Calendula ointment. From what helps healing properties, instructions for use, the composition of the homeopathic remedy

Plant calendula, also called medicinal marigold, is very popular because of its valuable medicinal properties. Ointment derived from marigold flowers, has a wide range of actions. Learn from what makes this tool, you can examine its generous structure.

Ointment "Marigold"

Ointment "Calendula" holds 10% tincture of calendula, petrolatum and water. The use of the ointment is the biological components of wild flower.

As part of marigold flowers contain:

• oil components;
• carotene;
• organic acids;
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• tanning agents;
• saponins;
• stearin;
• flavonoids;
• salicylic acid;
• bitter compound;
• triterpenoids;
• coumarins;
• trace elements;
• slime.

production form

Ointment "Marigold" (from what helps can be found later in this article) is available for sale in containers made of metal and glass, or containers of 20-40 g

Agent is a dough yellowish. Release form in the consistency of the ointment is comfortable and easy to use.

pharmachologic effect

According to its pharmacological functions of this ointment relates to wound-healing agents. It antivovospalitelny drug of biological origin, which is available without prescription. Ointment is used in various dermatological problems.

Pharmacodynamics and Pharmacokinetics

Pharmacodynamics ointment "Calendula" is based on the reaction activity of plant substances. Volatile (tannins, coumarins, essential oils) facilitate activation of important physiological processes in the human body, improving the immune system and increasing the protective function.

These reactive substances inhibit the growth of unwanted bacteria and fungal microorganisms. Carotenoids have tightening ability and accelerate epithelization of the damaged tissue, helps in the treatment of burns, frostbite and wounds, have high antioxidant effect.

Flavonoids characterized kapillyaroukreplyayuschim, spasmolytic and hemostatic action. Saponins exhibit fungicidal and anti-inflammatory activity. Salicylic acid promotes skin exfoliation and relieves pain. The ointment also has a reparative manifested weakly irritating properties.

Since the product is intended for topical application, the active ingredients penetrate into the deeper layers of the epithelium within two hours after use. Active ingredients are rapidly excreted and does not accumulate in the body.

From what helps in cosmetology?

Ointment "Marigold" (from what helps and what use will be described hereinafter) is widely used in cosmetic purposes. It means combined with any type of skin.

The main functions of the ointment:

• narrowing of pores;
• healing of microcracks;
• protection from irritation;
• Removing the redness;
• reduction of pigmentation and rosacea;
• hydration;
• smoothing wrinkles;
• UV protection;
  
• reduce inflammation.

The preparation is characterized by antiseptic and bactericidal action. Calendula is often used to get rid of pimples and blackheads on the face. The active ingredients are normalized effect of the sebaceous glands, reducing the pores and preventing further spread of infection. To soften the skin heel cracks and getting rid of the ointment is applied thickly and left overnight.

To protect the skin on hot days or severe frost, the ointment is applied a thin layer on the face. Means forms an invisible membrane that protects the skin from harmful natural influences.

Varicose grid vascular diseases and medical properties of calendula help improve circulation and improve overall skin tone and eliminate pain. It also reduces the swelling and the skin becomes more elastic.

Ointment "Marigold" is very good in the treatment of atopic dermatitis. Means applied on reddened skin, without affecting healthy parts. Perhaps bandaging. Reparative and antiseptic effect of reducing the number of lesions, relieving dryness and irritation. Ointment analgesic and stops the progression of the disease.

Indications for use in gynecology

In the field of gynecology "Calendula" ointment is indicated for removal of cracks in the skin of the nipples in lactating women. The use of ointments reduces pain and tightens damage. Activates blood circulation, strengthen the microvascular. This reduces the probability of developing breast inflammation.

Immediately before feeding the baby's skin surface should be cleaned from residuals.

An ointment may also be applied topically in inflammatory processes in the genital area and itching. When cracks anal swab soaked with ointment and is inserted inside the overnight period. For treatment of douching solution is prepared from broth or calendula tincture. If vaginal dryness during menopause also helps swab of ointment of calendula.

Thanks to its soothing and desensitizing properties of the drug reduces irritation and eliminates pain. Throughout the week, you can achieve a therapeutic effect on the application of ointment.

