Inflammation of the outer skin of the body occurs for various reasons. Regardless of the origin factor, all dermatitis belongs to the group of skin diseases, the main role in the formation of which is played by an allergic reaction. All medicines, both for internal and external use, are aimed at suppressing the body's hypersensitivity to antigens that cause such a reaction. When using a medicine for the first time, they usually want to know the opinions of other people and their reviews. Celestoderm is no exception. Before you start using the drug, consumer assessments are not enough, you need to read the instructions.
Composition and form of release
The unique biological substance of the drug is betamethasone 1.22 mg / g. Additional components: liquid paraffin, white soft paraffin.
Ointment "Celestoderm" is intended exclusively for external use. Available in tubes with a screw cap of 15 and 30 g.
The drug is also produced in the form of a cream. Active substance: betamethasone 17-valerate. Additional elements: paraffin, alcohol, phosphoric acid, water. Dosage and release form are similar to ointments.
The drug is dispensed without a prescription.
Pharmacological actions
The active substance of Celestoderm ointment is betamethasone. Refers to steroid hormones with anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties.
Anti-inflammatory effect due to different conditions. One of the main ones is to slow down the course of the reaction of a group of enzymes catalyzing the solvolysis of phospholipids with water. It delays the movement of neutrophilic granulocytes and macrophages to the center of inflammation, inhibits the absorption of its own cells by phagocytes. It improves microcirculation, reduces the permeability of tubular organs with a liquid medium, causes a narrowing of the gaps of the capillaries, reduces the release of fluid.
Antiallergic properties are formed due to a decrease in the activity of the compound process and the release of chemical compounds of allergy mediators. Betamethasone reduces the sensitivity of cells to allergens, inhibiting the formation of antibodies, changing the protective properties of the body. Physiological filters pass freely, ensuring the immutability of fluid properties in tissues.
Indications
According to the instructions, Celestoderm is used to treat skin diseases caused by an irritant susceptible to the active substances of the drug.
- Prolonged non-infectious skin lesions, accompanied by an inflammatory process (eczema).
- A disease caused by the yeast fungi Malassezia globose. Seborrheic, including childhood, dermatitis forms on the skin, where the external secretion glands are active.
- Inflammation of the skin in infants. Diaper dermatitis is localized on the inner surface of the thighs and buttocks.
- Neurodermatitis is a skin disease of a neurogenic-allergic nature.
- Allergic and unspecified contact (in contact with skin irritant) dermatitis.
- Extensive damage to the skin with redness and peeling.
- Anogenital itching.
- Psoriasis.
- Solar urticaria.
- Damage to the skin under the influence of ionizing radiation.
Contraindications and side effects
The tool is not recommended for people with intolerance to components and children under the age of six months.
With extreme caution, it is necessary to use the drug during pregnancy, especially with course therapy, breastfeeding.
Sometimes there is an allergy to Celestoderm. Reviews, those with whom the body is particularly sensitive, are proof of this. Side effects occur due to improper dosage or prolonged use.
How to apply and store?
The ointment is applied to the site of inflammation with a thin layer. The number of applications depends on the diagnosis of the severity of the lesion. It is recommended to smear the skin 1-3 times a day, but usually improvement occurs from 1-2 times. The duration of the course in acute forms of dermatitis is determined by a specialist. In other cases, the ointment is used until the symptoms disappear completely.
Judging by the reviews, "Celestoderm" is popular with young mothers. The drug should be used carefully, because the children's body is more susceptible to betamethasone. After use in small patients, various side effects were observed. Increased absorption of the drug is associated with an increased ratio of the area of the skin and body weight.
The drug must be stored at normal room temperature, out of the reach of children. Shelf life is 3 years.
Analogues of the drug
"Celestoderm", reviews of which are mostly positive, are not always available in pharmacies. In such a situation, similar drugs are used.
Analogs of "Celestoderm" containing the active substance betamethasone.
- Beloderm;
- Beloderm Express;
- Betliben
- Betamethasone
- Akriderm;
- Diprospan.
If there are no structural analogues, drugs similar in therapeutic effect can be used. But you need to do this only after consulting a dermatologist.