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Vishnevsky ointment for acne
Last reviewed: 10.08.2022
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Ointment Vishnevsky of acne - this is a classic remedy for eliminating a similar problem. This ointment has a wide range of action, high efficiency, and in addition it is completely harmless to health.
Does Vishnevsky's ointment help with acne?
Vishnevsky's ointment includes exclusively natural substances, therefore it is considered safe and highly effective. Contained in it xeroform, tar, and castor oil can help with the appearance of acne, quickly and qualitatively eliminating all skin problems.
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Pharmacodynamics
Due to the proportional combination of the elements of Vishnevsky's ointment, the medicine acquires a variety of medicinal properties, such as: disinfecting, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, restoring, drying, and softening and decongestant.
The drug acts as follows: first, the skin begins to act on castor oil - softens it and promotes the expansion of the pores. Due to this, other components of the ointment make it possible to penetrate into the deeper layers of the epidermis. Then the xeroform, which has gone deep into the skin, begins to act, it neutralizes the inflammation and disinfects the area of the lesion. As a result, swelling and redness come off the skin - it becomes fresh and clean. The influence of xerobean can cause burning or tingling of the skin. Lastly, the action of tar begins, which actively stimulates the skin's receptors, so that it quickly heals and recovers.
Dosing and administration
Ointment can eliminate any type of acne. In all cases, it can be used on the same principle:
To apply a medicine it is necessary only on preliminary steamed clean skin, as with open pores its components can penetrate into the deepest layers of the epidermis.
To do this, you need to cleanse your face of makeup and perform its degreasing, using a tonic that does not contain alcohol.
After this, you need to treat the face with ointment (the method depends on what kind of acne is observed in the patient). Subcutaneous inflammations are treated with the help of cotton buds (spot treatment), internal - using a gauze compress, and acne - with the use of a mask.
Perform the procedure best before bed. During the night, all the elements of the ointment have time to exert their influence on the skin, as a result of which pus will come out of the pores. Rinse the medicine in the morning, using soap and warm running water.
Treatment should be repeated until the moment when pimples or acne completely disappear from the skin.
Vishnevsky ointment from subcutaneous acne
Using Vishnevsky's ointment to remove subcutaneous acne is fairly straightforward. It must be applied to the affected area before the pus comes out, and then continue until the remaining wound does not heal. To accelerate the last process, the damaged area is allowed to be processed using hydrogen peroxide.
In the case of subcutaneous acne ointment should be used approximately 2 weeks. During this time, the skin will go through inflammation, and the pimples disappear from the deep subcutaneous layers. In addition, a full course will help stabilize the process of fat metabolism in the skin.
Also, to eliminate subcutaneous acne, it is recommended to treat inflammation sites (each separately) with cotton swabs soaked in an ointment. Then hold the product on the skin for 40 minutes, and rinse.
Vishnevsky ointment from internal acne
To eliminate internal acne, you need to apply ointment at least twice a day. Due to this frequency, pus will quickly leave the wounds - therefore, as the main characteristic of this remedy is its ability to "draw pus" from the pimple on the surface of the skin. Thus, its effect is similar to the properties of ichthyol ointment, but at the same time Vishnevsky has a wider range of influence.
Mask of Vishnevsky ointment from acne
A special mask from Vishnevsky's ointment effectively copes with acne. In cases where there are a lot of subcutaneous acne and acne on the face, it is recommended to make a gauze mask, in which there will be slits for the eyes and nose with the mouth. Ointment should be applied to this gauze, and then put a mask on the face. Keep it about 2.5 hours.
Use of the ointment Vishnevsky from acne during pregnancy
You can use Vishnevsky's ointment to treat acne during pregnancy with the permission of a doctor, although there is generally no evidence that the medicine has had a negative effect on expectant mothers or their babies.
Side effects of the ointment Vishnevsky from acne
Use of the medicine can cause such adverse reactions:
- If the patient is experiencing intolerance to any element of the ointment, itching may begin - in which case the drug should be immediately discontinued;
- Castor oil can cause redness and swelling, because under its influence, blood flows to the surface of the skin.
Before the start of treatment, it is recommended to conduct a test to check for an allergic reaction. To do this, apply a little ointment on the skin of the back and wait until it starts to act.
Shelf life
Ointment Vishnevsky from acne is allowed to use for 5 years from the date of manufacture.
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Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.