Dermatitis is an inflammatory lesion of the skin that occurs due to the action of various irritating factors (chemical, biological, physical). At the heart of the disease, which consists of several different forms, are allergic reactions of immediate and delayed types.
Treatment of dermatitis - a complex, including the use of various external means (often in the form of ointments). Ointments for the treatment of dermatitis can be conditionally divided into two large groups: hormonal and non-hormonal. Let's consider some names of such means which are often appointed in dermatological practice.
Non-hormonal ointments from dermatitis
Ointment Panthenol
Effective drug, which is prescribed for various violations of the integrity of the skin, dermatitis, trophic ulcers, etc. Active ingredient ointment - dexpanthenol, vitamin B, which helps moisturize the skin, increase its protective properties, activate regeneration processes, has anti-inflammatory effect.
Zinc ointment
A remedy for dermatitis and other skin lesions. The main substance of the drug - zinc oxide, which has a powerful anti-inflammatory, as well as antiseptic effect. Also, the ointment helps to soften the skin, has a drying property.
Ointment Radevit
It has an anti-inflammatory, reparative, antipruritic, softening effect, improves the protective function of the skin and processes of keratinization. As part of the product - vitamins A, D3 and E on a water-based basis, effectively improving the skin condition. It is a unique ointment that has no analogues, recommended from seborrheic dermatitis, eczema, neurodermatitis, dermatitis, and also to soften, nourish and moisturize healthy skin.
Naftaderm (liniment)
Ointment recommended for the treatment of atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, eczema, ulcers, etc. The drug is based on a natural substance - Naftalan oil, which provides analgesic, anti-inflammatory, disinfectant and antipruritic effect. This remedy is an effective alternative to hormone therapy in dermatology.
Skin-cap cream
Effective in atopic dermatitis, psoriasis, eczema, neurodermatitis, oily and dry seborrhea, etc. The active substance of the drug is zinc pyrithionate, which has antimicrobial and antifungal activity, preventing infection of the affected skin. The product quickly eliminates itching and inflammation, dry skin, can be used for a long time, including when localizing inflammation on the face.
Hormonal ointments from dermatitis
Advantan (ointment, cream, emulsion)
Ointment from allergic dermatitis of all kinds, neurodermatitis, sunburn, etc. Active substance - methyl mednisolone aceponate, which when applied to the skin at recommended doses practically does not have a systemic effect.
Flucinar (gel, ointment)
It is used for severe dry forms of uninfected inflammatory skin diseases: seborrheic and atopic dermatitis, flat and erythematous lichen, erythema, psoriasis, etc. The active ingredient is the synthetic hormone fluocinolone acetonide.
Fucicorte (cream)
The drug used for dermatitis with concomitant bacterial infections. Active substances - betamethasone valerate (glucocorticosteroid) and fusidic acid hemihydrate
Lokoid (ointment, cream, emulsion)
A drug based on hydrocortisone butyrate, which quickly removes inflammation, swelling and severe itching. It is recommended for various types of dermatitis, as well as for psoriasis and eczema.
Kutiveyt (ointment, cream)
The drug prescribed for seborrheic dermatitis , neurodermatosis, eczema, etc. The active substance - fluticasone propionate - glucocorticosteroid with low systemic absorption.