Serum ointment with demodectic

Sulfur ointment is widely used in the therapy of a large number of cutaneous pathologies, for example, scabies, seborrhea, psoriasis or dermatitis. This is a very popular tool among young people in the fight against acne. However, sulfuric ointment is particularly effective in demodectic cases, involving subcutaneous mites. Often it is prescribed in combination with antibacterial agents and salicylates.

Treatment of demodicosis with sulfuric ointment can significantly improve the skin condition:

• Demodex mite, which causes this disease, lives in the sebaceous glands and hair follicles. With the disease, the skin acquires a speckled, hyperemic appearance, reminiscent of acne eruptions. When the form is started, the skin becomes bumpy, with a crimson hue. Sulfur ointment after application to the affected skin zones comes into local reaction with the formation of sulfides and pentathionic acid. The resulting substances have a pronounced antiparasitic, antimicrobial and keratolytic effect;
• liniment is effective in itself, however dermatologists advise to use it only in combination with the antimicrobial agent Metronidazole potentiating its property;
• sulfuric ointment is not recommended for more than 10 consecutive days in order to avoid excessive skin irritation.

[1], [2]

Indications for the use of sulfuric ointment in demodicosis

Sulfur ointment is prescribed in the classical course of demodecosis - a disease that is accompanied by a lesion of the skin by a microscopic parasitic tick - a sternum. This parasite settles in places of intense sweating, inside the sebaceous ducts and hair follicles.

Demodectic can complicate a number of concomitant pathologies - it can be acne, dermatitis or rosacea, as well as eye damage - blepharitis or conjunctivitis.

Active mite activity can provoke serious changes in the structure of the epidermal tissue. During the disease, the patient can detect rashes, acne, small ulcers, clear areas of inflammation, nodules that can cover the entire surface of the face. The skin begins to become covered with scales, there is an increase in the function of the sebaceous glands. The patient can complain of itchy skin, gloss and unpleasant odor of the skin.

To prevent the active spread of the tick to other areas of the body, treatment should be carried out as early as possible.

Form of issue

Liniment is produced in glass jars or tubes of aluminum.

The preparation consists of the following substances:

• precipitated sulfur;
• a consistent emulsion of water-Vaseline.

It is a greasy, slightly yellowish substance. It can be produced in two versions, depending on the sulfur content in the preparation (10% or 33%).

[3], [4]

Pharmacodynamics

Liniment has a softening and drying effect, protects, and in large doses irritates the skin.

The drug is prescribed for external treatment of the disease. When distributed on the skin, the reaction of the active component with the components of the epidermal layer and with the tissues of parasites is observed, which determines the bactericidal and antiparasitic action of the drug.

A sulfuric ointment with a 10% concentration of active substance helps to strengthen the formation of cells of the outer cover, restores the tissue after surface wounds and defects for several days. The agent has keratoplastic action, softens effect on the skin, providing a quick disinfection of parasites and bacteria. Successfully eliminates itching.

Highly concentrated liniment with a sulfur content of 33% makes the epidermal layer more loose, exfoliates the dead skin particles. Therefore, it is more suitable for the treatment of diseases accompanied by keratinization of the skin (acne, seborrheic dermatitis). The drug with a 33% concentration has an irritant effect on the skin receptors, which accelerates the surface blood flow, stimulating local metabolic processes.

Sulfur slightly drains the fabric, creating a feeling of tightness and exfoliation of the surface layer, so it is recommended to strictly adhere to the prescribed dosage of the drug.

Due to the fact that sulfur-based liniment is a topical topical agent, the pharmacokinetics of the drug are not represented.

Dosing and Administration

Most often the drug is used as follows:

• distribute liniment on the surface of the affected skin;
• if the lesion is large enough, it is applied to a surface that extends beyond the affected area;
• as a rule, the medication is used once a day, preferably at night, without washing off for four to five hours, but, according to the indications, 2-3 times a day is possible;
• wash the product by wiping the skin with oil;
• duration of treatment is usually not less than one week and not more than 10 days;
• At the end of the course of treatment, the affected area should be washed thoroughly (if this person is to wash thoroughly).

