Bepanten ointment is a medicine intended for external use. It is based on the active substance dexpanthenol, which, upon entering the body, instantly turns into panthenolic acid, which can not only form the skin, but also heal various damage to it. Available in the form of an aluminum tube containing 3.5, 30 and 100 g of the drug.
Registration certificate: P N013984/01
Trade name of the drug: Bepanten®
International nonproprietary name: dexpanthenol
Dosage form: ointment for external use
Photo of Bepanten ointment showing the composition
Mechanism of action of the drug
The main active medicinal component of Bepanthen is dexpanthenol. After application, dexpanthenol penetrates the cells of the epidermis, is converted into pantothenic acid and combines with endogenous (own skin cells), which begin to be produced in the body at the time of injury. As a result, the regeneration of damaged cells is enhanced, metabolic reactions are enhanced and collagen fibers are strengthened.
The therapeutic effect of bepanten is associated not only with dexpanthenol, but also with the medicinal properties of excipients:
- Almond oil moisturizes the skin and retains moisture.
- Beeswax prevents the penetration of infectious pathogens, reduces inflammatory processes, and enhances tissue healing.
- Liquid paraffin improves blood circulation at the site of application of the drug.
- Lanolin and cetyl alcohol create a protective film.
Thus, Bepanten accelerates the healing of the skin, prevents secondary infection, and shortens the period of tissue restoration. Any of the dosage forms of the drug relieves irritation, moisturizes the dermis, reduces burning and pain.
Timely use of Bepanten for burns, cuts and wounds reduces the likelihood of scar tissue formation. Moreover, the drug helps not only against thermal burns with boiling water or steam, but also against chemical and sunburn, skin irritation after phototherapy.
Composition and release form
The drug contains many unique components. They are selected in such a way that the medicine can be used on any part of the body without any negative consequences. Bepanten in any form is always used externally. Regardless of the purchased variety of Bepanten, the main active ingredient in it is always dexpanthenol .
There are three forms of the drug:
- Lotion;
- Ointment;
- Cream.
The first option contains a reduced amount of active substance. Therefore, it is most often used to prevent skin problems. And ointment and cream can also be used directly for treatment. The composition of the product, as well as its price, depends on the form. The most popular type of drug is cream. It is in this form that it is most convenient to use. This product has a pleasant consistency, is easy to apply and is quickly absorbed.
As for the composition of the medicine, it also depends on the chosen form. In addition to dexpanthenol (stimulating the formation of vitamin A molecules, which quickly restores skin cells), the cream also contains additional auxiliary substances in different concentrations. For example, lanolin and almond oil. They help moisturize the skin and promote rapid healing. In addition, they have anti-inflammatory properties, gently care for problem areas of the skin and accelerate its recovery.
contains cetyl and stearic alcohol, liquid paraffin, white beeswax , distilled water and some other essential components. Some buyers note in their reviews that they would like to see a lower price for the drug. But with such a unique natural composition, it simply cannot be minimal.
In modern pharmacies you can also find Bepanten plus cream . Its composition turned out to be somewhat expanded. In addition to all the main components, it also contains chlorhexidine, which disinfects, cools and reduces pain in problem areas.
Soon after application, the drug begins to nourish and moisturize the skin , and also actively fight the smallest damage. For example, under its influence, even the deepest neglected cracks heal quickly and painlessly. As noted above, once it reaches certain layers of the epidermis, the main active ingredient of the drug is transformed into pantothenic acid, which helps restore the skin.
All components of the cream are absorbed as quickly as possible, which means they begin to act. Therefore, the patient may feel relief when using the product for the first time. Provitamin B5 after transformation is able to have a beneficial effect on the mucous membranes. It strengthens collagen fibers in cells, activates and normalizes their metabolism , and, in addition, mitosis. The breakdown products of the drug do not cause any harm to the patient’s body, as they are quickly eliminated from it naturally.
Dosage forms
Bepanten is a medicine available in several forms. Dosage forms of the drug:
- Ointment 5%. The color is from white to yellowish, the structure is dense, oily. After application to the skin it forms a film. The ointment has a prolonged action, easily penetrates deep into the dermis and enters the systemic bloodstream.
- Cream 5%. It has a delicate texture and is white in color. It does not penetrate into the deep layers of the skin, and therefore does not enter the general bloodstream. After absorption, the cream well moisturizes and cools injured skin areas.
- Lotion. It is a delicate emulsion with a milky white or slightly yellowish tint. The lotion cools and relieves pain on burned areas of the body.
