Feresol
Instructions for use:
- 1. Composition and form of release
- 2. Pharmacological action
- 3. Indications for use
- 4. Contraindications
- 5. Method of administration and dosage regimen
- 6. Side effects
- 7. Drug interactions
- 8. Application during pregnancy and breastfeeding
- 9. Storage conditions
- 10. Special instructions
Ferezol is a drug with a mummifying and cauterizing effect.
Composition and form of release of Feresol
A solution is released for external use. 100 g of solution contains the following active ingredients:
- Tricresol 40 g;
- Phenol 60 g.
In dark glass bottles of 100 g, complete with an applicator.
Instead of the discontinued drug Ferezol, today its improved formula is being produced - the drug Verrukacid®, which was purified from ortho - and paracresols at Retinoids CJSC, retaining only the main active principle - metacresol. As a result, the drug has become more active, and in order to achieve the same effect, it must be used in lower doses, which means that it is less toxic. In addition, Verrukacid® is conveniently packaged with an applicator.
pharmachologic effect
According to the instructions Ferezol coagulates skin protein, has a cauterizing effect.
Indications for Feresol's use
Feresol according to the instructions is shown in the following cases:
- papillomas;
- dry calluses;
- plantar, filiform and common warts;
- keratomas;
- genital warts.
Contraindications
Ferezol is contraindicated for the removal of moles, with hypersensitivity and in children under seven years of age.
It is forbidden to apply the solution to the skin surface for more than 20 square meters. see, as well as on rashes located on the mucous membranes and the red border of the lips.
Method of application of Feresol and dosage regimen
According to the instructions, Feresol is intended for external use only. The drug or an analogue of Ferezol is applied to the damaged area of the skin with the help of an applicator, preventing it from falling on healthy adjacent areas, as well as mucous membranes.
On filamentous warts and small papillomas (up to 2 mm in size) Feresol is applied once.
On small warts and larger papillomas (2-3 mm in size), the drug is applied three to four times, taking a break to dry the applied solution.
Before removing plantar warts with a solution, warts with a dense keratinous surface on the hands, dry corns, keratomas, it is necessary to remove all horny layers from their surface. To do this, it is necessary to apply a keratolic ointment, for example, salicylic 10%, to them for several hours. After that, the oiled area is covered with plastic wrap or compress paper, and a gauze bandage is made on top. You can glue the area with adhesive tape.
After removing the bandage or adhesive plaster, the skin must be steamed in hot water with soap and soda for ten minutes and all horny layers must be removed (cut with forceps or nail scissors). After the skin dries up, it is necessary to apply Ferezol several times at intervals of 4-5 minutes to dry.
It is enough to treat dry corns and keratomas with Ferezol, according to reviews, three to four times, taking short breaks to dry the applied solution.
Warts on the soles and hands are treated with a solution 7-10 times with a short interval to dry the applied solution.
To avoid burning the surrounding skin area with repeated use of the drug or an analogue of Feresol, it will be advisable to lubricate it with zinc paste. After the last applied layer of solution has dried, the zinc paste can be removed with a dry gauze pad.
It is not recommended to remove genital warts on your own. Their treatment with Ferezol and subsequent removal are carried out in the treatment room by a urologist or dermatovenerologist. In this case, the drug is applied once or twice at intervals to dry the solution.
If necessary, reprocessing can be carried out after a week break. Four to five procedures are allowed.
Side effects of Feresol
Feresol, according to reviews, can cause allergic reactions, redness of the skin in the eye area and swelling, which usually go away on their own.
Drug interactions
It is not recommended to lubricate the skin area treated with Ferezol with any ointments, since the components of the preparation quickly dissolve in the ointment base.
Feresol's use during pregnancy and breastfeeding
During pregnancy, it is necessary to take into account the benefits and risks to the mother and fetus when using the solution.
During lactation, it is forbidden to remove formations located on the hands and mammary glands.
Storage conditions
The drug should be stored in a tightly closed bottle at a cool temperature for no longer than five years.
special instructions
Avoid contact of the solution on mucous membranes, in particular on the mucous membranes of the eyes. In case of contact, rinse the area with plenty of water and go to the hospital.
It is forbidden to bandage the areas treated with solution or stick them with adhesive plaster. According to reviews, Ferezol is not recommended to be reapplied until the previous layer has dried.
It is not recommended to apply the solution to formations located on strongly sweating areas and skin folds (interdigital spaces, anal region and inguinal folds), as this can cause burns to intact skin as a result of contact.
In the event of a burn, it is necessary to apply healing and anti-burn agents.
Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!
