The article was checked by an otolaryngologist
Natalya Aleksandrovna Naumova, Medis Clinic
Many mothers do not welcome antibiotic treatment for nasal congestion and other symptoms of colds. There are many alternative medications that help cope with negative symptoms, but not all of them have a mild therapeutic effect. The instructions for the Sopelka patch state that the inhalation drug has a mild effect on the child’s body.
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When is it recommended?
Using a patch to treat a cold in a child helps ease breathing, so that children fall asleep quickly and well and do not wake up all night . The camphor oil in the composition can help with neurosis or sleep dysfunction if the product is used by adults.
In addition, the indications for the use of the Sopelka patch are as follows:
- acute respiratory disease;
- flu;
- acute respiratory viral infection;
- angina;
- bronchitis;
- tracheitis;
- sinusitis;
- rhinitis.
Benefits of using runny nose patches for children
- Benefits of runny nose patches for children
- The difference between patches and other means of treating a runny nose
- What types of plasters are there for a runny nose?
- How to use a runny nose patch
About ten years ago, the word “plaster” was strongly associated with the treatment of rubbed calluses and the sealing of “battle” wounds in children. If someone had suggested putting patches on clothes and using them to treat runny noses in children, that person would probably have been laughed at. Meanwhile, now this is one of the safest and most convenient means used by parents around the world.
What are the advantages of runny nose patches for children:
Convenience
– the patch acts in the same way as an inhaler, but is attached to clothing, that is, it is mobile, so treatment can not be interrupted even while walking. And the essential oils included in the composition usually not only help fight a runny nose, but also create a protective cloud of vapor around the child, through which it is very difficult for viruses and bacteria to penetrate. In addition, it is very difficult to drop or spray into the nose of a dodging child, but sticking a pleasant-smelling patch on clothes is easy.
Components of the Sopelka patch
The nozzle is an inhalation product containing natural ingredients. The action of the medicine is based on the effect of treatment using camphor vapor and eucalyptus oil. By evaporating, these components relieve the child from coughing and nasal congestion during a runny nose. The composition of the Sopelka includes:
- Eucalyptus oil. A powerful natural antiseptic with a slight sedative effect that eliminates inflammation in the upper respiratory system. It is used both in traditional medicine and in folk recipes in the treatment of diseases such as tonsillitis, laryngitis, bronchitis and tracheitis. It also gives good results in the treatment of neurosis, insomnia and neurasthenic conditions. Eucalyptus essential oil is concentrated in the leaves of the tree. Eucalyptus vapors help get rid of harmful bacteria and disinfect the air.
- Camphor oil. This component is extracted from camphor laurel, so the ingredient is natural. Thanks to the vapors of camphor oil, sputum is separated from the lungs faster, and symptoms of a runny nose are reduced. Camphor laurel is one of the most popular plants from which aromatic oils are created to treat certain diseases.
Analogues and prices
The closest analogues of inhalation stickers can be considered the familiar “Star” - balm or ointment. Today it is called the "Golden Star". You can also purchase Vicks Active balm at the pharmacy with eucalyptus and the addition of menthol. As a last resort, you can buy separately camphor oil and eucalyptus oil, pieces of plaster and make a therapeutic inhalation plaster with your own hands, after soaking the fabric layer with a few drops of essential oils.
The disadvantage of preparing it yourself is the inability to accurately measure the required ratio of two ingredients in grams, which again increases the likelihood of developing an allergic reaction.
As for the cost, it is quite high for the original drug: as of June 2020, a package of 4 patches costs an average of 260 rubles, for a box of ten patches you will have to pay 540-580 rubles.
For comparison: Golden Star balm costs from 120 rubles, and Vicks Active with menthol and eucalyptus costs from 180 rubles.
An approximate calculation for self-production is as follows: eucalyptus oil - 50 rubles, camphor oil - 30 rubles, plus another 30-50 rubles for a patch. Draw your own conclusions.
How to use
Many parents ignore the patch when purchasing cold medicine for their children. If you do buy the Nozzle, be sure to carefully read the annotation.
Important! Treatment must be carried out strictly according to the instructions.
It should be noted that the patch should not be applied to the skin, but to clothing, and it should be made of natural fabrics. During the day, the Nozzle is glued 1-2 times with an interval of at least 8 hours (this is the time during which the product is effective). Then the patch needs to be changed.
The patch is usually used to treat childhood colds, but can sometimes be used to treat adults. Do not forget that the Nozzle for children under 1 year of age is prohibited for use , as it can cause a burn to the respiratory system or the development of an asthma attack.
The patch consists of:
- films to protect the adhesive base from drying out;
- silicone coating, thanks to which the Nozzle is attached to any base;
- layer of medicines impregnating the sticker.
When you remove the protective film, you will instantly feel a pleasant aroma. You need to use the patch like this:
- The patch is applied to clothing, which should be dry and made of natural fabric. The best option would be to place the Nozzle on the chest, although you can stick it on furniture near the child’s bed. Do not stick the patch to the skin.
- After 8 hours, the nozzle must be removed and, if necessary, replaced with a new sticker.
- Each sticker can only be used once.
- The patch should not come into contact with mucous membranes, eyes or sores on the skin.
