Ointments from calluses

Currently, pharmacies offer patients a variety of all kinds of external drugs to get rid of calluses or corns. It is impossible even to recall the entire list of existing tools, and there is no need for it, because the acting components of such drugs are mostly similar. For example, the most common remedy - ointment from calluses - often contains acids in its composition. It can be salicylic or benzoic acid - substances that soften the corn, thereby facilitating its further removal.

In addition, many ointments from corns contain vegetable oils - soybean, grape, mustard, linseed. The oil base helps in softening the horny skin area, and when used on healthy skin integuments it serves as prevention of the formation of growths. Separately it is necessary to allocate castor oil which is often added in ointments. This component stimulates local blood flow, improves the vitality of tissues, besides, it acts quickly and effectively. A particularly good combination of castor oil and glycerin. This combination is often found not only in pharmacy products, but also in alternative recipes for getting rid of calluses.

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Indications for use of ointments from corns

Corns are dense painful growths on the skin that appear mainly in the heel area, on the outside of the foot and fingers. Such growths are small in size (which distinguishes them from corns), and they also have clearly outlined contours.

Corns can be dry and wet. Mokryushchie differ from dry ones in that they can have serous effusion, or bloody contents. All this is explained by damage to the vascular system and tissues. Over time, the wetting build-up can go to dry - in this case, a kind of "root" or "core" is formed in the corn. Dry outgrowths are harder to treat and longer.

As for the corns, which are often confused with true calluses, they represent coarsening of some areas of the skin on the feet. This coarsening is caused by wearing uncomfortable shoes, flat feet, long walking or standing. The corncobs also differ in the absence of a "root" and in their relatively superficial location.

Ointments from calluses are perfectly suitable for removal and pestilence including. Such drugs are sometimes used as a preventive treatment of skin roughness, or before pedicure procedures.

By the way, ointment - not the only form of the drug to remove calluses. Often, patches, gels and special solutions are used for this purpose, which are added to hot water to steam out coarse skin.

Names of ointments from calluses

Salicylic ointment
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics	Local application of salicylic acid provides bactericidal and keratolytic action. The active component appears in the bloodstream in minute amounts and has no effect on the body.
Use of ointments from calluses during pregnancy	Studies have not been conducted.
Contraindications for use	Propensity to allergy to salicylates.
Side effects of ointments from calluses	Sensation of itching and dryness, allergy.
Dosing and Administration	To eliminate calluses apply a 10% ointment, which is applied under a bandage or napkin. Duration of therapy - from 1 to 3 weeks.
Overdose	Side effects may increase.
Interactions with other drugs	Do not use several keratolytic drugs in one skin area.
Storage conditions and shelf life	They are kept in ordinary conditions, up to 3 years.

Vishnevsky ointment
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics	A well-known antiseptic, based on the properties of tar, xerobe and castor oil. Eliminates inflammation, dries.
Use of ointments from calluses during pregnancy	It is undesirable to use pregnant and lactating women.
Contraindications for use	Excessive sensitivity of the skin, significant dimensions of the affected skin, tumors.
Side effects of ointments from calluses	Manifestations of allergy, increased ultraviolet sensitivity.
Dosing and Administration	Use twice - in the morning and at night, under the bandage, before softening the corn.
Overdose	Intensification of adverse events.
Interactions with other drugs	Information is absent.
Storage conditions and shelf life	You can save up to 5 years in a cool place.

Zinc ointment
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics	An external agent with drying, adsorbing and antiseptic action. Eliminates signs of inflammation and irritation of tissues.
Use of ointments from calluses during pregnancy	It is undesirable to use pregnant women.
Contraindications for use	Propensity to allergic processes.
Side effects of ointments from calluses	Allergy.
Dosing and Administration	Use topically, up to 3 times a day.
Overdose	No cases were recorded.
Interactions with other drugs	It is not recommended to mix with other ointments and creams.
Storage conditions and shelf life	Keep at normal temperature, up to 4 years.

Ichthyol ointment
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics	Means based on ichthyol, has a significant anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect. Does not enter the systemic circulation.
Use of ointments from calluses during pregnancy	Allowed to use, provided that there is no contact with mucous membranes.
Contraindications for use	It is not used in pediatrics, as well as in patients with a tendency to an allergic response.
Side effects of ointments from calluses	Allergic processes that are expressed in skin reactions.
Dosing and Administration	Apply carefully, under a bandage or gauze, up to 3 times a day.
Overdose	External overdose is considered unlikely.
Interactions with other drugs	Do not use on one skin zone with other external medicines.
Storage conditions and shelf life	You can save up to 5 years under normal conditions.

Tetracycline ointment
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics	Tetracycline ointment is a drug with an antibiotic for external use. Relieves the condition with inflamed blisters. Pharmacokinetic properties have not been studied.
Use of ointments from calluses during pregnancy	Not recommended.
Contraindications for use	Allergic inclinations, fungal pathologies, children under 11 years.
Side effects of ointments from calluses	Skin photosensitivity, hyperemia.
Dosing and Administration	Apply under the bandage, up to 2 times a day. The duration of therapy is 2-3 weeks.
Overdose	No data available.
Interactions with other drugs	Not studied.
Storage conditions and shelf life	Keep in the refrigerator until 2 years old.

