For rapid healing of skin wounds. How is an open wound treated?

Purulent wounds can appear at any age in any person. If treated incorrectly or untimely, this leads to complex complications.

Therefore, it is extremely important to know what drugs and other means to use, how to carry out the procedures correctly.

If infection occurs when the integrity of the skin is damaged, then the issue of treating purulent wounds at home becomes acute. After all, suppuration leads to the most unpleasant consequences, up to gangrene.

Abscesses are a lumen with purulent fluid, around which an inflammatory process occurs. The disease occurs against the background of infection of any wound (cut, scratch, puncture, etc.).

Simply put, pus is formed due to the penetration of a pathogenic microorganism into the wound.

A purulent formation can occur in any part of the body, but is most often found on the leg, arm, buttocks, abdomen, and fingers. Pus can have a thick or liquid consistency, as well as a different color.

It is the shade that allows you to determine the type of pathogen:

whitish and yellowish color a thick structure indicates infection with the staphylococcus bacterium;
with a liquid consistency of a brownish-yellow hue, we are talking about E. coli;
a watery structure of yellow and green color is characterized by infection with streptococcus;
brown, foul-smelling liquid – anaerobic microbes;
if the shade of pus inside is yellow, but changes color when in contact with air, then it is Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

Symptoms of purulent wounds

Bursting, throbbing or pressing pain.
Redness skin around the lesion.
On palpation, the skin feels hot.
Change in skin color at the site of pathology.
Swelling and headache.
Increased body temperature, chills, weakness.
Loss of appetite and increased sweating.

Causes of infection

As you know, purulent wounds occur due to infection. But why then does one person immediately notice the inflammatory process, while the other does not? It turns out that there are certain factors that influence the transformation of a simple wound into a purulent form.

First of all, this is a weakened immune system and the presence of certain pathologies (diabetes mellitus, HIV, etc.). They also play a huge role climatic conditions(high humidity), extensive pollution of the area.

A pathogenic microorganism can be introduced into a wound through dirty hands or the use of non-sterile materials for processing.

The first question that arises is how to treat a purulent wound. Because the effectiveness and duration of subsequent therapy depends on this.

Not every person is ready to go to the clinic with such a minor problem. And it’s not always possible to see a doctor right away.

Therefore, it is necessary to know the rules of primary processing:

Wound disinfection and rinsing. What to wash with? Every home has hydrogen peroxide, so use this liquid. You can use Furacilin, potassium permanganate diluted in water, or a solution of Chlorhexidine.
Next you need to treat the area around the wound. To do this, you can take brilliant green or iodine. After this, you need to make a dressing (apply a sterile bandage).
Further care includes application of ointments, daily rinsing and other types of processing.
In particular advanced cases the doctor prescribes surgical intervention . For example, if the wound is lacerated, open, with the presence foreign bodies etc. The surgeon performs a deep cleaning, removing blood clots, fragments, dead tissue and cells. This will speed up the healing process. If necessary, the doctor excises the uneven edges and then applies sutures.

Quite often, the doctor suggests administering a special anti-tetanus serum, and for bites from unvaccinated animals, a rabies vaccine. You should not refuse the procedure, as this will prevent complications.

Basic processing algorithm purulent lesions consists in removing dead epithelium, cleansing purulent fluid, accelerating regeneration processes and preventing development and growth pathogenic microorganisms.

For processing you will need sterile bandage and gauze wipes, scissors washed in alcohol, sterile gloves, adhesive plaster, solutions and ointments.

Initially, the area around the wound is washed and treated with hydrogen peroxide, manganese or other solutions. Next, use scissors to cut a sterile napkin to the size of the wound, apply ointment to it and apply it to the lesion. After this, bandage it. All manipulations must be done with gloves.

If you remove a bandage with accumulated pus, do it with rubber gloves. After removing the purulent napkin, be sure to change your gloves. Otherwise, you risk spreading the infection throughout your body.

Treatment methods for purulent wounds

Before treating purulent wounds, you need to familiarize yourself with the basic methods. Medical principles treatments include the following:

cleansing of purulent fluid and dead tissues and cells;
neutralization of swelling and other symptoms;
destruction of bacteria.

If the pus cannot be removed naturally, drainage is carried out. It can be passive or active.

In the first case, drainage from tubes, strips, turundas and napkins soaked in antiseptics is used. Active drainage involves the use of suction devices.

Since purulent wounds belong to the infectious group, the use of antibiotics is necessary. Depending on the severity of suppuration, various forms of drugs are used.

