Bepanthen plus ointment. Price, instructions for use, cheap analogs, reviews

Bepanten plus is a medical ointmentused in the treatment of skin lesions. The tool has the most positive reviews and an acceptable cost.

Forms of release and composition of the drug

This drug is made in the form of an ointment for external use. The active substances of the drug are 2 components - dexpanthenol and chlorhexidine.

Additional composition:

• 5 mg Pantolactone;
• 36 mg of monohydric fatty alcohol (citel alcohol);
• 24 mg stearyl alcohol;
• 0.1 g of soft white paraffin;
• 30 mg lanolin;
• 0.1 g of liquid paraffin;
• 30 mg of ethylene glycol polymer;
• filtered water.

The drug is contained in an oblong plastic tube and packed in a cardboard container.

Pharmacological properties

Bepanten plus is an ointment (the price of the drug, according to many patients, is too high), which belongs to the category of regenerating, antiseptic and anesthetic agents for local use. It has a pronounced anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

One of the main substances (chlohexidine) belongs to the group of antiseptic components that are highly active against most gram-positive pathogenic microflora. In relation to gram-negative flora, the component has a lesser effect.

Some types of pseudomonads and proteas are resistant to the action of the main substance. Chlorhexidine also exhibits low antifungal activity and has no effect on viral infections.

The second active element (dexpanthenol) is rapidly converted to pantothenic acid, which takes direct participation in the processes of regeneration and formation of damaged tissues in the skin area covers.

The agent exhibits a moderate cooling effect, which leads to the elimination of pain and the removal of inflammation at the sites of damage. Local use of the ointment leads to the restoration of damaged tissues and prevents the occurrence of infectious processes.

The active metabolite of dexpanthenol (pantothenic acid) interacts with proteins, mainly albumin and beta-globulin. The second active ingredient (chlorhexidine) is absorbed into the skin to a small extent.

Pantothenic acid is excreted unchanged. When administered orally, about 70% leaves the body through the renal system, the rest is excreted from the body along with feces.

Chlorhexidine, when used orally, is practically not absorbed and excreted from the body in unchanged form along with feces.

The cream has a uniform consistency and does not stick to the hands.

Indications for use

The medicine is widely used in the treatment of skin disorders caused by various negative factors.

Indications:

• preventive and therapeutic treatment of wound surfaces in order to prevent the development of infectious pathologies - abrasions, open wounds, cuts, scratches, cracks, mild burn conditions
• treatment of infectious lesions of wound surfaces;
• caring for the area around the nipples while breastfeeding;
• antiseptic treatment of non-healing wound surfaces, including trophic damage to the legs;
• the formation of bedsores;
• wound surfaces due to surgical interventions.

The ointment can be used as an adjunct treatment for injuries and wounds.

Contraindications

Bepanten plus is an ointment, the price of which is on par with many analogues. It has some restrictions on its use associated with the action of the active ingredients.

Contraindications:

• therapy of injuries and wounds in the area of ​​the auricles;
• severe condition of wound surfaces;
• extensive damage;
• the presence of contamination in places of damage;
• individual intolerance to the components that make up the cream.

Before using liniment, you should make sure that there are no or any contraindications. For this, it is recommended that you consult with a treating dermatologist.

At what age can the drug be used?

This tool has no age restrictions. However, when prescribing an ointment in childhood (newborns), constant monitoring of the child's condition by the treating dermatologist is necessary.

Instructions for use, dosage

This product is intended for external use.

Liniment should be applied to previously cleansed skin at least 1-2 times a day. The exact number of applications should be checked with a dermatologist. The agent is applied in a thin layer to the affected area (wounds or inflammatory processes).

It is allowed to use the medication as a means for creating an occlusive dressing. The duration of the course is determined by the dermatologist in each case separately.

Side effects

In most cases, the agent is well tolerated by all patients and does not cause negative effects. However, in some cases, the development of undesirable reactions is possible, the development of which is associated with the tolerance of the active composition.

Side effects:

• contact form of dermatitis;
• allergic dermatitis;
• itchy signs;
• the formation of erythema;
• eczema lesion;
• signs of irritation;
• anaphylactic reactions.

In the event of adverse reactions, including unreported cases, it is necessary to cancel the further use of the ointment and consult a treating dermatologist. In severe cases, it is possible to completely cancel the drug and carry out symptomatic treatment.

Overdose

The agent is well tolerated by all groups of patients, even in high doses, since it is not toxic. Cases of overdose symptoms are not known at the moment.

If the dose of chlorhexidine is exceeded, an increase in the concentration of aminotransferase is possible. Accidental use of the cream inside does not lead to negative symptoms, since the drug does not have systemic absorption. If necessary, symptomatic therapy is carried out.

special instructions

Bepanten plus is intended for external use only. The price of the ointment does not affect its therapeutic effect and effectiveness.

The tool can be used while carrying or feeding a baby. However, you should avoid using the ointment on large surfaces. The cream is allowed to be used in the elderly. In this case, no adjustment of the daily dosage is required.

When using the medication, avoid contact with eyes, ears or mucous membranes. Otherwise, negative (allergic) reactions may occur.

With frequent use of liniment, signs of irritation may develop - rashes, itching, hyperemia. It is necessary to avoid the use of medication in the area of ​​wound surfaces that are not prone to infection (sunburn).

Extensive or deep lesions, the presence of a large amount of contamination, as well as puncture wounds require the mandatory intervention of specialists, since the likelihood of developing tetanus is high.

In the absence of a therapeutic effect (the size of the lesions does not decrease), it is necessary to seek the advice of a treating dermatologist. With the development of hyperemia in the area of ​​the edge of the wound surface, as well as with the formation of swelling in the area of ​​the wound during the period of using the product, you should consult a dermatologist.

