Zindol, Zinc Ointment and Paste, Desitin (Zinc Oxide). Soft dosage forms Indications and contraindications

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Preparations containing Zinc Oxide (Zinc Oxide, ATC code (ATC) D02AB):

Common forms of release (more than 100 offers in Moscow pharmacies)
Name	Release form	Packing, pcs	Manufacturer country	Price in Moscow, r	Offers in Moscow
Desitin (Desitin)	ointment 40% 57g in tube	1	Canada, CFC for Johnson	185- (average 226↗) -267	115↘
Desitin (Desitin)	diaper rash cream 57g	1	USA, McNeil	175- (medium 220) -285	268
Tsindol (Cindol)	suspension 125g in a vial	1	Russia, Krasnodar Pharm factory	22- (average 31↘) -115	754↗
	ointment 10% 25g	1	Different	9- (average 14↘) -62	631↗
Zinc ointment (Zinc ointment)	ointment 10% 30g	1	Russia, various	18-(middle 30)-55	169↗
Zinc paste (Zinc pasta)	paste 250mg/ml 25g	1	Russia, various	12- (average 15↘) -83	550↗
Salicylic-zinc paste	paste 25g, in 1ml zinc oxide 250mg + salicylic acid 20mg	1	Different	13- (middle 25) -59	835↗
Rare forms of release (less than 100 offers in Moscow pharmacies)
Tsindol (Cindol)	suspension 100g in a vial	1	Russia, various	50- (average 57) -89	52↘
Zinc paste (Zinc pasta)	paste 250mg/ml 30g	1	Russia, Pharmacy preparation	18-(middle 22)-36	54

Desitin (Zinc oxide) - instructions for use

Clinico-pharmacological group:

Astringent and drying agent for external use.

pharmachologic effect

Combined drug with anti-inflammatory properties for external use. Prevents the development of diaper dermatitis, protects the skin from irritating effects of urine and other substances, softens the skin.

The properties of the drug are due to the effects of its components. Zinc oxide, cod liver oil in combination with the vaseline-lanolin base of the ointment create a physical barrier, forming a protective coating on the skin or mucous membranes, which reduces the effect of irritating substances on the affected area and prevents the appearance of a rash. Desitin gives a noticeable effect on diaper rash within 24 hours after the start of use.

Desitin provides a long-lasting protective effect against moisture, especially at night when the baby may be in wet diapers.

It also has a weak astringent effect, so it is used as an anti-inflammatory and protective agent for minor burns, cuts, scratches, as well as for eczema and mild skin lesions.

Indications for use of the drug DESYTIN

treatment and prevention of diaper rash;
as a first aid for light skin injuries (small burns, cuts, scratches and sunburn).

Dosing regimen

The drug is intended for external use only.

To prevent diaper rash, the drug is applied to the skin covered with a diaper or diaper until signs of irritation appear, especially at bedtime, when the child can be in wet diapers for a long time.

For cuts, minor burns, scratches and sunburn, the drug is applied in a thin layer only to superficial and uninfected lesions. If necessary, apply gauze bandages.

Side effect

Side effects of the drug Desitin are not described.

Contraindications to the use of the drug Decitin

hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.

Use in children

For the treatment of diaper rash in children (starting from infancy), when the first signs of redness, diaper rash or slight skin irritation appear, the ointment is applied 3 or more times a day as needed. As a rule, the ointment is applied to the washed and dried affected area at any change of diapers.

special instructions

Do not allow the ointment to get into the eyes. If, with the use of the drug, the rash does not disappear within 48-72 hours, then the clinical situation should be re-evaluated.

The ointment should not be applied if the damaged areas of the skin are infected.

Overdose

An overdose of the drug Desitin is not described.

drug interaction

The drug interaction of the drug Desitin is not described.

Terms of dispensing from pharmacies

The drug is approved for use as a means of OTC.

Terms and conditions of storage

The drug should be stored out of the reach of children at a temperature not exceeding 30 ° C. Shelf life - 3 years.

Content

Annotation to the preparation Zinc ointment - instructions for use - describes the possibilities of using the product to eliminate rashes, treat diathesis in children and heal cuts and burns. The medicine promotes wound healing, but can be used to eliminate the first signs of aging and get rid of acne. When starting to use the product, find out the reaction of the body to it and make sure that there is no allergy.