Indications for skin injuries

The main areas of application of ointment "Marigold" - wounds, abrasions, burns and trauma of various origins. With daily application means accelerates recovery process self-regeneration and epithelial tissues. Film is formed, the wound crust softens and warning cracking.

Ointment prevents the growth of bacteria in the damaged and eliminates the possibility of infection. wound tenderness decreases and scarring is more intense. When burned skin and frostbite, trophic ulcers ointment is applied under an occlusive dressing.

Ointment "Marigold", in addition to the above cases, helps to:

• bruises and hematomas;
• skin irritations from depilation;
• rash;
• dermatitis;
• dry skin;
• eczema;
• insect bites;
• Herpes.

From what else helps ointment of marigold flowers can be found in popular recipes and reviews of people.

Contraindications

Ointment "Marigold" (from what helps during pregnancy can be found below) is a herbal preparation, virtually no contraindications.

But nevertheless desirable to use an ointment to people who are marked:

• idiosyncrasy components;
• hay fever (allergic to plants);
• increased sensitivity of the skin;
• chronic airway disease.

Children under 3 years of age to apply ointment should be very carefully, in small amounts. Nursing and pregnant women should consult with your doctor about the safety of the use of funds.

To ensure no allergic reaction to the ointment "Calendula" should apply a small amount of drug on the wrist and to monitor the condition of the skin for 12 hours. If no redness, itching, irritation, ointment can be used. In situations where, after a 4-day application means no improvement is observed, it is necessary to cancel this treatment.

Instructions for use for adults

Ointment "Calendula" is designed only for external use. Acceptable application up to three times per day on a dry, degreased surface of the skin. When festering wounds before they apply the ointment, it is necessary to remove the pus. Means superimposed light rubbing movements on the damaged area, if necessary - to the surrounding area.

Given the circumstances can be applied occlusive dressing which enhances penetration means, and restricts the access of air. Time wearing bandages - 3-8 hours.

As a rule, the duration of treatment with ointment "Marigold" is 1 week, in more severe cases - no more than 2 weeks. For the treatment of acne ointment applied in a thin layer on a dry clean face. When fissures in heels agent is combined with vitamin A and spread on the affected area. From above it is desirable to put gauze and stretch cotton socks.

On the burned skin superimposed sterile bandage with ointment and adhesive pad. If anal fissures gauze impregnated with drug and entered inside. Until this is done klizmirovanie.

For the treatment of varicose veins should:

1. Clear skin.
2. Apply a 2 mm layer of ointment.
3. Apply the top parchment.
4. Cover with gauze.

Ulcers healing compresses are applied on the body. Before ointment "Marigold" affected area is treated with zinc ointment.

For children

Although the preparation instructions specified limit for children, pediatricians often prescribe an ointment "Marigold" their patients. The main thing is that the child was not allergic to this plant. Means a good account in the treatment of diaper rash in infants.

Also ointment quickly helps with prickly heat, atopic dermatitis, various skin irritations. Sensitive children's skin often suffers from natural influences, so a thin layer of ointment enhances its protective function.

Homeopathic remedy for pregnancy

As the ointment is applied externally only, and does not accumulate in the body, the use of maternity virtually harmless. Nevertheless, treatment of women in the position should be under constant medical supervision.

Drug may be applied to small areas of the skin, not to exceed the dose and duration of treatment. After birth, it should also be very careful to use the ointment, excluding its contact with mucous membranes.

Side effects

Side effects with the use of "Marigold" ointments are extremely rare and are most commonly associated with personal intolerance to components.

The negative effect of the drug may manifest itself in the form:

• rash;
• itching;
• skin irritation;
• hives;
• swelling.

It should guard against penetration from calendula ointment on the mucous membrane of the mouth, nose, eyes.

If the means of getting inside, there may be such a reaction of the body:

• nausea;
• stomach discomfort;
• sense of bitterness in the mouth;
• vomiting.

In such a case should proceed in the same way as in case of poisoning: gastric lavage, take antacid.