For example, with minor suppuration, local exposure is sufficient, and in more complex cases, complex treatment is prescribed. That is, the wounds are treated antibacterial ointments and solutions, and the patient takes tablets orally. Injections are also prescribed quite often.

The most popular antibiotics for purulent wounds:

tetracyclines;
cephalosporins;
penicillins.

Modern pharmacology produces a huge number of universal ointments that have a comprehensive effect. But what ointment to use for purulent wounds in a particular case will be decided by the attending physician and directly by you.

List best ointments:

The most common and popular drugs:

Treatment at home: traditional medicine recipes

Modern medicine does not deny positive influence medicinal herbs and other components used in folk medicine.

After all, many drugs are made from plant extracts. That's why folk remedies are popular.

Juna is a folk healer, thanks to whom many people got rid of various pathologies. One of her recipes is Juna's unique ointment.

Although, she personally claimed that this remedy came from the people, and she only recommended it. The ointment can draw out any purulent fluid in a short time.

So, you will need 1 yolk raw egg, 1 tsp. honey and 1 tbsp. l. wheat flour. Mix all ingredients thoroughly and store in the refrigerator.

If necessary, apply the resulting mixture directly to the hearth, covering it with a piece of toilet paper or paper napkin. Be sure to apply a protective bandage.

The ointment can be changed every 3 hours throughout the day.. If you want to leave it overnight, feel free to leave it. After removal, you will find accumulations of pus that need to be removed. If there is no purulent liquid yet, then apply another layer of the mixture on top.

Almighty aloe flower

Aloe is a bactericidal plant that destroys pathogens, draws out pus and heals.

But how to use aloe correctly to achieve maximum effect? There are several ways:

Wash the plant leaf and cut it lengthwise. Apply to the affected area and secure. To enhance the antibacterial effect, you can drop a little iodine.
Peel the aloe and finely chop. Apply the paste to the wound.
Squeeze the juice out of the cleaned plant, soak a gauze cloth in it and apply it to the damaged area.

Aloe needs to be changed every 2-3 hours. Try to use a 3 year old plant. Be sure to treat the wound with any solution before the procedure.

Horseradish recipes

Horseradish is a powerful antibacterial plant, so it is used to treat purulent formations. Horseradish infusion is used as lotions, compresses and rinsing solutions.

Grind the root part, take 1 tbsp. l. and pour boiling water over it. It is advisable to insist in a thermos for 1 hour.

You can make a tincture from fresh leaves. Weigh 200 grams of the plant and twist the leaves through a meat grinder. You should get a slurry, which you need to fill with 1 liter boiled water(temperature slightly above room temperature).

Now place the mixture in a glass jar and close the lid tightly. You need to insist for 12 hours. Do not forget to periodically stir the ingredients during this time.

Other recipes

Try not to self-medicate, this can lead to complications.. It is better to consult your doctor, as separate groups of drugs may be prescribed for each type of bacteria. And then you can easily get rid of the purulent wound!

Deep damage to the skin may leave an unsightly scar that is difficult to treat. Therefore, it is best to play it safe and use ointment to heal wounds. Such products accelerate tissue regeneration and prevent infection. The texture of the ointments is convenient for the treatment of small cracks and large lesions.

Which ointment is best for healing wounds and cracks?

You need to choose an ointment based on 3 main factors:

localization of skin damage;
depth of the wound;
absence or presence of pus.

Small cracks in the skin may appear due to exposure to cold or lack of vitamins. They can be easily removed with the help of a nourishing and regenerating cream.

There are wound-healing ointments with a wide spectrum of action: they can fight burns, deep wounds and even acne marks. Individual groups medications are suitable for treating the intimate area.

Levomekol

Ointment for external use "Levomekol"

Levomekol ointment helps get rid of burns, cuts, and purulent wounds. It contains chloramphenicol, a substance that is a fast-acting antibiotic. This medication, like all antibacterial drugs, may cause an allergic reaction. The product has a pronounced anti-inflammatory effect.

Levomekol should be applied in a thin layer to cleansed skin 1-2 times a day. The treated surface should be covered with gauze or a clean piece of cloth. Levomekol provides quick effect– the course of treatment takes no more than 10-15 days. During this time, the pus completely leaves the injury, after which it heals.

Cost of the medicine: from 280 rubles (depending on the manufacturer). You can buy it at any pharmacy.

