Ointment for colds on the lips: what, when and how to smear?

Antiviral and antibacterial cold ointment on the lips (herpes) is the most common treatment for this disease. Ointment must be applied without delay, at the initial stage - immediately, as you feel that the skin in the corners of the mouth and the inner surface of the lips begins to pinch, tingle, redden and itch. In no case can one scratch oneself - a “wawl” can be smashed into half a face.

With the advent of cold weather, the human immune system, which protects the body from infections, begins to falter: people more often catch cold and complain of indisposition. It is at this time that pathogenic microbes and viruses get a chance to manifest their “possibilities”, for example, in the form of cold on the lips.

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Cold ointment on the lips - herpes

When we talk about colds on the lips - itching and unpleasant vesicles, then we are talking about herpes. This is a virus (herpes simplex virus - Herpes simplex), which, according to WHO (World Health Organization) experts, every 9 people out of 10 are infected on our planet.

The biological feature of this resident virus is that it enters the human body and parasitizes it. And manifests itself in hypothermia, exhaustion, vitamin deficiency, stress and attacks of other infections (ARI, ARVI, flu). Since there is no way to get rid of the herpes virus once and for all, one thing remains: to strengthen the immune system.

Cold ointment on lips is applied to itchy skin or on the bubbles that have already appeared, filled with liquid, several times a day for 4-5 days. Use cotton swabs for this manipulation, and if you touch the sore spot with your fingers, wash your hands immediately with hot water and soap. And in general, so that someone from your surroundings does not catch the infection, use a separate towel, cup and cutlery.

For the treatment of herpes on the lips, doctors recommend a number of effective means for external use - antiviral ointments. These are ointments "Acyclovir", "Zovirax", "Vectavir", "Gerpevir", "Gerpferon", "Herperax", "Virolex", "Vivorax", etc. All these drugs are analogues - trademarks of different manufacturers (and, respectively different cost). Both the use and the effectiveness of these analog preparations are identical, since the main active ingredient in their composition is the same - acyclovir.

And the substance is in ointments for colds on the lips is very effective. The metabolism products of acyclovir are introduced into the herpes virus DNA and disrupt the process of its reproduction, thus no new rash on the lips occurs. By the way, the American pharmacologist Gertrude Elyon received the Nobel Prize in Physiology and Medicine in 1988 for creating acyclovir.

Other herbal remedies are recommended for herpes. For example, Viru Merz ointment, which contains the substance thromantadine. This drug acts quickly and efficiently: the day after its use, you can see an improvement. However, there is a side effect in the form of a possible acute inflammation of the skin (dermatitis).

Antiviral drug "Alpizarin" - a cold ointment on the lips on the basis of a medicinal plant kopechnik. Besides the fact that this ointment has antiviral activity against the herpes virus, it increases the production of gamma-interferon in human blood cells. 5% Alpizarin ointment is used to lubricate the rash 4-6 times a day. The treatment is carried out from 3-5 days to 3-4 weeks - depending on the severity of the disease.

2-3% tebrofen ointment for cold on the lips is used to lubricate the affected areas during the first week of the disease - 3-4 times a day. This tool can cause side effects - a burning sensation at the site of application of the ointment.

At the heart of the ointment "Gossypol" (3% liniment) is a gossypol substance, which is obtained when processing seeds of cotton or from cotton roots. This ointment should be applied to the problem area at least 4-6 times a day for a week. As a side effect can be burning and redness of the skin.

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"Acyclovir" - cold ointment on the lips

The drug "Acyclovir" for external use is available in the form of ointment and in the form of a cream. It is recommended to apply this cold ointment on the lips when the first symptoms of the disease occur, since its main antiviral component, acyclovir, prevents the formation of new elements of the rash, accelerates the formation of crusts and thereby reduces the likelihood of the virus spreading from the primary focus to the skin.

With herpes simplex skin and mucous membranes ointment is applied 5 times a day - every hour. Treatment lasts from 5 to 10 days. Among the contraindications marked individual intolerance to the drug, pregnancy and lactation in women. And side effects can be expressed in the form of pain, burning and itching in contact with mucous membranes, as well as skin rashes.

According to pharmacists, prolonged or repeated treatment with a cold ointment on the lips “Acyclovir” in patients with significant immune deficiency can lead to the appearance of strains of viruses insensitive to the action of the drug.

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Cold ointment in the nose

The manifestation of herpes simplex virus is often observed in the area of the nasolabial triangle - under the nose, on the wings of the nose and on the inner surface of the nostrils. Its main signs are: severe itching and burning in the nose, redness and small blisters in and around the nose.

In this case, drugs are prescribed to stimulate the immune system, and locally - as with colds on the lips - antiviral ointments are used: "Acyclovir", "Zovirax", "Gerpevir" (or their analogues), "Alpizarin", "Gossipol".

Cold ointment "Tromandin" is recommended in the early stages of the disease, that is, before the formation of bubbles. Ointment is applied to the damaged areas (slightly rubbing) 3-5 times a day, but it is possible more often, depending on the condition of the skin and nasal mucous membranes. However, if there is no improvement after two days from the start of the ointment, treatment with thromantadine should be stopped.

