The drug "Gystan". Instructions for use

The agent "Gystan" (ointment) describes the instructions as an anti-inflammatory and antipruritic drug. The active substance is mometasone. The component is a synthetic glucocorticosteroid. The medicine also has an antiexudative effect.

Gestant cream. Application

The drug is recommended to patients from two years with inflammation and itching of the skin against the background of dermatoses. The indications include atopic and seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis and other pathologies, in which therapy with glucocorticosteroids is indicated.

Dosing regimen

Liniment is applied externally. Once a day, the drug treats affected areas of the cover. The duration of therapy is from a week to a month. The duration of treatment is determined in accordance with the effectiveness of the medication, the patient's tolerance, as well as the intensity of adverse events.

Contraindications

According to the information that contains the instruction for the use of the drug "Gystan", no medication is prescribed for perioral dermatitis, rosacea. Contraindications include postvaccinal reactions, syphilis, tuberculosis. Not recommended for pregnancy, hypersensitivity. No treatment is prescribed for patients under two years of age who are breastfeeding women. The drug "Gystan" instruction for use does not recommend for viral (including herpetiform), bacterial, fungal infection of the cover. Caution should be observed when treating the facial skin or intertriginoznoy surface, with the use of an occlusive dressing. Treatment of extensive areas or prolonged therapy (in children in particular) should be monitored by a specialist.

Side effects

The drug "Gistan" (instructions for use warns about this) can cause acne, itching, paresthesia, skin irritation. On the basis of treatment, atrophy is likely, maceration, hypopigmentation. Negative consequences include contact allergic dermatitis, secondary infection, pancreas, stria. When using an occlusive dressing, the likelihood of developing unwanted symptoms increases. The drug with prolonged use can provoke systemic side effects, characteristic of glucocorticosteroids. In particular, the development of the Itenko-Cushing syndrome, adrenal insufficiency is likely.

Additional Information

In the case of ineffective use of the drug for three weeks, you need to consult a doctor and clarify the diagnosis. During the entire treatment should monitor the activity of the hypothalamic-pituitary adrenal system. Avoid contact with eyes when using. It should be borne in mind that glucocorticosteroids can change the manifestation of the symptoms of a number of skin pathologies. This, in turn, makes it difficult to make an accurate diagnosis. The drug "Gystan" (instructions for use indicates this) can slow the healing of wounds. After prolonged treatment, a sharp drug cancellation can be accompanied by dermatitis with intense skin flushing and burning sensation. In connection with this, it is recommended to abolish funds gradually.