Having a pronounced high efficiency against a variety of inflammatory diseases, the mercury yellow ointment is one of the constituents of a series of mercury preparations. Its popularity is due to good indicators in the elimination of inflammation of a different origin, ease of use and almost complete absence of contraindications. The indicator of the cost of this drug is an important advantage in comparison with many other drugs with a similar effect: a relatively low price immediately attracts the attention of the buyer.
The multicomponent nature of the mercury yellow ointment makes it possible to show more of its properties;However, the main active substance of the drug has an independent sufficient effectiveness when using the drug in the treatment of many pathological processes on the surface of the skin. Numerous positive reviews testify to the popularity of this product intended for external use, and the doctors' research explains the reasons for the possibility of using a yellow mercury ointment both for solving some dermatological problems and for eliminating inflammatory processes on the mucous membrane of the eyes.
Features of the preparation
Being a highly effective agent with a pronounced antiseptic effect, the yellow mercury ointment does not become addictive, does not tend to accumulate in the body and can be used only for external use. The modern preparation, mercurial yellow ointment can be successfully used in the treatment of dermatological diseases, as well as in the treatment of the eyes: neutralizing the eyeball itself and not causing irritation, the active substance stops even a particularly neglected inflammatory process, stimulating the rapid regeneration of damaged tissues.
The most important advantages of the drug in question are its simple use: it is enough to apply once to obtain a positive effect, however, in order to ensure a pronounced dynamics in treatment, it is necessary to follow the course prescribed by the treating doctor( oculist or dermatologist) using a yellow mercury ointment. Having a minimal amount of side effects, the ointment is rapidly eliminated from the body, does not cause irritation of the mucous eye and the upper layer of the epidermis.
Medicinal forms
Mercurial yellow ointment is a creamy substance of a uniform consistency, having a color from light to rich yellow. Rapid absorption of the drug allows you to apply it several times during the day without fear of the appearance of greasy marks on clothes. The absence of the need to purchase an ointment according to a doctor's prescription allows you to buy it if necessary: when inflammation occurs in the skin, on the mucous membrane of the eyes. The instruction that accompanies the preparation gives an opportunity to get a complete picture of the composition of this product, as well as the specifics of its use.
An ointment is currently manufactured according to the classic prescription, all components for it are strictly certified and combined in a certain proportion necessary to provide the best therapeutic effect. The manufacturer guarantees the receipt of a positive result from the treatment taking into account the individual characteristics of the patient's body. However, the appointment of this remedy should be made by the attending physician to prevent possible side effects and negative reactions of the body.
Composition of yellow mercury ointment
The main active ingredient of the considered preparation is precipitated mercury, which has a high activity, as a result of which the efficacy of this drug is noted. As additional components are:
- Vaseline cosmetic;
- lanolin purified.
A small amount of glycerol and purified distilled water is allowed.
prices As already mentioned above, the drug has an affordable cost: the tube price on average is 100-155 rubles depending on the seller and its sales margin. This indicator of cost in comparison with similar means is accessible enough for the most part of buyers, which explains the constant demand for it and high popularity.
Pharmacological action of
The action of a yellow mercury ointment can be considered highly effective. This is determined by the good absorbency of the drug, the lack of a large number of adverse events even with prolonged use. Combining the ease of use and good parameters of treatment, yellow mercury ointment has a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect, it is well tolerated by almost all patients( except for people with increased individual sensitivity to individual components of the drug).
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Mercury, being a fairly active chemical, determines the degree of effectiveness of the drug. And the yellow mercury ointment, which has the minimum amount of side effects when used, shows extremely good results even at the beginning of its use: signs of inflammatory phenomena on the surface of the skin and on the mucous membranes of the organs of vision are eliminated.
Mercury particles penetrate the skin and mucous membrane, neutralizing sources of inflammation, stopping pathological processes in skin cells. At the same time rapid regeneration of damaged tissues is noted, which allows to increase the speed of healing.
