Stellanin, 3% ointment 20 g

Pharmgroup:

Preparation with anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and tissue regeneration improving action.

Pharmacological action:

The active component of the drug Stellanin is 1.3-diethylbenzimidazolium triiodide. The mechanism of pharmacological activity of the product consists in direct regenerative action of 1.3-diethylbenzimidazolium on damaged skin. Active iodine contained in the drug inactivates bacterial wall proteins and enzyme proteins of bacteria, thus having a bactericidal effect.

Stellanin protects the surface of the wound from infections, suppresses the course of the infection process and promotes healing.
The drug has a wide range of antibacterial activity.

The bacteria Staphylococcus aureus, Clostridium dificille, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Streptococcus viridans, Streptococcus haemolyticus, Proteus mirabilis, Escherichia coli, Neisseria spp. are sensitive to Stellanin; Candida albicans fungi and some other pathogens.

Pharmacokinetics:

Stellanin ointment:

Systemic absorption of the active substance is absent even in damaged skin, nevertheless therapeutic concentrations of the drug are present in the wound.

Indications

Active ingredient

Composition

How to take, the dosage

The drug is applied to the affected skin surface so that the skin area is completely covered with the drug. Duration and frequency of application of the drug depends on the severity of the disease and localization of the process. Daily dose should not exceed 10 g. It is possible to use occlusive dressings and plaster.

In the treatment of granulized burns, wounds and trophic ulcers with poor exudation the drug is applied in an even layer of 1-1.5 mm thickness so that the entire affected surface is covered with the ointment and a sterile gauze dressing is applied.

The dressings are changed once every 1-2 days in the treatment of burns and 1-2 times a day in the treatment of wounds and trophic ulcers. In open treatment of burns the drug is applied 1-2 times a day. The duration of treatment is determined by the dynamics of wound epithelialization.

In case of minor skin injuries (abrasions, cuts, scratches, cracks, scrapes) the drug is applied thinly to the affected surface 2 times a day.

Interaction

The drug should not be used in combination with other antiseptics containing mercury, oxidants, alkalis and cationic surfactants.
In the presence of blood the bactericidal effect of the drug may be reduced.

Special Instructions

The ointment should not be applied to the mucous membranes.

In case of contact of the drug with the eyes or mucous membranes, rinse with warm water.

Contraindications

With caution. Chronic renal insufficiency, II and III trimesters of pregnancy, lactation.

Side effects

In rare cases, there may be skin allergic reactions (itching, hyperemia of the skin), if they occur, you should stop using the drug.

Overdose

No cases of overdose have been described.

Inadvertent ingestion may cause nausea and vomiting.

It is necessary to flush the stomach and seek medical attention, if necessary symptomatic treatment is administered.