pharmachologic effect
Depanthol is a combination drug that is prescribed for application to the skin and has an antimicrobial, regenerating and restorative effect.
Each component of the cream has its own effect.
Chlorhexidine helps fight gram-negative and gram-positive microbes. These include:
- Chlamydia (Chlamydia trachomatis).
- Treponema (Treponema pallidum).
- Ureaplasma.
- Staphylococcus (Staphylococcaceae).
- Streptococcus (Streptococcus).
- Yeast fungi.
- Dermatophytes fungi (Dermatophyte).
- Protozoa (most).
- Trichomonas vaginalis.
- Gonococci (Neisseria gonorrhoeae).
- Gardnerella vaginalis.
- Herpes virus.
But there are some microbes that are not sensitive to chlorhexidine. This means that it is useless to use this medicine in the treatment of such diseases.
Dexpanthenol helps to quickly heal small wounds, abrasions, scratches, increases the protective properties of the skin and improves the recovery processes in it.
The medicine does not act on intestinal lactobacilli, unlike antibiotics. And it remains active when applied to a squeezed pimple in the presence of a small amount of blood. Also, its activity does not decrease when applied to ulcers.
Indications
Depantol is used not only in the treatment of acne and acne of initial and moderate severity. According to the instructions, the cream is used as a therapeutic and prophylactic agent for many skin diseases. They can:
- Treat wounds after cleansing them of pus.
- Lubricate infected skin conditions.
- Treat cuts, wounds, abrasions, cracks, scratches, ulcers and burns.
- Treat purulent wounds and bedsores.
- Smear diaper rash.
- Treat diaper dermatitis.
- Lubricate cracks and wounds on the nipples while breastfeeding.
Depanthol cream also does an excellent job of treating acne and pimples of the first and second degree. But it is not suitable for preventing rashes on the face, back, shoulders and other parts of the body.
Mask recipes
Mask with Chlorhexidine:
- Mix a small amount of cream with Chlorhexidine solution in a 2:1 ratio.
- Apply to the surface of the face for 15 minutes.
- Remove with a tissue or rinse with warm water.
Mask with salicylic acid and lavender hydrolate:
- Soak a cotton pad in salicylic acid and wipe your face, paying special attention to problem areas.
- Mix a small amount of Panthenol cream with Lavender hydrosol (can be replaced with Chamomile or Aloe hydrosol).
- Apply to face for 20 minutes.
- Remove with a tissue or rinse with warm water.
Mask with lemon juice and aloe gel:
- Mix D-Panthenol cream and aloe gel in equal proportions.
- Add 6-8 drops of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Apply to face for a quarter of an hour.
- Remove with warm water.
Mask with essential oils:
- Mix D-Panthenol cream with a small amount of essential extract of tea tree and camphor (add 3 drops of oils per teaspoon of cream).
- Apply to face and leave for 20 minutes.
- Remove with warm water.
All recipes presented are suitable for problem skin with rashes and acne. They relieve inflammation, eliminate bacteria and prevent acne .
Such masks are also effective in combating acne spots. Such procedures must be carried out regularly - 2-3 times a week.
How is it produced?
The medicine can be bought at the pharmacy in the form of a cream in an aluminum tube in an amount of 30 grams. The packaging is protected by a regular white cap, and the tube itself has a membrane that easily breaks when pressed with the back of the cap.
The tube is packed in cardboard packaging. On one side there is an image of a chamomile. Each package comes with detailed instructions in Russian.
The cream is light, with a pleasant aroma, applies well to the skin, is quickly absorbed, and leaves no traces behind.
The average price of one package is 250 rubles.
Products that stimulate regeneration Nizhpharm D-Panthenol cream - reviews
Hi all!
I have a cat at home, he loves to bite. These are his games. Well, I can’t take the game away from the cat. Sometimes you have to sacrifice yourself. Yes, I walk around bitten. It looks like scratches. Those that are deep take longer to heal. Which are not very deep, heal with my lifesaver - Depantol cream - in one night!!! I’ll show you the result right away, then I’ll tell you about the cream.