The side effects of this cold ointment in the nose are manifested in the form of local skin allergies (allergic dermatitis), as well as increased itching, swelling, redness and pain.

If a cold in the nose is not associated with herpes, and you are worried about burning and dryness in the nose, as well as difficulty breathing through the nose and excessive formation of dry crusts on the nasal mucosa, then it can be atrophic rhinitis - chronic inflammation of the nasal mucosa. But only an ENT doctor can make an accurate diagnosis. The causes of this disease lie in such external factors as a dry climate, excessive gas pollution or dustiness of the air.

In this case, various topical preparations - nasal drops and ointments - help well. But it’s very difficult to determine on your own what to treat this disease, so it’s better to contact a doctor.

Drying and inflammation of the nasal mucosa is a common symptom of chronic catarrhal rhinitis caused by infection. To get rid of these symptoms, antimicrobial ointments such as sulfanilamide and salicylic, as well as antiseptic ointments "Bactroban" and "Boromentol" are used.

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Cold ointment on face

A cold on the face, caused by the activation of the herpes virus in the human body, can manifest as itching, redness and rash on the cheeks, in the ears and on the forehead. As well as general malaise and even increase in temperature.

According to medical statistics, the herpes virus, dormant in the human body, from time to time (especially when cooling and weakening of the immune system) is activated in 17-20% of people. This phenomenon is called a recurrent physicians, which often appears rashes on the skin of the face.

In addition to the above-mentioned ointments "Acyclovir", "Zovirax", "Gerpevir" and other drugs of this series, they apply a cold ointment on the face "Cycloferon", which contains interferon. Interferon activates the immune system, combats inflammation and accelerates the healing process of the affected skin. This liniment (liquid ointment) is applied with a thin layer on the skin rash 1 time per day for 5 days.

Cold Ointment on the face "Bactroban" is used for skin diseases caused by a wide range of microbes and bacteria, including the herpes virus. This ointment is used to lubricate the rash on the skin: 4-5 times over 5 days. It is contraindicated to apply in violation of renal function and is not recommended for pregnant and lactating women.

Tetracycline cold ointment

Used in the treatment of many diseases tetracycline cold ointment is a bacteriostatic broad-spectrum antibiotic. This drug does not kill germs, but stops their growth and reproduction.

Tetracycline ointment is used for so long that some microbes no longer react to it. However, it is very effective in combating acne and acne on the face, as well as in treating trophic ulcers and furunculosis. And for cold sores caused by herpes, it is recommended to apply at the stage of formation of crusts, as tetracycline inhibits protein synthesis in cells of pathogens.

On the affected skin ointment is applied 1-2 times a day. Treatment lasts from several days to 2-3 weeks.

Allergic reactions: burning, skin flushing, swelling, or other signs of irritation. Contraindications: hypersensitivity and childhood (up to 11 years).

Oxolinic Cold Ointment

In the season of colds and rampant respiratory infections, you must protect your body. Moreover, the viruses and strive to get into it the shortest way - through the mucous membrane of the upper respiratory tract.

And here, the proven generations of oxolinic cold ointment will help - cheap but effective. It is enough to lubricate this “entrance” into the nose (the inner side of both nostrils) with this ointment before leaving the house, and the “doors” of the body for any infections transmitted by airborne droplets will be closed.

That is, a thin layer of antiviral oxolinic ointment (0.25%), active against adenoviruses, herpes viruses and influenza viruses, will prevent them from entering the nasal mucosa, which means that they will not be able to get to the capillaries and spread through the bloodstream through your to the body.

At night, the remains of oxolinic ointment should be removed - rinse inside the nostrils with warm water. Pregnant women are not recommended to use oxolinic ointment for antiviral prophylaxis for more than 25 days in a row.

By the way, the main active ingredient of this wonderful ointment is oxolin, and its full name is dioxotetrahydroxitrahydronaphthalene.

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Ointment under the nose for cold

We have just told you about oxolinic ointment and its proper use. Now - about another no less legendary ointment under the nose for a cold. And this, of course, the Gold Star ointment-balm is a local irritating, distracting and antiseptic preparation of plant origin.

The composition of the ointment "Golden Star" includes: menthol, camphor, mint oil, eucalyptus oil, clove oil and cinnamon oil. All this is combined with petroleum jelly, beeswax and lanolin.

The composition of essential oils, compiled according to the traditions of Oriental medicine, provides the therapeutic and prophylactic effect of this balm for many diseases and, above all, for colds. For its prevention, you need to apply a small amount of ointment on the index finger and lightly rub into the skin under and around the nose, as well as in the submandibular region and at the back of the head.

To get rid of a cold with a cold, “Golden Star” is smeared under the nose and back of the nose. And in the second case, a good massage of the reflex zones, located between the back of the nose and cheekbones.

It should be borne in mind that the use of this ointment under the nose for colds is contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity to substances entering the balm, as well as children up to two years.