Ointments and gels for gums from inflammation

With inflammation of the gums, various ointments should be used only in combination with other forms of medications.

The fact is that they differ too greasy basis, so it is not so effective. In addition, the ointment for gums for inflammation is usually swallowed quickly and washed off with saliva.

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Indications for the use of ointments for gums from inflammation

Ointments for gums, as a rule, differ in the following basic characteristics:

1. Relieve pain.
2. Eliminate or reduce bleeding gums.
3. Treat inflammation.
4. Eliminate an unpleasant itch.
5. Improve the healing of tissues.
6. They have an antiseptic effect.
7. Help strengthen the gums.

Ointments for gums are used for such diseases:

1. Gingivitis.
2. Stomatitis.
3. Trophic ulcers in the oral cavity.
4. Periodontitis.
5. Various diseases that are associated with inflammation of the gums.

Form of issue

Many patients do not distinguish two completely different concepts: "gel" and "ointment" when it comes to preparations for the treatment of gum disease.

A professional dentist can immediately name the main features of these two forms of release.

Ointments, as a rule, are created on fat bases, and gels - on water bases. Ointment can not as easily as the gel penetrate the mucous membrane of the gums. Due to the fact that the ointments are fat, they can not stay on the gums for a long time, so their work is not so effective.

Most consumers add to the list of ointments any drugs that are produced in tubes and used externally. Such tools have many advantages:

1. They are very easy to use - just need to put on the gums.
2. They are sold in any pharmacy without a prescription.
3. They are applied externally, which helps reduce the risk of getting the main components into the blood and harm the body.
4. Ointments begin to act much faster than tablets, since they are immediately applied to the area of inflammation.
5. They practically have no side effects.

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Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

Consider the pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics of ointments for gums from inflammation using the example of the popular "Metrogil Denta".

This is a known antimicrobial and antiprotozoal drug. Its mechanism of action is based on the action of metronidazole on transport proteins of anaerobic bacteria and protozoa that provoke periodontal diseases. This leads to rapid death of bacteria.

It is active in a wide spectrum of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria (Entamoeba histolytica, Trichomonas vaginalis, Fusobactenum spp., Eubacterium spp., Peptostreptococcus spp.).

Chlorhexidine - has antiseptic and bactericidal effects, affects aerobic and anaerobic bacteria.

The gel penetrates very well into the mucous membrane of the mouth, so it gives a positive result quickly enough. Bactericidal concentration of the drug is achieved in liquids and most tissues of the body in a short period of time.

Derived in the form of metabolites with the help of the kidneys (80%) and 20% - unchanged.

Names of ointments and gels for gums from inflammation

Asepta. Propolis is the main active component of the drug.

This is a natural substance that perfectly copes with inflammation of the gums, because it has an antimicrobial effect. It is used to treat gingivitis, stomatitis, periodontitis, trophic ulcer.

It is necessary to apply the preparation to the inflamed gum immediately after brushing the teeth. Use a small amount of ointment, but try to apply it more or less evenly. Important: do not drink or drink for half an hour after applying the product. Use up to three times a day for one or two weeks. For prevention use several times a year.

Solcoseryl. This drug is different in that it has a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect. This is because its active ingredient is dialysate from the blood of small calves.

Apply ointment is recommended after brushing your teeth. Take a thin layer of the drug and apply it to the gums. Sprinkle with clean cool water. Typically, the drug is applied up to five times a day (after each meal and at bedtime). The course continues until all the symptoms of the disease disappear completely.

With the help of this drug, you will quickly heal wounds in the mouth, discomfort and pain will disappear.

The kamistad. Active active ingredients of the drug are camomile extract and lidocaine hydrochloride. Use the tool is recommended several times a day (mostly after eating) for seven days. Please note that after application to the gums, they may dumb. This is due to the action of lidocaine.

The drug can be used to treat children after three years, but use it in this case is not recommended more than three times a day. The agent has both advantages and disadvantages: insufficient anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effect, can not be used for trophic ulcers.