Another form of medication is also available - Bepanten Plus Spray. In addition to dexpanthenol, the composition includes chlorhexidine, an antiseptic. The use of a spray protects damaged skin from pathogenic microorganisms. Spraying an aerosol is especially convenient for extensive burns, since this method of applying the medicine ensures that a large area of the body is treated at once.
Instructions for use
Any of the dosage forms of Bepanten can be used starting from birth. The drug does not contain preservatives or fragrances and does not cause skin irritation. It is usually enough to lubricate the affected areas of the body twice a day, but if necessary, the drug can be applied more often.
Cream, lotion and ointment are not always used for the same injuries. To enhance the effectiveness of the drug, you need to know the nuances of its use.
Rules for treating burns
You can apply Bepanten to a burn yourself without consulting a doctor, but only if we are talking about 1-2 degree injuries.
Deeper chemical or thermal damage to the skin is treated comprehensively, and Bepanten in such situations is more often used at the stage of epidermal regeneration.
First and second degree burns are not difficult to recognize. Skin redness, burning and moderate pain indicate stage 1 damage. With a second-degree burn, blisters form at the site of the reddened skin - one or several at once.
If you decide to use Bepanten when you get a burn, then you need to follow several instructions:
- Stop exposure to the damaging factor on the body.
- Remove clothing from the damaged area.
- In case of injury from boiling water or steam, it is necessary to cool the burn site; it is best to use cool running water. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- If you receive a chemical burn from an alkali or acid, you need to neutralize their effect. If the damage is caused by contact with alkali, then the injured area is thoroughly washed with a weak solution of vinegar or a solution of citric acid. If you get an acid burn, use a soda or soap solution.
And only after completing all stages of primary care should Bepanten be applied. The drug is used depending on the nature of the burn and the degree of tissue damage:
- For minor burns that occupy a small surface of the body, it is advisable to use cream. It quickly penetrates the damaged layers of the dermis, cools and reduces pain. Apply the cream in a thin layer up to two times a day.
- The ointment is recommended for use if the burn is manifested by the formation of blisters. It is also applied twice a day.
- The lotion is effective in treating sunburn. Frequency of application – up to 5 times a day. The lotion relieves irritation, relieves pain, usually redness and pain disappear on the 3rd day, but it is recommended to continue therapy for another 2-3 days. The lotion can also be used as a means to prevent sunburn. Just keep in mind that it is washed off with water, so after bathing the skin must be treated again.
Bepanten is applied with light rubbing movements. If necessary, cream and ointment can also be used under a bandage.
When using Bepanten, skin healing for mild burns takes up to 5-8 days.
Severe degrees of skin damage can be treated for several weeks, but in this case, the use of Bepanten at the regeneration stage accelerates tissue epithelization and reduces the likelihood of scarring.
Bepanten for bruises
With bruises, there is often a bruise at the site of the injury. And sometimes there is nothing in the home medicine cabinet except Bepanten - can this ointment help with hematomas or is there no point in using it? The best remedy for bruises is an ointment based on components that absorb and strengthen the walls of blood vessels. Bepanthen does not contain such components, however, dexpanthenol improves the functioning of metabolic processes, due to which cell regeneration is enhanced. Therefore, this drug can be used, but you should not expect a miraculous effect from its use.
To reduce the visibility of a bruise and remove pain, you need to purchase a special ointment for bruises - Troxevasin, Heparin, Rescuer balm.
Bepanten for wound healing
The use of the drug for cuts and abrasions helps speed up the healing of wounds. Ointment and cream soften the skin, accelerate epithelization, and minimize the risk of penetration of pathogenic microorganisms into damaged skin. But for open wounds that occupy a significant area of the body, it is recommended to use special antibacterial ointments in the first days after injury. Their application ensures healing of the skin and prevents secondary infection. The use of Bepanten can be started already at the stage of crust formation.
Analogs
The cost of Bepanten is determined by the dosage form of the drug. The price of ointment starts from 350 rubles, a 30 ml tube of cream costs from 420 rubles, lotion - more than 600 rubles.
A complete analogue of Bepanten with a lower cost is the drug Dexpanthenol. But unlike the original remedy, the second medicine contains preservatives, and the fat base is created from cheaper ingredients. Due to this, Dexpanthenol can cause clogging of pores and lead to the development of allergic reactions. Therefore, when choosing between Bepanten and Dexanthenol, it is better to give preference to the first remedy, especially when it comes to the treatment of skin diseases in children, pregnant and nursing mothers.