Ointment with zinc

The human body normally contains up to 3 g of zinc. The trace element is an important component of enzymes, and takes part in the mechanism of tissue regeneration. Zinc deficiency can lead to disruption of basic life processes, which is expressed in the deterioration of the skin, impaired appetite and delayed puberty. Modern cosmetology uses zinc as the main or auxiliary component that is part of sunscreen cosmetics, anti-wrinkle and acne products.

Compound

According to the instructions, zinc ointment has a thick pasty consistency, which is provided by a vaseline base. The main active ingredient of the remedy, which determines the name of the ointment, is zinc. For the purposes of the pharmaceutical industry, zinc oxide is used. The classic version of the Zinc Ointment involves the presence of only two main components in the ratio of 1 to 10 (1 part zinc and 10 parts vaseline).

Manufacturers can add other auxiliary elements to give the product certain properties, information about which is contained in the instructions for use:

Components	Characteristic
zinc oxide	Water-insoluble white powder, has anti-inflammatory, drying, astringent effect
	A mixture of mineral oil and solid paraffins, has derma-protective properties
	Organic substance, has a weak local anesthetic and antiseptic effect
	Animal wax, has wound healing properties
Fish fat	Animal fat, promotes faster penetration of substances through cell membranes
Parabens	Esters, have antiseptic and fungicidal properties
Dimethicone	Polymethylsiloxane polyhydrate, forms a protective film on the surface of the skin, preventing the penetration of infection

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

When applied to the affected skin surface, zinc oxide actively denatures proteins, resulting in the formation of albuminates (protein denaturation products). The purpose of this process is the elimination of exudation (the release of inflammatory fluid), the removal of tissue inflammation. The pharmacological action of the composition is due to the healing properties of zinc and, according to instructions, consists in:

tissue regeneration;
the formation of a dermatoprotective film;
softening irritated skin;
destruction of pathogenic microorganisms in wounds.

What is zinc ointment for?

The therapeutic effect of the drug is to heal existing skin inflammations, wounds and prevent the spread of infection in violation of the integrity of the skin. Ointment with zinc for the face is used to treat acne and youthful acne, eliminate small facial wrinkles. Zinc-containing agent can effectively dry the skin and relieve irritation. According to the instructions indications for the use of the drug are:

allergic dermatitis (remedy relieves itching and swelling);
mechanical damage to the skin;
diaper rash (diaper dermatitis);
burn treatment;
soft tissue necrosis (decubitus);
eczema (relieves redness, prevents the spread of infection).

Along with the external use of zinc paste, it is also necessary to use other specialized tools for the following conditions:

trophic ulcer;
the initial stages of hemorrhoids (an integrated approach should be used to treat hemorrhoids);
skin infections resulting from viral diseases (chicken pox, rubella);
herpes (treatment of herpes involves taking antiviral drugs along with external agents);
streptoderma.

Method of application and dosage

As indicated in the annotation to the Zinc ointment - or instructions for use - the product is intended for external application. Dosage and method of use depend on the condition, the symptoms of which need to be eliminated with a zinc composition:

State	Dosage, method of application
diaper rash	Apply a thin layer 3 to 4 times a day, use in conjunction with baby cream
Herpetic eruptions	The first day after the appearance of rashes, apply every hour, then every 4 hours
Diathesis in a child	Apply 5-6 times a day, washing the affected areas every evening with a decoction of chamomile
chickenpox rash	The product is applied every 3 hours to eliminate itching and inflammation.
	Apply topically to each pimple several times a day
	It should be applied before going to bed on previously cleansed skin; for dry and sensitive skin type, you can mix the product with a nourishing cream
Local skin irritations, skin rash	Use a gauze bandage, on which a small amount of the product should be applied and applied to the damaged area overnight
Haemorrhoids	For the treatment of internal bumps, the agent is applied to a cotton swab, which is inserted into the rectum. External nodes should be lubricated with a thin layer 2-3 times a day

special instructions

Ointment with zinc is for external use only. Do not allow the product to come into contact with the mucous membranes of the eyes or mouth. According to the instructions, applying the drug to purulent acne and wounds is not recommended in order to avoid the growth of harmful bacteria, since the film formed prevents the penetration of oxygen into the tissues, which serves as a favorable environment for pathogenic microorganisms. When used for the treatment of psoriasis, it should be borne in mind that the body quickly gets used to the effects of zinc, so the duration of therapy should not exceed 1 month.

