Ichthyol supp 200mg #10

Ichthyol user manual

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Composition

One candle Ichthyol contains 200 mg of active ingredient ihtamol + auxiliary ingredients (vitepsol).
Ointment Ichthyol is released in two dosages with an active ingredient content of 100 grams of 10 or 20 grams + polyethylene glycol 400, polyethylene glycol 1500, petroleum jelly.

Form of issue

suppositories with ichthyol are usually dark brown, torpedo shaped, have a specific smell. They are sold in packages of 5 pieces, in a carton 5 or 10 suppositories.
Ointment homogeneous, dark brown, almost black, has a characteristic smell. The medicine is available in two dosages, packed in tubes or jars with a capacity of 25, 100, 800, 1800 grams, depending on the manufacturer.

pharmachologic effect

Anti-inflammatory, analgesic (local), antiseptic.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

What is ichthyol?

In the pharmacopeia it is indicated that this substance - ammonium bituminous sulfonate salt, is obtained from resins (derivatives of oil shales). In medicine, medicines based on this component began to be used as early as the 1980s to treat gout, rheumatism and so on. Pure ichthyol is not used, it is based on ointments and suppositories for use in medical practice.
Medicines containing this component have a local anesthetic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, keratoplastic action. Also, ointment and suppositories can improve blood circulation in the skin. The substance moderately irritates the nerve endings, thereby, reducing their sensitivity, leads to denaturation of protein molecules, regulates the normal vascular tone.
The drug is not absorbed into the systemic circulation, it has an exclusively local effect on the skin or mucous membrane.

Indications for use

What is the ointment for Ichthyol?

Ointment has a fairly wide range of applications, it is prescribed for burns, neuralgias, arthritis, eczema, erysipelas, rheumatism, acne treatment.
The dosage form "suppositories" is used for hemorrhoids and other inflammatory diseases of the pelvic organs.

Contraindications

The drug can not be used by people with allergies to the components of the drug and ichthyol.

Side effects

The use of ointment Ichthyol can lead to the development of allergic reactions of a local nature - rashes on the skin, itching, redness, burning, especially at the beginning of the therapy.
If the above reactions appear, treatment should be stopped.

Instructions for use (method and dosage)

Ichthyol suppositories, instructions for use

With the parameter, prostatitis and metritis suppositories are gently injected into the rectum. According to the instructions for use, ichthyol suppositories are prescribed in the amount of 1-2 pieces per day.
Ichthyol suppositories for hemorrhoids are recommended after enema.
The course of treatment is determined by the doctor.

Ointment Ichthyol, instructions for use

Outwardly. The drug is applied a thin layer on the affected areas 3 times a day.
Over the ointment, you can apply a bandage or leave in the fresh air.
The duration of therapy is determined by the attending physician.

Overdose

There are no reports of an overdose of the drug.

Interaction

It is highly recommended not to mix the remedy with other medicines for external use. The drug is incompatible with solutions of iodide salts, alkaloids, salts of heavy metals.

Terms of sale

The prescription is not required.

Storage conditions

Keep in original packaging in a cool, dry place, away from children.
Shelf life - 2 years.

special instructions

The drug does not affect the ability to drive machinery or a car.

Analogues

Vishnevsky Ointment, Brilliant Green, Chlorophyllipt.

In pregnancy and lactation

The safety and efficacy of the drug during pregnancy or lactation has not been studied.

Reviews

Thanks to a wide range of applications and low cost reviews about Ichthyol are exceptionally positive. Ointment is often used in the fight against acne, inflammation and abscesses. Some people are confused by the unpleasant odor of the remedy and the dryness of the skin after application.
Reviews of suppositories Ichthyol in gynecology are also very good:
"Natural remedy for a penny price. I was appointed by his gynecologist. After using 2 packs rectally at night, the symptoms of ovarian inflammation disappeared. Ultrasound showed that the size is within the normal range ";
"For several years I suffer from inflammation of the appendages. Than only me did not treat, but in some months again it was necessary to go to the gynecologist to appoint or nominate to me a new medicine. The most effective drug for me was Ichthyol. These suppositories are not expensive, without harmful additives, I use them often. "
The agent also helps with prostatitis:
"I have a prostatitis, I'm 23 years old. As the right side begins to hurt, I put Ichthyol suppositories, day after day. I began to feel better. In the anus from the suppositories, itching, which then passes. "