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Neuroses in children and adolescents are a fairly common type of neuropsychic pathology. They are classified into various types. The simplest classification includes:

1. attacks of fear;
2. nervous tics;
3. depressive neuroses;
4. hysterical neuroses;
5. neurasthenia;
6. hypochondria;
7. neurotic logoneurosis;
8. neurotic sleep disorders;
9. eating disorder;
10. neurotic enuresis / encopresis.

Very often, systemic neuroses go away on their own, especially if children and parents follow the useful recommendations of specialists.

But in some cases, they cannot do without the use of a number of medications, including sedatives. The latter have a mild relaxing effect. They are able to normalize sleep, reduce the level of anxiety, stress. It is important to choose sedatives according to the age of the child. In this review, we've rounded up the best sedatives for children under 3, 4-11, and 12+.

Rating of the best sedatives for children

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best sedatives for children under 3 years old	1	Magne B6	RUB 481
	2	Planetary Herbals Children's Soothing Herbal Syrup	RUB 1,164
	3	Dormikind	RUB 511
	4	Glycine	RUB 37
	5	Valerian rhizome with roots filter bags	RUB 65
Best sedatives for children 4-11 years old	1	Tenoten for children	277 r
	2	Nervohel	RUB 513
	3	NatraBio Insomnia Cure	587 r
	4	Baby Formula Bears chewing lozenges Calm	273 r
	5	Notta drops	345 r
	6	Buy bye drops	132 RUB
The best sedatives for children from 12 years old	1	Novo-Passit	209 RUB
	2	Persen	272 r
	3	MediNatura BHI sedative	RUB 1,316
	4	Valerianachel	753 r

The best sedatives for children under 3 years old

Before the age of 3 years, the number of acceptable sedatives is rather limited. At the same time, it is categorically not recommended to give anything to the child without consulting a pediatrician.

Magne B6

Rating: 4.9

The French drug Magne B6 is designed to maintain balance in the nervous system. Replenishment of magnesium deficiency helps in cases when the child does not sleep well, cannot concentrate, he has irritability, anxiety, fears. The preparation contains: magnesium lactate, magnesium pidolate and pyridoxine hydrochloride. The latter helps magnesium to be better absorbed from the digestive tract and facilitates its penetration into cells.

Magne B6 in the form of an oral solution is approved for use in children from 1 year old. It is a transparent brown liquid with a caramel smell. The solution is placed in dark glass ampoules sealed on both sides. For children under 3 years old, the average daily dose is 1-1.5 ampoules. As you get older, the dosage increases. Give the child the medicine with meals. The solution from the ampoules is preliminarily dissolved in ½ glass of water.

According to parental reviews, Magne B6 is an excellent sedative for the nervous system of children. They become less capricious, calm down faster and do not get irritated over trifles. Their general health improves. They become more energetic. But some parents note that this product has a rather chemical flavoring. There are isolated cases when this drug has provoked skin rashes.

Advantages

• magnesium + vitamin B6;
• quickly replenishes magnesium deficiency;
• ampoules do not require the use of a nail file;
• quickly calm the nervous system.

disadvantages

• can provoke skin rashes.

Planetary Herbals Baby Soothing Herbal Syrup

Rating: 4.8

The American trademark Planetary Herbals produces Soothing for Children in the form of an herbal syrup. This dietary supplement contains extracts of medicinal plants, extracts from healthy fruits, essential oils, as well as the mineral magnesium in combination with the free amino acid taurine. This sedative is suitable for children from 1 year old.

Planetary Herbals' soothing herbal syrup is sold in dark 118.28 ml bottles. The taste of the product is quite specific, with obvious notes of cinnamon. Not every child will like it. Before use, the syrup must be shaken. It can be given neat or mixed with water / juice. Children under 5 years old are recommended to consume 1/4 teaspoon 2-3 times a day.

Parents in the reviews note that with this soothing syrup, their children stop night vigils and screams. Sleep becomes strong both day and night. After waking up, the child is cheerful, active, in a good mood. This sedative does not cause lethargy or depression. Experienced parents suggest that it is easier to dose with a syringe without a needle.

