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Irikar
Last reviewed: 10.08.2022
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Irikar is a homeopathic medicine for local use that reduces the manifestations of epidermal inflammation accompanied by itching (among them neurodermatitis, epidermal symptoms of allergy and eczema).
The drug includes the herbal element Cardiospermum Halicacab (its homeopathic dilution). It effectively weakens the hyperemia with itching that occurs during the development of a lesion, and in addition reduces the severity of inflammation and tissue edema. [1]
Indications Irikar
It is used to treat eczema , epidermal dryness, against which itching is noted, as well as neurodermatitis . It can also be used as a symptomatic antipruritic drug in case of insect bites.
Release form
The release of the therapeutic substance is realized in the form of an ointment and cream - inside tubes with a volume of 50 g; inside the box - 1 such tube.
Dosing and administration
You need to use the medicine exclusively externally. A small layer of ointment or cream is applied to the affected areas, lightly rubbing the drug into the epidermis. Irikar can be used no more than 3 times a day. Since the medication is tolerated without complications, it can be used for a long time.
If there is no positive effect after 1-2 weeks of drug treatment, you need to cancel the therapy and choose an alternative medicine.
- Application for children
It is forbidden to use the medicine in infants under 1 year old.
Use Irikar during pregnancy
There is no information on the negative effects on a pregnant woman or fetus when using the medication during pregnancy. But only a doctor can prescribe Irikar.
Contraindications
It is contraindicated to appoint people with strong sensitivity to any of the elements of the medication.
Side effects Irikar
During the use of drugs, side symptoms appear only occasionally. There is evidence of the appearance of signs of allergy during the period of use of the medication (mainly in people with hypersensitivity to the elements of the drug).
Storage conditions
Irikar should be kept out of the reach of small children.
Shelf life
Irikar can be applied within a 5-year term from the date of manufacture of the therapeutic agent.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Irikar" 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.