There are antibacterial drugs effective for both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria and fungi. Dekaminovyj ointment concerns to such means - one of the most universal medicines against infections of various character.
Instructions for use Dekaminovoi ointment
The instruction to Dekamin, or Dekaminov ointment, suggests using this medical preparation for the treatment of such diseases:
- Candidiasis of the oral mucosa;
- candidiasis of the skin;
- candidiasis of nail ridges and plates;
- candidiasis of genital organs and urinary system;
- mycosis of the nails;
- stomatitis;
- tonsillitis;
- glossitis ;
- inflammatory processes of various origin.
In general, the product assumes external use, but also when ingested, the drug does not pose a health threat. The main active substance, dequalinium chloride, has a fungicidal effect on bacteria, has hemostatic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Dekaminovaja ointment, according to the instruction, it is used 3 times a day, probably long imposing on a problem place in the form of a compress. The course of treatment in normal conditions is 2-3 days, but if necessary, it can be extended by 10 or more days. In the event that antibiotics are additionally used, the effect of the drug may be stronger and persistent.
Treatment should be accompanied by microscopic control of the presence of fungi in the affected area. It is difficult to independently conduct such an analysis, therefore, a regular visit to the doctor's office is necessary.
Cases of overdose are not known. Contraindication to use is the individual sensitivity to Decamina. It is inadmissible to combine the use of the drug with soap and other anionic detergents.
Analogues of Decamine ointment
The complete analogue of the drug in composition is Fluomizin. It is available not only in the form of ointments, but also in the form of vaginal suppositories. Indications for use and contraindications Fluomizin comply with the instructions for all antiseptics, including Dekamine.
As analogs on the effect, such drugs can be chosen:
- Betadine ;
- Lugol;
- Miramistin;
- Fukortsin;
- Hexicon;
- Furacilin;
- Imanin and other antibacterial drugs.
Each of them affects a certain type of microorganism, so you should not look for a replacement for Dekaminov ointment yourself. This decision must be made by a doctor.