Among all the variety of antiseptic drugs of a wide spectrum of action offered in pharmacies, it is necessary to dwell separately on the preparation Desitin, which has proven itself in the elimination of inflammatory phenomena on the skin surface. Its qualities allow quickly and for a long time to eliminate unpleasant manifestations of allergic manifestations on the skin, minimize inflammations of various origin. Drying the damaged skin, this drug stimulates a rapid process of tissue regeneration, increasing overall immunity against penetrating infections in the skin.
Having a balanced composition, Desitin( the Latin name for Desitin) is well absorbed into the skin, leaving no greasy traces on it and not dirty clothes. Presented as a cream and ointment, it can be selected for a specific case to improve the quality of treatment, minimizing the likely negative manifestations. At the same time the cost of the drug can be considered affordable in comparison with the means for external use, which have a similar effect. Many buyers consider the price to be an important parameter, which significantly affects the desiatin's purchasing power.
Features of the preparation
At the earliest stages, eliminating inflammation and its manifestations, Desitin copes even with the advanced stages of pathological conditions. Its properties allow accelerating regenerative processes in the epidermis, creating on its surface a protective film that does not allow penetrating into the skin of pathogenic microorganisms. Interacting with the skin proteins, Desithin has a beneficial effect on the affected skin, and when hit during application to healthy areas does not have a negative effect, despite some toxicity of the drug itself.
When applying this agent to the skin, a reaction occurs that neutralizes the negative effect on the traces of urine, acids on the skin. This makes it possible to treat and prevent the occurrence of pressure sores, diaper dermatitis in children. Due to the low incidence of side effects when used, Desithin can be used to treat people who are sensitive to skin and children. This significantly increases the scope of the possible use of this drug, supporting interest in it from the buyers.
Dosage forms
In pharmacies today are offered two forms of the drug in question - ointment and cream. Both types of products have a high absorbency, are highly effective, it can be used in the treatment of a variety of skin lesions. The modern and well-developed formula of both dosage forms allows accelerating the processes of skin regeneration even in large areas of damage, but some features of the consistency of the ointment and cream, as well as composition, are made different both by indications for their use and possible outcomes from treatment with their help.
- Ointment is a homogeneous consistence of a substance of light yellow color, which has a characteristic light medicinal odor. Absorbed ointment after a few minutes after application, although it differs from the cream with a thicker structure. Ointment is well treated especially neglected stages of skin diseases, it is recommended for use by dermatologists in case of skin lesions in hard-to-reach places( for example, in deep folds of the skin).The ointment is packaged in plastic tubes of 57 g, each tube is placed in a cardboard box with the attached instruction. The package contains information about the name of the product, the manufacturer and the date of manufacture, which is necessary for the buyer. Shelf life of the drug is 3 years. It should be stored in a dark place with a constant temperature indicator( up to + 25 ° C).
- Cream Desitin has a lighter consistency, its absorbency is slightly higher than the same index for ointments. The cream is used mainly for children's and especially sensitive skin, as well as with the tendency of the skin of the patient to allergic manifestations. The cream is put in aluminum tubes 30 g each, in cardboard boxes. Instructions for use are enclosed.
Determining which dosage form will be most effective in each specific case, it is first of all necessary to consult a dermatologist who, on the basis of studying the general condition of the patient, the degree of neglect of the disease and the presence of a positive dynamics in treatment, will advise a certain type of the drug in question.
- Ointment is best suited for the treatment of advanced stages of inflammatory processes, as well as to eliminate negative manifestations of diseases in hard-to-reach places on the body.
- The cream is used for children and people with sensitive skin because of the reduced active ingredient content and low probability of allergic reactions.
Composition Desicin
The active ingredient of the preparation in question is zinc oxide, which when applied to the skin quickly eliminates inflammation, creates a protective film and stimulates the regeneration of damaged tissues. The following components should be classified as auxiliary components:
- talc;
- fish oil, which has a pronounced regenerative effect;
- Purified Petrol White;
- flavored oil;
- lanolin anhydrous;
- methyl paraben.
The listed substances are contained in the preparation Desitin in the most favorable ratio, allowing to fully manifest the medicinal qualities of the remedy.
Price
The cost indicator for buyers is one of the important criteria that largely determine the level of demand for the drug. And Desitin in both its dosage forms has a fairly affordable cost, which allows you to constantly support the demand for it. The price of the drug on the Russian market is about 210-225 rubles per tube. This indicator may vary somewhat depending on the seller's pricing policy.
