Ointment "Levomekol" is a means for externalapplication, which was developed in the late 70s of the last century. Who is this drug for? What are the features of the use of the drug "Levomekol"? What is it used from? We will discuss these issues in the article.
The composition of
Мазь «Левомеколь» представляет собой a combined drug, it contains two active ingredients: the immunostimulant methyluracil and the antibiotic chloramphenicol, 1 g of the drug contains 40 mg and 7.5 mg, respectively. Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic with a wide spectrum of action, and thanks to methyluracil, trophicity of tissues is improved and the process of skin regeneration is activated.
Pharmacological action of the drug
Ointment "Levomekol" (from what it is used, willdescribed below) is able to penetrate deep into the skin perfectly, without damaging biological membranes. It has a complex effect: anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, regenerating. The drug is active against rickettsia, chlamydia, spirochaetes, as well as the majority of both gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. The bacteriostatic effect of the ointment is achieved by inhibiting protein synthesis in the cell of the harmful microorganism. Moreover, the presence of a large number of necrotic masses and pus does not affect the antimicrobial effect of the ointment.
The drug "Levomekol": from what it is used?
Ointment is recommended to use in the following cases:
Herpes.One of the main indications of the medication is the treatment of inflammatory dermatological diseases. Therefore, it can be applied ointment "Levomekol" from herpes. The positive effect is achieved through the anti-inflammatory effect of the tool. The drug acts exactly where it is needed, that is, directly at the site of inflammation, the pus secreted does not affect the effectiveness of the drug.
Boils.Quite often, doctors prescribe Levomekol ointment from boils. Apply it on the affected skin area previously cleaned with any antiseptic. Under the action of the drug, the edema of the surrounding tissues is reduced, due to the presence of the antibiotic, the agent will act on pathogenic microorganisms, “pulling out” thereby purulent contents from the boil.
Hemorrhoids. With an aggravated form of the disease, the drug helps to relieve inflammation, eliminate pathogenic microflora, and accelerate the recovery of affected tissues.
Burns In this case, Levomekol ointment is used to prevent contamination of the affected surfaces, accelerating the process of regeneration and healing of tissues.
Gynecological diseases.This medication can be used for inflammation of the uterine appendages, inflammatory erosion of the cervix, the divergence of the vaginal sutures, which are applied after surgery or ruptures at birth. In such situations, using tampons with the drug "Levomekol."
What else can this drug be used for?In addition to the above cases, the tool is recommended to be applied to cuts, stitches, bedsores, calluses and other damage to the skin. This will help prevent infection and accelerate wound healing.
Recommendations for use
Used medication exclusively outwardly.A thin layer of ointment is applied to the affected surface, then the treated area is covered with folded in several layers of sterile gauze or a clean cloth. The treatment of infected surfaces is carried out 1-2 times a day, until the wound is cleared of purulent contents. As a rule, drug treatment lasts 5-10 days. If there is a deep, large wound or if it is located in the body cavity, the ointment is applied on gauze napkins, which are injected into the wound surface. To do this, the composition is preheated to body temperature (approximately 35 ° C). After which the gauze napkins soaked in the composition are injected into the wound. If the damage to the skin is deep and narrow and it is impossible to enter the tissue-treated wipes into it, then the ointment is injected with a syringe through the catheter. To do this, a drainage rubber tube is inserted into the wound, into which a disposable syringe filled with medication is inserted, and the ointment is squeezed inwards. By drainage it will fall to the very bottom of the wound. On the treated areas of the body impose a fixing bandage. They change napkins for new ones as necrotic masses accumulate on them and soak them with pus.
Side effect
The drug "Levomekol" - maloreaktogennoeremedy, so side effects occur infrequently. In rare cases, allergic reactions may develop at the site of application of the ointment, which is manifested by redness of the skin, itching, rash.
Finally
Many diseases can be cured withdrug "Levomekol." What exactly is used medication and how to apply it correctly, you learned from this article. But remember that this is a drug containing an antibiotic, so before you apply it on the skin, consult with a specialist.
