Ointment "Bepanthen" - a remedy for external use. The active substance is provitamin B5 (dexpanthenol). The component undergoes rapid absorption in the cells of the skin. When penetrating into the epithelium, the active substance undergoes a transformation, turning into pantothenic acid.
This compound is an element of coenzyme A, takes an active part in acetylation, the synthesis of acetylcholine, promotes faster regeneration of mucous membranes and skin, increases the density of collagen fibers, and normalizes metabolic processes in cells. The drug "Bepanten", among other things, has an anti-inflammatory (to a small extent), moisturizing effect on the cover. The cost of the medicine is about 300 rubles.
Is there a cheap analogue of Bepanthen?
Preparations that have a similar effect, a sufficient number are produced today. However, not all of them are available to the general public. One of the inexpensive means is the medicine "Panthenol" - an analogue of the "Bepanten" ointment. The drug is available in a convenient dosage form - in the form of an aerosol. Its cost is from 80 rubles.
Destination
Drugindicated to accelerate the regeneration process in case of damage to the mucous membranes and skin of various origins. An analogue of "Bepanten" - the medicine "Panthenol" - is recommended for the treatment of postoperative aseptic wounds, solar and thermal burns, abrasions. The drug is used for blistering and bullous dermatitis, skin grafts.
Apply method
When treating the affected skin surface, the medicine bottle is held vertically. The valve must be at the top. Before applying the drug, the balloon should be shaken. The product is used to treat the skin several times a day. The duration of the period during which the analogue of "Bepanten" - the spray "Panthenol" is used depends on the severity of the symptoms. The cylinder should not be used near heaters or open flames.
Side effects that provoke the analog of "Bepanthen"
Medicine "Panthenol" can cause allergic reactions. As a rule, they appear in patients who are hypersensitive to the active ingredient of the drug - dexpanthenol - or any of the additional substances of the drug. With the appearance of a rash on the skin, irritation or other signs of an allergic reaction, the drug is canceled. In this case, you need to visit a doctor. A specialist in such a situation may recommend another analogue of Bepanten.
Contraindications
The drug "Panthenol" is not recommended for intolerance to the components. If indicated, the drug is allowed to be usedpregnant or lactating patients. During these periods, the medication should be used with extreme caution under the supervision of a doctor.
More information
In practice, there are no cases of overdose of the drug, even if it is accidentally swallowed. However, caution should be exercised when using the drug. Store the medication out of the reach of children, away from direct sunlight. Spraying on weeping wounds is not recommended.
