Bepanten, 5% ointment 100 g

Pharmacological group

Tissue regeneration stimulant.

Pharmacological action

Dexpanthenol is quickly converted in the skin cells into pantothenic acid, which is part of coenzyme A and plays an important role both in the formation and healing of damaged skin. It stimulates skin regeneration and normalizes cell metabolism.

Pharmacokinetics

Dexpanthenol is quickly absorbed by the skin (quickly absorbed) and converted to pantothenic acid.

Binds with plasma proteins (mainly with albumin and β-globulin).

Pantothenic acid is not metabolized in the body and is excreted unchanged.

Indications

Bepanten is used in adults and children for:

Active ingredient

Composition

1 g of ointment contains:

Active substances:

dexpanthenol 50 mg.

Associates:

Protegin X – 50 mg,

Cetyl alcohol – 18 mg,

stearyl alcohol – 12 mg,

White beeswax – 40 mg,

lanolin – 250 mg,

soft white paraffin – 130 mg,

almond oil – 50 mg,

liquid paraffin – 150 mg,

purified water – up to 1000 mg.

How to take, the dosage

It is used externally. The ointment is applied to the damaged or inflamed area of the skin 1-2 times a day and lightly rubbed.

Milk care for nursing mothers: Apply the ointment to the nipples after each feeding.

Infant care: apply the ointment every time the diaper is changed.

Interaction

Special Instructions

Synopsis

Contraindications

The contraindication to the use of Bepanten is:

Side effects

Allergic reactions: urticaria, itching.

Overdose

Pregnancy use

Bepanten® ointment can be used in children, during pregnancy, during breastfeeding.

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