Hands bitten:
Hands the next day: (cream applied at night in a thin layer until completely absorbed)
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And now - why him?
I saw it with a friend with whom I was on vacation in Turkey 5 years ago. She took it in case of sunburn, but it helped me not only from sunburn. We snorkeled in salt water, the mask stuck to our face. I didn’t know how to remove it carefully, and it turned out to be a “smack”, and the result is irritation on the face from water and friction. Straight to the rhyme. )) I was saved by him. It perfectly relieved this irritation and beauty on the face, while at the same time softening the skin after sunbathing. And I started buying it as the previous tube ran out.
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And now about the cream itself.
The main substances in this cream are Dexpanthenol (D-panthenol) and Chlorhexidine bigluconate (the usual chlorhexidine). I won’t write about excipients; without them, the cream will not be a cream.
I buy exactly Nizhpharm companies. Why? I bought other creams with “depanthenol” in the name. But they were thicker and greasy, they were difficult to smear and absorb. This cream is very, very light and absorbs quickly.
Here it is directly:
It was packed in a box, but I immediately throw it away and just keep the tube. By the way, it is 30 ml.
This manufacturer also offers vaginal suppositories.
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Information from the manufacturer:
“Dexpanthenol is a B vitamin. It has a regenerating, vitamin, metabolic and anti-inflammatory effect.
Chlorhexidine is an antimicrobial drug and is an antiseptic. Effective against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, including Staphylococcus spp., Enterococcus spp., Pseudomonas aeruginosa, E.coli, Streptococcus spp., as well as yeast-like fungi and dermatophytes. Remains active in the presence of blood, pus, various secretions and organic substances.
Depantol® cream protects the surface of wounds from infections, suppresses the course of the infectious process, and accelerates healing.”
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Everything said is true. I checked it on myself. I used it after scratches and bites from a cat, and applied it to a hangnail that was accidentally pulled off. I smeared it on my lips when I accidentally bit them when they were dry, and you know how thin the skin of our lips is, I was afraid of a cold, but it didn’t happen! I apply it to my psoriasis periodically when I don’t want to use special products and it perfectly moisturizes any dry areas of the skin!
This product is truly universal! That's why I recommend it!
There is another cream - Bepanten Plus.
Thank you all for your attention! Do not be ill!
How to apply
When treating pimples and acne, Depanthol cream is applied only to the area where there are ulcers. The medicine should be distributed evenly over the entire surface of the skin. If possible, you can rub the drug in a little, but this is not at all necessary.
Cannot be used as a compress.
After the cream is absorbed, there is no need to cover the skin with a sterile cloth or bandage. However, if you are treating abrasions, bedsores, wounds or ulcers, then bandages are a must.
We must remember that before applying the cream to the skin, it must first be cleansed using any gel, foam or balm for washing.
Do not use soap under any circumstances!
Do not squeeze out blackheads before the application procedure.
It is recommended to apply to affected skin twice a day – morning and evening. After the procedure, you must wash your hands with soap.
Instructions for use against rashes
The main thing is to use it correctly .
To combat rashes, it is preferable to use Panthenol in a spray format or in the form of a cream, since the ointment can clog pores if applied in large quantities.
Using D-Panthenol cream to eliminate inflammation:
- the cream is applied in a thin layer to a previously cleansed skin surface;
- applied twice a day;
- applied half an hour after using antibacterial agents;
- The cream protects well from bacteria, moisturizes, relieves inflammation and fights post-acne.
Using Panthenol spray to eliminate inflammation:
- to get rid of acne scars and prevent their appearance, you need to spray the spray precisely on fresh spots;
- to combat acne, it is worth spraying the entire surface of the face;
- applied from a distance of 15-20 cm;
- It is recommended to spray three times during the day.
Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Some women experience acne during pregnancy or after childbirth. Even the instructions for use do not prohibit treating them with Depantol cream.
There is only one limitation - you cannot apply the medicine to a large area of skin at once. Therefore, many gynecologists and obstetricians advise using this cream only spot-on and applying it to rashes, without affecting healthy areas.
During lactation, the same medicine can be prescribed to heal cracked nipples.
