The medicine "Diprosalik" is a drug with anti-inflammatory and keratolytic effects. This tool is used for outdoor use. In the article, we consider the features of the drug, as well as analogues of "Diprosalik".
About the drug
"Diprosalik" is an American-made drug. It is produced in the form of an ointment or lotion intended for external use. This drug is prescribed for the treatment of psoriasis, dermatitis, eczema, lichen and other skin diseases. This is indicated in the instructions.
Diprosalik lotion can also be found on sale. It is a colorless, viscous, translucent liquid.
In this case, betamethasone dipropionate and salicylic acid are used as active ingredients. The cost of this medicine starts from five hundred and thirty rubles.
Release format and composition
So, as it was already clarified earlier, "Diprosalik" is a tool for external use. The drug has a white color. The ointment has a soft consistency, it is also homogeneous and the preparation does not contain visible particles. The composition contains an active component in the form of betamethasone dipropionate. 1 gram of ointment or lotion contains 640 micrograms of this substance. In addition to betamethasone dipropionate, salicylic acid is also included in the described therapeutic agent. In 1 gram of ointment it contains 30 milligrams, in lotion - 20. Now we will consider in which cases it is advisable to use "Diprosalik".
Indications
The tool is indicated, first of all, to reduce the inflammatory manifestations of hyperkeratic and dry dermatoses, which are sensitive to therapy with hormonal agents. In addition, the described drug is widely applicable in a number of the following cases:
- If the patient has psoriasis.
- When atopic chronic dermatitis occurs.
- Against the background of neurodermatitis (that is, we are talking about chronic simple lichen).
- With flat lichen.
- Against the background of eczema (including with coin-shaped eczema).
- In patients with eczema of the hands, and, in addition, in the presence of eczematous dermatitis.
- Against the background of the development of dyshidrosis.
- With seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp.
- With ichthyosis and other ichthyosis-like conditions.
Contraindications
Is it always allowed to use Diprosalik ointment?
It is worth noting that there are not many contraindications per se for this medication. In the official instructions, only a reaction of hypersensitivity to any components of the ointment is indicated.
What else does the instruction for use for diprosalik ointment tell us?
Dosage and Administration
The ointment is recommended to be applied in a thin layer twice a day in the morning, and also at night. During the application, the agent should completely cover the affected skin areas. In some patients, a supportive effect is achieved by less frequent applications.
"Diprosalik" with phimosis is also often prescribed. The course of treatment depends on the further development of the disease, if the ointment is used for a long time, then therapy should be canceled gradually. It is applied 2 times a day (morning and evening) or 1 time per day (preferably in the evening). Applying a bandage to the foreskin is not recommended. The drug has no age-related contraindications, but in infancy it is used with great care.
special instructions
In the event that, along with the use of this ointment, irritation develops along with hypersensitivity, treatment should be stopped. In cases of infection, appropriate therapy should be prescribed. Against the background of local use of hormonal drugs, especially in children, adverse reactions that are characteristic of this category of drugs can be noted. In particular, inhibition of the functions of the pituitary and adrenal system may be noted.
Systemic absorption of this hormonal drug with local use will be higher in the case of occlusive dressings, if it is used to treat extensive body surfaces. With prolonged therapy with the medication in question, doctors recommend that it be withdrawn gradually. Ointment "Diprosalik" is not intended for use in the field of ophthalmology. Among other things, avoid contact with eyes and, in addition, mucous membranes. Next, consider the reviews on the use of this tool and its analogues.
Analogs of "Diprosalika"
The drug has many analogues. Generics mean drugs that have the same generic international name or ATC code. To replace the funds prescribed to the patient, it is mandatory to consult a doctor. So, now we will consider in more detail what means can replace this drug.
Ointment "Akriderm SK"
This analogue of “Diprosalik” is cheaper than the original and its cost is three hundred rubles. The manufacturer is the Russian company Akrikhin. Thanks to Russian production, Akriderm SK is much cheaper than its foreign counterparts, although it is not particularly different in composition. This remedy is indicated for the appointment for the local treatment of dermatoses, ichthyoses, lichen, and ichthyosiform changes. But he also has some contraindications along with side effects.
