Do you think your child has too many colds?

As a mum or dad, you can expect your child to develop four to eight colds in the average year. That may seem a lot, but some kids catch even more. The problem for younger children is that their immune system is still developing, making them more prone to catching infections older children take in their stride. One way to help safely boost your child’s immune system and its ability to tackle infections is Immunokind^®.

Cold viruses are a regular challenge for the immune system

A healthy immune system fights off infectious viruses or bacteria using immune cells and antibodies.

Our immune system is ‘on guard’ all the time, but whenever it meets an infectious agent, it can take the body some time to fully boost its cellular immune defences to target the infection specifically.

Recurrent infections – primarily of the upper respiratory tract (i.e. nose, throat, ears, and sinuses) – are a common and frequently occurring problem, especially in small children. Babies are born with an immature immune system but this will develop within the first few years of life as each new infectious agent is encountered.

Recurrent infections in small children can therefore be considered an important stepin the normal development of a child, and part of the process helping to increase the immune system’s effectiveness.

It is possible to help boost the immune system, so that it gets to work more quickly, resists new attacks more effectively, and tackles infections with fewer symptoms.

Immune system - features triggering a suspicion of immunodeficiency "red flag" signs and symptoms

• Family history of immunodeficiency
• Eight or more purulent infections of the middle ear (otitis media) / year
• Two or more serious sinus infections / year
• Two or more pneumonia infections / year
• Two or more months of antibiotic treatment with little / no effect
• Live-virus vaccine complications after e.g. oral polio vaccine
• In infants: failure to gain weight or grow normally (failure to thrive)
• Recurrent tissue or organ abscesses
• Two or more infections of inner organs (e.g. meningitis, sepsis) / year
• Resistant dermal or oral candidiasis
• Chronic reddening of the whole body in infants, especially of the palms and soles (graft vs. host reaction)
• Recurrent, extensive infections with atypical Mycobacteria

Recurrent respirator infections: Supportive Measures

Behavioural

Behavioural interventions:

• Encourage more outdoor activities and exercises - children should spend at least 1-2 h a day outdoor independent of weather conditions (⇒ take care of appropriate clothing dependent on seasonal weather and temperature conditions)
• Take care that your child gets enough sleep

Environmental

Environmental interventions:

• Avoid smoking in presence of your child
• Try to spend a vacation at the seaside with its stimulating climate on the immune system
• Children should grow up in a safe and secure environment (“happy kids are healthier”)

Dietary

Dietary interventions:

• Provide a healthy, well-balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals
• Give supplementary vitamins and minerals only if necessary
• Prefer fresh food and reduce the intake convenience food to a minimum

Naturopathic

Naturopathic interventions:

• Phytotherapy (e.g. echinacea purpurea)
• Homeopathic remedies such as e.g. Immunokind^®

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Please find some useful answers to your questions as follows:

What is Immunokind^® used for?

Immunokind^® is indicated to increase resistance to recurring upper respiratory tract infections in infants and children of early age.

What are typical signs of a “weak” immune system in children?

• susceptibility to catch infections easily
• history of recurrent infections of the upper respiratory tract
• history of long-lasting infections of the upper respiratory tract
• slow recovery (after an acute infection)

Recurrent infections in children - what is physiological?

• 8 (-12) minor infections^* / year in children until school age (afterwards less frequently)
• quick response to appropriate treatment
• complete recovery after suffering from an infection – no residuals, no chronification
• healthy between infections

* minor infections – e.g. cold, earache, sore throat, tonsillitis

What features should lead to suspicion of an immunodeficiency?

• Family history of immunodeficiency
• Eight or more purulent infections of the middle ear (otitis media) / year
• Two or more serious sinus infections / year
• Two or more pneumonia infections / year
• Two or more months of antibiotic treatment with little / no effect
• Live-virus vaccine complications after e.g. oral polio vaccine
• In infants: failure to gain weight or grow normally (failure to thrive)
• Recurrent tissue or organ abscesses
• Two or more infections of inner organs (e.g. meningitis, sepsis) / year
• Resistant dermal or oral candidiasis
• Chronic reddening of the whole body in infants, especially of the palms and soles (graft vs. host reaction)
• Recurrent, extensive infections with atypical Mycobacteria

What is the recommended dosage of Immunokind^®?

• Children up to 6 years:
     1 tablet 3 times a day

For how long can I administer Immunokind^® to my child?

• Immunokind^® is a safe and gentle homeopathic medicine which can be used twofold:
      to power up the immune system in case of an acute infection AND
      to strengthen the child's immune system and decrease the susceptibility to recurrent infections.
• It is recommended to ask your physician for advice, if you like to use Immunokind^® for long-term treatment. 
• If your child is poorly responding to Immunokind^® or if additional complaints arise, please consult a physician.

What are possible side-effects of Immunokind^®?

Immunokind^® is a very well tolerated homeopathic medicine.
No side-effects are known or have been reported so far.

NOTE:
Existing complaints may temporarily become worse when homeopathic medicines are taken (i.e. initial homeopathic aggravation). In such cases it is recommended to stop taking Immunokind^® and to contact a physician.

What are the contraindications of Immunokind^®?

Do not administer Immunokind^® to your child, if your child is allergic (hypersensitive) to one of the active ingredients or any of the excipients of Immunokind^®.

NOTE:
Immunokind^® contains lactose (milk sugar). If your physician has told you that your child has an intolerance to some sugars, contact your physician before using Immunokind^®.

Can Immunokind^® be taken alongside other medication?

Yes, there is no problem to take Immunokind^® in combination with other medication that have been prescribed by a physician or alternative practitioner. Interactions have not been observed.

What are the key benefits of Immunokind^®?

• developed especially for use in children
• suitable from birth
• safe and gentle with virtually no side-effects
• excellent tolerability
• clinically effective
• easy to take / administer:
     no need to swallow
     tablets dissolve quickly within the mouth

Where can you get Immunokind^®?

As Immunokind^® is classified as a medicinal product, it is available in pharmacies only. 

Immunokind^® is available without prescription.