Zinc ointment during pregnancy

Due to the pronounced antiseptic effect and safe composition, zinc based ointment, as stated in the instructions, can be used by women throughout the entire period of pregnancy. The need for its use arises when acne, skin irritations appear at the points of contact of body parts (groin area, armpits). The use of any medication during pregnancy requires prior consultation with your doctor. Before applying the composition, make sure that there is no allergic reaction to its components.

In childhood

The use of Zinc ointment for children is recommended when the first signs of allergies, irritation, inflammation of the skin appear. The drug is suitable for the treatment of childhood dermatitis at any age. According to the instructions, the product is applied before going to bed on a clean, dry surface of the skin. The ointment relieves symptoms that disturb the child, such as itching, burning, a feeling of tightness. The zinc-containing agent is well tolerated by the children's body and rarely causes side effects.

For newborns

When using diapers and diapers, newborns often experience irritation due to the contact of the baby's delicate skin with wet materials. Zinc ointment, according to the instructions, prevents the appearance of diaper rash due to the absorption of excess moisture and the formation of a protective film that prevents the growth of bacteria in a humid environment. To eliminate diaper rash, the product should be applied during each change of diapers or diapers.

drug interaction

The instructions for use do not contain information on how zinc oxide interacts with other medicinal substances, since there are no significant data on the results of laboratory experiments. The simultaneous use of antibiotics or the treatment of affected surfaces with a solution of antibacterial drugs enhance the therapeutic effect of the use of zinc composition.

Side effects

Zinc is well accepted by the body and rarely leads to undesirable effects. The main active substance may cause side effects with prolonged use of the product. The instructions for use describe the following signs in which treatment should be stopped:

skin irritation;
hyperemia (increased blood flow to the area treated with ointment);
the appearance of rashes;
allergy;
itching and burning.

Overdose

Data on cases of overdose of zinc oxide in medical practice are not registered, as stated in the instructions for use of the drug. Symptoms of exceeding the recommended dosage may occur if the agent enters the stomach. Signs of overdose are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. A measure to eliminate these symptoms is the intake of adsorbents, gastric lavage.

Contraindications

According to the instructions, the use of Zinc Ointment is contraindicated in the presence of individual intolerance to the components of the drug and allergies to them. Therapeutic practice shows that resistance to zinc or its intolerance is rare, most patients tolerate treatment with the agent well. To check your body's response to zinc, do a preliminary sensitivity test by treating a small area in the crook of your elbow.

Terms of sale and storage

The drug is dispensed from a pharmacy without a prescription. The properties of the ointment are preserved for 4 years from the date of production, which must be indicated on the package. According to the instructions, the temperature regime for the safety of the drug is from 15 to 25 degrees. It is forbidden to store the medicine in the refrigerator, since the cold adversely affects the properties of zinc.

Analogues

The antiseptic properties of zinc can be enhanced by the introduction of additional substances into the composition of the ointment, such as salicylic acid, zinc undecelinate, etc. Additional components predetermine the therapeutic effect of the agent. Analogues of Zinc ointment for the main active ingredient are:

zinc paste;
diaderm;
Salicylic-zinc ointment;
Zinkundan;
Undecin;
Desitin;
Pasta Lassara.

Price

The cost of the product does not exceed 40 rubles, one jar of 25 mg is enough for a long time. The drug is in great demand due to its availability and high efficiency. Prices for ointment in pharmacies in Moscow are presented in the table:

Volume, mg		Price, rubles

The combined drug "Levomekol" contains chloramphenicol, which performs the function of an antibiotic with a wide spectrum of action. This substance, when taken orally, exhibits high toxicity, therefore it is included in the composition of medicines for external use. The second component is methyluracil, designed to improve tissue trophism and skin regeneration.

"Levomekol" is famous for its antibacterial property, which allows you to destroy most pathogenic microorganisms, preventing them from subsequent reproduction. Levomekol ointment helps to speed up the healing process, stimulate local immunity, rapid healing and regeneration of damaged tissues.

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Indications and contraindications

For the treatment of purulent wounds, Levomekol is used.

Levomekol is prescribed for the treatment of purulent wounds, trophic ulcers, boils and purulent-inflammatory skin diseases. The described ointment is used as part of complex treatment for lichen, burns of the 2nd-3rd degree. A limitation to the use is hypersensitivity to the components of the drug, as well as the period of bearing a child.

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The effectiveness of "Levomekol" with lichen

Lichen is accompanied by severe itching, and patients involuntarily begin to comb the lichen spot, creating scratches and wounds on it. In this case, Levomekol ointment will help to quickly restore the integrity of the skin, which, in addition, will prevent infection and re-infection.

