Every day, the inhabitants of our large planet are exposed to aggressive environmental factors. Household chemicals in the kitchen and in the shower, dyes and artificial flavors in dishes, industrial allergens are in the air. All these factors test a person’s health for strength, provoking the development of undesirable allergic reactions. The risk of developing a similar condition in young children is extremely high, the body and immunity of which have not yet managed to strengthen.
Symptoms in the manifestation of allergies are diverse. The most striking manifestations are:
- runny nose;
- lacrimation
- sneezing
- reddish eyes.
Separately, manifestations on the skin, such as:
- rash;
- redness
- itching
- irritation;
- burning;
- dryness and peeling.
An allergic reaction can occur to anything. Therefore, during treatment, the first thing to do is to calculate the allergen. It can be a food product, medicine, animal or substance. Following this, the allergen is excluded from the patient’s life and a hypoallergenic diet is prescribed to a state of normalization.
And allergy creams for a child will undoubtedly help eliminate skin manifestations of an allergy, such as a rash or redness.
The mechanism of action of medicinal creams against allergies
All organisms are different, their reactions are also individual. Therefore, it is quite natural if someone's body reacts violently to an allergen and rather large blisters appear on the body, while someone has minor skin rashes. As a rule, rashes with allergies stimulate itching. Young children are not able to control their actions, therefore, most likely, they will undertake to comb the place of defeat to alleviate their torment. The injured area becomes a place of attack of microbes, where the likelihood of developing an inflammatory process increases. To avoid this unfavorable sequence for the baby, it is very important to use antibacterial drugs.
You can solve the problems with rashes on children's skin if you correctly choose an anti-allergic agent for treatment:
- The active compounds in the composition of an allergy cream for a child quickly relieve itching and swelling, stop inflammation and block the production of antibodies.
- Antiallergic cream reduces the risk of subsequent irritation.
- The condition and mood of the child are improved due to the effect of the cream.
Important! Most cases of anti-allergic cream selection require a professional look. To do this, you must show the child to a medical professional. The use of drugs without a prescription is possible when insect bites or a one-time violation of a hypoallergenic diet become the nature of the origin of the rashes.
Varieties of antiallergic creams
The main classification of creams for allergies is divided into two types: hormonal and non-hormonal.
Non-hormonal allergy creams for children are used when the manifestations of the disease are “lungs”. The list of effective and common drugs today:
- Bepanten.
- D-Panthenol.
- Bepanten Plus.
- Gistan.
- "Actovegin".
- "Mustela Stelatopia" (Mustela StelAtopia).
- La Cree.
- Fenistil.
- "Elidel."
- Skin Cap.
- Desitin.
- "Vundehil."
- Solcoseryl.
- "Protopic".
- "Radevit Asset".
- "We see."
Hormonal allergy creams for children are drugs designed for severe signs of allergies when the above remedies do not help. The composition of such creams includes synthetic substances that are analogues of human hormones, which are responsible for reducing the inflammatory process in the body. The use of hormonal anti-allergic creams is possible only if the inflammation is not caused by an infection.
List of hormonal creams for allergies for children:
- "Elokom".
- Advantan.
- Akriderm.
- Sinaflan.
Bepanten
A popular and highly effective cream for allergies in a child is Bepanten, which is often used in the initial stages of the development of the disease. The cream has been widely used in caring for small and even newborn children, as it acts as a stimulator of soft tissue regeneration. It is realized in the form of a cream and ointment for children from allergies. It gives a high result in the fight against increased dry skin.
It significantly increases the regenerating properties of damaged skin: abrasions, burns, cuts. The Bepanten Plus cream has similar therapeutic effects.
Cream "Bepanten" for allergies in a child causes side effects in the form of minor itching in individual cases.
Contraindications are high sensitivity to the components of the cream.
Method of treatment: apply the cream 1 or 2 times a day on the irritated skin of the child.
Cost - from 775 rubles per 100 grams.
The cost of Bepanten Plus is from 795 rubles per 100 grams.
D-Panthenol
Cream for external use, prescribed for:
- diaper dermatitis;
- cracks;
- scratches;
- sunburn;
- ulcers;
- weathered skin or exposure to frost.
It increases the regeneration of soft tissues, contains B vitamins in the composition and enhances the strength of collagen fibers. It has an anti-inflammatory effect, while softening the skin. Side effects are not observed.
Contraindication: hypersensitivity to the active composition of the drug.
Method of application: the cream is applied to the affected area of the skin from two to four times a day, if necessary, it is allowed to increase the number of applications. Pre-treat the infected area with an antiseptic.
Cost - from 280 rubles per 25 grams.
Gistan
"Gistan" from the category of effective and inexpensive creams for allergies for children. The list of side effects has been reduced to a minimum, among which exclusively individual intolerance to the ingredients. Cream with natural active ingredients: chamomile, lily of the valley, string, immortelle and vitamin supplements. Natural extracts almost instantly relieve itching, forming a film on the skin of the child, which blocks the penetration of allergens inside. The cream increases cellular metabolism.
Method of treatment: apply to the skin once a day with a thin layer.
Price - from 220 rubles per 30 ml.