When using the drug, you must carefully follow the rules of personal hygiene. It is important to change bed linens as often as possible, especially pillowcases. Feather pillows should be replaced with new, preferably containing synthetic fillers: such pillows exclude repeated infection with the tick.

[9], [10], [11], [12], [13]

Use of sulfuric ointment during demodicosis during pregnancy

As a rule, with the onset of pregnancy, women should be very careful with the choice of medications, including external use. Medicines taken without prescribing a doctor can harm a developing baby in the womb. Nevertheless, the local use of certain external drugs is still allowed.

Sulfur-based liniment, which is prescribed for the treatment of scabies, seborrhea, acne, demodectic or dermatitis, is considered one of the safest in pregnancy and during breastfeeding. It effectively removes bacteria, cleanses pores, adds to the skin, giving it freshness and purity.

The risk of developing side effects during treatment is very small. However, preliminary consultation with the doctor is still worthwhile, as some expectant mothers with a predilection for allergic reactions can have unpleasant consequences, for example, dizziness, lowering blood pressure, skin rashes.

Contraindications to the use of sulfuric ointment in demodicosis

The main contraindication to the use of this external drug is a tendency to allergies. To avoid adverse effects before starting treatment with a medicine, it is recommended to apply liniment on a limited area of the skin (for example, on the back of the knee or elbow). For several hours, it is necessary to observe the place of application. If there are no signs such as burning, the appearance of rashes or itching, then you can safely use the medication.

In pregnancy, as well as in early childhood, liniment is used only after her appointment as a doctor.

[5], [6], [7], [8]

Side effects of sulfuric ointment in demodicosis

Side effects are relatively rare, however, patients must necessarily be aware of possible reactions of the body. Treatment should be discontinued if the following symptoms occur:

• redness of the skin;
• itchy and burning sensations;
• swelling, skin strain;
• allergic manifestations.

If you find at least one of these signs, consult a doctor - he will give you another, equally effective medicine.

Overdose

Most often, the medication is used once a day, shortly before sleep, for 7-9 days. With longer treatment, there may be signs of overdose, which are manifested in the form of increased side effects, in irritation of the skin, in the appearance of tuberosity and deterioration in the appearance of the skin.

If you have to treat a large area of the skin surface, then the use of less concentrated liniment

When developing an allergic reaction, discontinue use of the drug and seek immediate medical attention.

Interactions with other drugs

Sulfur is one of the chemical elements, therefore, with the combined application of sulfuric ointment and other external preparations, new compounds can form with unpredictable consequences.

It is known that preparations of fluorine and iron enhance the penetration of sulfur into tissues. At the same time, drugs based on barium, molybdenum, selenium and arsenic lower the effectiveness of liniment.

Specific tests for the interaction of liniment based on sulfur and other external agents were not carried out.

Storage conditions

Packaging with the drug is recommended to be stored in a room with a temperature of not more than + 25 ° C. Do not expose the product to freezing, otherwise it will lose its healing properties.

Store liniment in hard to reach places for children.

Shelf life - up to 2 years.

It is unacceptable to use sulfuric ointment after the expiration of the storage period indicated on the package for the medicine.

Reviews of the sulfuric ointment from demodicosis

Comments on the treatment with sulfur ointment are quite contradictory. In the vast majority of cases, this is due to incorrect and illiterate use of the drug, with gross dysregulation or misdiagnosed diagnosis.

If the liniment is used strictly according to the indications and follow all the recommendations of the doctor who prescribes the drug, then its positive effect is very palpable.

Sulfur ointment is a relatively inexpensive external remedy, also quite effective. Of course, there are some unpleasant moments in liniment application:

• the product can stain clothing and bedding;
• has an unpleasant aroma.

Nevertheless, all these shortcomings can be ignored, since this medicine nevertheless significantly improves the condition of the skin.

Serum ointment with demodicosis is safe, although sometimes it can cause dry skin. But if you use the drug according to the recommended dosages and application rules, the effect will not take long.