Naphtaderm liniment 10% 35gr

User manual for Naphtaderm

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Composition

The active ingredient of the ointment is refined naphthalan oil.
Auxiliary ingredients:
    purified water;
    emulsion wax;
    ethyl alcohol (95% solution).

Release form

Available in the form of an ointment intended for external use only.
The drug has a characteristic odor, very similar to the smell of oil. The ointment should be brown.
Ointment Naphtaderm sell in aluminum tubes of 10, 15, 20 or 35 g, as well as in jars of 25 or 50 g

pharmachologic effect

Characteristically antifungal, softening, absorbing, analgesic, antiseptic effect on the skin, reduces inflammation, promotes wound healing and relieves itching.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

Pharmacodynamics

The active ingredient of the drug, naphthalan oil, contains a large amount of naphthenic carbohydrates. These substances stimulate the regenerative processes in the damaged areas of the skin, normalize the rate of metabolic processes in the skin and adjacent tissues. They also affect the composition of the blood, in particular its rheological properties, reduce the tendency to form blood clots, while increasing the content of red blood cells in the peripheral blood.
Naphtaderm can influence the adrenal cortex by stimulating the secretion of corticosteroids, which helps to suppress inflammatory processes.

Pharmacokinetics

Mainly acts on the tissue adjacent to the place of application of the ointment. Systemic effect on the body is negligible, therefore, no studies have been conducted regarding the pharmacokinetic characteristics of the drug.

Indications for use

Ointment Naphtaderm prescribed for various skin lesions:
    psoriasis;
    neurodermatitis;
    eczema;
    furunculosis;
    seborrhea;
    rosy lichen;
    sycosis;
    pruritus
    bedsores;
    wounds;
    skin ulcers;
    erysipelas (staphylococcal) inflammation;
    pathological coarsening of the upper layer of the skin;
    allergic dermatitis;
    carbunculosis;
    burns and frostbite, regardless of the mechanism of their occurrence.
In addition, Naphtaderm is also effective in treating other non-skin related diseases:
    neuritis;
    radiculitis;
    plexite;
    various neuralgia;
    arthritis and arthrosis;
    myositis;
    injuries.
For all these diseases, the ointment can be used as part of complex therapy.

Contraindications for Naphtaderm

Naphtaderm is prohibited to use in the presence of one or several states of the body from the following:
    hypersensitivity to the active substance or other ingredients that make up the drug;
    severe anemia;
    hemorrhagic syndrome;
    kidney or liver failure;
    adrenal gland diseases;
    early childhood;
    oncological diseases.

Side effects of Naphtaderm

The undesirable effects that can occur with the treatment of ointment Naphtaderm:
    dry skin;
    folliculitis (rare);
    local allergic reactions in the form of a rash or swelling of the area to which the ointment was applied.

Ointment Naphtaderm, instructions for use (method and dosage)

Instructions for use Naphtaderm provides for the use of ointment only for external application. Drug smear a very thin layer on the affected skin, do not rub. The procedure is repeated twice a day.
The duration of the course of treatment is chosen by the attending physician individually for each patient. Most often it lasts 3 or 4 weeks.

Overdose

There are no cases of overdose.

Interaction

It can be used simultaneously with other drugs, but it should be borne in mind that their effect may increase slightly. This is due to the ability of ointment Naphtaderm to act as a kind of conductor, facilitating the penetration into the skin of other medicines.

Terms of sale

You can buy Naphtaderm without a prescription.

Storage conditions

The ointment should be stored in the refrigerator, but do not allow the tube to freeze.
Shelf life - 5 years.

special instructions

When treating with ointment, it is necessary to remember some features of its use:
    ointment can dry out the skin, so at the same time you can use an emollient or moisturizing cosmetic for skin care;
    when using drugs for the treatment of children or pregnant women, it is necessary to consult a doctor;
    the drug leaves hard to remove stains on clothing that comes into contact with the skin where it was applied.

For children

Allowed to use only after consulting with your doctor. In early childhood, the drug is not prescribed.

During pregnancy and lactation

Application is not prohibited, but it is important to agree with your doctor whether it is worthwhile to use this ointment in your case and how long the treatment will last.

Reviews of Naphtaderm

Reviews of Naphtaderm in psoriasis and other skin diseases are mostly positive. This is due to the fact that in most cases it helps to remove the symptoms and effects of the disease, but it is safe for children and pregnant women, as it does not contain hormones.
The drug is not addictive. Side effects are extremely rare, even when using ointment on areas of the body with delicate skin.