Ointment "Solcoseryl" is a medicinal product for external use, which belongs to the group of biogenic stimulants and activators of metabolic processes in the tissue. It is used to repair tissues, heal wounds and damage to the skin. Ointment "Solcoseryl" in use, according to reviews, has an excellent effect. About it below.
"Solcoseryl" - a drug of the clinical and pharmacological group
The drug belongs to the clinical and pharmacological group of regenerators and reparants that stimulate the healing and restoration of damaged tissues. Dosage form for external local use is used in surgery for healing skin wounds, damaged mucous membranes. In appearance, the ointment "Solcoseryl" is a fatty homogeneous structure from white to bright yellow in color and has the smell of meat broth in combination with liquid paraffin.
The active ingredient is deproteinized hemodialysis, obtained from the blood of three-month-old calves. Excipients are represented by such preservatives as methyl parahydroxybenzoate, propyl parahydroxybenzoate, and emulsifier - palmitic alcohol.
Due to a wide range of low molecular weight natural substances, including nucleotides, amino acids, electrolytes, trace elements, the tool promotes improved oxygen consumption by tissue cells, normalization of metabolic processes, glucose transport, stimulation of ATP synthesis, tissue cell regeneration. Under its action, favorable conditions are created for collagen synthesis and the growth of granulation fresh tissue. It also has a cytoprotective and membrane stabilizing effect.
Structure
One gram of drug contains:
- A substance derived from the blood of a young calf. The composition includes nuclides, oligopeptides, amino acids and glycoproteins, which have a beneficial effect on the human body.
- Propylparaben is a preservative that prevents the development of mold spores.
- Methylparaben, which suppresses pathogenic flora in containers.
- Sodium salt is used for dehydration to provide the necessary consistency.
- Carboxymethyl cellulose is used for the desired consistency.
- Sorbitol is a thickener in the form of hexatom alcohol.
The composition includes such auxiliary substances as cholesterol, purified water, calcium lactate pentahydrate, white petrolatum.
Release form and shelf life
The use of Solcoseryl ointment is affordable for many consumers, and therefore it can be bought at any pharmacy. The Swiss drug is available in tubes of 20 g and is packed in a cardboard box with instructions for use. From the moment of production, the shelf life is 5 years, after which it is not recommended to be used. Keep out of reach of children at a temperature not exceeding 30 ° C.
Instructions for use
External use of ointment "Solcoseryl" does not cause pain and itching in some cases. It is applied to damaged areas of the skin surface once or twice a day. Previously, disinfection solutions are performed on the edges of the wound on the resulting epithelium. It is advisable to apply on affected surfaces as follows:
- locally to the wound with the capture of healing sites;
- if there is a purulent infection, then it is necessary to clean the damaged areas from dead tissue and exudate;
- treatment is carried out until complete scarring.
If necessary, a bandage is applied to the wound. The drug pleases at an affordable price. "Solcoseryl" (ointment) according to the instructions is used taking into account the type of pathology. For example, it is recommended to treat the internal surfaces with chronic trophic ulcers with gel, and the external surfaces with ointment for three weeks in the morning and evening. In the case of external forms of hemorrhoids without anal fissures, the drug is applied four to five times a day for a week, directly on the hemorrhoids. With a disease such as a diabetic foot without exudate, treatment is carried out for two months with the application of the drug twice a day. "Solcoseryl" (ointment), according to patients, has an excellent effect.
Indications
The main indications for the use of the drug include:
- damage in the form of abrasions, cuts, scratches;
- burns of I, II degree, including thermal and sunburn;
- frostbite and difficult to heal wounds, in particular, bedsores, trophic ulcers;
- trophic lesions of tissues of various origin.
The instructions for use of the ointment "Solcoseryl", the price of which is very affordable for many consumers, indicate the course, methods of administration and dosage according to the type of disease.
Action effect
A pharmacological agent has an effective effect on the body:
- regenerative regenerative processes are improved;
- aerobic metabolism is activated;
- cells lacking nutrition are supplied with high-energy phosphates and glucose;
- collagen fiber acceleration;
- oxygen is delivered to tissues faster;
- vitality of cells with insufficient intake of nutrients is preserved.
It is advisable to apply with tissue nutrition deficiency, various injuries, hypoxia. According to numerous reviews, Solcoseryl ointment has a positive effect on the healing of wounds and cracks in children and adults. In the treatment of trophic injuries of the skin and soft tissues in severe form, it is recommended to use parenteral forms.
Excess dosage
Information about an overdose is not available in the instructions for the Solcoseryl ointment, the price of which is affordable in all pharmacies. The medicine is dispensed without a prescription.
Side effects, features of application
In order to prevent health problems when applying the Solcoseryl ointment, it is necessary to take into account several points:
- It is not recommended for pregnant women to use during breastfeeding, as clinical trials have not been conducted.
- Use with caution in patients who suffer from allergic diseases.
- If there are pains at the site of application of the ointment, and also around the lesions, redness of the skin appears, the body temperature rises, or exudate secretions are noted, it is necessary to consult a doctor.