Specialist consultation is also required in case of pain or fever during the period of application of the ointment.

The drug does not have a depressing effect on the psyche and visual functions of a person, therefore, during the period using the cream, it is allowed to drive a vehicle or carry out work requiring high psychomotor reactions.

Drug interactions

The drug, when combined with other medicines, can lead to the development of drug interactions.

The simultaneous use of the ointment with other topical antiseptics should be avoided. This combination can lead to inactivation of both drugs.

It is forbidden to use simultaneously chlorhexidine with soap or other anionic substances.

When using other medications during the period of prescribing the drug, you must inform the treating dermatologist in advance.

Analogs

Bepanten plus is an ointment (the price of a substitute may differ significantly from the original product), which in some cases can lead to allergic reactions. With the development of such manifestations, it is recommended to replace the drug with another similar drug.

Analogs:

• D-Panthenol. This drug is manufactured in Croatia, Hungary and Russia. The produced form of the medicinal product is an ointment for external use. Its active substance is dexpanthenol. The drug has high dermatoprotective properties and is used for violations of the integrity of the skin caused by various influences - chemical, thermal, mechanical. The drug is also effective against inflammatory processes on the skin, with the formation of cracks (in the nipple area) and with a negative effect on the skin caused by the influence of the external environment Wednesday. The ointment can be used as a daily care for problem (dry) skin. A contraindication is intolerance to the components that are part of the ointment. It is recommended to apply the product 2 to 4 times per day. If there is an infection, it is recommended to pre-treat the wound with an antiseptic solution. The duration of therapy is until complete healing. Pharmacy sales conditions - without prescription. The cost of the drug in regional and regional pharmacies ranges from 155 to 585 rubles.
• Pantoderm plus. This medicine is produced by a domestic pharmaceutical company in the form of a 5% ointment for external use. The active ingredient of the drug is dexpanthenol. The ointment exhibits high anti-inflammatory, regenerating and metabolic properties. It is prescribed in the presence of wound surfaces, burn conditions, dermatitis, bedsores, as well as in the event of other damage to the skin. It is also used as a prophylaxis and treatment for nipple cracks and in childcare. Often, the ointment is prescribed in the postoperative period for the regeneration of poorly healing wounds. The limitation to the use of liniment is the individual intolerance to the composition. As a treatment, the agent is applied to the damaged area several times a day. Duration of the course - until the wound surface is completely healed or according to the indications of the treating dermatologist. Terms of sale of the medication - without a prescription. The cost of a medicine in regional pharmacies ranges from 189 to 249 rubles.
• Dexpanthenol. This medicinal product is manufactured by a Russian manufacturer of medicinal products in the form of an ointment for external use. The active substance of the agent is the component of the same name (dexpanthenol), which has high regenerating properties with a moderately weak anti-inflammatory effect. Indications for using the cream: any violations of the integrity of the skin caused by various types of influences, inflammatory diseases on the skin, prevention and treatment of the consequences of the influence of negative environmental factors Wednesday. The drug is also prescribed as a caring agent for children and women. The ointment can be used by patients with a tendency to dry skin. The medication must be applied to damaged areas from 2 to 4 times a day. The duration of the course is according to the recommendations of a dermatologist. A contraindication is intolerance to the active ingredients (allergy). Conditions for dispensing the ointment through the pharmacy network - without a prescription. The cost of the cream in state and commercial pharmacies ranges from 60 to 498 rubles.
• Bepanten. This drug is produced at a Russian pharmaceutical plant in the form of an ointment for external use. The active component of the drug is dexpanthenol. The medicine exhibits high regenerating and anti-inflammatory properties. Indications for the appointment of the drug: various injuries on the skin (including burn injuries), the presence of dermatitis, negative the influence of external factors on the skin, inflammatory processes on the skin, prevention of the treatment of excessive dryness, care nipples. Also, the drug can be prescribed as a prophylaxis for the development of pressure ulcers and diaper rash in children. Dosage regimen: apply the product to the damaged areas 1-2 times a day. Duration of therapy - until all symptoms are completely eliminated or as recommended by a specialist. A contraindication to the use of a medication is hypersensitivity to its composition. Terms of sale of the ointment - without a prescription. Prices for funds in pharmacies in Moscow and the Moscow region start at 450 rubles. per packing.

Bepanten plus is an ointment (the price of the drug is not a criterion for selecting an analogue), which should be replaced with a similar medication only after prior consultation with a dermatologist.

The choice of a similar drug is based on the tolerance of the active composition, as well as the severity of the wound surface.

Terms, conditions of sale and storage

• The medicine should be stored in a dry, clean place at temperatures up to 25 ⁰C.
• The shelf life of the drug is 3 years from the date of manufacture.
• It is forbidden to use the ointment after the expiry date of the expiration date on the packaging.
• The product is dispensed without a prescription.

Price

The prices for the product may slightly differ from each other depending on the region of sale and the retail pharmacy network. You can buy the ointment at any commercial or government pharmacy.

Region / region	Dosage	Price
Moscow, Moscow region	Cream, 30 g	375-1000 rub.
St. Petersburg	Cream, 100 g	RUB 377-1619
Saint Petersburg (suburbs)	Cream, 30 g	RUB 415-875
Leningrad region	Cream, 30 g	RUB 424-930
Novgorod region	Cream, 100 g	RUB 436-1542

Before using the ointment, you should carefully read the instructions for use of Bepanten plus and consult a dermatologist or pharmacist. Additionally, it is recommended to study the reviews of patients who have used the drug in the treatment of various skin lesions. You can find out the exact cost of the product at the pharmacy located at the place of residence.

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