Pantothenic acid, which accelerates the healing of burn surfaces, is found in medications such as:
- Depanthol. It is recommended to spray the spray on the burn in the first minutes of receiving it.
- Panthenol. Dosage forms – ointment, spray.
- Pantexol. Effective for mild burns.
- Happyderm. Accelerates healing not only of the skin, but also of the mucous membranes.
- Solcoseryl. Available in the form of ointment and solution for injection. Solcoseryl eye ointment can be used for corneal burns.
If, when receiving a burn, there is a possibility of skin infection, then it is better to use antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory ointments - Levomekol, Levosin.
Bepanten: side effects
Allergic reactions (urticaria, itching).
Interaction with other drugs
Cases of interaction with other drugs are unknown.
special instructions
Avoid contact with eyes.
Photo of Bepanten ointment showing the method of use
Release form
Ointment for external use 5%, 35 g, 30 g or 100 g in a varnished aluminum tube with a polypropylene neck and an aluminum foil membrane, closed with a polypropylene screw-on cap with a tip for piercing the membrane. Each tube, along with instructions for use, is placed in a cardboard box.
Photo of a tube of Bepanten ointment 30 g
Storage conditions
At a temperature not higher than 25 °C. Keep out of the reach of children.
Best before date
3 years. Do not use after expiration date.
Photo of Bepanten ointment showing the series, date of manufacture and until when this ointment is valid
Vacation conditions
Over the counter.
Manufacturer: JSC Bayer, Russia Produced by GP Grenzach Productions GmbH, Emil-Barell-Strasse 7, 79639 Grenzach-Wilen, Germany. Additional information can be obtained at the address: 107113, Moscow, 3rd Rybinskaya st., building 18, building 2. Tel., fax.
Reviews
The vast majority of people who use Bepanten as a remedy for solving skin problems rate the effectiveness of the drug highly. The medicine relieves irritation, dryness, quickly removes redness and improves skin structure. Positive reviews are also associated with the safety of the medicine, which allows it to be used to heal skin irritations in children from birth.
Bepanten also helps well with burns, this applies to mild damage. Using a cream or ointment during the recovery stage of the epidermis after treating a 3-4 degree burn surface helps to avoid the appearance of scars.
Bepanthen is one of the safest ointments that promotes rapid restoration of damaged skin. For burns, it is most effective if the damage is limited to only the superficial layer of the dermis. It also helps restore tissue structure for bruises and cuts. It is advisable to always have the drug in your home medicine cabinet, but in case of severe injuries, you should consult a doctor before using the drug.
Bepanten Plus is a universal remedy for the whole family for healing small wounds and other skin damage.
On a note
- The medication is suitable for the treatment and prevention of skin irritations and cracked nipples in nursing women.
- Allowed at any age.
- The price for a 100 gram tube will be 650 rubles.
- The effect of application is noticeable almost immediately.
- It does not accumulate in the body and has almost no adverse reactions.
The material was prepared specifically for the website mazikrem.ru, edited by doctor Kantser M.A. Specialty: infectious diseases, general hygiene, virology.
Bepanten Plus - minus wounds!
Properties
The combined formula of Bepanten Plus provides triple action in the fight against wounds, cuts, burns and abrasions:
- Protects against infection.
- Promotes healing.
- Soothes pain.
Main components
The triple action of Bepanten Plus is due to its active components:
- Provitamin B5 stimulates the regeneration process of damaged skin, acting at all three stages of skin healing. The active effect of provitamin B5 in restoring skin integrity has been noted in numerous clinical studies 1.
- Chlorhexidine reliably disinfects damaged skin, is well tolerated and has a high safety profile 2 .
Advantages
- Suitable for children from the first day of life.
- The special creamy texture of Bepanten Plus soothes pain, pleasantly cooling the skin.
- Bepanten Plus has a non-greasy and non-sticky texture and does not leave marks on clothes.
A wide range of uses makes it an excellent addition to any home first aid kit:
- Treatment of wounds, abrasions, scratches, burns.
- Skin care after tattoos in the first days.
- Skin care after cosmetic procedures.
Instructions for use of the medicinal product for medical use Bepanten ® Plus
Registration number: P N015461/01
Trade name of the drug: Bepanten® Plus.
International nonproprietary or group name: Dexpanthenol + Chlorhexidine.
Dosage form: Cream for external use.
