Ointments for acne

Indications for the use of ointments from acne are the presence on the skin (most often - the face) of individual or multiple, open or closed rashes of various kinds. The reasons for the development of acne are also different:

• digestive problems, malnutrition
• chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and bile ducts
• pathology of the liver
• hormonal disorders
• allergic reactions
• mistakes in skin care
• genetic inclination
• bad habits (smoking, alcohol abuse)
• emotional overload, stress
• adverse environmental factors
• menstruation disorders
• skin diseases.

People with oily problem skin are more prone to such defects. Excess sebum clog the excretory ducts of the sebaceous glands and provoke their inflammation. Eruptions are also possible on the back, legs, neck, chest.

To cure the skin affected by acne, it is desirable to establish the cause. It is important not to engage in self-medication, so as not to spoil your face for a long time, or even forever.

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Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

Pharmacodynamics popular ointments from acne and their components:

• Azelaic acid localizes the inflammatory focus, normalizes the activity of the sebaceous glands.

Antibiotics have a blocking effect (erythromycin) on protein synthesis in the cells of pathogenic bacteria, not allowing them to multiply.

• Zinc dries, knits, disinfects, reduces inflammation.

Salicylic acid has an antimicrobial effect.

• Sulfur exfoliates the epidermis.

Benzoyl destroys harmful microflora.

• Active substances of heparin ointment have vasodilating, analgesic, anti-inflammatory properties.

Streptocide ointment depresses reproduction and destroys the bacterial cell walls.

• Ointment Eplan refers to the dermatotropic group, has antiseptic and regenerating properties.

Included in the composition of ointments from acne, substances act mainly at the site of application and are poorly absorbed into the circulatory system.

Names of ointments and creams from acne

Antibacterial drugs with mild acne - Baziron AS, Curious, Dalacin, Zinerit, Iron, Acnebay (cream), Differin, Skinoren (cream). In complex forms, treatment is supplemented with antibiotics, but only a dermatologist or a cosmetologist is entitled to prescribe them.

Other names for ointments:

• Sulfur.
• Zinc.
• Metrogil.
• Salicylic (2, 3, 5%).
• Retinoic.
• Levomekol.
• Regecin.
• Indoxyl.
• Isotrexin.
• Eplan.
• Liniment of synthomycin.
• Ichthyol.
• Heparinic.
• Streptocide.

Ointments for acne on the face

In dermatology use many ointments from acne on the face:

• Sulfur: useful from all types of acne, eliminates foci, dries problem points. Applied also with demodicosis.
• Salicylic: eliminates acne, comedones, post-acne.
• Metrogyl: destroys anaerobic microorganisms, protozoa, gram-positive bacteria, accelerates the process of acne treatment with complex therapy.
• Retinoic: it acts slowly, but it significantly reduces the inflammation and the number of open comedones. Useful in combination with other drugs.
• Levomekol: penetrates very deeply, it is effective in purulent processes.
• Regecin: in mild form or as an additional remedy.
• Liniment of synthomycin: a bactericide and a healing agent.
• Heparinovaja: it is known as a medicine for a thrombophlebitis and varices, but it is useful and from acnes.
• Ointment Vishnevsky: used, but controversial in this sense, the drug; it is designed to heal surgical wounds.
• Ichthyol: effectively fights with comedones.
• Streptocide: active against streptococci

Homemade ointment from acne on the face:

• 10% salicylic ointment 25 g
• 33% sulfuric ointment 25 g
• zinc ointment 20 g
• tar 5 - 7 drops
• vitamin A oil solution 5 drops
• essential oils-antiseptics 2 - 3 drops.

Mix, apply point to acne, acne, comedones, black dots.

Zinc ointment for acne

Zinc ointment from acne is an inexpensive, but very good way to make the skin clean and healthy. Some even believe that this is the most effective remedy against acne. Although there are other, negative opinions: it seems to overdry the skin and is effective only in case of small problems.

A simple composition (Vaseline plus zinc oxide) has a complex effect on the affected skin:

• antiseptic
• adsorbing
• anti-inflammatory.

Before applying the ointment, the face must be washed and wiped dry. Ointment is used pointwise, for every pimple a thin layer. During the day, the procedure is useful to repeat several times (the amount is determined by the doctor). If the day does not work, then it should be applied overnight.

To fix the effect, you should apply the ointment until the zinc finally destroys the foci of inflammation, drains the wound.

At the first application of zinc ointment from acne it is desirable to conduct an allergic test - on the inner side of the elbow joint (for 20 minutes). Although usually neither Vaseline nor zinc cause side effects, but in practice sometimes there were cases of intolerance of the drug. With prolonged use, the skin may become irritated. Ointment is contraindicated in purulent processes.

