You have probably already noticed that those medicines that were popular in Soviet times with our parents, grandparents, have analogues at the present time. At the same time, the compositions of such drugs practically did not change, but sometimes the packaging and price may not even be known.
What caring parents used in the last century when a baby had a rash or diaper rash? The surest remedy was zinc ointment. Such a drug could be purchased without a prescription at any pharmacy. Yes, and it was inexpensive. The tool was also very effective and with not too serious damage to the upper skin. With an accidental burn or irritation, this ointment easily and painlessly eliminated all unpleasant symptoms, and also accelerated healing. Now such a tool is also sold, but already under an intricate name - Desitin ointment. The instruction confirms our assumptions: the preparation contains 40% zinc oxide in its composition . In addition to the active substance, the ointment contains talc, anhydrous lanolin, oil obtained from cod liver, petroleum jelly, water, methylparaben, butylated hydroxynazole and flavored oil.
The tool "Desitin" is produced, the instructions for which are quite simple and straightforward, in packaging in the form of a plastic tube (tube). In addition, the container is also hidden in a cardboard box for greater protection of the drug from external influences, such as moisture and direct sunlight.
The drug "Desitin" (cream). Instructions for use
Thanks to its pronounced anti-inflammatory properties, the ointment contributes to both prevention and the speedy healing of injuries. This drug perfectly protects the delicate skin of the child, especially when it comes to infancy. Since modern parents prefer to use disposable diapers, the part of the body that is hidden under an absorbent layer experiences a semblance of a greenhouse effect. The baby may well have diaper rash, which, of course, will cause him inconvenience. As a preventive measure, leading pediatricians advise more often to leave the child in the open air without a diaper. If this does not help, or the baby is sensitive to such irritants, then the Desitin remedy will come to your aid. The ointment, the instruction for which is both in a cardboard box, and duplicated on a plastic tube, will not only remove the existing inflammation, but also prevent its secondary appearance.
After the diaper has been removed from the baby, wash it thoroughly with warm water and baby soap. The skin must be properly dry before you begin to treat the problem area with the product. Due to its thick consistency, Desitin cream (the instruction allows for the presence of minor grains in the total mass) is perfectly applied and has a water-repellent effect. Due to this, urine does not come into contact with the skin, and the salts contained in it do not increase irritation.
The result becomes noticeable after a day of regular use of the drug. Especially beneficial effect is ointment at night, when parents have no opportunity to change the baby. It is not necessary to apply a too dense layer of the product once, as even a small amount of cream is perfectly distributed over a vast surface. So that the Desitin ointment (the instruction does not limit the number of applications per day) begins to act fully, it is best used at least 3 times a day. In this case, the drug reaches its maximum possible concentration in the skin cells in a day.
According to the instructions, the ointment has no side effects. It is necessary to avoid getting the cream in the eyes, as well as in the esophagus.