"Actovegin"
The cream is intended for the treatment of wounds that cannot be healed over time. Use the drug strictly as prescribed by the doctor. The cream speeds up the healing of soft tissues and improves blood flow. Allowed to apply on open wounds. "Actovegin" - an allergy cream for children up to a year is prohibited for use due to hypersensitivity to the components of the composition.
Other contraindications: heart failure and pulmonary edema.
Method of application: apply the cream under a bandage 2-4 times a day. The exact amount of application is determined by the attending physician in person. The course of treatment can last up to two months.
Cost - from 125 rubles per 100 grams.
"Mustela Stelatopia" (Mustela StelAtopia)
The universal oil emulsion in the form of an allergy cream for a child, Mustela Stelatopia, also disappears into the list of wound healing prophylactics. The drug combines antipruritic, restorative and anti-inflammatory features. Additionally takes care of the baby's skin, deeply moisturizing and nourishing it. The cream has no side effects.
Method of application: apply twice a day to the skin or add to the baths when bathing a child.
The cost is quite high - from 1250 rubles per 200 ml.
La Cree
Apply "La Cree" (cream for allergies to the skin of children) for deep hydration and nutrition. The active composition, which includes jojoba and shea butter, extracts of violet flowers and wheat germ, copes with its tasks qualitatively, preventing the evaporation of moisture.
Method of treatment: apply cream on the skin 20-30 minutes before bedtime.
The price varies from 130 to 320 rubles per 30 grams.
Fenistil
Antihistamine creams and gels, such as Fenistil, are allowed to be used for children after the first month of life. It is especially good to use after insect bites.
When applied, it produces a cooling effect, facilitating the condition of the child. The action of "Fenistil" occurs a few minutes after application to the skin, and the maximum effect is achieved after one hour.
Side effects:
- dry skin
- burning sensation in the area of application;
- rash;
- itching
Method of application: for a child from allergies, the drug is applied to the affected areas 2-4 times a day. The course of treatment is short and lasts only 3-5 days.
Important! It is forbidden to expose the skin-treated areas of the cream to ultraviolet rays. The application of the drug to large areas of the skin in children is better not to carry out.
Cost - from 395 rubles per 30 grams.
Elidel
Cream for children with allergies to the skin, atopic dermatitis and eczema showed the highest results.
Contraindications: children's age of the baby up to three months or acute skin infection. Side effects if occur, they are expressed by itching and swelling of the skin.
Important! Unconfirmed sources claim that long-term use of Elidel can trigger the development of melanoma.
Method of treatment: the cream is applied twice a day, rubbing until absorbed.
Cost - from 910 rubles per 15 grams.
Skin Cap
Remedy of the Spanish manufacturer. Antibacterial and antifungal cream for children against skin allergies. The active composition contains zinc pyrithione, the action of which is aimed at relieving inflammation, itching and peeling of the skin. It is also effective for seborrheic dermatitis and psoriasis.
Method of application: Apply 2 times a day to the skin. The course for dermatitis lasts a maximum of four weeks, with psoriasis it can be increased to one and a half months.
Cost - from 960 rubles per 15 grams.
Desitin
Use as a cream for diaper rash. The basis of the drug is zinc oxide, aimed at combating dermatitis. Protects skin from dryness and moisture loss. The allergy cream for children does not have a list of side effects, which is an undoubted plus when choosing a safe care product for a child.
Method of treatment: the cream is applied to the protected skin (without damage) three times a day.
Cost - from 240 rubles per 50 ml.
"Vundehil"
An effective good cream for children from allergies and more. It is indicated for psoriasis, dermatitis, neurodermatitis, and even sunburn.
The composition is enriched with natural extracts of yarrow and propolis. Side effects can be manifested by an allergic reaction to beekeeping products in the composition.
Method of treatment: Apply a thin layer to damaged skin. The number of applications is determined by the attending dermatologist. The course of treatment is from 7 to 30 days, which depends on the severity of the disease.
Price - from 155 rubles per 30 grams.
"Solcoseryl"
Improves metabolic processes in skin cells. It is widely applicable in cases where the wounds do not heal for a long time, as well as with injuries and sunburn.
Contraindicated in case of individual intolerance to the components of the composition.
Sometimes side effects occur: burning and itching.
Method of application: apply the product to the skin two or three times a day. The course of treatment continues until complete cure.
Cost - from 295 rubles per 15 grams.
Protopic
The tool has established itself as a highly effective drug for the local treatment of severe forms of dermatitis.
Proven high anti-inflammatory effect, not leading to epidermal atrophy.
Side effects:
- often manifested - itching and burning;
- rare - sensations of warmth,
- redness, extremely rarely - soreness.
Contraindications:
- do not use for children under two years of age;
- hypersensitivity to the composition.
Method of application: apply allergy cream to the skin twice a day. On the face in children and the neck, it is also allowed to use, including the creases.
Cost - from 670 rubles per 15 grams.
"Radevit Asset"
It has a pronounced anti-inflammatory and antipruritic effect. It contains vitamins: A, D and E. It significantly improves the regenerative functions of skin cells. It stabilizes keratinization processes, and also increases the protective properties of the epidermis.