Pharmacokinetics
Removal of particles of drug disintegration is performed by the kidneys with urine. A yellow mercury ointment is removed from the body quickly, and there is no accumulation of it in the tissues.
Indications
Yellow mercury ointment can be used as for lesions of the skin of an inflammatory nature, and for the treatment of the organs of vision. Indications for the use of this drug include the following diseases and pathological conditions:
- conjunctivitis;
- blepharitis;
- inflammation of the mucosa;
- haljazion;
- small skin lesions, due to which its inflammation occurs: abrasions, wound of domestic character, cuts;
- frequent appearance on the skin of pimples;
- treatment of streptococcal impetigo;
- demodicosis;
- furunculosis.
These conditions are amenable to treatment with a yellow mercury ointment, which not only eliminates inflammation, but also stimulates the elimination of degenerative processes. Accelerating the restoration of damaged areas of the skin, it provides a reliable protection of the epidermis, and when applied even in the case of contact with healthy skin does not cause noticeable irritations.
Instructions for Use
The detailed instructions for use provided with the preparation provide information on the specific features of the use of a mercury yellow ointment, its dosage in each specific case and the duration of use, as well as the possible side effects. To obtain the most pronounced effect, this drug should be appointed by a doctor in the presence of indications for its use.
Depending on the age, this drug is administered at a certain dosage. Mercury is an active substance, therefore, when using it, it is desirable to monitor the attending physician to prevent possible negative manifestations with increased sensitivity to the components of the remedy and to make the necessary adjustments to the treatment.
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Adult
For adults, the frequency of application of the drug is 1-2 times during the day, the ointment is applied to the skin with a thin layer without subsequent rubbing. When treating the organs of vision, the remedy is laid in the lower eyelid.
Duration of treatment is also prescribed by a doctor, it is usually 5-12 days.
For children, newborns
In childhood, the drug is used with increased accuracy due to the high activity of the active ingredient. It is recommended to use a yellow mercury ointment from the age of 12 due to the increased sensitivity of the baby's skin.
Apply the product to the skin in a thin layer, once a day. For the treatment of conjunctivitis, blepharitis and inflammation of the eye mucosa, the drug is placed in the lower eyelid in a small amount.
In pregnancy, lactation
- The agent does not manifest itself aggressively, however, when treating a woman with a child using a yellow mercury ointment, it is necessary to first calculate the probable advantage from its use in comparison with possible negative consequences. During treatment with yellow mercury ointment during pregnancy, the doctor should monitor.
- When feeding a newborn, the likelihood of a negative effect is also taken into account.
Contraindications
Contraindications include early childhood, increased sensitivity to individual components of the drug.
Side effects of
The following effects include the following effects when applying a yellow mercury ointment:
- from the digestive tract may cause nausea, bloating, flatulence;
- from the skin - redness of the skin with hypersensitivity of the epidermis;
- kidney irritation and malfunction;
- occurrence of disorders from the nervous system in the form of irritability, drowsiness, apathy.
The listed side effects are usually few, they are noted in a small amount and extremely rare.
Special instructions
The use of a yellow mercury ointment is usually prescribed by a dermatologist or in the treatment of the organs of vision. Self-medication can bring a number of side effects and negative dynamics of treatment.
Interaction with other drugs
This preparation should not be used with parallel use of products containing iodine and bromine salts.
Reviews
A large number of positive reviews received a yellow mercury ointment in the treatment of many eye and dermatological lesions. Features of its composition determine the speed of absorption, high efficiency even in the advanced stages of current pathological processes. Many buyers as a plus note the availability of the drug: its price can be considered one of the lowest among the counterparts offered in pharmacies.
With minimal side effects in use, the drug is prescribed in a complex treatment, and excellent results are also obtained with mono-exposure.
Analogues of
No analogues of mercury ointment are currently available on the market. To the agent for external use, which helps in the treatment of inflammatory manifestations of the skin and eye mucosa, mercury amido chloride must be attributed.