Compound
1 g of cream contains active ingredients: dexpanthenol – 50 mg, chlorhexidine hydrochloride – 5 mg; excipients: pantolactone 5 mg, cetyl alcohol 36 mg, stearyl alcohol 24 mg, lanolin 30 mg, white soft paraffin 100 mg, liquid paraffin 100 mg, macrogol stearate 30 mg, purified water up to 1 g.
Description
Homogeneous soft matte cream from white to white with a yellowish tint with a weak characteristic odor.
Pharmacotherapeutic group: Tissue regeneration stimulator.
ATX code: D08AC52
Pharmacological properties
Bepanthen® Plus contains chlorhexidine, an antiseptic that is active against bacteria that are usually present on the skin or that have entered the skin as a result of wound contamination. Dexpanthenol in skin cells quickly turns into pantothenic acid, which plays an important role in both the formation and healing of damaged skin. Bepanten® Plus soothes pain thanks to its cooling effect. When applied to the surface of a wound, it protects against infection, promoting healing. It is easy to apply and wash off. The cream is non-greasy and does not stick.
Indications for use
Treatment and treatment of small wounds with a risk of infection, such as abrasions, scrapes, minor cuts and scratches, cracks, minor burns; infected superficial skin lesions; cracked nipples during breastfeeding. For chronic wounds, for example, trophic ulcers of the leg, bedsores, as well as for surgical wounds.
Contraindications
Bepanten® Plus should not be used if you are hypersensitive to the components of the drug; should not be applied to a damaged eardrum; in case of severe, deep and heavily contaminated wounds (such injuries require medical intervention).
Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Bepanten® Plus can be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding. However, its use on large areas of the skin should be avoided. If the drug is used to treat cracked nipples during lactation, it should be washed off before breastfeeding.
Directions for use and doses
Bepanten® Plus is applied in a thin layer one or several times a day to a previously cleaned wound surface or to inflamed areas of the skin. Treatment of wounds can be carried out either openly or using dressings.
Side effect
When using the drug, allergic reactions are possible, such as contact dermatitis, allergic dermatitis, itching, erythema, eczema, rash, urticaria, skin irritation, as well as severe allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis. If any of the side effects indicated in the instructions get worse, or you notice any other side effects not listed in the instructions, tell your doctor.
Overdose
Dexpanthenol, even in high doses, is well tolerated and non-toxic. There are no known cases of hypervitaminosis. In cases of chlorhexidine poisoning, cases of increased aminotransferase levels have been described. In case of accidental ingestion, it is practically not absorbed. If necessary, symptomatic therapy is carried out.
Interaction with other drugs
As a precaution against possible interaction (antagonism or inactivation), it should not be used concomitantly with other antiseptics. Chlorhexidine is incompatible with soap and other anionic compounds.
special instructions
Contact with eyes, ears and mucous membranes should be avoided and should not be taken orally (if you mistakenly take large amounts orally, you should immediately consult a doctor). Large, heavily soiled and deep wounds, as well as bite and puncture wounds require medical intervention (risk of tetanus). If the size of the wound remains consistently large for some time, or the wound does not heal within 10-14 days, then you should consult a doctor. This is also necessary if the edges of the wound are severely hyperemic, the wound suddenly swells and severe pain appears, or the injury is accompanied by fever (danger of sepsis). Bepanten® Plus should not be used to treat skin irritations that are not prone to infection (for example, sunburn). Frequent application to the same area of skin may result in irritation. The drug is intended for the treatment and treatment of small wounds; application in large quantities should be avoided.
Bepanten ointment: dosage and method of application
Externally. The ointment is applied to the damaged or inflamed area of skin 1-2 times a day. Caring for the mammary glands of nursing mothers: apply the ointment to the nipples after each feeding. Caring for an infant: apply the ointment every time you change a diaper.
Overdose
Dexpanthenol, even in high doses, is well tolerated and does not cause any adverse reactions. To date, no cases of overdose have been registered. Cases of hypervitaminosis are unknown.
Healing ointment for effective wound treatment
Any wound is a violation of the integrity of the skin. Open injuries go through 3 stages of healing. At first, the wound should clean itself.
Inflammation occurs. Depending on how self-cleansing has occurred, the inflammatory process can be more or less pronounced. The last stage is granulation and healing.
The main criterion for choosing agents is antiseptic and anti-inflammatory action. So that the composition dries the skin, disinfects the surface and promotes tissue regeneration.
