Bepantene ointment and cream - instructions for use and reviews

Bepantene is a popular universal care product for damaged skin, analogue of Panthenol. The action of the drug is aimed at normalizing tissue metabolism, enhancing the processes of regeneration and healing of damaged skin. The drug is produced by the German pharmaceutical giant, Bayer company and contains in its composition safe components, which is widely used for the treatment of adults and children.

The main active ingredient of the drug is dexpanthenol( provitamin B5), whose action is aimed at stimulating the natural healing process. The high efficacy and safety of the drug allows it to be used to treat diaper rash in infants and to deal with damage to the skin during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Let us dwell in more detail on the unique therapeutic properties of the preparation and tell you in what cases it is used.

Action of the drug

Bepanten is a medicinal product for external use, the main task of which is:

1. skin care,
2. normalization of metabolic processes,
3. healing and recovery.

The basis of the drug is dexpanthenol. It is rapidly absorbed when applied to the skin and in the cells of the epithelium is transformed into pantothenic acid( provitamin B5).This acid is a part of coenzyme A and takes part in the synthesis of acetylcholine, regeneration of mucous membranes and skin, normalization of cellular metabolism and strengthening of the strength of collagen fibers.

Provitamin B 5 as a catalyst participates in a variety of biochemical reactions, activating the growth of epidermal cells and promoting tissue healing. Thanks to the increase in cellular metabolism, regeneration processes accelerate, reduce inflammation and repair damaged skin areas.

Thanks to the above properties of the active ingredient, the preparation has a regenerating, moisturizing, anti-inflammatory and healing effect. It can be applied to any areas of the skin and used to treat dying wounds. The product is effective, both for preventing dryness and weathering the skin, and for treating injuries of various kinds. Bepanten acts very gently, so it can be used on the most delicate and unprotected areas( for example, on the face).

When applied to the skin, the drug quickly penetrates deep into the epidermis and turns into pantothenic acid, which binds to albumins and blood plasma globulins. The acid in the body is not metabolized and is excreted in feces and urine unchanged.

Form release, composition

Bepanten is available in the form of a cream, ointment and lotion. There are several types of release forms:

1. Bepanten Cream ( 5%)
2. Bepanten ointment( 5%)
3. Bepanten plus
4. Bepanten lotion( 2.5%)

Bepanten cream and ointment is a homogeneous, homogeneous,, with a slight specific odor. The cream, in contrast to the ointment has a lighter texture. In 1 gram of topical agent is 50 mg of dexpanthenol + excipients. Additional healing components include lanolin and almond oil. The drug is sold in aluminum tubes with a polyethylene spout, 30 and 100 g.

Bepanten lotion is a homogeneous liquid emulsion of milky white with a characteristic specific smell. In 1 gram of lotion contains 25 mg of dexpanthenol + excipients. The lotion is sold in 200 ml vials.

The composition of the cream Bepanten plus, in addition to dexpanthenol, includes chlorhexidine hydrochloride. One gram of the drug contains 50 mg of dexpanthenol + 5 mg of chlorhexidine + excipients. Chlorhexidine additionally has antiseptic and analgesic effect, due to which Bepanten plus is used to protect wound surfaces from infection and prompt healing of lesions. The cream has a light structure, it does not stick, it is easily applied and washed off. It is realized in aluminum tubes with polyethylene spout, 30 g.

Price

In the pharmacy chain all varieties of Bepantin can be bought without a prescription. The average prices for the drug are as follows:

• Bepanten cream ( 30g) - from 350rubles
• Bepanten ointment ( 30g) - from 320 rubles
• Bepanten plus ( 30g) - from 380 rubles
• Bepanten lotion ( 200ml) - from 150 rubles

Analogues of

Bepanten has a number of structural analogs for the active substance. The most popular and often used of them are:

• D-Panthenol
• Dexpanthenol
• Panthenol
• Panoderm
• Depantol

The action of all analogs is also aimed at the early healing of skin with various damages. So, the drug Depanthenol is often used to treat newborn babies with diaper rash and various skin irritations. The drug is effective for minor damage to the skin, it softens and moisturizes the skin.

