Depantol
Depantol: instructions for use and reviews
- 1. Release form and composition
- 2. Pharmacological properties
- 3. Indications for use
- 4. Contraindications
- 5. Method of application and dosage
- 6. Side effects
- 7. Overdose
- 8. Special instructions
- 9. Application during pregnancy and lactation
- 10. Use in childhood
- 11. Drug interactions
- 12. Analogs
- 13. Terms and conditions of storage
- 14. Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
- 15. Reviews
- 16. Price in pharmacies
Latin name: Depanthol
ATX code: G01AX
Active ingredient: dexpanthenol (dexpanthenol), chlorhexidine (chlorhexidine)
Producer: OAO Nizhpharm (Russia)
Description and photo updated: 2018-23-11
Prices in pharmacies: from 517 rubles.
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Depantol is a combined preparation with antimicrobial and regenerating action in the form of suppositories (for local use in gynecology) or a cream for external use.
Release form and composition
Dosage forms of Depantol:
- vaginal suppositories: torpedo-shaped, with a funnel-shaped depression, white with a gray or yellow tint, or white, marbling is acceptable (5 pcs. in blisters, in a cardboard box 1 or 2 packages);
- cream for external use: almost white or white (25, 30 or 50 g in aluminum tubes, in a cardboard box 1 tube).
1 suppository contains:
- active ingredients: chlorhexidine bigluconate - 16 mg (in the form of a 20% solution of chlorhexidine bigluconate - 85.2 mg); dexpanthenol - 100 mg;
- auxiliary components: macrogol 400, macrogol 1500.
1000 mg of cream contains:
- active ingredients: dexpanthenol - 52.5 mg, chlorhexidine bigluconate - 8.02 mg;
- auxiliary components: cetostearyl alcohol Lanette O (cetyl alcohol up to 60%, stearyl alcohol 40%), propylene glycol, sodium hydrogen phosphate dodecahydrate (sodium phosphate disubstituted 12-water), macrogol cetostearate (Eumulgin B2), potassium dihydrogen phosphate (potassium phosphate), liquid paraffin (medical vaseline oil), purified water.
Pharmacological properties
Pharmacodynamics
Depantol is a drug for local and external use, the combined composition of which has an antimicrobial, regenerating and metabolic effect due to the pharmacodynamic activity of the components of the drug:
- chlorhexidine: an antiseptic that is active against the following gram-positive and gram-negative microorganisms - Treponema pallidum, Gardnerella vaginalis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia spp. (speciales), Streptococcus spp., Ureaplasma spp., Escherichia coli, Bacteroides fragilis, Staphylococcus spp., protozoa (Trichomonas vaginalis), dermatophytes, yeast. Some strains of Proteus spp. Exhibit mild sensitivity. and Pseudomonas spp. Acid-fast forms of bacteria and bacterial spores are insensitive to chlorhexidine;
- dexpanthenol: stimulates the regeneration of mucous membranes, normalizes cell metabolism, accelerates mitosis, increases the strength of collagen fibers; has an anti-inflammatory effect.
According to the instructions, Depantol does not affect the functional activity of lactobacilli.
The activity of the components of the drug in the presence of blood or pus decreases slightly, but the therapeutic effect remains.
In case of violation of the integrity of the skin, the prophylactic use of the cream helps to protect the wound from infection, the therapeutic one - suppresses the infectious process and accelerates the healing process.
Indications for use
Vaginal suppositories
- chronic and acute vaginitis;
- endocervicitis and exocervicitis, including inflammatory processes complicated by ectopia of the cervix;
- the period after gynecological surgery, childbirth, diathermocoagulation, laser destruction, cryosurgery or other destructive methods of treatment (to stimulate healing and regeneration of the vaginal and cervical mucosa);
- true erosion of the cervix of a specific genesis (as part of complex therapy).
Cream for external use
- abrasions, cuts, scratches, cracks, scratches, insect bites, burns, trophic ulcers and other skin lesions at risk of infection (for preventive treatment);
- wound surfaces, postoperative sutures (treatment and prophylactic treatment);
- infected dermatoses, including atopic dermatitis, eczema (treatment);
- infected wounds, bedsores, abrasions, burns (including sunburn), cuts, cracks, diaper rash, trophic ulcers (treatment);
- symptoms of infection with diaper dermatitis, scratches in children;
- inflammation and cracks in the nipples of the mammary glands during breastfeeding, accompanied by signs of infection.
Contraindications
The use of Depantol is contraindicated in case of established individual intolerance to the components of the composition.
Instructions for the use of Depantol: method and dosage
Vaginal suppositories
Suppositories Depantol is used intravaginally, having previously been freed from the contour packaging.
Recommended dosage: 1 pc. 2 times a day. Duration of the course is 7-10 days. To achieve the desired therapeutic effect, the treatment can be extended up to 20 days.
Cream for external use
Depantol cream is applied externally, applying a thin layer to the skin of the affected area of the body.
The frequency of procedures depends on the indications, and can be from one to several applications per day.
When treating an infected surface of the nipple during lactation, the procedure is recommended after breastfeeding.
Sites of infection with diaper dermatitis are lubricated with cream after each change of linen and water procedures.
Side effects
Against the background of the use of Depantol, undesirable effects may appear in the form of the development of allergic reactions. In addition, suppositories can cause a burning sensation, itching.
Overdose
Overdose symptoms have not been established.
special instructions
If side effects occur, the drug must be discontinued.
Avoid getting the cream in the eyes, wash your hands thoroughly after each procedure.
Application during pregnancy and lactation
The use of Depantol is allowed during gestation and during breastfeeding.
When using the cream, it should not be allowed to be applied to large areas of the body.
Pediatric use
In pediatrics, Depantol cream is used according to indications.
Drug interactions
Anionic detergents (including saponins, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium carboxymethylcellulose) and intravaginal soap should not be used during the period of Depantol application.
Analogs
Depantol analogs are: Geksikon, Gynoflor, Betadin, Betadine, Verno Kit, Furazolidone, Colposeptin, Osarbon, Chlorhexidine, Evkolek, Ekovag, Povidin, Klioron, Macmiror, etc.
Terms and conditions of storage
Store in a place protected from moisture and light at a temperature: cream for external use - up to 25 ° C, suppositories - up to 20 ° C. Keep out of the reach of children.
Shelf life is 2 years.
Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
Available without a prescription.
Reviews about Depantol
Reviews about Depantol are mostly positive. Patients report that the use of suppositories for the restoration of the mucous membrane of the vagina and cervix after childbirth, treatment of erosion, inflammation or minor irritations of the genital area gives an excellent therapeutic effect. Indicate good drug tolerance, ease of use. It is advised to insert suppositories at night and use pads, since the use of suppositories is accompanied by their leakage from the vagina and creates some inconvenience.
The use of a cream for diaper dermatitis contributes to the rapid treatment of the inflammatory process and the healing of lesions of sensitive baby skin.
The price of Depantol in pharmacies
The price of Depantol for a pack containing 10 suppositories can range from 585 rubles.
Depantol: prices in online pharmacies
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Drug name Price Pharmacy |
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Depantol vaginal suppositories 10 pcs. RUB 517 Buy |
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Depantol vaginal suppositories. 10 pieces. 628 RUB Buy |
Anna Kozlova Medical journalist About the author
Education: Rostov State Medical University, specialty "General Medicine".
Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!
