Signs of lichen
The ointment suppresses the growth and development of vital functions of parasites that have viral and fungal forms. These drugs have a targeted effect and relieve skin flaking, itching and redness.
Along with them, compounds containing sulfur and tar are actively used in treatment. Solutions of salicylic acid are often used. What ointments are considered the best for treating various types of lichen?
Mechanism of action of antimycotics
Antimycotics are a type of medicine that occupies a special place in the complex treatment of pityriasis versicolor.
Antimycotics are antifungal drugs that are characterized by specific activity against fungi that provoke the development of dermatological diseases.
The mechanism of action of antifungal agents is to block the synthesis of nucleic acids, ergosterol and proteins in the cells of harmful microorganisms, as a result of which the cell membrane is damaged and the yeast fungus dies.
Important!
Antimycotics are prescribed depending on the location of the affected area, the type of pathology, the spectrum of action, as well as the pharmacokinetics and toxicity of the drug.
Treatment of pityriasis rosea
The type of lichen is considered not contagious. It flows easily. Do not resort to intensive care during treatment. Some experts believe it may be caused by an infection. Heals quickly. Therapy is aimed at relieving symptoms. The use of various emulsions with sulfur and salicylic acid is indicated.
What components are present in ointments for the treatment of lichen?
Sulfur-tar ointment. Removes all signs of the disease. Active components dry the surface and promote healing. The course of treatment depends on the degree of the disease and lasts up to two weeks.
Sulfur-salicylic ointment. Kills the source and promotes healing. The course is carried out for ten days.
Oletterin ointment is often used in the diagnosis of this species. Gives excellent results in the fight against bacteria.
For particularly severe forms and to prevent re-development, ointments containing steroid hormones are used. Sinaflar, Flucinar extinguish lesions and quickly heal the skin. But professionals recommend using such medications rarely.
Predisposing factors
Pityriasis versicolor is observed more often in adults. The incidence of pityriasis versicolor does not differ by gender (i.e., men and women are affected).
This type of dermatological disease is much less commonly diagnosed in older people and children under 14 years of age .
The occurrence and activity of the fungus are provoked by factors predisposing to the disease:
- hyperhidrosis – increased sweating;
- changing the formula of the secretion produced by the sweat glands;
- oily seborrhea;
- vegetative-vascular dystonia;
- reduction of natural peeling of the dermis;
- dysfunction of the immune system;
- diabetes, tuberculosis, immunodeficiency diseases;
- wet air;
- pregnancy;
- taking hormonal contraceptives, antipyretics, antibiotics, glucocorticoids;
- stress;
- use of low-quality cosmetics;
- genetic (hereditary) predisposition to the disease.
Elimination or correction of the condition that caused the disease speeds up the healing process and prevents relapses in the future. Often, after the elimination of the underlying disease, pityriasis versicolor in a person goes away on its own, without the use of additional therapeutic measures.
Treatment of ringworm and pityriasis versicolor
The skin is affected by parasites that have a fungal form. You can buy ointments at the pharmacy and effectively use them in the treatment of lichen, which are prepared on the basis of zinc.
Mycoseptin. Recommended for cases of ringworm. Kills fungus, relieves itching, heals the skin well.
Miconazole. When affected by pityriasis versicolor, the main element miconazole promotes the mutation of pathogenic organisms, killing them. Apply twice a day.
Completely heals the surface of the lesion.
Exoderil. Popular drug. Blocks the spread of fungi and is suitable for healing hair roots. Can cure pityriasis rosea. It has active naftifine hydrochloride and is used once a day. Removes all signs of the disease.
Terbinafine. Treats all types of fungal infections. The main substance is terbinafine hydrochloride. Dry the skin before application.
Lamisil. Terbinafine, which is included in the composition, prevents the spread of fungal forms and completely destroys them. Not recommended for use by children under two years of age.
Clotrimazole. The ingredient clotrimazole clears the infection when used regularly for two weeks.
Nizoral. Use once a day for ten days.
