Ointment "Levomekol" is a tool for external use, which was developed back in the late 70s of the last century. Who is this drug indicated for? What are the features of using the medicine "Levomekol"? What is it used for? We discuss these issues in the article.
The composition of the funds
Ointment "Levomekol" is a combined medication, it contains two active substances: the immunostimulant methyluracil and the antibiotic chloramphenicol, 1 g of the product contains 40 mg and 7.5 mg, respectively. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic with a wide spectrum of action, and thanks to methyluracil, trophic tissue improves and the skin regeneration process is activated .
Pharmacological action of the drug
Ointment “Levomekol” (from which it is used, will be described below) is able to penetrate perfectly into the skin, without damaging biological membranes. It has a complex effect: anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, regenerating. The drug is active against rickettsia, chlamydia, spirochetes, as well as most of both gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. The bacteriostatic effect of the ointment is achieved due to inhibition of protein synthesis in the cell of a harmful microorganism. In this case, the presence of a large number of necrotic masses and pus does not affect the antimicrobial effect of the ointment.
The drug "Levomekol": what is it used for?
Ointment is recommended to be used in the following cases:
Herpes. One of the main indications of the drug is the treatment of purulent-inflammatory dermatological diseases. Therefore, ointment "Levomekol" from herpes can be used. A positive effect is achieved due to the anti-inflammatory effect of the drug. The drug acts exactly where it is necessary, that is, directly at the site of inflammation, the pus secreted does not affect the effectiveness of the drug.
Boils. Quite often, doctors prescribe Levomekol ointment for boils. Apply it to the affected area of the skin previously cleansed with any antiseptic. Under the influence of the drug, edema of the surrounding tissues decreases, due to the presence of an antibiotic, the agent will act on pathogenic microorganisms, thereby “drawing” purulent contents from the boil.
Hemorrhoids. With an exacerbated form of the disease, the drug helps to relieve inflammation, eliminate pathogenic microflora, and accelerate the restoration of affected tissues.
Burns. In this case, Levomekol ointment is used to prevent infection of affected surfaces, accelerate the process of tissue regeneration and healing.
Gynecological diseases. This medication can be used for inflammation of the uterus, inflammatory erosion of the cervix, divergence of vaginal sutures that are applied after surgery or ruptures during childbirth. In such situations, use swabs with the drug "Levomekol."
What else can this drug be used from? In addition to the above cases, the tool is recommended to be applied to cuts, sutures, pressure sores, corns and other skin lesions. This will help prevent infection and accelerate wound healing.
Recommendations for use
The medicine is used exclusively externally. A thin layer of ointment is applied to the affected surface, then the treated area is covered with sterile gauze folded in several layers or with a clean cloth. The treatment of infected surfaces is carried out 1-2 times a day, until the wound is cleaned of purulent contents. As a rule, treatment with the drug lasts 5-10 days. In the presence of a deep, large wound or if it is located in the body cavity, the ointment is applied to gauze napkins, which are introduced into the wound surface. For this, the composition is preheated to body temperature (approximately 35 ° C). Then the gauze napkins impregnated with the composition are introduced into the wound. If the skin damage is deep and narrow and it is impossible to enter the napkins treated with the drug into it, then the ointment is injected with a syringe through a catheter. To do this, a rubber drainage tube is inserted into the wound, into which a disposable syringe filled with the medicine is inserted, and the ointment is squeezed inside. By drainage, it will fall to the very bottom of the wound. A fixative bandage is applied to the treated areas of the body. Change wipes to new ones as they accumulate necrotic masses on them and soak them with pus.
Side effect
The drug "Levomekol" is a low-reactivity drug, so side effects occur infrequently. In rare cases, allergic reactions may develop at the site of application of the ointment, which are manifested by redness of the skin, itching, rash.
Finally
Many diseases can be treated with Levomekol. From what exactly the medication is used and how to use it correctly, you learned from this article. But remember that this is a drug containing an antibiotic, so before applying it to the skin, consult a specialist.