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The drug Psilo-balm refers to the pharmacological group of antihistamines. It is intended for external use in the treatment of various pathologies, accompanied by the development of allergic reactions.
Composition and form of release

The drug Psilo-balm is manufactured in a dosage form intended for external use - a gel. The main active ingredient is diphenhydramine hydrochloride, its content in 1 g of gel is 10 mg. Also the composition of the preparation includes auxiliary components, which include:

    Polyacrylic acid.
    Chloride of cytyl pyridinium.
    Trometamol.
    Glycerol prilocaprate macrogol.
    Purified water.

Gel Psilo-balm is in aluminum tubes in the amount of 20 and 50 g. The cardboard pack contains an aluminum tube with an appropriate amount of gel, as well as instructions for the use of the drug.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

The active substance of the gel Psilo-balm diphenhydramine is a blocker of histamine H1-receptor cells, which react with the development of specific reactions in response to the effect of histamine produced by immune system cells (eosinophils, mast cells) during the development of an allergic reaction. Due to the blocking of receptors, the drug helps to reduce the severity of the allergic reaction (antiallergic therapeutic effect), edema of tissues due to the normalization of the permeability of the walls of the vessels of the microcirculatory bed, reducing itching, redness of the skin, and also the severity of the rash. Also, the drug has a subjective cooling effect. Due to the presence of auxiliary components, the gel leaves no traces on the skin after its application.

Data on the possible absorption of the components of the drug into the blood, their distribution in tissues, metabolism and excretion from the body are not available today.

Indications for use

Gel Psilo-balm is used for various skin conditions, which are accompanied by the development of an allergic reaction, they include:

    Bites of various insects, accompanied by itching, burning and rash.
    Urticaria is a specific allergic reaction that manifests itself on the skin in the form of a swelling and a rash reminiscent of a nettle burn.
    Eczema of the skin, accompanied by itching.
    Chicken pox is a viral infection characterized by the appearance of a specific rash in the form of small vesicles filled with fluid (vesicles), as well as severe burning and itching.
    Contact allergic dermatitis, provoked by skin contact with some plants.
    A skin itch that has a different origin.
    Allergic reactions on the skin, with the exception of pruritus with an increase in bilirubin in the blood on the background of cholestasis (bile stasis in the structures of the hepatobiliary system).

Also, the drug is used to reduce the severity of symptoms after a sunburn skin of the 1st degree of severity.

Contraindications

The only absolute contraindication to the use of the gel Psilo-balm is the individual intolerance of any of the components of the drug.

Dosage and route of administration

Gel Psilo-balm is intended for external use. It is applied a thin layer on the affected areas of the skin (it should be clean and dry) and lightly rubbed. Multiplicity of the drug is 3-4 times a day. At a time, do not apply more than 2-3 g of gel. The average duration of the drug is several days. When the symptoms of an allergic reaction increase and there is no therapeutic effect, it is necessary to consult a doctor for advice and treatment correction.

Side effects

The drug Psilo-balm is well tolerated. Sometimes it is possible to develop allergic reactions after applying the gel, which are characterized by skin manifestations in the form of redness, rash and itching. In this case, the drug should be discontinued and consult a doctor for advice.

special instructions

Before you start using the gel Psilo-balm it is important to read the instructions to the drug. There are several specific indications, which should be paid attention to the maximum therapeutic effect of the drug and reduce the risk of complications, they include:

    During the use of the drug, it is desirable to avoid direct sunlight or other sources of ultraviolet radiation on the skin.
    It is not recommended the use of alcohol during the treatment with gel Psilo-balm.
    As an auxiliary component, the preparation contains light fat bases, so it can be used as a skin cream.
    During pregnancy, as well as breastfeeding, Psilo-balm gel is used with caution for strict medical indications.
    Interactions of the active substances of the drug with drugs of other pharmacological groups have not been established.
    During drug treatment with caution, you should perform work that is associated with the need for increased concentration.

In the pharmacy chain, the Psylo-balm gel is dispensed without a prescription. The appearance of doubt or questions regarding the use of the drug is a reason for consulting a doctor.

Overdose

When applying the Psilo-balm gel to a significant skin surface, it is possible to develop intoxication associated with the absorption of the drug components into the systemic bloodstream. It is manifested by dry mouth, fluctuations in blood pressure, drowsiness. In this case, symptomatic therapy is performed in the conditions of a medical hospital under the control of vital functions of the body, indices of breathing and blood pressure.

Terms and conditions of storage

Shelf life of the gel Psilo-balm is 3 years from the date of release of the drug. It should be stored in factory packaging, inaccessible to children at an air temperature of no higher than + 25 ° C.