Advantages

• well thought out composition;
• sedative with fast action;
• establish children's sleep;
• economically consumed.

disadvantages

• not every child will like the taste.

Dormikind

Rating: 4.7

The German homeopathic remedy Dormikind is intended for children from birth to 6 years old. This complex sedative is used to treat anxiety and sleep disturbances (difficulty falling asleep, frequent awakening at night). The product contains lactose, so persons with its intolerance should be careful.

Dormikind is a white, flat cylindrical, beveled lozenge tablet. They are placed in brown glass bottles in the amount of 150 pieces. The tablets should be taken half an hour before meals or half an hour after, slowly dissolving in the mouth. When treating infants and preschool children, tablets can be dissolved in 5 ml (1 teaspoon) of water.

Parents in the reviews note that children are quite willing to take Dormikind sedative tablets. They are not bitter, they have a neutral taste. The medicine bottle is very convenient to take with you. Dormikind does not cause allergic reactions, but in the first days of treatment, symptoms may increase slightly. After 2-3 days of use, this drug noticeably normalizes sleep in children. During the day they become calmer and less excitable.

Advantages

• suitable for children from birth;
• neutral taste;
• dissolve quickly;
• handy small bottle;
• normalize sleep;
• reduce anxiety during the day.

disadvantages

• should be taken 4 times a day.

Glycine

Rating: 4.7

The Russian manufacturer of Biotics produces the drug Glycine. It contains the amino acid of the same name, which is one of the main inhibitory neurotransmitters in the brain. The drug reduces psycho-emotional stress, improves mental performance. It is often prescribed as a sedative for deviant (deviant) forms of behavior in children and adolescents.

Glycine is a round, flat cylindrical sublingual tablet with a dividing line. Their color is white. They are located in a blister strip packaging. A single dose for children under 3 years old – 0.5 tablets. With increased nervous excitability and sleep disorders, it is recommended to take them 2-3 times a day for 7-14 days, then 1 time a day for 7-10 days.

Pediatricians, neurologists and parents speak very well about Glycine. But they all note that it is not worth waiting for improvement from the first pill. The effect of this amino acid is cumulative. But after 2 weeks of use, Glycine manifests itself as an excellent sedative. Young children are much less likely to have tantrums, they become more balanced, they sleep better at night.

Advantages

• safe composition;
• tablets are convenient to take;
• relieve nervous overexcitation;
• improve the quality of sleep;
• improve mood.

disadvantages

• the effect does not develop immediately.

Valerian rhizome with roots filter bags

Rating: 4.7

The Russian trade mark Fitofarm produces plant raw materials of valerian roots and rhizomes. The infusion that is prepared from them exhibits a moderately pronounced sedative effect. It does not come very quickly, but it is rather stable. This drug can also be used as an antispasmodic. The tool is approved for use in children from 1 year old.

This plant material from Phytopharm is served in filter bags of 1.5 g. There are 20 of them in a cardboard box. The infusion is prepared from 3 filter bags, which are filled with 100 ml of boiling water. It is insisted under the lid for a quarter of an hour. After that, the filter bags are thoroughly squeezed out. The resulting solution is brought to 100 ml with boiled water. Take the infusion half an hour after the main meal. For babies from 1 to 3 years old, it is enough to take 2.5 ml of infusion twice a day.

This convenient and affordable tool has many positive reviews. But parents need to be creative in order to persuade a child to take a medicine that does not taste good. But after 1-2 days of using the infusion, the babies get better sleep, they stop constantly being capricious and throwing tantrums. This remedy is an excellent sedative, but it does not make the child inhibited.

Advantages

• natural remedy;
• acts softly;
• establishing children's sleep;
• calms, but does not cause lethargy;
• convenient filter bags.

disadvantages

• specific taste.

Best sedatives for children 4-11 years old

It is already easier for children from the 4th year of life to find a sedative. In this case, the pediatrician is responsible for the dosage and form of release. It is important to remember that sedatives for children, if used uncontrolled, can harm a fragile child's body.

