The tool "Panthenol-Ratiopharm" belongs to the category of drugs that improve trophism and tissue regeneration. The medicine is intended for external use. Pantenol-Ratiopharm ointment has a characteristic odor, slightly yellowish color. The active ingredient is dexpanthenol. Additional substances: wool wax, potassium sorbate, triglycerides, sodium citrate, white petrolatum, purified water and others.
The active substance of the drug - dexpanthenol - acts similarly to panthenolic acid.
With external use, the drug contributes to the formation and restoration of the functions of epithelial tissue, has some anti-inflammatory effect.
The tool "Panthenol-Ratiopharm" (reviews of experts confirm this) for difficultly healing wounds, as well as trophic ulcers, must be used under the supervision of a doctor. The duration of use depends on the characteristics of the pathology and the severity of the patient's condition.
The medicine "Panthenol-Ratiopharm" should be applied with a thin layer several or once a day to the affected areas. As a rule, the doctor indicates the duration of treatment when appointing. If necessary, the course can be continued.
In practice, there have been no cases of overdose (even with an accidental ingestion of the drug inside). There are also no negative reactions with the interaction of the drug "Panthenol-Ratiopharm" and other drugs.
The drug has no contraindications for use during pregnancy or lactation. The use of the medication in the treatment of children should be carried out under the supervision of a physician.
When using it, isolated cases of an allergic reaction due to individual intolerance to the components can be noted.
The preparation "Panthenol-Ratiopharm" does not require special storage conditions. However, the medicine should be kept away from children. Shelf life is thirty-six months. After this period, the medicine should not be used.
The medicine is often prescribed in the treatment of superficial lesions of soft tissues and skin. The product is used locally. Panthenol-Ratiopharm medication is used for abrasions, aseptic postoperative wounds, burns, poorly healing skin grafts, trophic ulcers of the leg. The drug is indicated for dermatitis, as well as for sunburn.
No medicine is prescribed for individual intolerance.
When using the medication on the anal or genital area, it is recommended not to use latex contraceptives. This is due to the fact that petroleum jelly, which is part of the drug, has a destructive effect on the material of condoms.
Despite the availability of Pantenol-Ratiopharm (the price is up to five hundred rubles), a doctor must be consulted before purchasing the product. It should be remembered that self-medication can lead to negative consequences. The drug "Panthenol-Ratiopharm" is prescribed after examination by a specialist.