Ointment Dexpanthenol has a wider range of applications than Bepanten. The drug can be used for serious injuries: abscesses, furuncles, cervical erosion, bullous dermatitis. It well eliminates the inflammatory process, has powerful regenerating properties, which allows using it in the therapy of patients with delayed transplant survival.

Bepantene analogues are cheaper, but each of the drugs, in addition to despanthenol, contains various additional components that are able to narrow the field of application or have undesirable side effects. Therefore, it is not recommended to select analogs independently, this should be done by the attending physician, taking into account all contraindications and individual characteristics of the patient.

Indications for use

1. Bepantene cream and ointment are used in children and adults for rapid healing of light lesions of the skin( abrasions, scratches, cracks).Widely used to treat sun, heat and chemical burns, removing redness and irritation of inflamed skin.
2. Bepanten is popular with young parents as a means for regular skin care for a newborn. It is used for the prevention and treatment of diaper rash, diaper dermatitis and other inflammatory processes.
3. During breastfeeding, women use a drug to care for the breasts. Bepanten helps to quickly heal painful nipple cracks and eliminate their irritation and dryness.
4. Cream and ointment is used for daily care and treatment of dry skin, as protection of the skin from cold or intense ultraviolet radiation. The drug helps in the care of excessively sensitive skin, has a positive effect in chronic skin diseases, copes well with the elimination of the effects of acne.
5. Pantothenic acid has a pronounced moisturizing effect, this property allows using the drug in cosmetology to eliminate skin peeling. As you know, many drugs used to treat acne, excessively dry the skin. Therefore, the use of Bepanthen is justified in such cases, since the drug effectively moisturizes and softens the skin. In addition, the beautician can prescribe a medication to relieve irritation and inflammation of the skin after chemical peeling.
6. Bepanten is used for softening skin symptoms resulting from allergic reactions, it can be used in children with diathesis, insect bites, cuts and scratches, as an emollient for the skin after water procedures. Ointment and cream women use to prevent and eliminate stretch marks that appear after pregnancy and childbirth. When caring for a baby, the medication is used to treat the perineum and inguinal folds after changing the diaper. In addition, Bepanten is used in gynecological and proctologic practice in such pathologies as erosion of the cervix or anal fissures.
7. The scope of the drug is quite extensive, it is used for the early healing of postoperative wounds, with skin care after transplantation, for the treatment of chronic non-healing ulcers and bedsores in severe patients. For these purposes, Bepanten plus is better suited, which additionally has an antiseptic effect and prevents infection of the affected surfaces. In addition, the preparation has antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory action, improves tissue regeneration, these properties allow using Bapanten plus for the treatment of postoperative wounds.
8. Bepanten Lotion is used for skin care after water treatments and solar irradiation. It helps to eliminate irritation, dryness and redness of the skin. Lotion is effective in eliminating damage to the epidermis, resulting from light therapy or intensive exposure to ultraviolet rays.

Instructions for use Bepantene

The drug is used to treat damaged skin areas. You can choose a different form of the drug depending on the problem. Many patients prefer to use Bepanten in the form of a cream. It has a lighter structure than the ointment and is absorbed more quickly. But in some cases, experts recommend using ointment, since its effect will be more effective. It should be remembered that when treating the problem skin, the ointment is able to penetrate the skin to the greatest depth, while the cream acts more superficially.

Cream or ointment applied to the affected skin 1-2 times a day, lightly rubbing until completely absorbed. When taking care of infants, the drug should be applied after each diaper or diaper change to clean, dry skin. In addition, the medication is effective with other dermatological problems in infants and older children. It is used to treat dermatitis of various etiologies and diatheses.

During lactation, the medication is used to lubricate the nipples after each feeding in the presence of irritations or cracks. Many young mothers are interested in washing Bepanten before feeding? Experts say that it is not necessary to do this, as the drug is completely safe and does not adversely affect the health and well-being of the baby.