Tenoten for children

Rating: 4.9

The Russian drug Tenoten for children contains antibodies to the brain-specific protein S-100. They have anti-anxiety and soothing properties. With Tenoten, children endure psycho-emotional stress more easily. The drug is indicated for patients over 3 years old with neurosis-like disorders, which are characterized by increased excitability, irritability, anxiety.

Tenoten for children is a practically white lozenge. They have a flat, cylindrical shape with a dividing line. Take 1-2 tablets at a time. They are kept in the mouth until they are completely dissolved. They should not be taken with meals. If necessary, the tablets can be dissolved in a small amount of cooled boiled water before use.

According to reviews, Tenoten for children is liked by young and young patients. They willingly take such sweetish pills, which noticeably quickly improve their condition. These sedatives help you fall asleep faster and wake up full of strength and energy in the morning. During the day, they behave well, are less capricious and irritated. They develop perseverance. The drug Tenoten is well tolerated, but occasionally it provokes allergic reactions.

Advantages

• convenient way of application;
• pills taste good;
• begin to act rather quickly;
• improve sleep;
• eliminate excessive excitability.

disadvantages

• possible individual intolerance to individual components.

Nervohel

Rating: 4.8

The German homeopathic remedy Nervohel is indicated for increased nervous excitability, sleep disorders, and sleep problems. In pediatric practice, it can be used from the age of 3, as prescribed by a doctor and under his supervision. The manufacturer warns that at the beginning of therapy, a temporary worsening of symptoms is possible, since this is a homeopathic remedy.

Nervohel is sold in white plastic jars with hard-to-open lids. The tablets are small, round, flat-cylindrical, with a bevel. They are white, odorless or with a faint valerian odor. Their taste is sweetish. They break well and are crushed if necessary. For babies, the dosage is selected by the doctor. Often it is 1 tablet 2 times a day. They dissolve under the tongue 30 minutes before meals or 1 hour after meals.

In the reviews, parents note that children willingly accept Nervohel despite the distinct smell of valerian in the jar. They love these anti-anxiety pills. The effect of them does not develop dynamically, but after 1-2 weeks of application, the improvements are obvious. Children rest well at night. They don't wake up or wander around at night. And in the morning they are cheerful and in good spirits.

Advantages

• quality homeopathic remedy;
• the tablets are easy to take;
• improve sleep;
• relieve increased excitability during the day.

disadvantages

• the effect does not develop immediately.

NatraBio insomnia remedy

Rating: 4.7

The American manufacturer NatraBio produces a natural homeopathic remedy for insomnia, which is suitable for adults and children from 4 years old. The product contains alcohol. This sedative quickly and effectively relieves the symptoms of insomnia. However, it does not provoke daytime sleepiness. This remedy has worked well even in severe cases.

NatraBio comes in a convenient liquid form. The solution is in a dark glass bottle (30 ml) equipped with a convenient pipette. It tastes pretty good. Children from 4 to 12 years old are advised to take 15 drops under the tongue. It is correct to do this 1 hour before the scheduled night's rest. The effectiveness of the product increases if you thoroughly brush your teeth and rinse your mouth before taking it.

The NatraBio insomnia remedy is usually given positive reviews by parents. They note that with such drops, their children fall asleep much easier and can rest all night. And the next day they are cheerful and not irritated over trifles. This sedative is not addictive. It is usually well tolerated, but symptoms may worsen early in treatment.

Advantages

• good combination of active ingredients;
• convenient bottle and pipette;
• not addictive;
• acceptable taste;
• helps to fall asleep easier.

disadvantages

• exacerbation of symptoms is possible at the beginning of treatment.

Baby Formula Bears chewing lozenges Calm

Rating: 4.7

The Russian pharmaceutical company Evalar produces gummies – bears Baby Formula Calm. The composition of this dietary supplement contains: glycine, herbal extracts, magnesium and pyridoxine. Due to the competent combination of components, the processes of excitation and inhibition in the central nervous system return to normal. The dietary supplement is approved for use from 3 years old.

