In your home medicine cabinet there is always a place for effective and affordable medicines, including Levomekol. External use of Levomekol ointment promotes the speedy regeneration of damaged tissues of various nature, and also prevents bacterial activity and inflammatory processes. The tool was also widely used in surgical practice.
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The composition of the drug
The medicinal product for wound healing is available in the form of a white ointment with a creamy texture and a uniform dense texture. And also the product can be purchased in the form of a water-soluble substance. When rubbed into the skin, the external characteristics of the ointment change - it becomes softer, more fluid, which contributes to better penetration of active substances deep into the tissue.
An antimicrobial is sold in cans (100 or 1000 g) or aluminum tubes (40 g).
In the component composition of a therapeutic ointment, there are two main components:
- chloramphenicol - an antibiotic (a chemical substance with antibacterial activity), which is aimed at eliminating Escherichia coli and staphylococci;
- methyluracil is a chemical component that slows down the processes of tissue destruction, promotes protein synthesis and accelerated regeneration, and also counteracts the inflammatory process.
Additional components greatly contribute to the penetration of the drug deep into damaged tissue.
Subject to the exact dosage and rules of use, the product is not able to penetrate the circulatory system. The development of addiction to the active compounds of the drug is also excluded.
Therapeutic effects
This drug is used as an antimicrobial and regenerative agent for external use.
The presence of an active component composition provides Levomekol ointment with several therapeutic properties, which also include an anti-inflammatory effect. The elimination of bacterial activity occurs as a result of inhibition of protein in the cells of pathogenic microorganisms.
As a rule, ointment is in demand for inflammatory diseases, injuries of the skin and integrity disorders, which are accompanied by the formation of pus and necrotic processes. The combined preparation is extremely effective against gram-negative bacteria. Also, additional substances can relieve swelling and stimulate immune processes. The presence of pus on the damaged area does not affect the effectiveness of this pharmaceutical product.
Instructions for use for children and adults
Unless otherwise indicated, Levomekol ointment is applied in a small layer to the affected area of the skin. After it is not required to perform intensive actions and rub the product. It will be enough to cover the treated area with a sterile cloth and fix it with a bandage.
The daily rate of a wound healing preparation should not exceed 3 g or application more than two times. Duration of treatment - until complete restoration of the integrity of the skin.
- It is allowed to apply Levomekol ointment to children. Often, the drug is used for newborns with sweating, diaper dermatitis, abscesses after injections and vaccinations.
- The drug also finds its application in the postoperative period, with sinusitis, boils, acne, purulent otitis media.
- In case of burns, Levomekol should be applied to a bandage or gauze dressing, and then fixed on the affected area.
- With hemorrhoids, therapeutic therapy will be advisable only if the disease is in an acute stage. The ointment is applied immediately before bedtime, the course of therapy is ten days. Additionally, candles are assigned.
- In the case of diseases that affect the mucous membrane of the oral cavity, the product must be applied in circular motions up to 3 times a day and for half an hour do not consume food and liquids.
- For inflammation affecting the ear canals or nasal cavity, it is necessary to make cotton flagella, treat them with medicine and inject.
- Ointment "Levomekol" in gynecology is used for vaginitis, purulent inflammation, abrasions, injuries and in the postoperative period. Before bedtime, sterile swabs treated with the drug are introduced into the vagina. Treatment should be carried out for at least one week.
During pregnancy and lactation
According to the instructions for use for this pharmaceutical product, there are no restrictions for its use by pregnant and lactating women.
The ointment can be used during pregnancy and lactation, since the active substances are not able to penetrate the circulatory system, cross the placental barrier and enter the milk for feeding.
Often, the ointment is prescribed for lactating women to treat cracks in the nipples - in this case, you should stop breastfeeding, as some side reactions, including severe poisoning, are possible.
Drug interaction
With regular application of Levomekol ointment, the patient must completely abandon the use of any other drugs with similar pharmacological properties. Otherwise, the risk of unwanted effects from the immune system is significantly increased.
Contraindications and side effects
Ointment “Levomekol” for wounds is used everywhere and among patients of all age categories, since it belongs to the group of drugs with a low level of toxicity. The number of contraindications to this tool is minimal.
The studies did not reveal signs of an overdose even when applying a significant amount of the drug.
Only in some cases it is not recommended to use the ointment for medicinal purposes:
- Fungal skin lesion.
- Psoriasis or eczema in the affected area.
- Individual intolerance to the individual components of the ointment.
As a rule, the drug rarely causes the occurrence of negative reactions from the body. However, the possibility of signs of an allergic reaction to some components is not excluded. Such manifestations include severe itching, redness and rashes directly on the treated area of the skin.
Rare manifestations include hyperemia, local edema, and severe burning sensation. It is worth considering that the occurrence of side effects is a reaction of the body to an irritant and a reason for discontinuing the drug.
Analogs ointments Levomekol
There are a number of substitute drugs that are similar in component composition and mechanism of action. These include Levometil and Netran - these are absolute analogues of Levomekol ointment.
You can also name drugs that have a similar therapeutic effect, but contain a slightly different composition of chemicals:
- ointment "Levosin";
- "Fugentin";
- "Fastin";
- "Tetracycline";
- "Erythromycin";
- Streptonil;
- "Lingezin."
Before replacing the drug yourself, it is recommended to consult a doctor.