Contraindications
The only contraindication is an allergy to the main components or related components. Therefore, before treatment, it is important to carefully read the instructions and consult a doctor.
Before applying Depanthol cream to your skin for the first time, you must undergo an allergy test. To do this, apply the minimum possible amount of the drug to the inner surface of the wrist and observe the reaction.
If there is no redness, rash, itching or blistering, treatment can begin. If you have the described reactions, you should consult a doctor and change the drug.
Drug compatibility
Depantol cream cannot be used simultaneously with drugs such as:
- Cardiac glycosides.
- Cosmetics containing sodium lauryl sulfate, which is coded SLS on packaging.
- Carboxymethylcellulose, which is found in some creams, hair sprays and facial cosmetics.
When using any of the products from this group and Depanthol cream simultaneously, acne treatment may not be effective.
Therefore, during therapy, it is better to refrain from using any decorative cosmetics and wash only with natural-based gels or foams.
In what cases will it help?
D-Panthenol should be chosen depending on the characteristics of the current problem. Panthenol spray for acne on the face is effective in the following forms:
- Papules;
- Ulcers;
- Closed and open comedones.
The cream is most useful for inflammatory processes and for preventing the development of infection. The ointment is best used by those with dry and mature skin prone to acne and purulent inflammation.
Considering the original purpose of Panthenol - getting rid of dermatitis, burns, injuries, acne treatment takes time. Effectiveness depends on the following conditions:
- Dermis type;
- Number and shape of rashes;
- Regularity of use.
Analogs
If the described drug cannot be found in a pharmacy, you can use its analogues.
- A solution of chlorhexidine, which is recommended to treat acne and pimples twice a day.
- Clindovit gel, which was developed specifically for the treatment of acne in adolescence.
- Bepanten is considered the best analogue of this drug, but its price will be many times higher.
Before you start treating acne with depanthol or its analogues, you must visit a dermatologist and determine the cause of acne.
General characteristics and composition
Panthenol is a drug from a pharmacological group that can be purchased at every pharmacy .
The active ingredient is dexpanthenol, called provitamin B5 .
It is a derivative of pantothenic acid, known for its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and analgesic effects.
Once on the surface of the skin, dexpanthenol is converted into this same pantothenic acid, due to which it has a restorative effect on the condition of the skin.
Pantothenic acid is a component of coenzyme A, which is involved in oxidation processes. Thanks to this feature, Panthenol participates in enriching the skin with oxygen, which is necessary to maintain its youth and beauty.
Among the components in the composition of the drug, it is worth noting lanolin, paraffin and medical petroleum jelly, which are used in cosmetology for facial skin care.
Reviews
Tatyana: “I used the cream to treat several pimples that suddenly popped up. We managed to cope with the inflammation. And the pustules themselves disappeared in just a few days. I’m very pleased.”
Olga: “Depantol cream was recommended by a dermatologist. It is much cheaper than all other drugs. And he dealt with my acne at the first stage perfectly!”
Christina: “It’s a good cream, it helps well at the initial stage of acne. But if there are a lot of pimples, and they are purulent and large in size, then you need to look for something else.”
Varieties by release form
Panthenol is produced by different manufacturers in several versions. It could be:
- spray;
- cream;
- ointment.
All varieties of Panthenol have a similar pharmacological effect, but differ in some properties and composition. They are designed for specific skin types and solve different problems:
- Spray . Designed for oily skin types . It is comfortable to use. It has a watery base, is instantly absorbed and does not leave a greasy film on the face. Able to instantly cool the skin and relieve irritation.
- Cream. Created for dry and sensitive skin types prone to irritation and redness. It has a delicate texture and emulsion base. The advantage of the cream is that it can be used on almost every area of the skin.
It is more effective due to the fact that it penetrates into the deep layers of the skin.Protects against the negative effects of the external environment and reduces the risk of bacteria forming in the pores.
- Ointment . Designed for dry and aging skin. Contains a large amount of pantothenic acid and helps cope with purulent inflammation. But the texture of the ointment is oily, so for oily skin it should be used with caution so as not to clog the pores. It is very effective in combating scars and post-acne.
