Allantoin – Generic Drug Info

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Allantoin

Generic drug information & available brands

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This substance is used in skin creams to moisturize, soothe, and protect the skin. It helps to heal minor skin irritations and makes the skin feel softer. It is generally considered safe for use on the skin during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Indications

Allantoin gel is indicated for following scar treatment:

hypertrophic and keloid scars
scar that occurs after surgery
scar that occurs after amputation, burns and trauma
scar due to traumatic tendon contracture

Pharmacology

Allantoin gel stimulates cellular proliferation. It also supports the development of healthy cells. Allantoin is convenient substance for the treatment of scar through its properties of stimulating epithelization and providing elastic surface formation. Allantoin gel also contains extract of allium cepa which is derived from the membrane of allium cepa (onion membrane). It shows antiphlogistic effects through inhibition of in inflammatory mediators' secretion and anti-allergenic effect. Extract of Allium cepa inhibits growth of fibroblast of different origin, particularly kelloidal fibroblasts. It has also bactericidal effect. While these properties stimulate primary wound healing, it prevents non-physiological scar formation.

Dosage & Administration

Important:
Do not take any medication without a doctor's prescription. Self-medication can be dangerous.

Allantoin gel should be applied once daily for at least 8 weeks on the new scars and for 3-6 months on existing scars. Continue with a circular motion until the gel is completely absorbed. Treatment may take several weeks or months depending on size of existing scars and contracture.

It should be used as soon as wound has closed. Don't use Allantoin gel on stitches - wait until any stitches have been removed.

Use in Children: Allantoin gel is safe and tolerable from 6 months of age.

Interaction

This product is not known to affect, or to be affected by, other medicines.

Contraindications

Contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to any of the ingredients.

Side Effects

Allantoin gel is generally well tolerated even on long term use. In rare cases some local irritations are reported such as slight erythema and itching.

Pregnancy & Lactation

There are no studies conducted during pregnancy and lactation periods. Therefore, it should be used with caution.

Precautions & Warnings

Avoid contact with eyes, the inside of the nose or mouth and other mucous membranes. For external use only.

Storage Conditions

Do not store above 30°C. Keep away from light and out of the reach of children.

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Available Brands

1 found

Brand	Strength	Type	৳
ScarFix Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.	0.5%	Topical Gel	-

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