Skin-cap cream 0.2% 15gr

Skin-cap user manual

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Skin-cap composition

The composition of the cream, aerosol, shampoo includes the active substance zinc pyrithionate. Different forms of the drug contain different amounts.
Skin-cap cream contains 1 mg of 2 mg zinc pyrithionate, Skin-cap spray 2 mg, Skin-cap shampoo 10 mg. Also in the composition of each form contains additional substances.

Form of issue

The product is produced in various forms: in the form of an aerosol for spraying, externally in a 100 ml bottle, to which is attached a spray head and a special nozzle; in the form of a cream in tubes (40 g); in the form of shampoo in bottles (150 ml).
Aerosol is a white-yellow oily solution with a characteristic aroma. Cream and shampoo have a characteristic aroma, white color.

pharmachologic effect

The drug is used to treat psoriasis, as well as other skin diseases. In all forms of the drug there is zinc pyrithionate - a substance that demonstrates antifungal and antimicrobial activity. Bacteriostatic effect is noted (an obstacle to active propagation of pathogenic bacteria), as well as fungistatic action (an obstacle to the reproduction of fungi). The activity of the preparation against bacteria Streptococcusfaecalis, Micrococcuspyogenes, Klebsiella, Aerobac-teraerogenes, Esherichiacoli, Pseudomonasaeruginosa, Proteusvulgaris, fungi Tricho-phyton, Aspergillis, Fusammi, Candida and others is noted.
The activity of the agent with respect to the bacteria belonging to the Pity-rosporum group is most pronounced. These bacteria are one of the factors contributing to the development of inflammatory manifestations, the accelerated division of epidermal cells in the development of seborrhea, psoriasis and other ailments of the skin.
In addition, the drug selectively affects cells that are in the stage of hyperproliferation (i.e., accelerated division) as a cytostatic (suppressive fission process) agent. This is for other cells that are divided normally, this does not have any effect.
It lowers the intracellular content of ATP, stimulates the process of death of bacteria and fungi, depolarization of cell membranes.
Thus, the drug has an anti-inflammatory effect, reduces the degree of inflammation and flaking.

Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics

The mechanism of anti-inflammatory effect has not been studied. When used externally, the active substance is deposited in the epidermis, as well as in the surface layers of the skin. There is a slow systemic absorption. Traces of the active component are found in the blood.

Indications for use

Skin-cap aerosol is used for such conditions and illnesses:
    different forms of psoriasis (exception - heavy forms, for example, articular psoriasis, etc.);
    neurodermatitis (skin disease associated with impaired CNS function);
    dermatitis of different origin (inflammatory processes of the skin);
    manifestations of pruritus;
    dandruff, seborrhea;
    multi-colored lichen (fungal disease).
Skin-cap cream is recommended as an additional remedy for the main therapy of psoriasis, as well as for neurodermatitis, in particular with severe manifestations of dryness and irritation of the dermis, with common forms.
It is used to stimulate resorption of dense plaques in psoriasis and infiltrates under occlusive dressings.
Shampoo is recommended for use in seborrhea, psoriasis of the scalp, as well as when itching, dandruff, seborrhea, atopic dermatitis.

Contraindications

Do not use if a person exhibits symptoms of high sensitivity to the constituents of the remedy. It is not recommended to use in parallel with the drugs, which contain glucocorticosteroids.

Side effects

Using a shampoo, aerosol or Skin-cap ointment, a person at first can feel a slight burning sensation in the place where the remedy was applied. However, the withdrawal of the drug while not required, these symptoms quickly pass.
In rare cases, allergic reactions may occur.

Instructions for use Skin-cap (Method and dosage)

Instructions for Skin-cap cream

The cream is applied daily 2-3 times a day. With psoriasis, you need to apply the ointment for five weeks. If there is an exacerbation, you need to re-course. Regular use of the cream with psoriasis patients can prolong the periods of remission and gradually achieve a decrease in the severity of the signs of the disease. If the patient is diagnosed with seborrhea, the treatment continues for two weeks. In other diseases, the remedy should be used until the symptoms disappear completely.

Overdose

No overdose of information has been provided.

Interaction

There is no data on the interaction of any Skin-cap drug with other drugs used simultaneously. It is not recommended for use with glucocorticosteroid agents for external use (cream, lotion, shower gel, etc.)

Terms of sale

You can buy Skin-cap spray and other varieties of this drug without a doctor's prescription.

Storage conditions

Aerosol and shampoo should be protected from children, the temperature of storage should be from 4 ° to 30 ° degrees.
The cream should also be protected from access by children and stored at a temperature of 4 ° to 20 ° C.
Shelf life - 3 years.

special instructions

It should be noted that when applying shampoo does not change the color or condition of the hair.
If the product gets into the eyes, you must immediately immediately abundantly rinse them with water.

Children

You can practice the application for children after 1 year.

Skin-cap during pregnancy and lactation

The use of any of Skin-Cap's products during pregnancy, as well as breastfeeding is allowed only if the benefit from such a method is higher than the possible harm.
Information on the negative consequences of taking the drug in these periods, no, but still important is the control of the doctor when using the drug.

Reviews about Skin Cap

Reviews of Skin-cap cream indicate its effectiveness in psoriasis, dermatitis and other diseases. There are also numerous positive responses about Skin-cap shampoo and reviews about Skin-cap aerosols. Shampoo quickly eliminates dandruff. According to users, the spray is very convenient to use, with its help it is easy to cope with unpleasant manifestations of symptoms of skin diseases.
It is often used even for infants. As a negative point, users write about the high price of the drug, some patients report no effect even with prolonged use.
There are also contradictory responses of doctors about ointments. Often, users have questions about whether Skin-Cream hormonal cream, or not. Most experts are inclined to believe that the drug is not hormonal, but there are also opinions that the composition of the drug showed traces of hormones.