Ointment Yam. Also used in veterinary medicine. Prescribed for ringworm and pityriasis versicolor. Tar, zinc, turpentine based on petroleum jelly and lanolin successfully cure severe forms of the disease. Has healing properties, removes the source. Not dangerous for children. In the photo, areas of the skin after using Yam ointment were completely cleared of lichen.
Sinalar. When the hair is damaged, it removes the effects of ringworm, heals and eliminates itching. Rub into the surface of the head twice a day.
Flucinar. Belongs to the hormonal group. Prescribed only for chronic forms twice a day. Like Sinalar, it is used for no more than ten days and after consultation with a doctor.
Ointments for the treatment of herpes zoster
Infects with a virus that is classified as herpes. Many drugs contain the active substance anciclovir, which copes well with this infection. Attributed to Antsigerpin, Zovirax, Vivorax, Herperax.
The ointments are applied for a long time up to six times a day. Procedures are carried out regularly. In severe forms of lichen, ointments containing hormones are prescribed.
The virus has a tendency to spread; safety precautions are being followed. Use gloves.
Ibuprofen, Ketoprofen. These ointments are prescribed for severe neuralgic pain; they relieve pain well.
Gel Panavir. Has an antiviral effect.
Ointments for lichen planus
The disease occurs in a severe form with exacerbations. Ointments are used based on tar. Infected areas are lubricated with sea buckthorn oil. Hormones are used.
Advantan. Often prescribed for therapy. It has an antihistamine effect, relieves itching, relieves swelling, and heals well. Apply once daily.
Celestoderm. Contains the active hormone betamethasone. Relieves allergies, irritation, heals the skin with frequent daily use (up to six times).
Analogues of these drugs include hydrocortisone and prednisolone, Flumethasone, Triamcinolone.
They are classified as hormonal drugs, so they are used for a short time during therapy.
It is necessary to strictly follow the instructions for using ointments for lichen.
What diseases can it be associated with?
Individuals with certain medical conditions are more likely to develop pityriasis versicolor. Among them:
- endocrinological diseases - hypothyroidism, thyrotoxic goiter, diabetes mellitus;
- obesity;
- seborrhea;
- chronic diseases of the cardiovascular system;
- chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.
Complications of pityriasis versicolor usually include cosmetic defects of the skin, but if you really want to, you can get rid of them without a trace, this can be done with the achievements of modern plastic medicine.
Folk remedies
Used along with drug treatment. How to prepare ointment for ringworm at home?
Valerian ointment. The ointment contains valerian tincture (1 tsp), iodine (5%), sunflower oil (1 tsp). The affected skin is lubricated 3 times a day.
Sunflower oil ointment. It is strongly heated and applied to the source of infection. We do the procedure very carefully, you can get burned.
Propolis ointment. Mix the oil with propolis. The mixture is heated in a water bath. Every other day, rub the resulting mixture into the affected areas.
Sea buckthorn ointment. Add sea buckthorn oil to the baby cream in the proportion of 100 grams of cream to 5 grams of oil.
In addition to ointments, tinctures are prepared using bitter herbs, aloe, garlic, onions, immortelle, and celandine. There are a lot of folk recipes for ointments for the treatment of deprivation. But you need to know that for successful treatment of lichen, you need the help of a doctor using complex treatment.
Unconventional therapeutic methods
Traditional medicine is sometimes used as an additional treatment method to pharmacological drugs. They are less effective, but are still used in treatment. You can use the following recipes for local application against fungus:
- Sorrel liniment. Using a blender, fresh sorrel is pureed. Non-liquid sour cream (1:1) is added to the resulting substance. Used in the form of compresses.
- St. John's wort powder. Effectively relieves itching during treatment. Before use, the powder is mixed with Vaseline and applied to the skin.
- Apple cider vinegar. It is considered one of the best non-traditional recipes for the treatment of pityriasis versicolor. It is required to use vinegar of natural origin. The skin is lubricated against fungus for 7 days, 5-6 times a day.
Herbal medicines can be used on the skin of the body only after agreeing on the chosen prescription with the doctor. Usually, the combined use of herbal medicines with pharmacological medications for the disease is required.
