Ointment Etonium is an antiseptic medicinal and disinfectant. It prevents the development of many bacteria and, at the same time, destroys them. Effective ointment in the fight against staphylococci and streptococci, and many other microorganisms. Also, the ointment promotes rapid healing of wounds and is an anesthetic.
Main characteristics of ointment
One hundred grams of ointment contains one gram of etonium. It has a yellowish hue with a specific smell. Additional components:
- petrolatum;
- lanolin anhydrous;
- purified water.
Produce the drug in the form:
- Pasta, which contains about 7% active ingredient (packaging in a jar 20 g);
- ointment, where the active substance is contained in 0.5% -1.0% (packaging jar 15 g-25 g).
Indications for use
As the instruction for the use of Etozium ointment reads, the agent is used for:
- the need for analgesic and antimicrobial action;
- rapid healing of various inflammations of the skin and mucous membranes;
- rapid healing of purulent ulcers;
- treatment of the skin when cracking the nipples;
- elimination of burns during sun damage to the skin;
- treatment of dermatoses ;
- treatment for cracking of the rectum;
- elimination of symptoms of diseases of the oral mucosa (stomatitis);
- treatment of inflammatory processes of the gingival membrane ( gingivitis );
- eliminating the inflammation of the ear canal.
It can also be used in gynecology.
Recommendations for dosage ointments
Ointment Etony intended for topical application. Dosage of Etoenium ointment depends on the type and extent of the disease. For example, in the treatment of various inflammations, wounds and skin injuries, as well as nipple cracks, apply from 0.5% to 2.0% of the ointment. The course of treatment ranges from three days to three months. But in some cases it is not recommended to use the remedy for more than 15 days. Ointment should be applied to the affected skin once or twice a day.
Contraindications for use
If you have increased individual sensitivity to the drug, then Ointment Ointment should not be used.
Side effects are allergy, redness and itching of the skin. With other drugs, no interaction is established.
If for any reason this drug can not be used, you should pay attention to the analogues of Eto-nium ointment. They are:
- Linetol;
- Vinisol;
- Amprovisol.
It is best stored in a dry place and without access to light rays. Also it is necessary to exclude contact with children.
Shelf life of Ezoti ointment is 2 years (with proper storage). Before you start using, you need to consult a doctor.