Ointment 'Dermazin': description of the preparation

Ointment "Dermazin" is a remedy for external use. The main active ingredient of this drug is silver sulfadiazine in a concentration of 1%.

Ointment "Dermazin": indications for use . "Dermazin" - a fairly effective tool that is prescribed for burns, wounds, the development of cutaneous necrosis, trophic ulcers, bedsores, as well as during skin transplantation. The drug disinfects wounds and skin lesions, clearing them of pathogenic microorganisms and toxic substances. Under the influence of sulfadiazine, tissue necrosis processes stop, and the lesions heal much more quickly.

Ointment quickly impregnates damaged tissue, exudate and necrotic masses. Only after this begins the release of active silver. Its concentration is toxic for pathogens, but it is completely harmless for healthy tissues.

Antibiotics can not stop necrosis, since they spread only with blood, and in the areas of burns normal blood circulation is disturbed. That is why in medical practice so often use the drug "Dermazin". Reviews about it are positive: tissue regeneration accelerates, necrotic processes stop. Side effects develop very rarely. The product has no unpleasant, sharp odor, and its residues are fairly easily washed off with the help of warm water.

"Dermazin": instructions for use . Ointment should be applied in the form of an application on the damaged skin. To maintain sterility, it is recommended to cover the affected area treated with a gauze dressing. Use "Dermazin" can be no more than 1 - 2 times a day. When dressing and re-lubricating the skin, the remains of the previous layer must be removed with either warm water or an antiseptic.

When exposed to heat or direct sunlight, silver oxidizes and loses its properties. Therefore, it is not worthwhile to apply the ointment treated skin areas to the long-term effect of direct sunlight.

Ointment "Dermazin": contraindications . The remedy has a number of contraindications. For example, it can not be administered to newborn children, especially premature infants. The active substances of the drug are able to penetrate the placental barrier, so the use during pregnancy is not recommended. Doctors can use the ointment only if the burn area is more than 20% and there is a real threat to the life of a woman.

In addition, the drug is contraindicated in patients with special sensitivity to its active components, as well as in the presence of a strong allergic reaction. Do not recommend it in renal or hepatic insufficiency, as well as the violation of hematopoiesis in the bone marrow.

Ointment is not used for deep purulent wounds or burns, which are accompanied by a copious discharge of exudate.

Ointment "Dermazin": possible side effects . Adverse reactions are rarely recorded. Most often on the spot of application there is itching and burning. The skin can lose pigmentation or be painted brownish gray. In some cases (especially with hypersensitivity) there is a vast allergic reaction and a rash at the site of applications.

With prolonged use, the patient may experience headache and weakness. Sometimes there is leukopenia and other systemic side reactions.

Ointment "Dermazin": special instructions. The drug must be stored in a dark and cool place, this will prevent the oxidation of silver.

If the damage sites are very extensive and the area of the treated skin is large, then such patients need regular monitoring, especially if there are concomitant diseases of the liver and kidneys.

Patients who use the ointment for a long time, is recommended abundant alkaline drink.