Dimexide: instructions for use and description

Dimexide medication describes the application instruction as a means with a unique ability to change the sensitivity of microflora, resistant to broad-spectrum antibiotics. In addition, the important properties of the drug are pronounced anesthetic (local), as well as antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory actions.

Thanks to the properties listed above, this tool can be used quite widely. The drug "Dimexide" instruction for use advises to use for the treatment of patients suffering from the following diseases:

• Bechterew's disease ;
• Streptoderma;
• Bruises;
• Any inflammatory processes in the musculoskeletal system;
• Purulent wounds;
• Inflammatory edema;
• Osteomyelitis as a stage of exacerbation, and chronic.

The purpose of this remedy is also shown in a number of other cases, mainly associated with manifestations of inflammation of a different nature.

Dimexide: Properties and Characteristics

Wide opportunities in the use of the drug are due to its unique property to penetrate the membranes of the skin cells, and thereby enhance not only its own action, but also the effect of the medications used in parallel. In this case, the medicine "Dimexide" acts as a kind of vehicle, delivering the necessary substances deep into the cells. Already in five minutes after application to the skin the drug enters the blood, which indicates its more than high penetrating ability. In this regard, it is often used not only for its intended purpose, but also as an additive for various masks, fragments and medicinal mixtures.

Since the drug "Dimexide" instructions for use characterizes as a substance that can almost immediately enter the patient's blood, he has a number of contraindications. In particular, it can not be used by pregnant women, regardless of the trimester, as well as nursing mothers. In addition, the drug "Dimexide" is contraindicated in patients suffering from cataracts, cardiovascular insufficiency, impaired renal function and excretory system, liver disease, glaucoma, a stroke. For persons of retirement age, the drug is recommended for use with caution and, if possible, it is replaced by alternative therapy.

Side effects that develop as a result of the use of Dimexide medication can occur in the form of the following symptoms: diarrhea, nausea, insomnia, itching, headache, burning in places of use.

Use the drug "Dimexide" instructions for use, advises in the form of tampons or compresses, applying them to areas of the skin that require intensive care. Do not use the medicine undiluted - before using, you need to make an aqueous solution, in which the ratio of the preparation and water will be 1: 1. With increased sensitivity of the skin and the appearance of redness and burning, you can try to reduce the concentration of the drug, making a ratio of 1: 3. If irritation persists, stop using Dimexide.

Before using the drug, it is advisable to conduct a skin sensitivity test. For this it is necessary to dilute the medicated Dimexid diluted to the recommended concentration on a small area of the skin with a cotton swab. If after the passage of time there is no allergic reaction, you can use the drug for treatment. Also, caution should be used in the immediate vicinity of the mucous membranes and eyes.