Ointment "Levosin" is a universal drug recommended for use in a variety of diseases and traumatic injuries of integumentary tissues. We offer a closer look at this drug.
How does Levosin work?
This tool is an ointment for external use, which has an anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and local anesthetic effect. In addition, the drug contributes to the regeneration and rapid healing of wounds.
Levosin ointment is made from components such as chloramphenicol, sulfadimethoxine, trimecaine, methyluracil. The basis of this drug is water-soluble polyethylene glycol.
Ointment "Levosin": use and contraindications
This drug is recommended in the treatment of purulent wounds in the purulent-necrotic stage of the wound process. Also, Levosin ointment is effective in healing skin wounds of various etiologies that have been infected (burns, poorly healing ulcers, etc.). In addition, this drug helps to cope even with rather severe wounds and the state of puffiness, which are the result of surgical intervention. The drug "Levosin" is not recommended for use if the patient has intolerance to at least one of its components.
Dosage and administration
As a rule, ointment is impregnated with a gauze sterile napkin, which is then applied to the affected surface and fixed. You can also put the drug directly into the wound. In addition, it is often practiced the introduction of funds into the purulent cavity using a catheter and syringe. It must be borne in mind that first the dead tissue is removed and the affected area is treated with hydrogen peroxide, and only after that is the Levosin ointment applied. Reviews of this drug in no way affect the consequences of its use along with other medical devices, despite the lack of special studies in this area. This suggests that the ointment does not have a negative effect, even if used in parallel with other drugs.
Side effects
This drug, like most medicines, can cause side effects. So, the use of Levosin ointment can sometimes lead to an allergic reaction in the form of a skin rash. In this case, it is strongly recommended to immediately stop using the drug and seek medical help.
In general, in order to avoid excesses, before using this ointment, you must consult your doctor. It is also highly undesirable to use the drug "Levosin" for pregnant and breast-feeding women, since today there is no data on a study of the safety and effectiveness of the drug during these periods.
Release form and storage conditions of ointment
The drug "Levosin" is available both in glass jars (50 and 100 grams), and in aluminum tubes (40 grams). It is recommended to store the ointment in a cool place, protected from direct sunlight (the refrigerator is best suited for this purpose).