Advantan (methylprednízolon) ointment 0.1% 15 g. tube

Description

Composition:

1 g of ointment contains 1 mg (0.1%) of methylprednisolone aceponate.

Release form:

Ointment 20 g in an aluminum tube in a cardboard box. Ointment white or slightly yellowish, translucent.

Pharmachologic effect:

Glucocorticosteroid (GCS) for local use.

Indication for use:

Inflammatory skin diseases sensitive to topical GCS therapy:

• atopic dermatitis, neurodermatitis, children’s eczema;
• true eczema;
• microbial eczema;
• occupational eczema;
• dyshidrotic eczema;
• simple contact dermatitis;
• allergic (contact) dermatitis.

Dosage and administration:

For external use.

For adults and children from 4 months of age, the drug is applied once a day with a thin layer to the affected areas of the skin. Continuous daily use of Advantan ointment is for adults no more than 12 weeks, for children – no more than 4 weeks. The ointment is a dosage form with a balanced ratio of fat and water, therefore it is recommended for subacute or chronic inflammatory skin diseases that are not accompanied by weeping.

The ointment has a therapeutic effect, also helping to eliminate dry skin and restore its normal fat content.

Contraindications:

• skin tuberculosis and skin manifestations of syphilis in the area of application of the drug;
• viral skin lesions in the area of ​​application of the drug (for example, with chicken pox, shingles);
• rosacea, perioral dermatitis in the area of application of the drug;
• skin manifestations of reaction to vaccination;
• children’s age up to 4 months;
• hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.

Special instructions:

In the presence of bacterial dermatoses and / or dermatomycosis, in addition to therapy with Advantan, it is necessary to carry out specific antibacterial or antifungal treatment.

Avoid getting methylprednisolone ointment in the eyes. As with the use of systemic corticosteroids, glaucoma may develop with topical corticosteroids (for example, after high doses or very prolonged use, use of occlusive dressings or application to the skin around the eyes).

Influence on the ability to drive vehicles and control mechanisms: not identified.

Storage conditions: The ointment should be stored at a temperature not exceeding 25°C. Shelf life – 3 years.

The drug should be stored out of the reach of children.