Bobotik: instructions for use, analogues and reviews, prices in Russian pharmacies

Bobotik is a Polish drug that reduces the amount of gas in the intestines. The active ingredient in this drug is simethicone. Now there are a huge number of drugs on the market to reduce gases in the intestines and most of them contain exactly this active substance.

The difference between all these drugs is in the concentration of simethicone, and therefore in the volume of the drug required for a therapeutic effect. Naturally, the smaller the amount of medicine that needs to be given to the child to reduce gases in the intestines, the better.

So, Bobotik is superior to its analogues in this indicator.

Bobotik for newborns is given in a single dose of only 8 drops! Agree that this is not a lot at all, which means giving such an amount of the drug to a baby will not be difficult.

In addition, the drug can be added to the mixture if the child is bottle-fed, or dripped directly onto the mother’s nipple before feeding, which is extremely convenient for a breast-fed baby.

Action

"Bobotik" is part of a group of drugs that help fight flatulence. The emulsion has proven to be highly effective in treating patients of all age groups. The drug affects the processes occurring in the gastrointestinal tract. The active substance prevents the formation of excessive amounts of gases in different parts of the intestines, and also destroys the bubbles that appear in stool, mucus and decay products. This is confirmed by the instructions for use for the drug “Bobotik” for newborns.

The volume of gases that is released under the influence of the drug is eliminated through active peristalsis or by absorption into the intestinal walls. The bubbles are absorbed gradually, thereby preventing the formation of bulky stones from gas and mucus. Such conglomerates most often cause pain and severe bloating.

pharmachologic effect

Bobotik is a drug that reduces flatulence.

Simethicone (activated dimethicone) is a combination of methylated linear siloxane polymers stabilized by trimethylsiloxy groups with silica. By reducing the surface tension at the interface, it impedes the formation and promotes the destruction of gas bubbles in the intestinal contents and gastrointestinal mucus. The gases released during this process can be absorbed by the intestinal walls or excreted through peristalsis. This prevents the formation of large gas-mucus conglomerates that cause painful bloating.
Prevents the occurrence of image defects during sonography and radiography; promotes better irrigation of the colon mucosa with contrast agents, preventing rupture of the contrast film.
Due to chemical inertness, it does not affect microorganisms and enzymes present in the gastrointestinal tract. Does not reduce food absorption, does not change the reaction and volume of gastric juice.

Advantages

"Bobotik" compares favorably with other drugs for colic and bloating for children presented on the pharmaceutical market. The undoubted advantages of the drug are the following features:

1. No sugar in the composition of the drug. It can be taken even with diabetes and intestinal disorders.

2. The substances included in “Bobotik” are not absorbed into the intestinal walls.

3. Simethicone does not have a detrimental effect on the beneficial intestinal microflora.

4. The active substance of the drug is excreted completely unchanged through the intestines. However, systemic effects of the drug on the body are quite rare.

5. The drug is chemically inert, it does not affect the formation of enzymes in the gastrointestinal tract, and also preserves the volume and reaction of gastric juice.

6. The pleasant fruity taste of the emulsion does not cause disgust in the child; the drug is easily accepted even by newborn children.

BOBOTIK

Drug: BOBOTIC® Active substance: simeticone ATC code: A03AX13 KFG: Drug that reduces flatulence ICD-10 codes (indications): R14, Z51.4 KFU code: 11.09 Reg. number: LSR-006455/09 Registration date: 08/13/09 Owner of reg. credential: MEDANA PHARMA Joint Stock Company {Poland}

DOSAGE FORM, COMPOSITION AND PACKAGING

? Drops for oral administration in the form of a thick, opaque liquid from white to creamy color with a fruity odor; separation into a liquid layer and sediment is allowed, which after shaking form a homogeneous emulsion.

1 ml
simethicone emulsion 30%	222.2 mg
simethicone	66.66 mg

Excipients: sodium saccharinate, methyl parahydroxybenzoate, propyl parahydroxybenzoate, sodium carmellose, citric acid monohydrate, raspberry flavor, purified water.

Indications for use

In accordance with the instructions for use for "Bobotik", the main indication is the elimination of negative symptoms that appear in the gastrointestinal tract. These signs include:

Excessive fermentation.
Excessive gas formation.
Flatulence.
Painful colic.

In newborns and older children, the drug is recommended not only as a means to eliminate problems in the gastrointestinal tract. Sometimes "Bobotik" is prescribed by gastroenterologists as a preparatory step before conducting various studies, including radiography, gastroscopy, sonography and duodenoscopy.

Contraindications

As the instructions for use for “Bobotik” indicate, the following are contraindications:

The period is up to 28 days after the birth of the child.
Hypersensitivity to the components included in the drug.
Intestinal obstruction in a child.
Obstructive diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.

Side effects

The risk of side effects is significantly reduced due to the chemical inertness of the Bobotik composition. Undesirable reactions to the drug occur as a result of exceeding the dosage prescribed by the instructions and the specialist. Sometimes there is an allergic reaction to the drug, when the child’s skin turns red and crusts over.

It is impossible to completely exclude the possibility of developing an allergic reaction before the first use of Bobotik. Therefore, it is necessary to always have antihistamines on hand that can be given to a child at his age. If signs of an allergy appear, discontinue the drug and give the child an antihistamine, then consult a doctor.