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Instructions for use

Apply "Levomekol" for the treatment of lichen should be after prior consultation with the attending physician and passed the diagnostic examination. Usually the scheme of using the medication is as follows:

Prepare a sterile napkin.
Squeeze medicine from a pea-sized tube.
Rub over the lichen spot and fix with a bandage or plaster.
Change bandages every day.

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Side effects

Before applying the ointment, you need to test for sensitivity.

Levomekol ointment is well tolerated and rarely causes adverse events. Patients noted manifestations of allergic reactions in the form of rashes on the skin. To prevent the development of side symptoms, before using the medication, a sensitivity test should be performed by applying a small amount of ointment to the wrist area. If no reaction followed, you can start using the medication without fear for health.

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Drug analogues

If it is not possible to use the pharmaceutical drug "Levomekol" as an adjuvant for the treatment of lichen, doctors prescribe its analogue. The ointment can be replaced by drugs such as Levomethyl, Levovinizole, Chloramphenicol. It should be understood that each drug, which is an analogue of Levomekol, has its own scheme and application features. Therefore, only a specialized physician should be engaged in the selection of an analogue medication, based on the diagnosis and the degree of damage to the skin.

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Terms of sale and storage

You can buy medicine in every pharmacy and this does not require a doctor's prescription. At the time of use and after, store the ointment out of the reach of children, in a room protected from light, where the temperature does not exceed 20 degrees Celsius. With proper storage of the drug "Levomekol", the shelf life will be 3.5 years.

The composition of the zinc ointment from the fungus and analogues

Zinc ointment for foot fungus and other skin areas is considered the most ancient and most effective method of treatment. To buy the product, you do not need a doctor's prescription, or even his consultation, because the drug is completely safe and can be used, even by women during pregnancy and lactation. The ointment is often used in the treatment of young children, because the drug is well absorbed by the skin and absorbed only in the affected areas, it does not affect healthy skin.

Composition and pharmacological action

Zinc ointment from the fungus consists of such an active substance as zinc oxide, paraffin or petroleum jelly acts as an auxiliary substance. Pharmaceutical companies offer the drug in the form of limenent and paste. The drug is produced in glass jars with a tightly closed nylon lid and in metal tubes of 30 g each. The principle of action of the drug is the same, only the amount of the active ingredient and the consistency of the drug differ. The paste has a thick structure, is used in the last stage of the fungus, and the limenent is in liquid form and can be used for compresses in the early stages, when exudate is separated from ulcers and wounds.

Zinc ointment from nail and skin fungus has an anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and drying effect. The active component of the ointment creates conditions unsuitable for the reproduction and further spread of fungi, respectively, the cells of yeast and dermatophytes die. Ointment for fungus creates a kind of film on the surface of the skin, which prevents environmental factors from adversely affecting the area of inflammation. When used correctly, Zinc Ointment reduces the amount of exudate, relieves itching, burning, redness in the area of infection, and leads to granulation of the wound.

Indications and methods of use

Zinc-based ointment, like any medication, has a list of indications for use. You can use the ointment for foot fungus, candidiasis of the skin and mucous membranes, for mycoses, onchiomycosis, as well as extensive lesions of a yeast infection. The list of indications for the use of this medication also includes:

dermatitis caused by a fungus;
multi-colored lichen;
ulcers;
superficial wounds;
bedsores;
simple herpes;
streptoderma.

Treatment of the skin with fungal ointments is indicated after surgical interventions, as well as in the period of preparation for surgical treatment.

It should be noted that the ointment from the fungus on the legs, arms and other areas of the skin will give an effect only at the initial stage, if used as the main treatment. In the case of extensive skin lesions with a fungal infection, it is necessary to use a more powerful antifungal drug with a fungicidal effect.

Zinc ointment against fungus can be used at any age and in any condition, it has no contraindications, since even with prolonged use it does not cause side effects and is not addictive. The only warning to the cream is personal intolerance to zinc, which may be in the patient. If you are not a hypersensitive person and not allergic, then applying Zinc ointment from skin fungus and nail damage will only have a positive effect.

How to use

The drug is prescribed for external use, it is strictly forbidden to use it for the treatment of fungus of the mucous membranes of the eyes. The medication is applied to previously cleansed skin treated with an antiseptic. Zinc ointment has a white color with a yellow tint, and can leave marks on linen and clothes. After applying the product, wait until it dries completely and blot the excess with a tissue.