Argosulfan

Cream for external use 2% "Argosulfan"

Argosulfan – unique medicine with silver and sulfathiazole in the composition. The drug is suitable for open wounds, scratches, abrasions, purulent lesions and weeping ulcers. This cream contains silver ions, due to which it has a pronounced antibacterial effect. The medication is suitable for treating damage to the mucous membrane. With its help you can get rid of trophic ulcers. Silver ointment is used for hands, feet and face.

The cream is not recommended for use by pregnant and lactating women. It must be applied in a thin layer (2-3 mm) to the entire damaged surface. The procedure must be carried out 2-3 times a day until the wound is completely healed. After using the medication, allergic reactions may occur: burning, itching, redness.

Cost of the product: from 300 rubles for 15 g. You can buy it in pharmacies and online stores.

Eplan

Cream "Eplan"

Eplan is a multifunctional drug that helps get rid of various ailments. Available in the form antiseptic solution, cream and drops. The product does not contain hormonal substances and antibiotics. The composition contains glycerin, which is responsible for softening and smoothing damaged tissues. This product also produces an analgesic effect. It should not be used to treat weeping ulcers.

The cream must be applied to the skin in a thin layer 1-2 times a day. The drug is quickly absorbed, so it does not leave greasy marks on clothes. The course of treatment takes from 5 to 15 days.

Cost of the medicine: 450 rubles. The easiest way to buy is in online pharmacies.

Solcoseryl

Gel for external use "Solcoseryl"

The drug Solcoseryl has 3 main forms: ointment, gel and powder for diluting the solution. As a rule, regenerating products are made on the basis of inert silicone or antibiotics, but this particular medicine is made from the blood of young calves. The medicine has a characteristic meaty smell. The product is used to treat minor injuries, burns (1st and 2nd degree), scars and difficult-to-heal wounds.

The gel is applied to the wound surface, previously treated with an antiseptic. It should be used 1-2 times a day until the damage is completely healed. The product is not recommended for allergy sufferers.

Cost of the medicine: from 300 rubles. You can purchase it in pharmacies and online stores.

Cream Heal

Baby cream"Get a life"

Children's cream for healing wounds and resolving hematomas. Not suitable for large, deep and oozing skin lesions. The cream is made from natural ingredients: sage, sea buckthorn and mint oil, as well as a complex of vitamins. The drug relieves pain, moisturizes and nourishes the skin. It has no contraindications (except for individual intolerance).

Processing occurs as follows:

First of all, the damaged surface must be treated with an antiseptic, and then lubricated with a small amount of the drug. Can be used to get rid of abrasions and scratches on the face.
The product is not rubbed into the skin; it must be left until completely absorbed. It is recommended to place a clean piece of gauze on the cream layer.
The course of treatment lasts until the wound is completely healed. The damage should crust over or resolve.

The cream has a budget price: about 80 rubles. You can buy it at the pharmacy (in the section with drugs for children).

Bepanten

Ointment "Bepanten"

Bepanten is available in the form of cream and spray. The drug contains dexpanthenol (as an active substance). This component is a B vitamin and has a regenerating effect. Bepanten is used to care for damaged epidermis; it can also be used in for preventive purposes. The cream heals small cracks well and helps with excessive dry skin.

The medication should be used 1-2 times a day. The cream must be applied in a thin layer and lightly rubbed into the damaged area. The drug can be used by nursing mothers and young children.

The cost of the cream varies from 300 to 600 rubles. You can purchase it in pharmacies and online stores.

Baneocin

Ointment for external use "Baneotsin"

Baneocin is a multifunctional product produced in the form of powder and ointment. The drug is used to treat weeping wounds, cuts and suppurations. It can be used for preventive purposes after surgery. A fast-healing bactericidal ointment helps prevent the appearance of scars and also cleanses a fresh wound from pathogenic microorganisms. It is used to treat weeping lesions in diabetes.

The drug should be used 2-4 times a day. If necessary, the ointment is applied under a gauze bandage. It can be used for newborns (in particular, for the treatment of umbilical infection). Course of treatment: from 7 to 30 days.

Cost of the medicine: from 300 rubles. You can buy it in pharmacies.

Vishnevsky ointment

"Vishnevsky ointment"

Vishnevsky ointment was used during the Soviet Socialist Republic to treat burns, ulcers and ulcers. It is regenerating, anti-inflammatory and disinfecting. The ointment penetrates deep into the skin and has an irritating effect, which causes stimulation of the epithelium. It can be used to treat anus(hemorrhoids, fissures).

The product must be applied in a thin layer to the damaged area. The ointment can be rubbed in, but it is much better to cover it with a gauze bandage immediately after application. The drug should be used 2-3 times a day, until the wound is completely healed.