Dosing and Administration

Ointments are for external use. General guidelines recommend:

• wash hands before and after the procedure
• clean the application surface
• Do not allow eyes and mucous membranes of other organs to penetrate.

The methods of application and dosages of specific ointment ointments are indicated in the instructions, as well as in the prescriptions of the treating physicians.

Ointments, in comparison with creams, are more greasy, they are worse absorbed and make clothes, bed and furniture dirty. Therefore, they are applied at night, preferably under a bandage. How often and for a long time - the question is individual and depends on the severity of the acne.

Ointments salicylic, zinc use courses, for 10 - 20 days with interruptions, shintomitsinovuyu - a week or two, two or three times a day.

Sulfur ointment is applied to acne only once a day (at night), in a thin layer, otherwise it can be harmful to the skin. Course: two to four weeks.

Regecin is applied a layer or on problem points twice a day, once or twice a week.

Effect from Skinorena comes in a month, and the final disposal - in six months.

The heparin ointment is applied to the skin, which has been cleaned with alcohol, and is rubbed in the morning and in the evening; as a rule, 10 days is enough.

Application of ichthyol ointment against acne:

• pointwise under the tampon for two hours - with separate acne
• in the form of a mask - with an extensive rash; after two hours, remove the cotton pad, wash the face with milk, and apply the drug with salicylic acid to the affected areas.

Ointments with an unpleasant odor require special precautions; They are applied only in the evening, protecting clothes and bed from stains and smell.

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Use of ointment for ointment during pregnancy

The expediency of using ointments from acne during pregnancy (and lactation), as a rule, is indicated in the accompanying annotations. A woman in pregnancy should not be engaged in self-medication in any way.

Ointments for acne can be divided into three groups. So,

• Regecin, preparations with azelaic acid are not contraindicated in pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Baziron is allowed to use very carefully
• Heparinic is allowed for weighty indications
• Streptocide is not prescribed at all during pregnancy and breast feeding of babies.

Contraindications for use

On the contraindications to the use of the manufacturer of ointments from acne rashes in the instructions, so they must be carefully read.

• For example:

Baziron can not be used in children under 12 years of age, during pregnancy and during lactation

Streptocide ointment - for children, pregnant and lactating mothers; adults - with renal impairment, acute manifestations of porphyria.

Components of a zinc ointment can reduce care when working with machinery and driving a car.

An important contraindication is the presence of individual intolerance to individual components.

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Side effects of ointments for acne

If you get the ointment from acne into the eyes, rinse them immediately with running water. Hypersensitivity to the skin can also lead to different complications.

Sulfuric ointment greatly dries the skin. For prevention, you should moisten it with special creams.

Simultaneously with zinc ointment, you should not use other drugs for acne.

Regecin causes burning, tingling, tightness of dry skin.

Light inflammatory phenomena from azelaic acid (Skinoren) usually disappear quickly.

Salicylic acid can provoke allergies, heparin - dermatitis, bleeding.

Side effects of ointments from acne are manifested in the form of excessive dryness, redness, itching, allergy symptoms. The more active and powerful the substance, the more often side effects occur. If the undesirable phenomena do not disappear, you need to change the medicine for another.

Overdose and interactions with other drugs

Most ointment remedies with proper application do not constitute a threat of overdose.

It is known that a heparin preparation can not be used for a long time - to avoid complications.

Some interactions of ointments from acne with other drugs are described.

Heparinovuyu not appointed simultaneously with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, antihistamine drugs, thyroxine, tetracycline.

Ingredients of ichthyol are incompatible with alkaloids, heavy metal salts, iodides.

Streptocide is not prescribed in parallel with drugs, the formulation of which contains phenobarbital, adrenaline, caffeine, hydrochloric acid and some other substances.

Storage conditions and shelf life

Pharmacy products retain useful properties at cool or room temperature (in the range of 15-25 degrees). Can not withstand heat, high humidity, direct sunlight. Home ointments from acne should be kept in the refrigerator.

Keep away from children, pets.

The shelf life of most ointments from acne is 3 to 5 years, preparations of own manufacture are much shorter. Keep the packaging tight or tightly closed. Overdue drugs pose a danger.

Cope with a mild rash is easy on your own, using creams or ointments. Complex cases need to be treated, and for this purpose to establish the reasons - with the help of dermatologists, endocrinologists or complex examination. And healthier skin is promoted by proper nutrition, physical activity, healthy habits.