Oksolin ointment refers to antiviral external agents. The drug acts on the causative agent of influenza, preventing its development in cells. The active substance is dioxotetrahydroxytetrahydronaphthalene. Adenoviruses, pathogens of molluscum contagiosum, herpes zoster and herpes simplex, infectious warts are sensitive to it.
When applied to the skin, the medicine does not provoke a toxic local irritating effect. About five to twenty percent of the drug is absorbed. During the day, the drug is excreted in the urine.
When is Oksolin ointment prescribed?
The use of the drug is recommended for skin and ophthalmic pathologies of a viral nature. They treat warts, herpes zoster, scaly and vesiculate. Indications include herpetiform dermatitis of Dühring. The medicine is also prescribed for viral rhinitis and for the prevention of influenza.
Means "Oxolin." Instructions for use
An ointment of three percent concentration is used to treat genital warts, warts. The drug is applied to the affected areas during the day two to three times. The duration of the course is from several weeks to a couple of months. To enhance the effect of the drug, it is recommended to use an occlusive dressing. With viral rhinitis and ophthalmic pathologies, a drug concentration of 0.25% is indicated.
The medicine is applied to the nasal mucosa for three to four days 2-3 r / day. In case of eye diseases, liniment is laid over the eyelid. The drug is preferably used at night. For the prevention of influenza, a drug at a concentration of 0.25% is also prescribed. Course Duration - 25 days. In this case, the medication is recommended to all family members.
Contraindications
Oksolin ointment is not recommended for hypersensitivity. During pregnancy, the drug is prescribed with extreme caution strictly on the recommendation of a doctor. Nursing patients should be warned about the likely cessation of lactation.
Side effects
Oksolin ointment can provoke burning of the mucous membrane, skin irritation, rhinorrhea. During treatment, dermatitis is likely, the appearance of a blue tint of the integument. As a rule, these side effects occur with increased sensitivity to the components of the drug.
In general, the medication is well tolerated.
Additional Information
Oksolin ointment is prescribed with special care to children. Treatment should be carried out under the close supervision of a pediatrician. The medicine is allowed for use by people of various professions, including potentially dangerous ones, since the components of the drug do not affect the speed of the psychomotor reaction. With the interaction of the drug with adrenomimetic drugs for intranasal administration, the development of dryness of the nasal mucosa is likely. To store Oksolin ointment is allowed no longer than two years. Do not exceed recommended frequency of application. With the development of side effects not listed in the annotation, or in the case of worsening conditions and exacerbation of symptoms of pathology, it is necessary to stop therapy and consult a doctor.