The ointment is inexpensive, its cost does not exceed 70 rubles. You can buy it at any pharmacy.

Zinc ointment

"Zinc ointment"

Zinc ointment is a universal remedy for getting rid of various skin defects. It is very often used to treat acne and acne, since other antiseptic and antimicrobial drugs are many times more expensive. This ointment has a pronounced disinfecting effect. It can be applied to purulent lesions, dry rashes (even to psoriasis). The drug can greatly dry out the skin, so it is recommended to use it locally.

Zinc ointment is applied in a thin layer to the damaged areas. It should be used 2-3 times a day. Can be left overnight under a gauze bandage. The course of treatment takes from 3 to 20 days.

Zinc ointment once again proves that cheap wound healing drugs are not uncommon. It can be purchased for 50-70 rubles at any pharmacy.

Folk remedies

Wound healing ointments can be made using folk recipes at home. If desired, you can make a remedy with an antibiotic by adding to the finished mixture the right drug. Homemade ointments are suitable for treating minor injuries. For the treatment of weeping wounds, it is better to use pharmaceutical medications.

Egg mixture

Egg mixture helps heal shallow scratches and burns

Recommended for use on burns and shallow scratches. Medicine has a calming and analgesic effect. To prepare you will need 7 large eggs. You can take essential oil mint (as an additional ingredient).

First you need to boil all the eggs and peel them.
Next step: separating whites from yolks. To implement this recipe you will need the yolks. They need to be ground to a homogeneous paste.
Then the yolk mixture should be placed in a frying pan and fried over low heat. Fry for 30-40 minutes in olive oil.
The final step will be making egg butter. To do this, you will need to carefully strain the fried pulp from the yolks.

The oil must be applied to skin lesions 2-3 times a day. The product helps to quickly get rid of burns and blisters.

Beeswax and lard

Beeswax and pork fat

This recipe will work good ointment, promoting rapid healing of cracks, wounds, burns and cuts. To prepare the product, you will need to take 1 tablespoon each of beeswax and fat. By the way, you can use not only pork fat, but also lamb fat. Ideally, you will need another 1 tablespoon of colophon resin (rosin).

All ingredients must be melted in a water bath, then strained several times using gauze. The product is applied in a thin layer 1-2 times a day.

Pork fat and marigolds

Product made by this recipe, will help get rid of purulent lesions. To make the medicinal mixture you will need 50 grams of marigold flowers and 200 grams of unsalted fat.

The pork fat will need to be placed in a saucepan and brought to a boil. After this, you will need to add the crushed marigold flowers and cook the mixture for another 5-8 minutes. Ready product need to cool and strain.

The mixture should be applied 2 times a day. It is necessary to spread the product in a thin layer and cover with a gauze bandage.

Epithelializing ointments are best made using sea buckthorn, rose hip and mint oils. To enhance the effect, you can add vitamins B, D and E.

Most effective drugs, providing rapid restoration of damaged skin, almost always contain antibiotics. A proven, inexpensive and universal remedy is Levomekol ointment.

Ointment for open wounds is applied only externally, apply a thin layer of ointment to the wound, the procedure must be repeated several times a day, the duration of treatment depends on the severity of the damage, the condition of the wound (clean, dirty, purulent, etc.). For deep, lacerated, purulent wounds, a gauze napkin soaked in ointment is applied to the damaged area. In case of suppuration, the ointment can be administered using a drainage tube and syringe. Dressings must be carried out daily until the condition of the wound improves.

Names of ointments for open wounds

For open wounds, ointments containing an antibiotic are suitable - Levomekol, Maramistinovaya, Betadine, Levosin, Nitacid, Streptolaven (usually prescribed for trophic ulcers and burns).

An ointment for open wounds with analgesic properties is also necessary for the treatment of such lesions - Trimecain or Methyluracil is most often prescribed for this purpose.

It is worth recalling that for the first 2-3 days, using ointment on open wounds is contraindicated, since the consistency of ointments interferes with the process of natural cleansing and separation of inflammatory fluid.

The following ointments will help speed up the process of skin restoration: Bepanten, D-Panthenol, Actovegin, Solcoseryl, Astroderm.

Actovegin and Solcoseryl stimulate cell growth and collagen synthesis due to the natural biological component included in their composition, as a result of which wounds quickly heal.

Wound healing ointments for open wounds

The most common wound healing agent Panthenol is considered. It contains many vitamins, which ensures normal metabolism in skin cells and helps tissue restoration.