Perfectly moisturizes the treated skin. Indicated for use in burns and cracks, allergic reactions and atopic dermatitis.
Contraindications:
- individual intolerance;
- hypervitaminosis with vitamins A, D, E.
Side effects occur when the drug is used in the acute period, then there is an increase in itching and rashes on the skin.
The treatment regimen: apply the product in a thin layer on the skin twice a day. With severe peeling, it is allowed to use under a bandage. The course of treatment is individual.
Cost - from 360 rubles per 30 grams.
"We see"
The active ingredient is retinol (vitamin A). Due to retinol, an antiallergic agent is designed to improve the natural functions of skin cells. They are used for eczema, dermatitis and hard-to-heal wounds and abrasions.
Contraindications:
- individual intolerance to the components of the drug;
- high content of retinol in the body;
- acute inflammatory process;
- simultaneous use with a tetracycline series of drugs;
- extremely rarely allergic reactions occur.
Method of application: the product is applied to the skin early in the morning and late in the evening twice a day. Cracks and abrasions before using Videstim are treated with an antiseptic. The course of treatment depends on the severity of the disease, usually limited to three months.
Cost - from 105 rubles per 10 grams.
"Elokom"
Hormonal allergy cream for children. The basis is a synthetic glucocorticosteroid. Used for allergic dermatoses.
Possible side effects:
- prickly heat;
- dryness;
- itchy skin;
- burning sensation in the area of application;
- contact dermatitis.
Contraindications: it is forbidden to use for children under 6 months.
Method of treatment: strictly prescribed by a dermatologist. Do not apply to areas of the skin, the area of which is more than 1/8 of the entire surface of the body. The course of treatment should not be more than a week, as a rule, depends on the severity of the disease. At the end of the course, before use, the product is mixed with a baby cream.
The cost is from 170 rubles per 15 grams.
Advantan
Apply the hormonal “Advantan” cream for children against allergies, atopic dermatitis, eczema and allergic dermatoses. The drug contains methylprednisolone.
Side symptoms:
- itching
- skin burning;
- rash;
- redness of the skin;
- sometimes swelling.
Contraindications: children under four months of age.
The schedule and duration of treatment is determined by the attending physician. Usually the scheme is as follows: applying the cream in a thin layer on the affected area of the skin. The course of treatment for children is no more than four weeks.
Cost - from 560 rubles per 15 grams.
Akriderm
A distinctive feature of the composition of the hormonal cream "Akriderm" is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. This means that the drug is able to fight not only with allergic manifestations, but also with infection.
Antifungal antiallergic drug. Effective in the fight against lichen, dermatoses and skin infections.
Side effects in rare cases:
- burning;
- irritation;
- dryness.
Contraindications:
- dry skin
- children's age up to 1 year;
- hypersensitivity to the components.
Method of treatment: apply the cream in a thin layer once or twice a day in the morning and in the evening. Otherwise, the frequency of application is determined by a dermatologist. The duration of therapy, as a rule, is 2-4 weeks.
The cost is from 390 rubles per 15 grams.
Sinaflan
Antiallergic hormonal topical preparation, relieves inflammation and itching. Used for psoriasis, lichen, eczema and seborrhea. With prolonged use, it causes atrophy of the skin, stretching and damage to the skin. Contraindications: bacterial and viral infections of the skin.
Method of use: apply to the skin three times a day, gently rubbing. The duration of treatment is determined by the attending physician.
The cost is from 85 rubles per 15 grams.
Safe use of antiallergic drugs for children
So that treatment with the chosen remedy does not bring complications and does not develop into negative feedback, the allergy cream for children should be used, adhering to several recommendations:
- You can not prescribe treatment yourself, even if, according to the description, the symptoms in the child are identical with the alleged disease. Only the attending physician can prescribe treatment after a full-time examination and clinical diagnostic studies, as well as the individual characteristics of the skin of the child. Only a specialist knows what cream to smear a child with allergies in order to get a positive result. Mostly this requirement applies to hormonal drugs, which, if mistakenly prescribed, can provoke changes in the work of the adrenal glands of the child and blood counts.
- To avoid side effects, it is advisable to use a test reaction for sensitivity to the components of the drug before using anti-allergic cream.To do this, apply a small amount of cream (the size of a pea) to the inner surface of the elbow bend of the child. As a rule, the reaction manifests itself within a day. If this did not happen, and the skin remained clean - you can use the cream without fear.
- You need to pay attention to the amount of applied cream, dosage, method of application (rubbing or dressing) then the result will be effective.
- Baby cream, which is used in the usual life of caring for a baby, can reduce the effects of active ingredients. If, before application, the antiallergic agent is mixed with a baby cream and applied to the skin in the manner specified in the instructions, the activity of the drug will decrease.
- You can maximize the absorption and effectiveness of antiallergic agents by pre-cleansing the skin. To do this, wash the affected area of the skin with warm water using soap. When finished, soak in a soft cloth or towel.
- In the period of exacerbation of skin reactions, it is better to avoid a long exposure to direct sunlight and the use of aggressive household chemicals with dyes and artificial flavors in the composition.