Baby Formula Bears Evalar are sold in bottles that can contain 30 or 60 gummy lozenges. They have a cherry color and a pleasant berry aroma. Their taste is sweet and sour. They chew lozenges easily, they do not stick to the teeth. Children from 3 to 7 years old are given 1 gummy lozenge once a day with meals, children over 7 years old are given 1 gummy 2 times a day with meals. Duration of admission is 4-8 weeks.

According to reviews, such a sedative is very easy to give to the younger generation. They themselves ask for such gummies. After 5 days of use, noticeable improvements are observed. Night walking with tantrums stops. Children fall asleep faster. During the day, they stop crying for any reason. Parents also love that this product is free of artificial colors, flavors and preservatives.

Advantages

• well thought out composition;
• delicious gummies;
• absence of harmful components;
• relieve irritability, anxiety, tearfulness;
• normalize the quality of sleep.

disadvantages

• not identified.

Notta drops

Rating: 4.7

The Austrian pharmaceutical company Bittner manufactures Knott's drug. It is a homeopathic remedy containing 3 herbal ingredients and 2 minerals. Ethanol acts as an auxiliary substance. Notta has anxiolytic effect. The drug helps to endure increased psychoemotional stress, and also normalizes the quality of sleep.

Nott drops are sold in dark glass bottles with a dropper. They are a colorless or slightly yellowish / greenish liquid without a specific odor. Notta should be taken 60 minutes after eating or 30 minutes before eating. The average single dose for children from 3 to 12 years old is 5 drops. They are consumed inside 3 times a day in pure form or diluted in 15 ml of pure water.

Grateful parents speak very well of Nott's sedative drops. They helped tame their hyperactive, unruly children. With this tool, the quality and duration of sleep is improved. The laying time is noticeably reduced. Violent reactions to inhibitions in the form of tears and howls disappear. Hyperactive babies with Nott drops become more balanced and stop getting tired of themselves.

Advantages

• complex homeopathic remedy;
• improve the duration and quality of sleep;
• relieve hysterics;
• make the hyperactive toddler more balanced.

disadvantages

• alcohol in the composition.

Buy bye drops

Rating: 4.7

The Russian manufacturer Mertsana produces BAA Bayu Bai in drops. The product contains herbal extracts and magnesium sulfate. It has a mild sedative effect. Thanks to this tool, it is possible to restore all phases of sleep, eliminate irritability and significantly improve mood. Baiu Bai supplement does not develop addiction or withdrawal symptoms even after prolonged use.

Baiu Bai drops are sold in bottles (50 ml) made of dark glass, equipped with a dropper dispenser or a mechanical dispenser. The drops are transparent, slightly yellowish, more viscous than ordinary water. They have a pleasant, sweet and sour taste. Between the ages of 3 and 7, it is recommended to take 20 drops under the tongue with meals. Take this sedative 3 times a day.

According to reviews, this supplement does not work very quickly, but after a week of use it can make the child calmer. With Baiu Bai drops, babies go to sleep much faster. Throughout the night, they practically do not wake up. Hyperactive children in grades 1-3 become much calmer, more attentive, more collected. The product acts mildly and does not cause unwanted side effects.

Advantages

• natural active ingredients;
• pleasant taste;
• adjust the physiological rhythm of sleep;
• help with hyperactivity to be calmer, more collected.

disadvantages

• the effect does not develop immediately.

The best sedatives for children from 12 years old

If children are 12 years of age or older, many of the sedatives used to treat adults are appropriate. However, you should clearly adhere to the treatment regimen and follow all the instructions of a qualified specialist.

Novo-Passit

Rating: 4.9

The drug Novo-Passit is produced in the Czech Republic. It contains dry extracts from 7 medicinal plants and guaifenesin. The extracts have a predominantly sedative effect, while guaifenesin has an anxiolytic effect. The drug helps with mild forms of insomnia. And also it is effective for all kinds of mental disorders from the group of neuroses.

Soothing tablets Novo-Passit are film-coated with a pale green color. They have an oval shape, convex on both sides, with a dividing line. Children over 12 years of age are recommended to take 1 tablet 3 times a day before meals. When fatigue and apathy appear, in the morning and afternoon they drink half, and in the evening a whole pill. 4-6 hours should pass between doses of the medicine.