Ointment "Belosalik"
This analogue costs four hundred and fifty rubles. This medicine is related to Croatian production. The medicine “Belosalik” is a drug with the same composition as “Diprosalik”, they only release it in Croatia. This tool includes the same list of indications for prescription as its other analogues. During pregnancy, this drug is prescribed to patients only in exceptional cases, and, in addition, under the supervision of a doctor.
What other analogues do Diprosalik have?
The drug "Betasalik"
Indications for the use of this medication is the presence of subacute and chronic dermatoses with hyperkeratosis (hairy areas, including). Thus, this medicine is used in the presence of psoriasis, acute and chronic eczema, neurodermatitis, lichen planus, dyshidrosis, seborrheic dermatitis, ichthyosis and other ichthyosis lesions. Among other things, it is often prescribed to patients with seborrhea of the scalp. The product is available in the form of a lotion, "Diprosalik" is also available in a similar form. Some patients like this option more, as it is convenient and economical to use.
An analogue of Diprosalik lotion can be purchased at any pharmacy.
Means "Dermokas"
Indications for the appointment of this remedy are dermatoses, which can be treated with hormonal drugs. In addition, this tool is used in the following cases:
- If there is a suspicion of complications of a secondary infection that are caused by microorganisms sensitive to the ingredients of the drug. It is worth noting that this medicine is effective against gram-negative bacteria.
- The drug is considered effective against hemolytic streptococcus.
- This analogue is also used for superficial fungal skin diseases that are caused by yeast and dermatophytes.
Thus, the presented substitute "Diprosalika" perfectly copes with foot mycoses, inguinal epidermophytosis, pityriasis versicolor and other fungal infections of smooth skin.
Ointment "Momat S"
Indications for the use of this analogue are, first of all, the treatment of plaque psoriasis, characterized by a severe or moderate degree. Contraindications and side effects are similar to those that are characteristic for the drug "Diprosalik"
Means "Mometox"
Commercially available and tool "Mometox."
Indications for the use of this analogue are the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting, which are caused by cytostatic chemotherapy and radiation treatment, and, in addition, the drug effectively fights against a number of skin pathologies.
The drug "Triacutan"
The next analogue is a drug called Triacutan. Indications for its use are, as a rule, various dermatoses, which are complicated by secondary bacterial or fungal infections. Among other things, the considered analogue should be prescribed to patients with epidermophytosis of the feet and dermatomycosis caused by fungi that are sensitive to clotrimazole.
Means "Triderm"
Indications for the appointment of this analogue are also dermatoses, which can be treated with hormonal drugs. In addition, this substitute should be considered for use in case of suspicion or complications of secondary infections caused by organisms sensitive to the ingredients of the drug. Additionally, this analogue is prescribed to patients for treatment in the following cases:
- With superficial fungal skin diseases caused by yeast and dermatophytes. That is, the medicine is applicable for foot mycosis, inguinal epidermophytosis, pityriasis versicolor and other fungal infections of smooth skin.
- Against the background of acute inflammatory and chronic skin diseases, which are complicated by bacterial and fungal infections caused by pathogens sensitive to the medication.
Means "Elokom"
The indication for the appointment of this analogue is the presence in the patient of plaque psoriasis of severe or moderate degree. Now we will take a closer look at the reviews about the drug “Diprosalik” and its analogues.
Reviews
In the reviews, people praise the therapeutic drug “Diprosalik” for its high effectiveness. For example, people write that this remedy helped them cope with eczema of the hands and eczematous dermatitis. In addition, the comments of patients confirm the benefits of this ointment in the development of dyshidrosis, ichthyosis and seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp.
Consumers also praise ointment analogues, for example, the drug “Dermokas”, and, in addition, respond positively to the drug “Triderm”. It is reported that these analogues effectively cope with superficial fungal skin diseases caused by yeast and dermatophytes.
We reviewed the instructions for use and analogues of the ointment "Diprosalik", as well as lotion.