Very often all kinds of infections, injuries and diseases are accompanied by pain syndromes of varying severity. In order to quickly remove the pain, in some cases, you can use external analgesics. Among local anesthetics, the Menovazin spray is distinguished by its pronounced effect and affordable price.
Release form
This analgesic can be purchased in pharmacies in the form of an external solution and ointment. The solution is available in dark glass bottles with a volume of 25, 40, 50 or 100 ml. Each bottle is packed in a cardboard box with an annotation. Additionally, in the box there may be a special nozzle for using the product in the form of a spray. "Menovazin" in this form is a clear liquid with a characteristic menthol odor.
In the form of ointment, the medicine is packaged in aluminum tubes of 40 g each, packed together with instructions in cardboard boxes.
Structure
The set of chemical components for all forms of drug release is the same, with the exception of alcohol in solution. The composition of the Menovazin spray is based on menthol obtained from the processing of plant essential oil. An additional analgesic effect is provided by the substances novocaine and benzocaine. Both of them act on the body the same way, stopping pain, and are used in almost all pain medications. The ethanol concentration in the solution reaches 70%.
It should be noted that the medication does not eliminate the causes of pain and is used only for symptomatic relief of patients.
Pharmacology
All the effects of the drug on the human body are due to its constituent components. Menthol in contact with skin immediately causes irritation, which reflexively dilates blood vessels located close to the surface. It is a strong blood flow that provides a feeling of coolness, due to which itching, pain and discomfort are eliminated.
The Menovazin spray is much more convenient to use, since there is no need to rub the product on the skin with your hands, which will lead to a reaction on the palms of your hands.
Benzocaine and novocaine have a moderate analgesic effect in the composition of the drug. They act on the body in a similar way and when paired they simply increase the analgesic effect. The result is achieved by blocking the sodium channels in the skin in direct contact, which prevents further transmission of nerve impulses to the brain.
Recommendations for use
According to the instructions for use, the Menovazin solution can only be used as an external agent. Based on this, it can be used to eliminate pain with:
- joint inflammation;
- injuries
- arthralgia;
- sprains;
- bruises;
- myalgia;
- dislocation;
- neuralgia.
The tool, in general, is suitable for the relief of pain with any muscle, joint or pain in the ligaments.
Often spray "Menovazin" has indications for use not only for pain relief, but also for relieving skin itching.
So, the solution can be used for dermatitis, insect bites and other situations.
Bans to use
Like any medication, Menovazin should not be used in any form if there is a negative reaction in the body to at least one of the components of the composition. It is also advisable to conduct a sensitivity test before starting treatment, smearing with a small amount of the product the skin on the bend of the elbow. Only if no irritation appears within a quarter of an hour, the solution can be used directly for its intended purpose.
Strict contraindications to the drug are:
- purulent skin diseases;
- purulent and inflammatory processes at the site of application;
- open wounds or cuts;
- burns.
Due to the lack of clinical experience, the use of the drug to treat patients under 18 years of age is also prohibited.
It is also impossible to use the Menovazin spray during pregnancy or breastfeeding. This is due to the fact that the drug contains a large amount of ethanol, and it is able to penetrate through the bloodstream into breast milk and the fetus. All this can provoke various abnormalities in infants, including a slowdown in fetal development.
Dosage and administration
The solution and ointment are applied directly to the area of the skin where it is necessary to relieve pain, and rubbed with light massage movements. To avoid the effects of the drug on the palms, you can use gloves during application or use the spray form.
Depending on the severity of pain, the solution is applied 2-3 times a day. The duration of treatment is determined by a specialist, but should not exceed 21 days. If during this period there is no relief, then you must consult a doctor to clarify the treatment and diagnosis.
When the product has dried, the site of exposure can be closed with a dry warming dressing to enhance the effect.
Minor reactions
According to reviews, the Menovazin spray is often well tolerated by patients if they follow all the doctor’s instructions. In some cases, people with hypersensitivity to the skin may experience the following reactions:
- dry skin, swelling and itching at the site of application;
- allergic dermatitis;
- hives;
- skin rash;
- burning.
Also, the application may be accompanied by a feeling of “tightness” of the skin, but all this does not require additional medical intervention. All unpleasant symptoms disappear on their own when the drug is discontinued, and sometimes they do not require this at all. At the end of the course, the skin quickly returns to normal.
Overdose
As such, an overdose of Menovazine has not been reported. The drug can provoke negative reactions with prolonged use in unlimited quantities. Patients in such cases complain of lethargy, drowsiness, dizziness, decreased performance and blood pressure. Similar symptoms are caused by ethanol in the composition of the solution.
If the medication is accidentally swallowed, it is necessary to immediately rinse the stomach and give the patient any enterosorbent. Often such situations occur with children, and treatment should be symptomatic.
special instructions
To enhance the analgesic effect, Menovazin can be used in parallel with other warming ointments or painkillers. Since the drug is not used as an independent tool directly to eliminate the causes of pain, it can be combined with other medicinal formulations.
The solution does not have any effect on the functioning of the nervous system if the recommended dosage is observed, therefore, during treatment it is allowed to control complex mechanisms and transport.
Menovazin External Spray for children can be dangerous because not all clinical studies have been conducted. It should not be used in the treatment of patients under 18 years of age. If there is simply no other treatment option, then applying the solution is required under the strict supervision of specialists.
Analogs
The Menovazin spray simply has no direct analogues with the same composition. In pharmacies, you can purchase other analgesic drugs that are similar to the one considered only in therapeutic effect. Naturally, it is forbidden to replace Menovazin on their own, since a completely different composition can cause allergies or other adverse reactions in the patient's body. In addition, almost all analogues are much more expensive than the solution.
If desired, the medication can be replaced by:
- "Fastum Gel";
- "Voltaren Emulgel";
- "Zhivokost ointment";
- Alizatron;
- Ketonal and others.
Reviews
The drug can be bought at any pharmacy without a doctor’s prescription. The cost of a bottle with a solution starts at just 25 rubles, which allows citizens with any financial situation to use it for therapeutic purposes. Among the advantages of the drug, many note a pronounced analgesic effect, which manifests itself immediately after application. Negative serious reactions are not observed in almost anyone, but many complain of dryness and “tightness” of the skin. The solution is stored for 2 years.