Bepanthen, ointment 5%, 30g

Composition

Active ingredient:

dexpanthenol – 50 mg;

Auxiliary substances:

protegin X,

cetyl alcohol,

stearyl alcohol,

lanolin,

white beeswax

, soft white paraffin,

almond oil,

liquid paraffin,

water.

Pharmacological action

Bepanthen is a regenerating agent.

Pharmacodynamics

Dexpanthenol in skin cells is rapidly converted to pantothenic acid, which is a component of CoA and plays an important role in both the formation and healing of damaged skin; it stimulates skin regeneration, normalizes cellular metabolism.

Pharmacokinetics

When applied externally, it is rapidly absorbed by the skin (quickly absorbed) and converted to pantothenic acid, binds to plasma proteins (mainly beta-globulin and albumin).

Pantothenic acid is not metabolized in the body and is excreted unchanged.

Indications

Bepanthen is used in adults and children for:

• prevention and treatment of dry skin in violation of the integrity of its cover;
• the care of the Breasts during lactation (treatment of dryness and painful nipple cracks);
• treatment and care for baby’s skin (diaper rash, diaper dermatitis);
• enhancing the healing process of the skin with small injuries, mild burns, abrasions, skin irritations, chronic ulcers, bedsores, and fractures during transplantation of skin.

Contraindications

Contraindication to the use of Bepanthen is:

• hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.

Side effects

When using the drug, you may: :

Allergic reactions: urticaria, pruritus.

Interaction

Interactions with other medicinal products are unknown.

How to take, course of use and dosage

Dosage and use method

Apply externally. The ointment is applied to the damaged or inflamed area of the skin 1-2 times a day and lightly rubbed.

Dosage regimen for different age groups

Breast care for nursing mothers: ointment is applied to the nipples after each feeding.

children care: the ointment is applied with each change of diaper (diaper).

Overdose

Dexpanthenol, even in very high doses, is well tolerated and does not cause any adverse reactions.

So far, no overdose cases have been reported.

Cases of hypervitaminosis are unknown.

Description

Bepanthen leader in sales in the category of treatment and skin care(1), presents Bepanthen ointment. Bepanthen Ointment is a proven remedy(2) for treating diaper rash in children and cracked nipples in nursing mothers. The ingredients that make up Bepanthen Ointment provide a double action: – Provitamin B5 stimulates the healing of damaged skin; (2) – A high concentration of natural lanolin(3) allows you to form a breathable layer on the skin, protecting it from repeated irritation. (2) The composition of Bepanthen ointment is completely free of preservatives, dyes and flavorings that can cause allergic reactions. (2) The product’s favorable safety profile allows it to be applied even on the vulnerable skin of newborns. (4) More than 70 years of global application experience(2)Multiple clinical trials(2) 1. Bayer’s Bepanthen is the world’s leading over-the-counter skincare and treatment product based on the global over-the-Counter drug database DB6 by Nicholas Hall,2017, euro. 2. Vasilevsky I. V. Optimization of skin care in newborns and children // International reviews: clinical practice and health. 2015, no. 1, pp. 5-18.3. Auxiliary substance in the composition of Bepanthen ointment, the concentration is 25%.4. In a comparative randomized study involving 62 newborns, none of the children who were prescribed Bepanthen ointment for preventive purposes (n=40) developed diaper dermatitis during their hospital stay, and no adverse reactions were observed. Yatsyk G. V., Akoev Yu. S. Clinical efficacy of various newborn skin care products based on D-panthenol Consilium medicum. Appendix / / Pediatrics. 200 №6 (2).

Special instructions

Precautions when taking the drug

Avoid contact with eyes.

Interaction with alcohol

There are no data on interaction with alcohol.

Conditions of release from pharmacies

The drug is approved for use as an over-the-counter product.

Form of production

Ointment for external use

Storage conditions

Bepanthen should be kept out of the reach of children at a temperature not exceeding 25°C.

Shelf

life is 3 years.

Active ingredient

Dexpanthenol

Dosage form

ointment

Description

For Adults, Nursing Mothers, Children, And Pregnant women

Indications

Burns, Cracked nipples in nursing mothers, Diaper rash, Dermatitis, Minor Skin injuries, Sunburn