You may have noticed that this ointment wind has been blowing on the Internet in the past two years
Some bloggers write articles with scary headlines
What "a small ointment kills a thousand yuan skin care products"
Others say "There is no small ointment that can't solve the skin problem, if there is, then two!" ”
Some also attach high-definition contrasting photos that are particularly contrasting before and after...
P over or not P I don't know
But everyone is itching when they see it
Wow, how could I miss such a good thing
Quickly go and pull the grass
So are these little ointments really that magical?
This article will talk about the small ointments that doctors often prescribe, and what they are used for.
The first category: acne-free drugs
(1) Benzoyl peroxide gel
Benzoyl peroxide gel, commonly known as "Bansai", is a common medicine used to treat papular pustular acne.
Peroxybenzoyl, looking at the name, knows that it is a peroxide, which is very easy to decompose. Peroxybenzoyl can release new ecological oxygen and benzoic acid by decomposing with organic matter, achieving the triple effect of sterilization, anti-inflammatory and anti-acne.
In other words, Banser can "slaughter" Propionibacterium acnes, inhibit sebum secretion, and dissolve keratin. Therefore, dermatologists often prescribe peroxybenzoyl gel (Bansai) for patients with mild acne who manifest primarily small amounts of papules and pustules. It is recommended to dispense, that is, to apply a thin layer on the acne area.
(2) Listin Fusidic acid
This is also a broad-spectrum antibiotic, fusidic acid is relatively new, while the antibacterial spectrum is relatively broad drug, is currently more commonly used in acne treatment.
It should be noted that fusidic acid is a prescription drug, which needs to be prescribed by a doctor and can only be used under the guidance of a doctor, do not use it casually. Because these acnes of redness and suppuration are generally very related to microorganisms, and the infection is serious to a certain extent, fusidic acid may become a good helper and can be selected for use under the guidance of a doctor.
The second category: sensitive special drugs
(1) Tacros Putep
Tacrolimus was once the "miracle drug" for the treatment of immune-related diseases such as atopic dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis, hormone-dependent dermatitis, and vitiligo in the minds of patients.
Tacrolimus ointment is a calcineurin inhibitor, a non-glucocorticoid topical immunomodulator, does not contain hormones, can replace the anti-inflammatory effect of hormone preparations, but also avoid long-term adverse reactions caused by topical hormone preparations. However, tacrolimus ointment can not be used for a long time, and there is also a dependence when used too much, so it is necessary to strictly follow the doctor's advice.
(2) Butyl flufennarate butter ointment
It is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug that has a therapeutic effect on skin diseases such as non-infectious subacute eczema, chronic eczema, and chronic lichen simplex.
The third category: antipruritic drugs
Many allergic diseases have the characteristics of easy recurrence, and it is difficult to achieve "one-step cure". Then when the symptoms of itching appear, it is very necessary for patients to actively use some antipruritic ointments to relieve symptoms and reduce scratching.
There are many drugs used for antipruritic, some of which directly play an antipruritic effect locally, such as some external preparations; some play an antipruritic effect through anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory effects, such as some internal drugs. Today I will only briefly introduce some commonly used topical preparations for you.
◆ Camphor, menthol, ice tablets, etc. have a certain volatile drug, which is applied to the skin by stimulating the cold receptors in the epidermis to produce a cooling and anti-itching effect.
◆ Calamine, zinc oxide, talcum powder and other mild protective drugs, formulated detergents, also known as suspension agents (oscillating agents) for some acute dermatitis eczema can often receive good anti-inflammatory and antipruritic effects.
◆ Also, the treatment of some acute dermatitis with normal saline or ordinary water cold wet compresses also plays an ideal anti-inflammatory and antipruritic effect, which is convenient and safe, and there will be no side effects.
◆ Glucocorticoids (such as hydrocortisone, dexamethasone, mometasone furoate, etc.) and some non-hormonal anti-inflammatory drugs (such as ethoxyphenesalamide, bupropenolic acid, etc.) formulated creams, liniments are widely used in the treatment of a variety of allergic skin diseases, through its powerful anti-inflammatory effect to achieve a good antipruritic effect. It should be noted that such preparations have certain adverse reactions and must be selected under the guidance of a specialist.
The introduction of external ointments is here first.
Let's say it again here, the introduction of ointments is not for everyone to go to pharmacies or the Internet to buy back for self-treatment, nor is it a must-have family medicine box guide at home, I hope that everyone will never use them.