It is very important to apply alcohol-containing preparations to the skin before making a compress or applying Zinc ointment, because, as mentioned above, the medication is not able to withstand extensive fungal infections. Antiseptics will reduce the amount of pathogen on the skin, and the remaining amount will eliminate zinc oxide.

The ointment is applied evenly over the area of inflammation three times in essence. In the early stages, you can do compresses at night. The drug is applied to a cotton fabric in a thick layer and tied to the fungal focus of inflammation. Remove the bandage only in the morning. The duration of treatment is usually 2 weeks, but the patient may, at his discretion, stop therapy or prolong it, since there is no negative effect on the skin. As a preventive measure, Zinc ointment is recommended to be applied to areas of the skin that are constantly exposed to rubbing and getting wet.

Analogues of Zinc ointment

Like any requested anti-inflammatory and antiseptic medication, Zinc ointment has a number of analogues. Among them, the best performers were:

Valiskin;
Neo Anuzol;
Desitin;
Sudocrem;
Tsindol.

The above drugs have a similar composition, but differ in the principle of action and a number of contraindications. Please read the instructions before using them. It is possible to store analogues, and Zinc paste, for 3 years, after the expiration date, the application of the medication is unacceptable. From a remedy without contraindications, the ointment will turn into a dangerous substance, which can provoke severe allergies.

Fungal skin lesions can significantly damage a person's nerves if they appear in visible areas of the body. A feature of diseases of fungal etiology is that they can develop into a chronic form if they are not treated in a timely manner. An exacerbation of the infection will occur at the slightest malfunction of the immune system and exposure to adverse environmental factors. As a result, a person will have to constantly put up with swollen and inflamed skin, as well as aesthetically unpleasant peeling of different localization. You should not start the fungus, because it can be eliminated by applying Zinc ointment, which is very cheap and is sold in every pharmacy.

In this article, you will learn what an ointment is, its main types, how to correctly write out a prescription for an ointment in Latin, depending on its type. At the end you will find tests and exercises to consolidate the material. You can read the general rules for issuing a prescription in Latin. Look for extract examples in this article and in our large table -.

Ointment (Unguentum) is a type of medicine, refers to liquid dosage forms. Ointments consist of two parts: the basis (basis) - that is, the medicinal substance, it should be no more than 25% of the entire ointment, and the constitution (constituens), that is, the substances that give the ointment its shape. The constitution is also called the “ointment base”. Ointments are simple and complex. Simple ointments are those ointments in which the constitution and basis contain one substance each (that is, only two substances are part of the ointment), and in complex several substances (more than two). The method of application of ointments is external. Most often, ointments do not have any dosage and are prescribed only in a certain amount. However, in the prescription of a resorptive ointment, the dosage must be indicated. If the ointment is produced in a different percentage, then it must be indicated.

Now many types of ointment are in the pharmacy in finished form. The ointment prescription in this case is written out in an abbreviated form and does not require indications of the dosage and composition. We start the recipe, after Rp. (Recipe - take) from the word Unguenti (can be abbreviated - Ung.) - this is the word "ointment" in the genitive case, singular in Latin (literally: take ointments). Next, we indicate the name of the ointment, for which we fill out the recipe, we write with a capital letter, we take it in quotation marks. After that, we reflect the amount of ointment in grams (up to tenths), fill in sections D. (Da - give out) and S. (Signa - designate). Let's take a closer look at the extract of the ointment recipe using an example.

Let's say we need to write out a ready-made ointment acyclovir 100 g.

In Latin, acyclovir will be - Acyclovir. Acyclovir in the ointment contains 5%, however, we will not indicate the percentage of the active substance and the ointment base, since this ointment exists in finished form and there is no other percentage. Let's start solving the problem.

Rp. : Unguenti "Acyclovir" 100.0
D.S. Apply to affected areas 3 times a day.

Now we have written out a prescription for an ointment with the commercial name “Acyclovir”. Let's now look at how to write out a prescription for an ointment that does not have a commercial name.

Simple ointment recipe

An ointment of a simple type consists of only two substances - the basis and the constitution, as mentioned above. The ointment prescription, if the constitution is petroleum jelly, is written out in an abbreviated form. If the ointment base is different (not Vaseline), it is necessary to write the recipe for the ointment in expanded form.