According to reviews, after taking Novo-Passit, you do not have to wait long for the effect. Calmness and relaxation develops within 30 minutes. With such a medicine, the quality of sleep is improving in schoolchildren. They have a great rest and the next day with renewed vigor they can start learning. Their academic performance improves markedly and constant irritability disappears. And if nausea appears, then the drug is best taken with meals.

Advantages

• convenient tablet form;
• well thought out composition;
• the sedative effect develops very quickly;
• the quality of sleep is improving.

disadvantages

• may cause nausea when taken on an empty stomach.

Persen

Rating: 4.8

Sedative from Slovenia – Persen contains 3 active ingredients: extracts of valerian, lemon balm and mint. The drug has proven itself well in the treatment of increased nervous excitability, insomnia, or irritability. When you stop using Persen, the withdrawal syndrome does not develop. It can be consumed continuously for 8 weeks.

Persen tablets are coated in a dark brown color. They are round, convex on both sides, not very large. Adults and children over 12 years of age with increased nervous excitability, irritability are prescribed 2-3 tablets 2-3 times a day. For persistent insomnia – 2-3 tablets 30-60 minutes before going to bed. This herbal sedative is not badly tolerated, but occasionally it provokes bronchospasm and constipation (with prolonged use).

There are positive reviews about Persen. Schoolchildren note that with such a sedative, they become more stress-resistant and easier to endure the stress of the educational process. Parents note that with Persen their teenage children become less hot-tempered and respond more adequately to educational measures. Their sleep is getting better. However, they do not become lethargic during the day.

Advantages

• plant components of the composition;
• the tablets are easy to swallow;
• normalize the quality and duration of sleep;
• relieve irritability;
• increase stress resistance.

disadvantages

• can provoke bronchospasm, constipation.

sedative MediNatura BHI

Rating: 4.7

The American brand MediNatura produces the MediNatura BHI Calming. The formula of this product is a combination of homeopathic herbs that help to strengthen the nervous system, support mental health and blood hormone levels during times of stress. This remedy is great for relieving anxiety.

The MediNatura sedative is available in matte white plastic bottles. It is a convenient tablet that is kept in the mouth until it is completely dissolved. One bottle contains 100 of them. Adults and children over 12 years of age are advised to take 3 tablets per day. One piece is consumed every 4-6 hours. In severe cases, you can take the drug every 30 minutes until the condition is relieved.

According to reviews, MediNatura BHI Calming is great at soothing without causing drowsiness or addiction. Students become less hot-tempered. They respond adequately to teachers, and at home they do not rush to their parents. But at the same time, they note that positive dynamics does not develop immediately. The condition is gradually adjusted for the better.

Advantages

• an excellent combination of homeopathic ingredients;
• the tablets dissolve quickly in the mouth;
• do not cause drowsiness and addiction;
• perfectly calm the nervous system.

disadvantages

• the effect does not develop immediately.

Valerianachel

Rating: 4.7

The German pharmaceutical company Heel produces Valerianachel. It is a multicomponent homeopathic remedy with a pronounced sedative effect. It is used to treat children from 6 years of age. The drug has proven itself well for neuroses, neurasthenia, sleep problems, states of increased nervous excitability.

Valerianahel drops are sold in dark glass bottles (30 ml) with a built-in dropper. The solution is red-brownish, transparent, with a valerian odor. The drug is taken 1 hour after a meal or 30 minutes before the main meal. The dosage for children from 12 years old is 15 drops, previously diluted in 100 ml of water, three times a day. In this case, in the evening, it is allowed to take 20 drops.

The German sedative Valerianachel is usually well-received. Parents note that their children with the help of this drug get better sleep at night, and are less often irritated during the day. Adults who supervise the use of this medication report that they really like the bottle with a built-in pipette. It greatly facilitates the process of measuring the required dose. But some do not like the fact that a stable positive dynamics has to wait for some time.

Advantages

• homeopathy with a pronounced sedative effect;
• well tolerated;
• excellent bottle with a built-in pipette;
• helps with sleep disorders;
• relieves increased nervous excitability.

disadvantages

• specific taste;
• cumulative effect.

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