Phenystil, emulsion 0.1% 8 ml

Name: Phenystil, emulsion 0.1% 8 ml
SKU: 219617
Availability: InStock

€14.32

EAN: 4607045192064 SKU: 219617 Categories: Allergies, Medicine

Description

Blocker of histamine H1-receptors. It has anti-allergic and antipruritic effect.

Reduces increased capillary permeability associated with allergic reactions.

When applied to the skin it reduces itching and irritation caused by skin-allergic reactions.

Indications

Sunburns, Urticaria, Eczema, Burns, Allergies, Dermatosis, Dermatitis, Insect Bites, Itching SkinItching of various origins (except those related to cholestasis): itching dermatosis eczema urticaria insect bites also sunburns domestic and industrial burns (mild degree).

Active ingredient

Dimethinden

Composition

Active ingredient: 1 g of the emulsion contains 1.00 mg of dimethindene maleate.

Auxiliary substances: Benzalkonium chloride 0.1 mg, benzyl alcohol 5.0 mg, butylhydroxytoluene 0.2 mg, edetate disodium 0.5 mg, cocoyl caprylocaprate 25.0 mg, liquid paraffin 25.0 mg, cetoasteromacrogol 20.0 mg, carbomer about 4.0 mg, sodium hydroxide, 30 % m/m solution about 4.0 mg, propylene glycol 150.0 mg, water about 765.2 mg.

How to take, the dosage

It is used externally. The drug should be applied to the affected areas of the skin 2-4 times a day.

In cases of severe itching or widespread skin lesions it is recommended to use oral forms simultaneously.

Interaction

Drug interaction of the drug Phenystil® is not described.

Special Instructions

When using Fenistil® on large areas of the skin exposure to sunlight should be avoided.

If during the period of Fenistil® use the severity of symptoms is not reduced or increased, it is necessary to consult a physician.

The drug is ineffective in itching associated with cholestasis.

The drug contains propylene glycol and benzalkonium chloride. The emulsion also contains butylhydroxytoluene. The listed excipients may cause local allergic reactions (contact dermatitis). Butylhydroxytoluene may also cause irritation of the eyes and mucous membranes.

Pediatric use

In children aged 1 month to 2 years the drug should be used only after medical consultation.
In infants and young children the drug should not be used on large areas of skin, especially if there is inflammation or bleeding.

Effect on the ability to drive vehicles and operate machinery
No effect.

Synopsis

Emulsion for external use is whitish, homogeneous, semi-liquid, with a slight odor of benzyl alcohol.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to dimethindene and other ingredients of the drug closed-angle glaucoma prostatic hyperplasia Children under 1 month of age especially premature infants.

With caution:

Side effects

Determination of the frequency of side effects: very frequently (≥1/10), frequently (≥1/100 and < 1/10), infrequently (≥1/1000 and < 1/100), rarely (≥1/10 000 and < 1/1000), very rarely (< 1/10 000), including individual reports and reactions with unknown frequency (cannot be estimated based on available data).

Skin and subcutaneous tissue: infrequent – dry skin, burning sensation of the skin.

Allergic reactions: very rare (post-registration data) – allergic dermatitis, including skin rash, itching.

If any of the above side effects are aggravated, or any other side effects appeared, the patient should inform the doctor.

Overdose

Symptoms: in case of accidental ingestion of a large amount of the drug, symptoms characteristic of histamine H1-receptor blockers may occur – CNS depression and somnolence (mainly in adults), CNS stimulation and m-cholin-blocking effects (especially in children), including agitation, ataxia, tachycardia, hallucinations, tonic or clonic convulsions, mydriasis, dry mouth and blood dryness in the face.including agitation, ataxia, tachycardia, hallucinations, tonic or clonic convulsions, mydriasis, dry mouth, facial flushes, urinary retention, fever. This may be followed by a decrease in BP.

Treatment: no specific antidote is known. Active charcoal, saline laxative should be administered; measures to maintain cardiovascular and respiratory system function should be taken. Vasoconstrictors may be used to treat arterial hypotension.
In case of accidental overdose the patient should consult a physician.

Pregnancy use

Application of the preparation Fenistil® in I trimester of pregnancy is possible only after consultation with a doctor.

In II and III trimesters of pregnancy and during lactation the gel should not be used on large areas of skin, especially in the presence of inflammation and bleeding.

Nursing mothers should not apply the drug to the teats.

Similarities

Phenystil, Dimethinden, Phenismart

Additional information

Weight	0.440 kg
Shelf life	3 years.
Conditions of storage	The drug should be kept out of reach of children, the gel at a temperature not exceeding 25°C.
Manufacturer	GSC Consumer Healthcare S.A., Switzerland
Medication form	emulsion for external use
Brand	GSC Consumer Healthcare S.A.