Overdose

To date, it was not a single incident ointment "Marigold" overdose. The negative effect can be observed only in people prone to allergies. In order to avoid negative effects should follow the dosage and timing of drug administration.

Interaction

Since "Calendula" ointment is used only externally, it practically does not interact with other medicines taken without disturbing their pharmacodynamics. It is worth knowing that the contra-simultaneous deposition of various ointments, creams or other therapeutic agents with the ointment of calendula. It is necessary to use means alone a few hours later.

This medicine does not exercise influence on the reaction rate during the conduct of transport or control of mechanical systems.

It is proved that the use of nicotine adversely affects the efficiency of the means of action. It is important to remember that you can not avoid getting the ointment in the eyes or on mucous membrane of the mouth or nose. After application of the ointment should be well wash their hands with detergents.

Price ointments in the drugstores of Moscow, St. Petersburg, regions

Region	The average price in rubles
Ointment "Marigold"	Homeopathic ointment "Marigold"
Moscow	30	85
St. Petersburg	32	78,50
Astrakhan	23,50	79
Altai	25,30	75,5
Belgorod	35,40	90
Volgograd	47,10	85,60
Irkutsk	20	68
Kaliningrad	43,40	81,70
Kursk	32	89
Murmansk	45	94
Orenburg	23,60	89,20
Penza	33	94
Rostov-on-Don	40	74,30
Saratov	25	86
Kazan	30,90	94,20
Tomsk	24	88
Chelyabinsk	45	101,40

analogues of funds

Ointment "Marigold" (from what helps in the field of cosmetology, you can read above) has analogues, similar in anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

They are as follows:

• solkoseril;
• Ihtiolovaya ointment;
• panthenol;
• Sandthorn ointment;
• Bepanten;
• Methyluracilum;
• Boro Plus;
• Kotraktubeks.

ointment SolkoserilBased on deproteinized dialysate contained in bovine blood, is widely used to treat burns. Means activates the production of collagen, promotes the regeneration of the epithelium. It also helps in case of cuts, bruises, frostbite.

ihtiolovaya ointment (Active substance - ihtammol) is shown in various inflammatory processes, burns and eczema. The drug is well relieves inflammation and itching. panthenol - multifunction drugs prescribed for dermatitis, wounds and fractures. Dexpanthenol in the composition accelerates cell growth, provides antiseptic and anti-inflammatory action.

Sandthorn ointmentContaining plant extract, promotes healing of burns, bedsores, dermatitis, hemorrhoids. The drug increases the protective properties of the skin, eliminating inflammation. Bepanten is similar in its effect to panthenol, and has antiseptic and regenerative effect. The means is primarily used for healing various skin damage.

Methyluracilum commonly known as diaper rash ointment. In addition, the tool helps burns and dermatitis. Characterized anabolic and anti-catabolic actions. Cream Boro Plus - a universal remedy for the treatment of acne, cracks, herpes, skin irritation. A plurality of vegetable components have fungicidal, emollient, regenerating effect.

Kontraktubeks contains onion extract, allantoin and heparin sodium. These substances possess antiproliferative, antiinflammatory and softening actions. The preparation is used for the treatment of scars, burns and injuries epithelial tissues.

Reviews of the effectiveness of

The drug is "Marigold" ointment - a proven versatile tool that has a lot of positive feedback. Doctors often recommend this ointment infants who appear diaper rash on the skin or atopic dermatitis. Parents who try this drug, argued that irritation disappear within a few days, and children's skin becomes as soft and silky.

Women and girls are in the majority "Calendula" ointment used options for the treatment and healing of cracks on the lips and skin of the hands in the winter, as well as to mitigate the skin of the feet.

All those who took advantage of this magic bullet, note its unique ability to regenerate the skin and make it supple and hydrated.

Young people are suffering because of a problem skin, are saved in the application of "Marigold" ointment, as it perfectly removes inflammation, without drying the skin. As minus some say extreme fat ointment, but this is due to the fact that it is based on petrolatum.

Medicament of marigold flowers has unique properties and a wide range of applications in different fields of medicine. From what helps the ointment "Marigold" can be found in the instructions to the funds available laid down in this article.

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