Bruises and injuries accompany a person all his life, so you should know what drugs to treat them. So, we will consider in more detail, from what and for what the ointment Dolobene is used.
The composition of the ointment and indications for use
Ointment Dolobene is a medicinal gel with anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. This remedy is for topical external application.
The composition of Dolobene ointment includes:
- dimethylsulfoxide;
- dexpanthenol;
- heparin sodium.
Indications for the use of Dolbieni ointment:
- complex treatment of diseases of the musculoskeletal system (arthritis, arthrosis, osteochondrosis );
- injuries;
- bruises;
- joint and muscle pain;
- sports injuries;
- swelling, bruising.
Method of application of ointment Dolobien
The drug should be applied lightly rubbing movements in a thin layer on the necessary area of the skin or around it, evenly spreading over the entire surface. Ointment should be applied 2-4 times a day. Dolobeni can be used with the dressing by applying a dressing that consists of an air-permeable material. This is done only a few minutes before the alcohol contained in the preparation evaporates.
One of the advantages of the gel is that it can be used by applying a painless physiotherapy method of treatment - electrophoresis, by applying an agent under the cathode.
Before using ointment from bruises, Dolobien should cleanse the skin of other drugs and contaminants, as well as cosmetics. Do not apply gel to bleeding wounds and skin damage, as well as to mucous membranes, because allergic reactions may occur:
- redness;
- rashes on the skin;
- itching;
- burning;
- rise in temperature.
The period of use of Dolbieni ointment is exceptionally individual. It depends on the severity of the condition and the effectiveness of the treatment.
It should be noted that the gel is simple enough to use, but do not forget that it is better to use it on the prescription of a doctor and it is not recommended to do this to patients who have contraindications to the use of the drug.
Contraindications for use
Ointment Dolobene is not prescribed:
- pregnant and lactating;
- those who have renal or hepatic insufficiency:
- patients with asthma and vegetovascular dystonia;
- with increased sensitivity to the components that make up the drug.
It is not recommended to use Dolobene gel simultaneously with medicines containing sulindac, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug.
Possible side effects of the drug
After applying the drug, itching, redness and burning of the skin, an unpleasant odor may appear. In very rare cases, allergic reactions are possible. In case of manifestations of these reactions on the skin, treatment should be stopped and consulted by the doctor in charge of prescribing another drug to continue the course of treatment. Most often, its analogs are assigned.
Drug analogues
Analogues of Dolbieni ointment are:
- Heparin ointment (cheaper drug);
- Fastum gel (not a complete analogue, since this remedy is based on ketoprofen);
- Gel DIP Relief;
- Voltaren emulsifier.
Dolobene ointment is one of the most common, effective and fast acting drugs used in the treatment of injuries, bruises, joint and muscle pain . It is recommended to have in each first aid kit, especially athletes and people who lead an active lifestyle. In general Dolobene has a sufficiently large number of positive reviews and is popular among drugs prescribed by doctors during the treatment of the above diseases.