Deep cuts, scratches, puncture wounds, dissection, acne and a number of infectious diseases (for example, chickenpox) leave unpleasant marks on the skin in the form of scars. Of course, first of all, this is unattractive from the point of view of aesthetics, and also causes violations of sensory sensitivity. Large scars and scars prevent parts of the body from functioning normally, as there is a feeling of painful tightness of the skin.
To get rid of scars of various origins, they use the medicine “Kontraktubeks” for scars. They respond about him positively. Patients who used it, demonstrating the result before and after, speak of its high efficiency and successful result.
Release form
According to the instructions, Kontraktubeks is made in the form of a gel used only externally. Its color is dull brown, with a characteristic weak aroma. The gel is placed in aluminum tubes in an amount of 20 and 50 grams.
Active and excipients
Ointment "Contractubex" in its composition contains a liquid extract of onion, heparin sodium and allantoin.
Onion extract inhibits the growth of a number of pathogens, destroys the structure of keloid scars of different ages inside, inhibits the production of anti-inflammatory mediators in a healed place, as a result, the scars are smoothed out, smoothed out and become less noticeable. In addition, the ointment has an anti-atheromatous effect, that is, it interferes with the clogging of the skin glands and normalizes sebaceous metabolism, and this is important if the incisions and wounds are properly healed.
Heparin sodium in “Kontraktubeks” effectively reduces blood coagulability, produces an antithrombotic effect at the place of use, improves tissue nutrition, supplies them with oxygen, eliminates local inflammation of small size, relieves swelling, and normalizes tissue metabolism in shallow skin layers located not deep.
Allantoin has a strong healing and regenerating effect, eliminates the itching that is characteristic of postoperative sutures and healing wounds, helps old skin cells to exfoliate and appear new, in addition to the regenerating effect, has anti-aging rejuvenating effect.
According to the instructions to the "Contractubex", auxiliary components in the composition of the drug are:
- sorbic acid - is used as an excellent preservative that allows you to keep the substances in their stable state;
- xanthan gum - a natural gelling agent, thickener and condition stabilizer with strong structure-forming characteristics;
- methyl parahydroxybenzoate - a synthetic stabilizer and preservative;
- polyethylene glycol 200 (macrogol 200) - gelling agent and solvent;
- flavored oil (core 2700) is used only for decorative purposes to give a pleasant smell to the gel;
- purified water is used to maintain the drug in liquid form.
Indications for use of ointment
Kontraktubeks ointment is effectively used after surgical interventions, it not only prevents the formation of coarse scars, but also relieves swelling at the incision site, disinfects, improves tissue regeneration, helps damaged skin recover faster, and eliminates inflammation.
Dosage and route of administration
What else can you learn from the instructions for the "Contractubex"? When treating relatively fresh scars and scars, as well as stretch marks after childbirth, it is advisable to rub a small amount of the gel into the scar tissue with gentle massage movements. The gel is applied 2-3 times a day externally. The effect of the drug after one application on average begins after four hours, lasts 6-8 hours, and therefore it is inappropriate to apply the ointment more than four times. The treatment course from fresh scars and stretch marks is about a month, but it is not forbidden to use the drug longer than this time. Reviews on the "Contractubex" consider below.
When using an agent for the treatment of tendon contracture or articular ankylosis, treatment will continue for at least six months. The treatment course on average is about a year, taking into account the severity of the patient's condition and a complex pathological biomechanism.
If the patient's goal is to reduce chronic scars, the drug is applied using an airtight dressing or using a patch. The treatment course in this case lasts at least three months, the most complete effect will be achieved after six months.
A preventive measure against scarring of skin tissues is the use of the drug for 3-4 weeks.
Undesirable effects of the drug
In accordance with the instructions for "Kontraktubeks", local skin reactions develop very rarely: itching, peeling, redness, irritation, the formation of large flat blisters and small acne.
Mostly at the place of application of the drug, slight skin irritation, slight itching and redness are felt.
A more rare case is the appearance of a rash or the formation of flaky spots. In such a situation, symptomatic therapy is used. The question of continued use of the ointment or its cancellation should be agreed with the attending physician.
With a significant excess of the obvious benefits of the drug "Kontraktubeks" against the emerging discomfort, it is most reasonable to use the ointment at the same time as anti-allergic medicines.
There were no cases of drug overdose. To achieve such an effect, in principle, when using external drugs is almost impossible.
If the ointment is accidentally swallowed, it is necessary to cleanse the stomach, drink a lot of salt water. Such a solution provokes vomiting, natural cleansing occurs. In order for final absorption to occur, it is recommended to take enterosorbent.
This method is not suitable for small patients, pregnant women and very elderly people. In case of using the ointment inside these categories of patients, you need to call an ambulance. You should also seek medical help if the patient has all the symptoms of severe poisoning: diarrhea, fever, vomiting, skin cyanosis or pallor.
Contraindications
Actually, there are no contraindications to the use of Kontraktubeks ointment, since the substances included in it are “harmless”. It should not be used in the treatment of fresh wounds, it is recommended to wait until healing begins, “crusts” will form on the wound surface - this indicates the beginning of the process of epithelization of the wound surface.
Analogues of "Contractubex"
Vaseline preparation - softens and moisturizes scar tissue, forming a waterproof film on the surface. Its use, as well as other drugs, must be carried out with simultaneous massage of the scar tissue. The cost per tube with 25 grams of the drug is 30 rubles.
"Fermenkol" is a gel based on proteolytic enzymes. They break down the excess collagen that makes up scar tissue. The price is about 800 rubles for 30 grams, for 50 grams - 1100 rubles.
“Kelo-Cat” is an analogue of “Kontraktubeksa” based on polysiloxane and silicone gel. It costs about 1300 rubles for 15 grams. This amount is usually enough for 2-3 months.
Gel “Dermatics” - is based on silicon dioxide and silicone. It costs about 2000 rubles for 15 grams.
Reviews on "Contractubex"
The drug copes well with timely use (only fresh skin lesions). If a scar has formed, the drug is ineffective, even if you use it for a long time. The pleasant texture of the ointment is liked by patients, as well as ease of use. The downside is some people consider the price.