The drug "Dimexid" - how to breed it for treatment?

Medicinal preparation "Dimexid" represents Concentrate intended for the preparation of a solution that is used externally. It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antimicrobial action, promotes tissue regeneration and improves the flow of metabolic processes at the site of inflammation.

Dimexide is characterized by moderate fibrinolytic activity. It is able to penetrate through the skin, mucous membranes and cells of microbes. At the same time, the sensitivity of pathogenic bacteria to antibiotics and other medicines increases, their vulnerability increases.

Indications

As part of complex therapy in the treatment of injuries, skin and joint diseases, as well as with certain cosmetic problems, the use of Dimexide is often recommended. How to breed it, in what doses - appoints the attending physician of the patient. The drug is suitable for the treatment of the following diseases:

- Some diseases of the human musculoskeletal system - arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, deforming dystrophic joint disease, inflammation of synovial joints;

- focal scleroderma, erythema, lupus erythematosus, mycoses, thrombophlebitis, erysipelatous inflammation;

- bruises, sprains of ligaments, infiltrates traumatic;

- purulent wounds, burns, trophic ulcers, acne.

Contraindications

In order to learn more about the drug "Dimexide", how to plant and use it, it is necessary to consult a doctor - otherwise, undesirable side effects may be noted. Use the drug in small doses or discard it at all is necessary in the following cases:

- risk of allergic reaction;

- severe form of renal and hepatic insufficiency;

- cardiac ischemia;

- glaucoma;

- cataract;

- myocardial infarction;

- Pregnancy;

- Breastfeeding period.

Side effects of the drug

There may be the following side effects if you do not know the instructions for the Dimexid drug (how to breed it, it is indicated in it):

- dermatitis in places of rubbing;

- rashes on the skin;

- increased dryness of the skin;

- Burning sensation;

- itching;

- In rare cases, there is bronchospasm.

Interaction with other drugs

With simultaneous use with other medicines, Dimexide is able to increase absorption and enhance the action of ethanol, insulin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. It is well compatible with antibiotics, increases the sensitivity of pathogens to them.

Dosing and Administration

The medicine is used as a skin, in the form of compresses or for washing the affected area. Before using the drug, it is necessary to learn how to properly dilute Dimexide. In the resulting solution, the desired concentration should be wet gauze wipes or bandages, and then put them on the affected skin for twenty to thirty minutes. On top of the compress can be covered with a plastic film or cotton material. It is required to conduct such procedures within ten to fifteen days.

When treating trophic ulcers or erysipelas, the doctor usually advises how to dilute Dimexide. More often it is used in the form of a solution of a concentration of 30-50%, two or three times a day. With eczema, the question of how to grow Dimexide should also be decided by a specialist. Compresses with a solution of 40-90% are usually used.

For local anesthesia, the drug "Dimexide" is also often used. How to breed the drug, appoint a specialist (usually - 25-50% solution).

special instructions

Some patients with the use of this drug can smell garlic. Before using the drug, it is necessary to hold a test for hypersensitivity to it. For this, Dimexide solution is applied to the skin with a cotton swab. The occurrence of rashes and itching indicates an allergic reaction.