Depanthenol
Instructions for use:
- 1. Release form
- 2. Pharmacological action
- 3. Indications for use
- 4. Contraindications
- 5. Methods of application
- 6. Side effects
- 7. Analogs
- 8. Storage conditions
Depanthenol is a drug belonging to the group of vitamin-like, dermatotropic, regenerating agents.
Release form
Dosage form of the drug:
- cream;
- spray can;
- ointment;
- suppositories;
- emulsion.
All forms of the drug are intended for external use.
Pharmacological action of Depanthenol
On the body of a candle, Depanthenol, ointment / cream, emulsion and aerosol have a metabolic, mild anti-inflammatory and regenerating effect.
Depanthenol is a vitamin of group B. The main active ingredient of the drug - Dexpanthenol - in the human body passes into pantothenic acid, which is a component of coenzyme A. According to the instructions for Depanthenol, it takes an active part in fat, carbohydrate metabolism, in the processes of acetylation, stimulation of the regeneration of mucous membranes and skin, in the synthesis of porphyrins, corticosteroids and acetylcholine. It is noted that the drug is able to increase the strength of collagen fibers and accelerate mitosis.
Indications for the use of Depanthenol
According to the instructions for Depanthenol, the indications for the use of the drug are:
- dry skin;
- burns of various kinds;
- cracks;
- abrasions;
- violation of the integrity of the skin;
- postoperative aseptic wounds;
- minor damage;
- boils;
- abscess;
- bedsores;
- cervical erosion;
- care for babies with diaper rash;
- caring for skin grafts that do not take root well.
Contraindications
There is only one contraindication to the drug - hypersensitivity.
Application methods
Depanthenol cream and ointment must be applied, according to indications, at least once a day. On the nipple area of the breast, the drug is applied in the form of a compress.
Preference should be given to an ointment or cream, taking into account the nature of the surface to be treated. So, the ointment contains a fairly high percentage of fat, so it is recommended for dry skin areas. There is no fat in the cream, so it is recommended for open areas of the body and wet wounds. It is worth noting that the cream is very easily rubbed into the surface of the skin, so it is especially convenient for painful sunburns or minor burns of other origin.
Suppositories Depanthenol is used intravaginally, 1 suppository twice a day. The course of treatment, as a rule, is 7-10 days, if necessary, the doctor can extend the therapy up to 20 days.
Aerosol Depanthenol is sprayed externally at a distance of 10-20 cm on the affected areas a couple of times a day. Care must be taken to ensure that the entire surface of the skin is covered with the preparation when spraying. Shake the can with Depanthenol before use.
Side effects
According to the instructions, Depanthenol can cause allergic reactions.
Depanthenol analogs
There are other drugs that have a similar effect to Depanthenol. So, the analogs of Depanthenol include Dexpanthenol, Panthenol, Moreal-plus, Bepanten, Pantemol, Korneregel and Pantoderm.
Storage conditions
Store the drug in a dark, dry place at a temperature of 15-25 o C.
Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!
