Dexpanthenol cream is usually used to treat small ulcers and wounds. This drug is also available in the form of ointment and aerosol. The properties of the drug are not dependent on the form. The drug is effective both in the form of a cream and in the form of an aerosol. Reviews about this medication are positive. After all, a drug rarely causes side effects.
What lesions is this drug prescribed for?
Dexpanthenol, a cream whose reviews indicate its effectiveness, can be used for various injuries of the skin. Most often, the drug is prescribed:
- For the protection and treatment of dry skin, as the main source of dexpanthenol and neutral fats.
- For the treatment and prevention of inflammation and cracks in the nipples of the mammary glands in nursing mothers.
- For the treatment of diaper dermatitis in children. And also for the speedy healing of minor irritation after sunbathing, x-ray and ultraviolet radiation, small scratches. For the prevention and treatment of diaper rash.
- To eliminate adverse environmental effects on the skin.
- For the treatment of inflammation: trophic ulcers located on the lower extremities, boils, dermatitis. The drug perfectly cares for the skin around the colostomy, gastrostomy and tracheostomy.
- For violations of the integrity of the skin that were caused by surgical intervention, temperature, chemical or mechanical factors, for example, burns of any origin, wounds, abrasions, scratches, skin grafts that do not heal well, postoperative aseptic wounds.
Pharmacological properties
So, how does Dexpanthenol Cream work? Reviews show that the drug can significantly improve the regeneration of any tissues. Use it as an external agent. The main component of the drug is a pantothenic acid derivative. This substance is a water-soluble vitamin belonging to group B, which, in turn, is one of the components of coenzyme A. According to expert reviews, this component stimulates skin regeneration. In addition, dexpanthenol allows you to normalize cellular metabolism and increases the strength of collagen fibers, which has a positive effect on the skin and contributes to the speedy healing of wounds.
But this is not all the qualities that Dexpanthenol ointment has. Reviews of experts suggest that the main component of the drug has an optimal molecular weight, low polarity and hydrophilicity. Due to these properties, the cream easily penetrates into the deeper layers of tissues. As a result, the drug has not only a weak anti-inflammatory, but also a regenerating effect.
In case of skin contact, the drug “Dexpanthenol” is rapidly absorbed and converted into pantothenic acid. In skin tissues, the main component of the cream binds to certain plasma proteins, for example, albumin or beta-globulin.
The composition of the drug
The positive effect of the drug "Dexpanthenol", reviews of which are useful to study before use, is explained by its composition. The main component is dexpanthenol. In addition to the main component, the cream contains purified water, propyl parahydroxybenzoate, methyl parahydroxybenzoate, isopropyl myristate, liquid paraffin, cholesterol, petroleum jelly.
Side effects and contraindications
Like any medicine, Dexpanthenol Cream can cause side effects. This phenomenon is extremely rare. What explains the popularity of this drug. In some cases, an allergic reaction may occur. As a rule, it is always weakly expressed.
Among the contraindications, only individual intolerance to any component of the composition was noted.
"Dexpanthenol": instructions for use
Reviews about this drug show that not everyone knows how to use the drug correctly. Treat affected areas of the skin up to four times during the day. If necessary, the procedure can be carried out more often. Apply the drug "Dexpanthenol" should be a thin layer, gradually rubbing it into the skin.
If you need to lubricate an infected area of the skin with ointment, it should be pre-treated with one of the antiseptics. Only then can the Dexpanthenol cream be applied.
Reviews of experts suggest that the drug can be used during pregnancy and lactation. This should be done with extreme caution and only after consulting a doctor. If the nursing mother has cracks in the nipples and they become inflamed, then you can use this medicine. Apply "Dexpanthenol" is necessary after each breastfeeding.
According to reviews, this drug can be used to treat diaper rash in infants. In this case, apply the cream after each water treatment and during the change of clothes.