For the treatment of anal fissures or erosion of the cervix, the drug is applied to a cotton swab and injected inside. Bepanten plus is applied to the treatment of open wounds( including postoperative) and other serious lesions of the skin( bedsores, erosion).The drug is applied to the wound surface in an open manner, or with the use of a dressing. For the treatment of wet wounds it is recommended to use a cream, Bepantin in ointment form should not be applied when wet.

Duration of treatment Bepantene is determined by the physician on an individual basis and depends on the severity of the lesion and the general condition of the patient. The specialist will choose the most suitable form of the drug( ointment or cream) and recommend how to apply them in this or that case. Timely and regular use of the cream quickly allows you to achieve positive results.

Bepanten in pregnancy

During pregnancy, every woman should be very careful about the choice of medicines and cosmetics. The main criterion of choice is the safety of the medication and the absence of negative effects on the child's future. In this respect, Bepanten is absolutely safe. It can be used to treat problem skin in pregnant women and newborns. The drug is recommended for use during breastfeeding. It will prevent the appearance of irritation and cracks on the nipples and protect the woman from infection and the development of such a serious complication, as mastitis.

Many women use Bepanten as an effective remedy against stretch marks. During pregnancy, the skin on the abdomen and hips stretches and loses elasticity and elasticity. The result of these changes are stretch marks, which are reminiscent of scars due to appearance and structure. Bepanten helps prevent unwanted changes by maintaining and maintaining the turgor of the skin.

Contraindications

Bepanten has virtually no contraindications. The only restriction to use is hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.

Side effects of

Bepanten is effective and safe, many positive reviews confirm it. Its use rarely causes side effects in the form of an allergic reaction, manifested by urticaria and skin itching.

If these symptoms occur, the use of Bepantin should be discontinued and seek medical advice.

Special instructions

The product is intended for external use only. When using the product, avoid contact with eyes.

Before starting treatment of deep, extensive, highly contaminated wounds, a doctor's consultation is required. With such damage, the risk of infection or development of tetanus is great.

If treatment with the drug does not give results, the wound does not decrease and does not heal within 14 days, specialist consultation is necessary. In such cases, one should be aware of the danger of sepsis and when there are dysfunctional symptoms( congestion and swelling of the skin, severe pain in the wound and development of a febrile condition), it is necessary to urgently seek medical help.

In general, the use of the drug quickly allows you to achieve a positive effect and improve the skin condition. This is evidenced by numerous positive reviews of patients.

Feedback on the application of Bepanten

Review No. 1

I heard a lot of good things about Bepantene, but she did not use it until she had a baby. The birth went well, the daughter appeared. But even in the hospital I had problems with feeding. The child took the breast badly, sucked in sleep, as a result, the nipples turned red, became painful and dry.

The doctor advised to treat them with antiseptic each time before feeding, and in order to prevent dryness and cracks - use Bepanten cream. He assured that the drug is safe for the child and it can be safely used in lactation. I was heard from other women, to what serious complications are cracks in the nipples, through which infection can enter the mammary gland and develop mastitis.

I bought a cream in the pharmacy, the price is not cheap, but it was enough for me for a long time. I worked on my nipples after each feeding and soon everything went back to normal, for a few days the redness and irritation disappeared, the feeding became less painful. A good tool, and most importantly - safe.

Svetlana, St. Petersburg

Review No. 2

I often use Bepanten, it helps well with sunburn, soothes and softens irritated skin. Recently did face peeling in the beauty salon, after which the skin was a small chemical burn. The cosmetologist advised to use Bepanten cream.

So even in this case he helped me. At the dacha, this drug is used to treat the skin that has suffered from insect bites. It helps, not only adults, but also a little niece. The cream does not cause any side effects, quickly absorbed, it has a light, pleasant structure. Impressions from the drug are the most positive.

Marina, Krasnodar

Review No. 3

I tried to use Bapanten to treat the effects of acne. My friend advised, she said she was good at helping and quickly removes all traces of acne. But on the second day of use I began to notice that the skin began to itch and itch, blushed and inflamed.

It turned out that I have an allergy to this drug. So, I advise you to approach the use of the cream with caution, there may be unpleasant consequences. To me this preparation has not approached or suited.

Oksana, Moscow