition, they have a diuretic effect, slow down the absorption of water and sodium salts. An increase in the removal of water from the body is not accompanied by a loss of potassium, which does not change the water-salt balance. Rosmarinic acid and flavonoids contained in Canephron have an anti-inflammatory effect, promote relaxation of smooth muscles, thereby producing an antispasmodic effect. Phenolcarboxylic acids increase the osmotic pressure in the kidneys.

Kanephron has the following medicinal properties:

  • diuretic,
  • anti-inflammatory,
  • antibacterial,
  • antispasmodic.

The drug also reduces the amount of protein excreted in the urine, eliminates edema.

Kanefron: indications for use

The drug is suitable both for the treatment of inflammation of the urinary system and for antibacterial therapy... The drug is recommended to be prescribed for the following chronic forms diseases of the urinary system:

  • pyelonephritis,
  • glomerulonephritis,
  • cystitis,
  • nephritis,
  • urethritis,

With acute infectious diseases the drug is recommended to be used in conjunction with antibacterial drugs. In the prevention of inflammatory diseases, a drug can be used as the only therapeutic agent.

Kanephron - Enough effective drug, which is confirmed by the opinion of both doctors and patients. However, it refers to the means long acting, requiring long courses of admission, and therefore cannot be expected to take effect the next day.

Application for cystitis

Cystitis is an inflammation of the bladder of an infectious or non-infectious nature. Regular intake of the drug during the course of treatment for cystitis normalizes urination, relieves pain and inflammation, and helps to avoid relapses of the disease. In chronic cystitis, Canephron monotherapy can be used, in acute forms of kidney and bladder disease, the drug is prescribed in conjunction with antibiotic therapy.

Application for urolithiasis

Urolithiasis is caused by a disorder biochemical composition urine, which leads to the formation of solid formations in the kidneys or other parts of the urinary system - uroliths or urinary stones.

With urolithiasis, the medicine promotes the early release of stones. The drug is also prescribed to patients for the prevention of urolithiasis, including to prevent the formation of new stones after the uroliths have been removed by surgery or ultrasound.

Use for urethritis

Urethritis is a disease in which the urethra (urethra) becomes inflamed. Urethritis can be acute and chronic, infectious (including gonorrheal) and non-infectious. With urethritis, the drug has an analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect, normalizes urination.

Release form

Kanefron is available in only two versions - alcohol solution and pills. Sometimes pills are incorrectly called pills, but in fact, pills of a medicine do not exist. The composition of 100 ml of the solution includes 0.6 g of extract of each plant component (rosemary, lovage, centaury). The dragee contains 18 mg of each component. Also, the pills contain some auxiliary substances. In addition to the active ingredients, the solution also contains alcohol and water. The solution contains 16-19% alcohol.

There are two options for the volume for the solution - 50 and 100 ml, and the pills are sold only in packs of 60 pieces. The drug may be marketed under the names Canephron and Canephron N, but they are the same drug in their composition. At the moment, Canephron has no other structural analogs.

Reviews about the drug in patients are mostly positive. Many people mark it as a merit. natural composition, high efficiency and no side effects.

Which is better - dragee or solution?

From many points of view better solution, and that's why. Firstly, the pills contain a number of excipients and for this reason the likelihood of side effects and drug intolerance when using this form increases. In addition, the solution can be drunk even by small children. And, finally, and importantly, the solution is a more economical form. A package of pills and a bottle of solution cost about the same, while a package of pills is enough at a standard dosage (6 pieces per day) for only a week, and a bottle of solution may last for a month.

Contraindications and side effects

The drug is well tolerated and can be used for long-term therapy. In rare cases, allergic reactions, indigestion are possible. There are also few contraindications for the drug. It can be taken even by young children and women during pregnancy. However, in this case, there are several limitations.

Kanephron for children

According to the instructions, Canephron is contraindicated in patients under 3 years of age. But in practice, it is used in more younger age... However, for children under 5 years of age, only the solution can be used. Since it contains alcohol, albeit in a small concentration, it is necessary to consult a doctor before using it in children.

Also, a doctor's consultation is necessary before using the drug by expectant mothers. The fact is that among the components of the drug there are those that increase the muscle tone of the uterus. In addition, Kanephron is not recommended for use in edema caused by heart failure, with exacerbation of peptic ulcer disease.

The solution should not be drunk by persons suffering from alcoholism or undergoing treatment for alcoholism, as it contains a certain amount of ethanol. Persons suffering from liver disease also need to be careful when taking the solution. In this case, it is recommended to consult a doctor.

Despite the presence of ethanol, when used in the doses indicated in the instructions, the solution does not affect the reaction rate. Therefore, patients taking the solution can manage by car and complex mechanisms.

Combined use of Kanefron with antibacterial drugs helps to increase their efficiency. There are no data on drug interactions with other medications. Most common side effects- nausea, diarrhea, allergic skin reactions are possible.

Kidney medicine

Doses of the drug per dose for different age groups

In all groups, the drug must be taken three times a day. That is, for example, adults need to take 2 tablets 3 times a day.

The duration of the course of treatment is established by the doctor and depends on the severity and type of the disease. The minimum duration is 2 weeks. Usually, the course of treatment lasts until they disappear. acute symptoms diseases. However, in case of improvement, it is advisable to continue the course of treatment for another 2-4 weeks; it is undesirable to quit therapy.

Dragee should be swallowed without chewing. Drops of the solution must first be added to the water. When the solution is taken by children, it can be diluted with juice or tea (to neutralize the bitter taste). Before use, the bottle with the solution must be shaken well so that its components are properly mixed.

special instructions

While taking the drug Kanifrol, you need to drink more fluids, as this increases the effectiveness of treatment. If, against the background of taking the pills, urination disorders appear or blood appears in the urine, then it is necessary to consult a urologist for advice.