Pharmacological action of
The most obvious manifestations of Desithin are its qualities:
- anti-inflammatory;
- astringent;
- healing;
- creating a protective film;
- drying;
- adsorbing;
- is a disinfectant.
The above properties of Desithin well affect the lesions on the skin, restoring its natural balance, reducing the degree of inflammatory reactions and eliminating the pathological microflora.
Pharmacodynamics
The active substance of this agent( zinc oxide) is an amorphous powder slightly yellowish in color, which has no pronounced odor and is slightly toxic at high doses. It has a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect, removes pathological manifestations on the skin and regenerates tissues.
Zinc oxide is dissolved in alkali and some acids, insoluble in water and ethyl alcohol. Preparation Desicion forms a protective film on the skin, which allows you to quickly restore areas of irritation, prevents the further spread of the pathological process.
Thanks to the content of fish oil and lanolin, it creates a special film on the damaged skin, which plays a protective and berber function. It persists on the skin for a long time, which is especially important for young children with prolonged contact with wet linen and diapers during a night's sleep.
Indications
Use of Desithin in any dosage form can occur with the following diseases and pathological conditions:
- in the treatment of diaper rills( both in children and adults);
- for healing of superficial wounds in the form of scratches, cuts, minor lesions;
- during the treatment of eczema;
- in the treatment of small in area and strength of the appearance of burns, which can occur due to thermal effects( thermal burns) or sunlight( sunburn);
- when eliminating the symptoms of dermatitis of different etiologies.
These manifestations are more amenable to cure with the drug in question. Also, when using complex therapy, an effective treatment of streptococcal skin infection, herpes at any stage of neglect can be performed.
Instructions for Use
The use of Desithin is not difficult. In any dosage form, it is used exclusively externally, no ointment or cream is required to rub. An overlay of a fixing or warming bandage is also not required. The effect after the application of the drug manifests itself within the first 2 hours from the moment the drug is applied to the skin.
Adult
For adults, the frequency of application is 2-3 times a day, the application time is not important for obtaining the expected effect. Duration of use is usually not limited, due to the fact that the drug has no tendency to accumulation in tissues, it can be used indefinitely. However, to increase the degree of effectiveness of the treatment after 2-3 weeks of use, it is recommended to pause, after which the treatment can be continued.
The drug showed itself perfectly both in mono-use, and in complex effects. Its qualities allow us to prescribe Desitin in the treatment of a variety of skin lesions, provided that there are no allergic manifestations to any components of this remedy.
For children and newborns
For children there are a number of restrictions in the use of Desithin. At the youngest age and the period of the newborn, the remedy should be used only for the purpose of the treating dermatologist due to the increased sensitivity of the baby's skin. Since 9 years the drug can be used 1-2 times a day, depending on the degree of skin lesions.
Duration of use should not exceed 15 days. After this, it is necessary to take a break, and if there are indications, continue the treatment under the supervision of a doctor.
In pregnancy and lactation
During the gestation period, the Desithin should be used gently. With any allergic manifestations, the drug is canceled and replaced with a similar effect.
When breastfeeding, care should also be taken: prolonged use of the drug may result in the penetration of its parts into breast milk, which can lead to negative consequences for the newborn.
Contraindications
Do not use the preparation Desitin in the presence of individual intolerance to any components of the drug, if it occurs when using allergic manifestations. Some dermatologists do not recommend using it for damage to kidney tissue and liver failure.
Side effects of
Desithin may have the following side effects, which is especially common when the body is prone to allergic manifestations:
- enhancement of existing negative symptoms;
- appearance of rashes and abnormal skin conditions;
- increase the degree of skin sensitivity.
Special instructions
If the product is stored for a long time, a significant reduction in its pharmacological properties is likely. This will be evidenced by the smell of the remedy: it acquires a shade of foul fish. In this case, it is recommended to discard the product.
Before using Desithin, it is necessary to wash hands, and during application to the affected areas of the skin, do not allow contact with eyes and mucous membranes: if swallowed, rinse immediately with eyes and mucous membranes with plenty of running water.
Interaction with other medications
No changes in medicinal qualities were observed when combined with other drugs.
Reviews
According to most buyers, the preparation Desitin has a high degree of effectiveness, the number of adverse events in its use is minimal. This makes the considered means one of the most popular and popular. The availability of its value is also facilitated by the popularity of the product: the price indicator of Desitin is one of the lowest analogs in pharmacies.
Analogues
To similar in its medicinal effects, preparations should be ointo zinc ointment, Zinc oxide, and Sudocrem. However, in comparison with Desitin, Sudokrem has, in the opinion of most buyers, a greater degree of effectiveness in treating pathological skin conditions with neglected development.
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