Antihistamines are produced in various forms. Most often, local preparations are used to eliminate allergic manifestations on the skin. One such remedy is the Psilo-Balsam gel. The drug has proven effectiveness, it is intended for the treatment of skin allergies in both adults and children.
Description
Psilo-Balm is a potent drug with an antihistamine effect. The gel is used exclusively externally, it quickly eliminates itching, swelling and soreness from the skin. In addition, the drug reduces the throughput of capillaries and vessel walls. "Psilo-balm" has a calming effect, relieves redness and irritation of the skin.
Release form
The drug is produced only in the form of a gel and has no other varieties. The gel is colorless, packaged in aluminum tubes of 20 and 50 grams. Packaging is supplemented by detailed instructions for use.
Structure
The main active substance of the drug is diphenhydramine hydrochloride. One gram of gel contains 10 mg of this substance. In addition, the composition of the drug includes several auxiliary components, such as:
- Trometamol.
- Cetylpyridinium chloride.
- Purified water.
- Polyacrylic acid.
- Glyceryl caprylocaprate macrogol.
Indications for use
Judging by the instructions for the "Psilo-Balsam", the main indication for its use is the treatment of allergies and its manifestations on the skin. The tendency to an allergic reaction leads to the fact that the most insignificant and short-term contact with the allergen can lead to symptoms such as redness, itching and swelling of the skin. The gel helps to stop some receptors. Thus, it is possible to eliminate the signs of allergies effectively and in a short time.
Another area of application of the gel is the treatment of chickenpox. This disease has an infectious nature, they can be infected by airborne droplets. Most prone to disease are small children. The medication is used in this case to treat sores that appear on the body. With regular use, characteristic itching is eliminated, skin irritability is reduced, which reduces the likelihood of combing rashes by children. All these qualities of the drug significantly reduce the risk of secondary infection.
"Psilo-balm" is also applied to eczema. This is an inflammatory disease that can occur in both acute and chronic form. At the initial stage of the development of the disease, a characteristic rash, swelling and itching appear. With a high degree of probability, the appearance of eczema is due to an allergic reaction.
Antihistamine gel in the treatment of eczema is often included in the complex therapy along with other drugs. It allows you to reduce the severity of symptoms in a short time. The cooling effect of the gel allows you to remove skin irritability, as well as eliminate swelling and itching.
Another important area of application of the gel is the elimination of symptoms that occur after insect bites. The drug with an antihistamine effect helps relieve itching and inflammation in places of bites. When applied immediately after a bite, the development of itching and redness of the skin can be completely avoided.
Instructions for "Psilo-balm"
The gel is applied locally to inflamed areas with a thin layer. It is recommended to apply about two grams with a single use of the gel. The drug can be used up to five times a day, which depends on the degree of intensity of the symptoms and the nature of the disease. If after a week of use a positive effect has not been achieved, you should abandon the use of Psilo-Balsam and consult a specialist. The doctor will examine the patient to clarify the diagnosis and adjust the treatment by prescribing another drug.
The gel is used as an application tool. A small amount of the drug is evenly distributed in a thin layer on the affected area of the skin. After application, the gel should be rubbed with light massage movements. It is quickly and completely absorbed into the skin about five minutes after application.
After treating the affected areas of the skin with gel, wash your hands thoroughly and treat them with an antiseptic solution. During treatment with Psilo-Balsam, care must be taken to avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight and other sources of ultraviolet light.
Features of use in childhood
The duration of use of an antihistamine is determined by a specialist depending on the characteristics of the patient’s body, his age and the intensity of the symptoms. Positive dynamics in treatment is detected on the basis of a decrease in the severity of signs of allergy.
In the treatment of patients in childhood, preference is given to those antihistamines that do not have a sedative effect. Children "Psilo-balm" is appointed from two years. Dosage and frequency of use are determined individually. The standard treatment regimen involves applying it to affected areas of the skin three times a day. On average, therapy lasts about a week. However, in some severe cases, the use of the drug for several months is allowed.
What else does the instruction manual for Psilo-Balsam say?
Contraindications
Before you start using the drug, you must carefully read the attached instructions. This will avoid the development of adverse reactions. So, "Psilo-Balm" can not be used if hypersensitivity to the components of the drug has been identified. In addition, the gel is not intended to treat large lesions on the skin.
Under two years of age is also a contraindication for using the gel. During childbearing and during breastfeeding, treatment should be agreed with the attending physician.
Adverse reactions
A significant excess of the frequency of use and the prescribed dosages can lead to the development of undesirable reactions to Psilo-Balsam. In such a situation, you should consult a dermatologist who will help eliminate the symptoms. Adverse reactions to the use of the gel are manifested by an increase in the intensity of allergic reactions, a feeling of dry mouth, shortness of breath and confusion.
Analogs
"Psilo-balm" is a common drug, it can be purchased at most pharmacies. The gel is dispensed without a prescription from a doctor. On average, its cost is 230 rubles per one small package. A large one will cost about 400 rubles.
The pharmaceutical market is not ready to offer structural analogues of the drug. However, in pharmacies you can find medicines similar to Psilo-Balsam in terms of their effect. Each of them has its advantages and disadvantages; they can be cheaper or more expensive. The main analogues of the drug are:
- Panthenol.
- Fenistil.
- "Dermadrin."
- "Solcoseryl."
All of these analogues have anti-inflammatory and antihistamine effects. However, before replacing Psilo-Balsam with a similar remedy, you should consult a specialist, since each of them may have its own contraindications and limitations in use.
Reviews
The medicine is part of a home medicine cabinet in many families. According to reviews of Psilo-Balsam, most often the gel is used to relieve itching and redness of the skin with insect bites. This is especially true in the summer, when a large number of mosquitoes appear.
There are positive reviews about the use of Psilo-Balsam from patients who used the drug as an antipruritic after chemotherapy. Parents are happy with the fact that the balm can be applied to children, especially during chickenpox, when it is necessary to avoid scratching of emerging sores.
There are also negative reviews about the "Psilo-Balsam", in which the gel is called useless. In this case, it is appropriate to talk about the individual characteristics of each organism or an incorrect diagnosis. Some patients who used Psilo-Balm complained of increased allergy symptoms.
In general, the drug receives positive feedback from patients who used it, which explains the continued popularity of the gel when prescribing antihistamines.
We examined the instructions for the use of "Psilo-balm."