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Last reviewed: 07.07.2025
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The manifestation of allergy symptoms in the form of dermatitis or urticaria, especially when it comes to facial skin, requires immediate action. The simplest and most accessible thing that can help in this case is an allergy ointment. According to their composition, there can be hormonal, non-hormonal and combined allergy ointments. So that there is no temptation to go and buy one of the ointments listed in this article immediately after reading - there will be no mention of specific drugs. For those who really need to know which allergy ointment is more effective and which is not effective at all, it will be useful to consult a doctor. Here we will talk about what ointments there are and what results to expect from them.
[ Hormonal Allergy Ointment
Hormonal ointment for allergies contains different amounts of hormone. The higher the percentage of hormonal base, the faster the "therapeutic" effect occurs. The fact is that allergic rashes on the skin are removed with strong hormonal ointments within 1-3 days, depending on the severity of the rash. However, the removal of external signs is not a complete recovery. Temporary attenuation of symptoms leads, after some time, to a relapse, sometimes with a more progressive manifestation.
Another scenario involving long-term use of an incorrectly selected hormonal ointment is destructive changes in the skin structure. While relieving external symptoms, the allergy ointment has a depressing effect on skin cells, eventually leading to a complete restructuring of their life cycle. The skin on the face and hands becomes excessively dry, prone to frequent cracks and pustular infections, or becomes rough, to the point of forming areas of scar tissue.
To avoid such troubles, hormonal ointments should be used very carefully, as pre-medical care, if a safer method of alleviating the situation cannot be selected before meeting with a doctor. Or you need to start treatment with a less strong hormonal drug, gradually moving to a stronger one. Upon achieving the desired therapeutic effect, switch back to a less strong hormonal ointment. Allergy ointment is most often used on the skin of the face and hands. Knowing about the possibility of developing negative processes in these areas, in response to the action of hormonal drugs, is it worth pushing yourself to such a risk as self-selection of drugs?
Speaking about the benefits of hormonal ointments, it should be noted that their anti-inflammatory effect is also of great importance in the treatment of allergic rashes. Scratching the skin leads to the appearance of small cracks and wounds, through which, as through an open gate, pathogenic microflora quickly penetrates, causing an infectious infection. Because of this, pustules and ulcers appear on the skin, which soon either become covered with a crust or continue to "weep". The use of hormonal ointments allows you to avoid such harmful consequences.
Non-hormonal ointment for allergies
Non-hormonal ointment for allergies does not give a positive and visible effect as quickly as its hormonal analogues, and they do not have severe side effects. Although one should not exclude the development of individual intolerance to any component included in the ointment.
An allergy ointment that does not contain a hormone may be based on a homeopathic mixture. In this case, you need to know exactly what type of allergic disease you are treating. Herbs are not always as safe as many people mistakenly believe. In the case where the body is sensitive to pollen allergens (meaning plant pollen), an herbal allergy ointment may be more harmful than helpful.
This also applies to cross-allergic reactions, when, against the background of a sharp sensitivity to an allergen of one group, a violent response to another allergen, belonging to a different category, is added. For example, with a food allergy, an allergy to a medicine develops simultaneously, or with an existing allergy to pet hair, an allergy to a decoction of succession or celandine is added.
Having decided to independently select a medicinal ointment, without relying on a doctor's consultation, carefully read the instructions for the drugs. A "safe ointment for allergies" in its composition may be ineffective in a particular case. Long-term use of such an ointment can lead to a waste of time and, as a result, to an aggravation of the situation.
Non-hormonal ointment for allergies is most recommended for pregnant women and small children. Pregnant women, faced with the problem of allergies, are forced to fight only with its symptoms. Treatment of the root cause of the allergic reaction has to be postponed until the baby is born, so as not to cause harm during its intrauterine development.
Children with allergies are constantly protected from "meeting" with the allergen. This is the most effective method of both preventing and treating allergies. Eliminating contact with the allergen reduces the intensity of allergy symptoms within a few hours. Allergy ointment is used to eliminate skin manifestations and alleviate the situation, in combination with other medications aimed at stopping the underlying cause of the disease.
Combination ointment for allergies
In some cases, it is advisable to use combination ointments, which, in addition to hormones, include antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antitrichomonal components. You can recognize combination ointments on sale by the presence of a letter prefix to the main name, for example, "Frucinar - N", indicates that the hormonal ointment contains neomycin (antibiotic). However, this principle is not the only one. Many ointments are sold under a special trademark, which contains only the main name, and before buying, you need to carefully study the main composition.
Useful tip
Each time you introduce a new allergy ointment, test it for individual sensitivity by applying a small amount of ointment to the back of your forearm, closer to your palm. If the skin at the site of application remains unchanged within fifteen minutes, you can safely use this preparation on other areas of the body. Conversely, if immediately after application or after some time, you feel a burning sensation and the entire area of skin covered with the ointment turns pink or red, you should immediately wash off the allergy ointment and stop using it further.
Any medicine, no matter what form it is released in, is a foreign substance for the body, capable of producing not only the effect for which it was developed, but also causing unpredictable behavior of the body. Allergy ointment should not be perceived as a completely harmless substance that helps to cope with the appearance of a rash.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Allergy ointment" 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.