Xereroform - instructions for use, reviews, analogs and forms of release (powder, ointment 10%, infant powder) antiseptic drug for the treatment of intertrigo, burns, bedsores, wounds in adults, children and pregnancy. Composition

In this article, you can read the instructions for using the drug Xeroform. Comments of visitors of the site - consumers of this medication, as well as opinions of doctors of specialists on the use of Xeroform in their practice are presented. A big request is to actively add their feedback on the drug: the medicine helped or did not help get rid of the disease, which were observed complications and side effects, possibly not declared by the manufacturer in the annotation. Analogues of Xeroblast with available structural analogues.Use for the treatment of intertrigo, burns, bedsores, wounds in adults, children (including infants and newborns), as well as during pregnancy and lactation. Composition of antiseptic.

Xeroform - a medicinal preparation with astringent, antiseptic and drying properties, which is used for diseases of the skin and mucous membranes.

Powder Xerobe is a salt of bismuth, has a yellow color and a weak odor. This drug is practically insoluble in water, ether, alcohol and chloroform.

The decontaminating effect of Xeroform is due to the ability of the drug to exert bactericidal action on microorganisms by binding to the proteins of their cell membranes, which leads to the death of the microbial cell. Application of Xerobes allows to accelerate the healing and regeneration of the affected tissues. The drug is low-toxic, does not irritate the mucous membranes and wounds.

Widespread use in medical practice is due to the ability of the drug to dry the wounds, narrow the vessels, reduce exudation (yield of the liquid part of the blood during inflammation), weaken the inflammatory process, reduce sensitivity,cause the death of disease-causing bacteria.

Xeroform is a part of candles from hemorrhoids Anuzol and Vishnevsky ointments.

Composition

Bismuth salts (bismuth tribromophenolate, bismuth oxide and others) + auxiliary substances.

Indications

• ulcers of skin and mucous membranes;
• poorly healing wounds after surgical interventions;
• wetting and suppuration wounds;
• burns (chemical and thermal);
• frostbite;
• dermatitis;
• intertrigo;
• pressure sores;
• for the healing of umbilical wound in newborn children;
• abscesses of the skin;
• furuncles;
• carbuncles;
• eczema.

Forms of release

Powder.

Ointment 10%.

Eye ointment 3%.

Powder for children.

Instructions for use and how to use them

Before applying the drug to the affected area, wounds should be previously cleaned and disinfected.

Powder

The contents of a single bag spread on a uniform surface on the affected surface. Close with a clean bandage.

Ointment

On the cleaned surface, apply an even layer of 10% ointment, after which the wound can be closed with a bandage.

Eye Ointment

Before applying a 3% ophthalmic ointment, the eye should be rinsed. A small amount of the drug (from the match head) should be placed behind the lower eyelid.

Baby powder

A small amount of powder is applied to the umbilical wound or to the area of ​​diaper dermatitis. Closure of the dressing is not recommended for better drying of the affected area.

Side effect

• redness of the skin;
• the appearance of burning sensation, swelling, rashes on the skin;
• itching at the site of application.

Contraindications

• hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.

Application in pregnancy and lactation

Precise data on the efficacy and safety of Xerofen in pregnant and lactating women are not available, therefore, prescribing for these categories of patients is permitted only in cases where the doctor believes that the benefit to the mother will exceed the potential risks for the child.

Use in children

It is allowed to use appropriate dosage forms in children, including infants and newborns.

special instructions

Shelf life of the drug is 6 years.

Drug Interactions

Xeroform does not interact with other medications, as it is not absorbed into the blood.

Mixing with other ointments and powders for external use is not recommended.

Analogues of the drug Xeroform

Xeroform does not have structural analogs for the active substance.

Analogues for the pharmacological group (antiseptics and disinfectants):

• Ammonia;
• Anuzole;
• Argosulfan;
• Aseptolin;
• Basiron AC;
• Bactoderm;
• Benzamycin;
• Betadine;
• Vinilin (Shostakovsky's Balm);
• Bismuth is the basic nitrate;
• Bismuth subgallate;
• Bismuth subnitrate;
• Bismuth tribromophenolate;
• Hexicon;
• Hydroperite;
• Damisept;
• Ichthyol ointment;
• Iodine;
• Iodinol;
• Iodonate;
• Iodosept;
• Potassium permanganate (manganese);
• Collargol;
• Xerogram ointment;
• Liniment balsamic (according to Vishnevsky);
• Lugol;
• Metroent;
• Miramistin;
• Sodium tetraborate;
• Olazole;
• Hydrogen peroxide;
• Plivasept;
• Povidone iodine;
• Polyvinox;
• Baby powder;
• Proderm;
• Proctosan;
• Protargol;
• Resorcinol;
• Salicylic acid;
• Salicylic-zinc paste;
• Silver Protein;
• Sulfur-tar paste;
• Ethanol;
• Tambuil;
• Teymurov paste;
• Phenol;
• Formalin;
• Formidron;
• Fukortsin;
• Chlorhexidine;
• Tsindol;
• Zinc oxide;
• Zinc sulfate;
• Zinc ointment;
• Zinc paste;
• Cytale;
• Eklaran;
• Etoniy.

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