Holisal

To date, this ointment is considered one of the most effective in treating inflammation of the gums. In addition, it helps to reduce pain, has a bactericidal effect. The active active component of Holisala is choline salicylate. It has an excellent analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect.

How correctly to apply a preparation? First, try to brush your teeth thoroughly. Wash your hands and apply a small amount of ointment on a clean finger. With gentle massage movements, rub the remedy into the gums.

To reduce pain, it is recommended to apply the ointment before each meal. The course of treatment continues until the moment when all the symptoms disappear.

Metrogil Denta

This is an excellent and popular enough gel, which is used to relieve inflammation and bleeding gums. The composition of the drug contains such active components: chlorhexidine and metronidazole. To apply the gel, you must first brush your teeth, then carefully apply a thin layer on the gums.

Metrogil Denta can be used for both prophylaxis and treatment (twice a day for one to two weeks). Remember that doctors do not recommend using the drug too often, since it can cause a dysbacteriosis of the oral cavity.

Ointment for gums from inflammation for children

Various ointments for gums are also used in pediatric dentistry. As a rule, they are used for teething. Today you can find drugs on the basis of lidocaine and without it.

Dentinox. Active active ingredients of the drug are: lidocaine hydrochloride and infusion of flowers of medicinal chamomile, polydocanol. Due to this composition, the agent copes with inflammation (chamomile extract), relieves painful sensations (lidocaine and polidocanol).

Apply on the gums in a small amount, as soon as the first signs of teething. Do not use if you are intolerant of at least one component of the drug, damage to the oral mucosa, diabetes.

Mundizal. Active active ingredients of the drug are choline salicylate and cetalkonium chloride. Can be used for children aged one year.

The drug is characterized by good anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antiseptic and antimicrobial actions. It is used mainly for infectious diseases of the oral cavity.

On the gums, about 1 cm of ointment is applied three to four times a day. The course of treatment continues until the symptoms disappear. It is not recommended for use with intolerance to drug components. Sometimes, a burning sensation can occur on the application site.

Dosing and Administration

The dosage of any medicine is prescribed by a specialist, proceeding from the individual characteristics of each individual case.

Before applying to the gums, you need to brush your teeth well and wash your hands. On the finger squeeze about 1 cm of ointment and light massage movements rub into the inflamed areas. After this, it is advisable not to eat or drink for half an hour-hour. Usually, use after each meal and overnight. The course of therapy is from one week.

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Use of ointments for gums from inflammation during pregnancy

Most ointments for gums for inflammation are contraindicated in the first trimester of pregnancy, as well as during lactation. Some herbal preparations can be used by pregnant patients, but only under the strict supervision of a physician.

Contraindications to the use and side effects of ointments for gums from inflammation

Since ointments from inflammation of the gums are usually applied externally and do not absorb into the systemic blood stream in large quantities, there are no serious contraindications to their use. It is important not to use drugs with individual intolerance to their main components.

Patients who use ointments for gums for inflammation indicate that in some cases (if lidocaine is included in the formulation), after the application the gum and tongue begin to grow dull. It can also be felt by burning and tingling in the oral cavity.

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Overdose and interactions with other drugs

If you use the drug at recommended doses, then an overdose is not observed.

Ointments for gums for inflammation are applied topically. In such cases, little interaction with other drugs is possible. Remember that care must be taken when using such remedies with various indirect anticoagulants (for example, warfarin).

Simultaneous reception with phenobarbital and phenytoin reduces bactericidal activity of metronidazole due to the accelerated metabolism of the latter.

The intake of cimetidine is able to suppress the metabolism of metronidazole, which leads to an increase in the concentration of the latter in the blood.

Storage conditions and shelf life

As a rule, these ointments should be stored at a temperature not exceeding +30 degrees Celsius. You can not freeze and give to small children.

Usually, ointments for gums for inflammation are stored for about two to three years. After the end of this period, use the drug is not recommended.