The medicine "Argosulfan" (ointment) is characterized by instructions as an external antimicrobial agent. The medication helps to reduce the healing period, provides protection against infection of affected surfaces. Sulfathiazole - the active substance of the drug - inhibits the synthesis of folic acid in the bacterial cell. Silver ions present in the product increase the antimicrobial effect of the active component, and also prevent the development, growth and reproduction of pathogenic microorganisms. Systemic absorption against external use is negligible. Due to the low solubility, a constant concentration of the active substance in the affected area is ensured.
Indications
Means "Argosulfan" (ointment) (the instruction contains such data) is recommended for purulent wounds, frostbite, bedsores, burn disease to varying degrees and of different nature of occurrence. The indications for the use of the medication include infected dermatitis, streptostaphyloderma, eczema (microbial), dermatitis (simple contact). A liniment is prescribed for trophic ulcerative lesions of the cover in the lower leg region of a different nature, for chronic venous insufficiency, angiopathy due to diabetes (sugar), edarteritis (obliterating).
Means "Argosulfan" (ointment). Instructions for use
It is recommended to use a cotton swab for applying the drug. The affected areas of the skin are treated so that the liniment covers the entire problem area. The medicine "Argosulfan" (ointment), the instruction recommends applying in a layer of two or three millimeters. Processing is carried out once or twice a day. The use of a medication with an occlusive dressing is allowed . In the case of exudate during the use of the drug, it is recommended to wash the affected area with an antiseptic solution.
Side effects
Means "Argosulfan" (ointment) (instructions, patient reviews indicate this) is generally tolerated satisfactorily. Allergies are rare. As a rule, it is associated with the presence of hypersensitivity to the components. If skin rash, irritation, dryness, burning sensation occur, treatment should be stopped by contacting a doctor.
Contraindications
Means "Argosulfan" (ointment) (the instruction warns about this) is not recommended during pregnancy (with the exception of emergency), during feeding, with hypersensitivity. Contraindications include early age (up to two months). Caution during therapy is shown with patients with disorders of the renal system, who are in a state of shock. Careful medical supervision is necessary when treating extensive burn surfaces.
The medicine "Argosulfan" (ointment). Instruction Price. additional information
With prolonged use in areas of large area, you must remember the likelihood of developing leukopenia. During therapy, serum sulfathiazole should be monitored. The cost of the medication is within 200 rubles.