Abbreviated prescription form

The ointment prescription, if the constitution is petroleum jelly, is written out in an abbreviated form. After Rp (Recipe - take) we indicate the dosage form, in the genitive singular in Latin - in our case it is Unguenti (you can abbreviate - Ung.). Next, we indicate the name of the basis - the active substance, also in the genitive case with a capital letter and indicate its percentage in percent, grams or units (action units), then through the dash we indicate the total weight of the ointment. Then we fill in D. (Da - issue) and S. (Signa - designate).

Rp.: Unguenti Resorcini 2.0 - 20.0
Rp.: Unguenti Furacilini 0.2% - 30.0
Rp.: Unguenti Erythromycini 100,000 IU - 10.0
Rp.: Unguenti Calcii pantotenas 10% - 50.0
D.S. Lubricate the affected areas of the skin.
Rp.: Unguenti Aethazoli 5% - 5.0
D.S. Lay behind the lower eyelid at night.

There are also types of ointments that are official and are ready-made in a pharmacy, but do not have a commercial name. In this case, the ointment prescription must be written in an abbreviated form, without indicating the concentration, since the concentration is indicated in the pharmacopoeia and this ointment does not exist in another concentration. It is necessary to indicate the active substance, the weight of the ointment and fill in D. and S..

Rp.: Unguenti Zinci 20.0
D.S. Apply to the affected areas of the skin.

Extended prescription form

If the ointment base is different (not petroleum jelly), it is necessary to write out a prescription for the ointment in expanded form. After Recipe, we indicate the name of the active substance, since we write out a recipe for a simple ointment, then it will be one. Next, you need to specify its quantity. Further in the same Recipe, from a new line, we write the constitution (ointment base) in the genitive case, with a capital letter and indicate its amount in grams to the total weight of the ointment (we indicate the Latin word ad - to). Next, on a new line, we write Misce fiat Unguentum (abbreviated as M.f. unguentum - mix to make an ointment). Then, as usual, fill in Da and signature (Signa).

Rp.: Neomycini sulfatis O.5
Lanolini ad 50.0
M.f. unguentum
D.S. Lubricate the affected areas of the skin.

Complex ointment recipe

As mentioned above, ointments of complex composition consist of several substances (more than two). It can be several active ingredients or several ointment bases. The recipe for a complex type of ointment is written out in expanded form, similar to the recipe for simple type ointments.

Rp.: Methyluracili 2.5
Furacilini 0.1
Vaseline ad 50.0
M.f. unguentum
D.S. To lubricate the affected areas of the skin.

Recipes for fixing

Write down in the comments recipes for ointments for the following drugs, I will check and answer all your questions. Write out:

Acyclovir ointment recipe - Acyclovir 50 grams. For lubrication of affected areas.
Recipe for ointment ointment on vaseline 40 grams containing 3.0 ichthyol (Ichthyolum). To lubricate the affected areas of the skin.

In order to get rid of diaper rash, it is necessary to cover the damaged surface of the skin with a thin layer of a zinc-based preparation. In this case, it is better to use zinc paste, which has a more pronounced drying effect.

Why do we need salicylic-zinc paste (salicylic-zinc ointment, Lassar paste): application, instructions, price, reviews

The composition of the preparation salicylic-zinc paste (Lassar paste)

Salicylic-zinc paste, often incorrectly called salicylic-zinc ointment, is a combination of zinc paste with salicylic acid. Thus, the preparation contains 25% zinc oxide, 25% starch (zinc paste dry matter), 2% salicylic acid and 48% petrolatum.

The drug has the appearance of a thick white homogeneous mass and is produced in dark glass jars tightly sealed with plastic lids.

Salicylic acid greatly enhances the anti-inflammatory properties of zinc paste. Therefore, salicylic-zinc paste is more effective for skin lesions that occur with a pronounced inflammatory reaction.

Zinc ointment or paste for wrinkles (patient reviews and doctors' explanations)

One can only guess what caused the legend about the rejuvenating effect of zinc ointment and paste - either an unusually wide range of use of drugs, or the presence of zinc in the composition - a really very useful trace element.

However, this legend can harm the appearance of overly gullible women. The fact is that the recipes for using zinc ointment to smooth wrinkles contain the following instructions: you should apply the ointment in a thin layer on the areas of the face where the first wrinkles appear (skin around the eyes, nasolabial triangle).

Zinc ointment dries the skin quite strongly, while good moisturizers are required to fight the first wrinkles. In addition, the skin around the eyes is very delicate, so cosmetologists recommend using only special ointments and creams in this place.