Instructions for use
Despite the word “inhalation” in the name of the drug, you should not try to use the patch in any way other than the recommended method - externally. Using the “Nozzle” is as easy as shelling pears. To do this, just open a small multi-layer bag with a piece of adhesive tape, take it out, peel off the top layer and stick the sticker where it is supposed to be.
Where it should be is the first fundamental question. Some parents believe that it will only be better if the patch is attached closer to the child’s nose - on the cheek, on the neck, some even tried to stick it on the little one’s chin. These body parts are not suitable for Nozzle appliqué.
It is recommended to attach the patch exclusively to a dry surface. It is best to place it on the upper chest part of the pajamas or T-shirt in which the baby sleeps, or on the head of his bed. Contact with skin is undesirable due to the high likelihood of developing an allergic reaction.
Usually a single application is used - at night. But in case of severe nasal congestion, you can apply the application twice a day - in the morning and in the evening before bed. It should be understood that one piece of patch is valid for no more than 8 hours, and therefore reusing it is unreasonable and useless.
Each time you apply a new sticker, use a new one.
Opinions about the product
There are reviews about Sopelka, both positive and negative.
Moreover, there are many more positive ones. Elena, 35 years old
“In winter, my baby caught a bad cold, it was difficult for him to breathe, so he had difficulty falling asleep. The patch helped us a lot (it was recommended to us by our pediatrician). With the help of Sopelka, the child began to breathe better and sleep peacefully at night. Now I will always use this remedy to treat colds.”
Valeria, 24 years old
“My five-year-old daughter fell ill with bronchitis after spending time in nature. She coughed a lot and had trouble sleeping at night. The pediatrician advised us to try the Sopelka patch. It complemented the main treatment well and helped my baby breathe easily and sleep peacefully throughout the night.”
Valentin, 33 years old
“It seems to me that it makes no sense to overpay money for some kind of patch if you can buy a familiar, cheap star. When I have a cold, I apply a little on my child's nose and he sleeps well all night. No allergies or burns on the body, and the result is no different from Sopelka. Besides, the stars last a long time.”
Rules of use and contraindications
Patches for runny noses and colds are not a medicine and are available without a prescription. They are not very effective for severe colds, but they help improve the child’s well-being.
As an independent remedy, it is advisable to use them at the first sign of a runny nose.
In this case, the sticker will help facilitate nasal breathing and reduce swelling of the inflamed mucous membrane.
For infectious rhinitis and sinusitis, the use of stickers is not recommended.
Inhalation stickers will have no effect, but warming ones can cause the infection to spread through the maxillary sinuses.
The products contain essential oils, some of which can cause allergies. Before purchasing a product, it is important to carefully study the composition.
The patch should be used as an adjuvant treatment, but not as the only drug against colds. Using the product for the period of time specified in the instructions improves the patient’s well-being, but only masks the symptoms and does not cure the disease.
One of the most popular remedies for facilitating nasal breathing during rhinitis in children is the “Sopilka” patch for a runny nose. This product works on the principle of an inhaler - during use, essential oils are released, making breathing easier and reducing mucus production.
It contains only two components - eucalyptus oil and camphor.
Both ingredients have anti-inflammatory and bactericidal properties, and eucalyptus oil also has a cooling and gentle vasoconstrictor effect.
Using the patch for children gently and safely relieves a runny nose and does not cause side effects.
The snot patch is used for children over two years of age. There are no absolute contraindications to the use of the product for young children, therefore, as prescribed by the pediatrician, the patch can also be used by one-year-old children.
The sticker is a small piece of fabric soaked in essential oils. One side of the patch is covered with a protective film, under which there is an adhesive layer that allows you to attach it to clothing.
The Sopelka patch is good to use before bed. It can be attached to your baby's pajamas or pillow. During the night's rest, the Sopelka will help ease breathing and provide your baby with a sound sleep.
The runny nose patch is not used for children under one year of age due to the risk of developing an allergic reaction to the components of the product.
The instructions indicate that “Nozzle”, “Breathe” and “Magikoplast” can be used by children over two years of age and by adults. However, pediatricians often prescribe a runny nose patch for children over one year of age. In this case, the edges of the product are trimmed with scissors so that it is convenient to stick it on the nose.
Vasoconstrictor and inhalation stickers should not be used on infants. The active components of the product can cause an allergic reaction. The drug is not used in case of individual intolerance to the components of the composition.
Variety of plasters for runny nose
Inhalation patches are only attached to clothing. At the same time, synthetic fabrics can worsen the effect of the drug. If you attach the product to your skin, you can get severe irritation, even burns.
“Magikoplast” and “Nozzle” can be worn for up to 8 hours. Then it must be removed and thrown away; the product cannot be reused, even if the exposure time was short.
Young children are advised to use the patch before bedtime. It will make nasal breathing easier, and essential oils will help your baby fall asleep faster.
The product, which is attached to the nose, requires compliance with the rules of use. It cannot be wet; the sticker must be removed before taking a bath. You should protect your eyes and mucous membranes of the nose and mouth from contact with the edge of the product. Otherwise, a strong burning sensation will occur. The patch should not be applied to damaged or inflamed skin.
The sticky part is made of a special composition that does not leave marks on clothes and skin. When worn on the skin, the product does not restrict nose movements and is removed painlessly. Such stickers are not medicines; they can be purchased at any pharmacy without a prescription.
For colds, in addition to medications, people usually resort to home remedies. Using various patches helps relieve symptoms and speed up recovery.
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