Today, various antiseptic and disinfectants are often used to treat skin pathologies. Some of them have a powerful therapeutic effect, others have a weak. One such remedy is lead acetate or, as it is called, lead lotion (lead water). Previously, it was often used in medicine, but at present the drug is not of interest as a medicine. Nevertheless, there are those who continue to apply it.
Description and description of the medication
Lead lotion - anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, disinfectant and astringent, which includes lead acetate and water in a ratio of 2:98. The drug is available in the form of a solution for external use, which is made in the prescription department of pharmacies. The solution is a cloudy liquid with a slight smell of vinegar. The drug is placed in bottles with a capacity of 100 milliliters.
The drug is obtained from the reaction product of lead with an aqueous solution of acetic acid. It has a sweet taste, but the product is highly toxic, so under no circumstances should it be tasted.
According to the instructions, lead lotion is used externally in the following situations:
- Skin diseases of an inflammatory nature.
- Inflammatory pathologies of the mucous epithelium.
Apply the medicine in the form of compresses and lotions. A lead lotion from bruises, abrasions and hematomas is also used. Lead acetate is part of some ointments for pressure sores.
Recently, this substance has been actively used in the treatment of sexually transmitted diseases, as well as in cosmetologists. But today, the use in these areas is prohibited due to the high toxicity of the drug.
Therapeutic effect
Lead lotion has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent effect. In a small concentration of lead, acetate blocks the activity of certain enzymes, promotes the formation of albuminates on the surface of tissues, which stops the further penetration of metal ions into the deeper layers of the dermis. Dense albuminates are formed together with the formation of a protective layer on the dermis and mucosa of the epithelium, which prevents pathogenic microbes from entering them.
Thus, the antibacterial effect of lead lotion is due to the combination of albuminates with pathogen proteins.
The drug is approved for external use only. There is evidence of the toxicity of the drug when used in high concentration.
Lead lotion: instructions for use
The product is used in the form of lotions, as well as compresses and washes. A lead lotion is prepared from bruises according to the prescription directly in the pharmacy for each specific patient. After preparation of the drug, the bottle is tightly sealed, since the solution is able to decompose under the influence of carbon dioxide.
The solution can also be used for douching. To do this, 10 milligrams of the drug is diluted in 200 milligrams of pure water.
After using the product, the bottle must be tightly closed with a cap.
Application restrictions
Lead lotion can not be used in the following cases:
- high susceptibility to the components of the drug;
- acute or chronic lead poisoning;
- tendency to allergic reactions.
It is recommended to carefully use the drug during the period of gestation and breastfeeding of the child, as well as in childhood and senility.
Adverse Reactions and Overdose
The drug can provoke the development of allergies.
In acute drug poisoning, the following negative symptoms may appear:
- Metallic taste in the oral cavity.
- Pain in the abdomen.
- Nausea accompanied by vomiting.
- Diarrhea.
- Oliguria.
- Black chair.
- Collapse.
- Lack of coordination of movements.
- Miscarriage.
- Hemolytic anemia.
- Nervous breakdown.
- Impaired renal function.
- Coma.
The drug is toxic to the liver, kidneys, nervous and cardiovascular systems. When children are poisoned, the risk of negative effects on the brain increases. Complications of intoxication may be delayed. It is necessary to be observed periodically by a doctor.
In case of chronic poisoning, the following symptoms develop:
- Loss of appetite.
- Weight loss.
- Irritability.
- Fatigue.
- Pain in the head.
- The appearance on the gums of a gray border.
- Intermittent vomiting.
- Pain in the limbs.
- Violation of the sensitivity of the limbs.
- Paralysis of the muscles of the feet and hands.
- Menstrual irregularities.
- Anemia.
- High blood pressure.
- Paralysis.
- Miscarriages
If it gets into the organs of vision, it causes irritation, therefore it is necessary to immediately rinse them with clean cold water.
Use this medication with caution. If any negative symptoms appear, consult a doctor. The toxic effect of this drug can provoke serious violations of the human reproductive system.
additional information
The drug is allowed for sharing with other medicines. It does not affect the rate of psychomotor reactions.
You need to store the medicine in a tightly closed vial at an air temperature of no more than twenty-five degrees. The shelf life from the moment of release is twelve months.
Purchase of medicine
The drug can be purchased only by prescription. It is done right at the pharmacy for each patient. The cost of the medication must be clarified directly at the institution. Today, the drug can not be purchased in all pharmacy chains, which is quite problematic.
Analogs
Lead lotion is rarely used recently. The doctor usually prescribes other drugs that are similar in therapeutic effect. The analogues of the drug include:
- Zinc oxide.
- Zinc ointment.
- "Bischofite."
- "Dimexide."
- Zinc paste.
- Boric acid.
- Anzibel.
- "Chlorhexidine."
- Teymurova paste.
Only the attending physician can prescribe a therapy regimen depending on the severity of the pathology and the individual characteristics of the body of each patient.
Reviews of doctors
Lead lotion used to be often used in the treatment of many pathologies of the skin and mucous epithelium. Today, this drug is not considered a drug. The fact is that, like all lead compounds, it has toxicity, carcinogenic properties and neurotoxicity. The maximum allowable concentration of lead acetate is mg / m³. In severe poisoning with a drug, collapse, coma and death can occur.
Today, the pharmaceutical market has many drugs with a similar therapeutic effect, but with different compositions. They are non-toxic and are widely used in various branches of medicine. Therefore, doctors do not recommend using this tool for the treatment of diseases of the skin and mucous membranes, especially for children and pregnant women.