- In the absence of a positive effect, or if the wound does not heal after three weeks of use, it is necessary to consult a specialist. This factor may indicate a benign or malignant nature of the lesions.
Do not use the drug with hypersensitivity to the components. According to numerous reviews, "Solcoseryl" (ointment) is well tolerated for dry, chapped skin.
Analogs
"Solcoseryl" has analogues - drugs with the international nonproprietary name or ATC code. But to replace the ointment and the use of the chosen remedy, you should consult a doctor.
- Bepanten is used for microdamages and skin irritations to accelerate healing and epithelization. It is used for bedsores, chronic skin ulcers, after a skin transplant, cervical erosion. As well as for preventive purposes, Bepanten is excellent for dry, cracked, and rough skin. It is used after childbirth by women who are breastfeeding to treat nipple cracks. It is prescribed to infants in the treatment of diaper dermatitis for skin treatment.
- Panthenol is used to accelerate the healing of skin lesions of various origins.
- Aekol promotes the healing of cracks in the rectal mucosa formed during hemorrhoids, scleroderma, proctosigmoiditis, cervical erosion, varicose, trophic ulcers, colpitis, purulent-necrotic wounds, infected second and third degree burns, as well as after autodermoplasty.
- Propolis tincture is applied topically for cuts, wounds, burns and inflammatory processes of the mucous membrane of the oral cavity and gums. And also it is suitable for the treatment of lesions in the pharynx, tonsils, ear, sinuses.
- "Rescuer" is used for various skin lesions, abrasions, cracks, aseptic postoperative wounds. The drug has a beneficial effect for burns of a different nature, including thermal, solar, trophic ulcers, vesicular dermatoses and other phenomena. It is used for skin diseases with an infectious complication.
- "Levomekol" is used for purulent wounds.
- "Nitacid" is prescribed for the treatment of purulent inflammation of the soft tissues, complicated wound infections, skin inflammations, and burns. The drug is prescribed for adults and children.
- Calendula ointment is used for cracks, burns and other lesions of the skin.
In the modern pharmacological industry, there are many other similar drugs that need to be selected with a specialist in each case.
Differences of ointment from gel
In pharmacies, today there are two forms of Swiss drug for external use: ointment and gel. They differ in the content of excipients. The gel contains fatty bases that are easily cleaned from the surface of the skin. Due to this indicator, the gel affects the formation of granulation tissue with the elimination of wound exudate. With the appearance of granulation signs and drying of the wound, it is better to use ointment. Its base provides the formation of a protective film on the surface of the wound, and therefore healing is faster. The ointment softens the affected surface, which prevents the appearance of skin defects and scars.
Interaction with other medicines
Potassium-sparing diuretics, ACE inhibitors and potassium preparations together with "Solcoseryl" should be used carefully and only after appointment by a doctor. In any case, on the issue of interaction with drugs, specialist consultation is necessary.
Ointment "Solcoseryl" for the face - reviews on the effective fight against wrinkles
The effect of the ointment was appreciated by many women. Although the instructions do not indicate the use for cosmetic purposes, on its basis there are many recipes for masks. They contribute to the effective smoothing of skin tone. Also, according to many reviews, ointment "Solcoseryl" from wrinkles helps. Efficiency is explained by its pharmacological action, including stimulation of metabolism in cells, tissue repair, collagen synthesis. The ointment easily lays on the skin, dries quickly. Almost does not lead to allergic reactions. Even after the first use, the skin becomes cleaner and more attractive. If you regularly apply ointment "Solcoseryl" for the face, then you can get rid of small wrinkles, as well as maintain the skin in excellent condition. It acquires elasticity and a delicate pinkish tint.
Despite the lack of evidence of effectiveness, according to reviews, Solcoseryl ointment (the price is about 320 rubles) is used today in beauty salons and at home. An important advantage of cosmetic masks based on the drug is an acceptable cost and high safety. Experts say that the ointment perfectly nourishes and moisturizes the skin, saturates the cells with oxygen and promotes the healing of small cracks. She is treated with dry corns, and she takes care of the roughened skin of the feet, elbows and hands. It helps to increase turgor of the skin.
The simplest and most effective recipe for facial rejuvenation is mixing ointment with a nourishing cream 1: 1. The mixture is applied to the skin at night twice a week. Also, the therapeutic component is used undiluted. It is applied to the skin for 1.5 hours. After this, the mixture should be washed off with warm water.
In the fight against wrinkles, it is allowed to apply daily on skin prone to wilting and aging. In addition to additives in creams, lotions for washing are made from it. To achieve a quick result, many cosmetologists recommend combining with Dimexidum.
The ointment has an effective effect as a lip balm, for which you will need to mix it with a balm and apply on the lips. The tool especially helps in the cool season as a protection and restoration of damaged skin.
Conclusion
Given the wide scope and high efficiency, experts recommend having the drug in a home medicine cabinet. But for self-treatment, it is necessary to consult a doctor to avoid side effects.