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Alantan plus
Last reviewed: 23.04.2024
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Alantan plus is a medicine that helps heal and scar wounds. Its therapeutic effect is due to the activity of 2 elements - dexpanthenol with alantoin.
Allantoin has keratolytic properties. Prevents unnecessary deposition of keratin within areas that are prone to the formation of a thick epidermal layer. The substance accelerates the process of treating wound surfaces, stimulating the growth of new tissues, and at the same time it has a protective effect and helps moisturize the epidermis.
Dexpanthenol is able to go deep inside the epidermis, transforming it into calcium pantothenate. The element stabilizes the water characteristics of the skin, increasing its elasticity and elasticity.
Indications Alantan plus
It is used in the treatment of various wound lesions - small cuts, scratches and cracks. In addition, it is prescribed for burns (solar or obtained by photo or radiotherapy). It can be used to prevent the occurrence of diaper rash in babies, as well as to treat dry or too sensitive skin. It can also be prescribed in case of strong epidermal keratosis in the foot area with palms.
The cream is used in the form of an auxiliary substance for atopic dermatitis, allergic eczema, as well as ulcers in the legs and inflammations of the nasal mucosa.
Release form
The release of the drug is implemented in the form of a cream, inside a tube of 35 g. In a box there is 1 such tube.
Dosing and administration
The drug is used for local treatment of the epidermis.
In case of irritation or inflammation, it is necessary to treat the skin with a cream 1-fold or several times a day.
In the case of use in infants, the drug is used with each change of diapers (you must first wash the heated areas with water).
The duration of the therapeutic cycle is determined by the personal characteristics of the course of the disease in a patient, as well as the therapeutic result obtained and the tolerance of the drug.
Use Alantan plus during pregnancy
There is no information regarding the use of Alantana plus during pregnancy, which is why it should be used only in situations where the likely benefits are more expected than the risks of complications in the fetus.
It is forbidden to treat the breast cream before the procedure of feeding the child.
Contraindications
The main contraindications:
- severe intolerance to the components of the drug;
- epidermal changes in severe forms of inflammation with permeation processes.
Side effects Alantan plus
May cause symptoms of intolerance or skin irritation.
Overdose
If the medication is inadvertently swallowed, symptomatic treatment should be carried out.
Storage conditions
Alantan plus must be kept in a place closed from small children at a temperature of no more than 25 ° C.
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Shelf life
Alantan Plus can be used for a 2-year term since the release of the drug substance.
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Application for children
The drug can be prescribed in pediatrics.
Analogs
Analogs of drugs are medicines Bimmunal, Argosulfan with Bepanten and Pantestinom, and in addition, Solcoseryl, Vondekhil, Panthenol with Levomekol and Algofin-Forte.
Reviews
Alantan Plus receives good reviews from patients - the cream can be used for various wounds, scratches, burns, and also for allergies. Of the disadvantages, only the relatively high cost of the drug is noted
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Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Alantan plus" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.