Ichthyol ointment 10% tube 30 g

Instructions Ichthyol ointment 10% tube 30 g

Composition

active ingredient: ichthyol;

1 g of ointment contains 0.1 g of ichthyol;

excipient: white soft paraffin.

Dosage form

Ointment.

Main physicochemical properties: dark brown ointment with an ichthyol odor.

Pharmacotherapeutic group

Antiseptics and disinfectants.

ATX code D08A X.

Pharmacological properties

Pharmacodynamics

The pharmacological properties of ichthyol ointment are due to the action of biologically active substances of ichthyol. Ichthyol ointment exhibits antimicrobial (bactericidal and bacteriostatic), anti-inflammatory and local analgesic effects.

Pharmacokinetics

When applied externally, ichthyol ointment is practically not absorbed into the systemic bloodstream and does not exhibit a resorptive effect.

Indication

Burns, eczema, erysipelas, neuralgia, arthritis.

Contraindication

Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.

Interaction with other medicinal products and other types of interactions

When used simultaneously with drugs for external use, new compounds with unpredictable effects may be formed. Incompatible with solutions of iodide salts, alkaloids, and salts of heavy metals.

Application features

Avoid contact of the ointment with mucous membranes. Hands should be washed thoroughly after applying the ointment to prevent ointment residues from getting into the eyes, nose, and mouth.

Ability to influence reaction speed when driving vehicles or other mechanisms

The effect of the drug on the ability to drive vehicles and other mechanisms has not been described.

Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding

The safety and clinical efficacy of the drug during pregnancy or breastfeeding have not been studied.

Method of administration and doses

The ointment is for external use. The drug is applied to the affected area 2-3 times a day in an open or closed (under a bandage) way. The duration of use is determined by the course of the disease and the effectiveness of therapy.

Children

Experience with use in children has not been described.

Overdose

There have been no reports of overdose.

Adverse reactions

Local or generalized manifestations of allergic reactions are possible, including skin rashes, itching, burning, redness of the skin, more often at the beginning of treatment or with prolonged use.

Expiration date

5 years.

Storage conditions

Store in the original packaging at a temperature not exceeding 25 °C; do not freeze. Keep out of the reach of children.

Packaging

30 g in tubes without a pack.

Vacation category

Without a prescription.

Producer

PrJSC Pharmaceutical Factory "Viola".

Location of the manufacturer and its business address

69063, Ukraine, Zaporizhia, Akademika Amosova St., 75.