"Skin-cap" (cream) is intended for external use, it has a white color, the main active substance in it is activated zinc pyrithione. The excipients used are Tegin M, Togo Alkanol 18, Abil K4, Tegosoft EE, Tego Ker 450, Tegosoft E20, Tegosoft LSE 65K, butylhydroxytoluene, nipagin, purified water and flavoring.
This medicine is also available in the form of aerosol and shampoo, which are intended for external use.
The main active ingredient is activated pyrithione zinc, which is part of the Skin-cap agent (cream), has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, as well as antifungal effects. It is this component that causes the death of fungi and bacteria.
This drug is most active against bacteria belonging to the Pity-rosporum group. They cause inflammation and a high rate of cell division of the epidermis with seborrhea and psoriasis, as well as other skin diseases.
This drug causes a suppression of the rate of division of cells that are in the stage of hyperproliferation, but do not affect normal epidermal cells. The composition of the drug is selected so that it is rapidly absorbed and penetrates into the deeper layers of the skin, and a form such as a cream also has hydrating activity.
Indications for use
Aerosol and cream is recommended for children after one year, as well as adults, if necessary, for the treatment of the following diseases: atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, dry skin (cream) and seborrheic dermatitis.
Shampoo is best used for treatment; atopic dermatitis of the head, seborrheic dermatitis, itching, dandruff, psoriasis, oily and dry seborrhea.
A contraindication to the use of Skin-cap (cream) is the individual intolerance of its components.
"Skin-cap" (cream) - instructions for use
Before applying the cream, it is necessary to shake the tube well, after which it is applied with a thin layer on the affected area 2 times a day. The duration of such treatment can last up to one and a half months, and for the treatment of atopic dermatitis, 1 month is enough.
Shake the bottle with shampoo before use and apply it to wet hair, then massage your head well. Then the shampoo is washed off and again applied to the head, where it should stay for about 5 minutes. It is recommended to use it for 2 weeks every three days. In the treatment of psoriasis, the drug is used for 5 weeks, and as a prophylaxis, shampoo is used once a week. The use of this tool does not affect the condition and color of the hair. If it accidentally gets into your eyes, then you need to rinse them with plenty of water.
Aerosol is applied from a distance of approximately 15 cm, two or three times a day. In order to have a stable positive effect, it is necessary to apply it for at least a week. If there is a need to spray hair on the head, then for this there is a special nozzle.
Side effects when using the "Skin-cap" (cream), may be allergic reactions.
The shelf life of the cream is 3 years, and it must be stored in temperature conditions from 4 to 20 ° C. For aerosol and shampoo, the shelf life is five years and the storage temperature is 4-30 ° C.
"Skin-cap" (cream) - reviews
Most people respond positively to this drug. Young mothers indicate that the cream helps well with the appearance of rashes and redness in children, in addition it is a non-hormonal drug. Also, people indicate that in the presence of allergies in the form of skin rashes, Skin-Cap cream helps very quickly and effectively. As patients indicate, this drug has one drawback - a rather high price.