Heparin ointment
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics	Anticoagulating ointment, exhibits antithrombotic, anti-inflammatory and antiexudative properties. It does not soften the stratum corneum, but improves local blood circulation.
Use of ointments from calluses during pregnancy	Not recommended in the second half of pregnancy.
Contraindications for use	Propensity to an allergic response.
Side effects of ointments from calluses	Allergy.
Dosing and Administration	Use as needed to eliminate edema and hemorrhage.
Overdose	Increased vascular permeability.
Interactions with other drugs	Strengthen the effect of the drug NSAIDs.
Storage conditions and shelf life	Keep in a cool place until 3 years old.

Ointment Rescuer
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics	Combined drug, which has a nourishing, restoring and softening effect. The action of the ointment is rapid and prolonged.
Use of ointments from calluses during pregnancy	Can be used by pregnant women.
Contraindications for use	Probability of allergy.
Side effects of ointments from calluses	Allergy.
Dosing and Administration	Use under the bandage during the day and at night.
Overdose	There is no description.
Interactions with other drugs	Do not use together with an alcohol solution of iodine and hydrogen peroxide.
Storage conditions and shelf life	They are kept in the room conditions for up to 2 years.

Synthomycin ointment
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics	Ointment belongs to the group of antibiotics with the active component chloramphenicol.
Use of ointments from calluses during pregnancy	Apply very carefully.
Contraindications for use	Allergies, fungal pathologies, eczema, psoriasis.
Side effects of ointments from calluses	Allergy.
Dosing and Administration	Use under the bandage once in 1-3 days.
Overdose	Intensification of adverse events.
Interactions with other drugs	You can not combine with ethyl alcohol, sulfonamides, antifungal agents.
Storage conditions and shelf life	Store in the refrigerator until 2 years old.

Ointment Bensalitin from bloody corns
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics	The drug is based on salicylic and benzoic acids, petroleum jelly. Has a cumulative effect, which reduces the risk of repeated development of corn.
Use of ointments from calluses during pregnancy	Allowed for use, but with caution.
Contraindications for use	Do not apply to a bleeding and damaged corn.
Side effects of ointments from calluses	Allergy.
Dosing and Administration	Apply under a bandage or bandage bandage, twice a day. The duration of treatment is up to the necessary softening of the callus.
Overdose	No data available.
Interactions with other drugs	Not described.
Storage conditions and shelf life	Preserve under room conditions, up to 2 years.

Keratolytic Ointments from Calluses

Keratolytic ointments are such external medications that tend to soften, dissolve and reject the cornified epidermal layer of tissue. The composition of these drugs necessarily include keratolitics, which are, for example, salicylic and lactic acids, urea, resorcinol, etc.

Simultaneously with the softening and dissolution of keratin tissues, keratolytics contribute to the removal of the overgrown horny layer from healthy skin. If the concentration of keratolytic substance is insufficient, then such dissolution does not occur: the process is limited only by exfoliation of the surface layer.

The following preparations are classified as keratolytic ointments.

• Belosalik is an ointment from dry corns, which can also be used for the treatment of psoriasis, eczema, ichthyosis, atopic dermatitis, etc. Belosalik includes salicylic acid and betamethasone - components, due to which the ointment shows anti-inflammatory, anti-edematous, antihistaminic, antimicrobial, antifungal and keratolytic properties.

The drug is applied to the affected area of the skin up to 3 times a day, slightly rubbing. However, the best effect is achieved when applying the ointment under the bandage, preferably at night. Duration of treatment - 2-3 weeks.

Analogues of ointment Belosalik are considered such drugs as Betadermik, Betnoveit, Diprosalik.

• Keratolan is a combined ointment from corns on the heels and toes of the foot. The main components of the ointment are carbamide, lactic acid and betaine, which together have keratolytic, bactericidal and fungicidal effects. Keratolan is applied under the bandage twice a day, before softening the corn.
• Colomac is a healing ointment from corns based on salicylic acid. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. Colomac is used externally under the bandage, for three to four days, after which the corn is removed. It is not recommended to use ointment for longer than one week.
• Serno-salicylic ointment is one of the effective representatives of ointment from calluses with a core. Due to the properties of salicylic acid, the preparation has keratolytic, antimicrobial, irritating and anti-inflammatory action. Ointment is used under the bandage for 3-4 days, but not more than 7 days. Salicylic acid should not be applied to areas of the skin on which there are birthmarks or warts.
• Ointment Elokom C is an ointment from calluses on the hands, which is often used to treat psoriasis. The active ingredients of the ointment are represented by salicylic acid and mometasone. Elokom C removes inflammation, narrows the vessels, eliminates unpleasant sensations, provokes exfoliation of skin keratininess by dissolving the binding intercellular substance. Ointment is used under the bandage twice a day, before softening the densified skin.
• Lorinden C is a combined ointment from wet calluses and other diseases with increased formation of the stratum corneum. The drug is anti-inflammatory, anti-edematous, anti-allergic, keratolytic and hypothermic. The active ingredient flumethasone promotes the reduction of exudation, the removal of edema. Salicylic acid softens corn, restores local immunity, protects the skin from bacteria and fungi. Lorinden is best used under the bandage, 2-3 times a day. After eliminating the exudation and softening of the compaction, the callus can be removed by steaming it in a warm bath beforehand.

Corn at first glance may seem quite harmless compaction, but this is not quite true: large dermal scalp during growth sometimes leads to severe discomfort and pain. Because of this, it is not recommended to ignore the treatment. Better immediately, with the appearance of the first signs, use ointment from calluses, which will help to solve the problem quickly and effectively.