Instructions for use for "Bobotik"

The product in the form of drops for oral administration is available without a doctor's prescription. However, before you start taking the drug, you should consult your doctor. Sometimes it is more advisable to use other drugs for colic in children. There are several rules for taking Bobotik:

Before taking, the bottle of emulsion should be shaken until a homogeneous consistency is obtained.
The required number of drops should be given to the child after feeding.
For newborns, the emulsion should be diluted with a small amount of water.
The duration of treatment is prescribed by the pediatrician depending on the intensity of the symptoms and the child’s condition. Once the symptoms have been eliminated, further use of the drug is not necessary.

There is also a standard dosage regimen for the drug depending on the patient’s age:

Up to two years, starting from the 28th day of life - 8 drops 4 times a day.
From two to six years - 14 drops 4 times a day.
Starting from six years - 16 drops 4 times a day.

Before gastroenterological studies, the drug is prescribed in the following dosages:

Children under two years old – 10 drops.
From two to six years – 16 drops.
20 drops for adults.

The instructions for use for “Bobotik” indicate that no cases of overdose have been registered to date, as well as side effects from taking excessive doses of the drug. However, it is not recommended to exceed the dosage prescribed by a specialist.

The cost of Bobotik drops is on average 200-250 rubles per package, the drug is used sparingly and lasts for a long time.

The drug is stored at temperatures up to 25 degrees in a dark place. The shelf life of the drug is two years. The Bobotik should not be left in a place accessible to children. During treatment with the drug, you should not give your child drinks with gases, including mineral water. Before conducting various studies, you should check with your gastroenterologist whether you need to take Bobotik. In some cases, the drug may distort the results of the study.

Do not combine it with anticoagulants. The absorption of blood thinning drugs when taken simultaneously with the emulsion is impaired.

This is confirmed by the instructions for use for “Bobotik” for children.

How to give Bobotik to a newborn

Mothers give small children drops orally after meals. Before this, the bottle is shaken until a homogeneous emulsion is obtained. To ensure accurate dosage, hold the bottle vertically during instillation. Dosage depends on age and indications:

with increased gas formation - up to 2 years, give 8 drops 4 times / day, 2-6 years - 14 drops 4 times / day, over 6 years - 16 4 times / day;
for convenient administration, you can mix the drops with boiled water or other non-carbonated liquid;
the course lasts until the symptoms disappear completely;
in preparation for radiography - 10 drops per day are prescribed 2 times a day for children under 2 years old, up to 6 - 16, over 6 - 20;
three hours before the start of the procedure, it is worth repeating the dose;
According to the instructions, the drops are dripped into a spoon, mixed with water; if the baby is currently only taking the breast, but is not accustomed to a spoon, use a syringe without a needle and inject the mixture into the mouth.

Analogs

The pharmaceutical market is ready to offer various drugs whose action is aimed at eliminating the symptoms of bloating, colic and increased gas formation. Their action, properties and impact on the child’s body are, as a rule, similar to “Bobotik”. The most similar drugs in action are Simikol, Disflatil and Espumisan. The latter can be given to a child from the first day of life, which is an advantage over Bobotik. The drug can also be taken up to five times a day. "Simicol" and "Disfatin" also have similar properties. They break up large accumulations of gas and mucus, reducing the pain of colic and preventing bloating.

The article does not provide detailed instructions for use of Bobotik analogues. We'll look at the reviews below.

As for the cost, similar drugs are more expensive and will cost approximately 350-400 rubles per package. None of the drugs listed above should be used for prophylactic purposes. And the prescription of a medicine for bloating should be entrusted to the attending physician.

Bobotik - composition and release form of the drug

Composition of the drug:

active ingredient: simethicone (dimethicone activated with silicon dioxide in the form of a 30% emulsion); 1 ml of emulsion contains simethicone (dimethicone activated with silicon dioxide in the form of a 30% emulsion) 66.66 mg; 1 ml contains approximately 27 drops;

excipients: sodium saccharin, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 216), sodium carmellose, citric acid monohydrate, raspberry flavor (96% ethanol, isopropyl alcohol, aromatics), purified water, benzoic acid (E 210), acid sorbic acid (E 200).

Dosage form. Oral drops, emulsion.

Reviews

Gastroenterologists and pediatricians often prescribe Bobotik drops to children who suffer from intestinal colic and flatulence in infancy. Parents in many reviews especially note the speed of the drug based on simethicone. Many people do not notice the difference between Espumisan, which was one of the first to appear on the market, and Bobotik. At the same time, the price of drugs differs significantly.

Since the substances in Bobotik are chemically inert, the drug rarely causes side effects, including allergic reactions. However, some reviews still contain information about skin rashes while taking Bobotik. In such cases, we are talking about an individual reaction to the components of the drug. In such a situation, the pediatrician selects another drug based on a different active ingredient.

Even the instructions for use for Bobotik drops confirm that side effects are extremely rare, and in general the drug deservedly receives consistently positive reviews. The economical consumption of the drug and its adequate cost are also highlighted in reviews as an advantage. This is due to the fact that colic can torment a child for several months, and the purchase of expensive anti-flatulence medications can be a serious blow to the family budget.

"Bobotik" will be an excellent helper for young parents whose child suffers from intestinal colic and increased gas formation.