Baneocin effectively destroys microbes; it contains 2 antibiotics that have a powerful bactericidal effect. The ointment is suitable for open wounds, burns, deep injuries, and is also used after operations to treat sutures.

Levomekol helps with inflammatory non-sterile wounds; the product penetrates well into the source of infection and destroys bacteria.

Solcoseryl, Actovegin - developed on the basis of calf blood, they help speed up tissue regeneration processes and also slightly reduce pain.

Eplan effectively destroys infection, helps reduce pain, and speed up the process of tissue restoration. A special feature of the drug is that it does not contain hormones or antibiotics, so Eplan can be used for diabetes mellitus, disorders hormonal levels, in childhood.

Fast healing ointment for open wounds

Eplan ointment is a universal preparation and can be used not only for wounds, but also for burns, ulcers, and dermatitis. The product has a powerful bactericidal effect, so it is recommended to apply it to fresh damage that has gotten dirty. But for bleeding wounds, this remedy is contraindicated, since the drugs included in the composition impair blood clotting.

Solcoseryl ointment for open wounds has a quick healing effect and is suitable for treating uncontaminated wounds. The ointment is applied several times a day, the product helps prevent wound infection and speed up the restoration of the skin.

Levomekol also helps the skin recover faster; the product should be applied under the bandage. Used for non-sterile wounds with signs of inflammation. The active components of the ointment quickly penetrate the lesion, destroy the infection and relieve inflammation.

Baneocin also belongs to the series of fast-healing drugs. The ointment has a bactericidal effect, relieves inflammation and is recommended for wounds and burns of varying severity. The drug contains 2 antibiotics that effectively fight infection.

Ointment for open purulent wounds

When open wounds rot, ointments with an antiseptic effect that draw out pus help well.

Several drugs can be distinguished in this group:

Ichthyol ointment effectively destroys microbes and has an analgesic effect. The active component - ichthyol - draws out purulent contents and accelerates the healing process, but also removes unpleasant symptoms purulent wound (itching, redness, etc.). Ichthyol was obtained from the distillation of shale and has been used in medicine since late XIX century. It is recommended to apply the product in the form of compresses, which need to be changed every 8-10 hours - ointment is applied to a piece of gauze or bandage and applied to the wound, covered with parchment on top and secured with an adhesive plaster.
Vishnevsky ointment is a common remedy for purulent wounds, but the antiseptic effect of the drug is rather weak, the main effect is aimed at accelerating the “ripening” of the abscess and drawing out the pus. For open wounds, the ointment helps draw pus out and also helps speed up healing. The product should be applied in the form of compresses.
synthomycium ointment includes an antibiotic; it is recommended for poorly healing wounds, ulcers, boils, and burns. Also this remedy It is recommended to use after shaving to prevent the appearance of ulcers, however, with regular use, addiction may occur, so it is better to use the ointment only when necessary.
streptocidal ointment contains sulfanilomide, which has a bactericidal effect. The product cannot be used when renal failure, kidney diseases, pregnancy.
levomekol contains an antibiotic and an immunostimulant and is combination drug, which accelerates tissue repair. The ointment is used for wound decay and inflammation, ulcers, and boils.

Before applying any ointment, you should first treat the surface of the wound with hydrogen peroxide, chlorhexidine or other antiseptic.

Antibiotic ointment for open wounds

For difficult-to-heal wounds or the appearance of pus, it is recommended to use strong drugs, which contain antibiotics.

One of the most effective remedies is Iruksol ointment, which includes a broad-spectrum antibiotic (chloramphenicol), as well as a proteolytic enzyme.

Due to the combined composition, the drug cleanses, destroys microbes and promotes the restoration of damaged tissues. Iruksol can be used for wounds of any size that are difficult to heal. Indications for use are bedsores, varicose ulcers, necrosis, gangrene, frostbite, subcutaneous ulcerations.

Apply the ointment to the damaged area (it is recommended to slightly moisten the wound before applying). Others cannot be used with Iruksol medications, because the therapeutic effect may decrease significantly; it is contraindicated to use tetracycline and gramicidin drugs simultaneously. At severe irritations You can treat the edges of the wound with zinc ointment.

Ointment for healing open dry wounds

For open wounds that begin to become covered with a dry crust, it is recommended to use Solcoseryl ointment, which covers the wound with a thin film and prevents infection, also active ingredients drugs are involved in the process of tissue regeneration.

A distinctive feature of Solcoseryl is that it allows you to avoid the formation of scars or scars at the site of damage.

The drug is not contraindicated for pregnant and lactating women.

Ointment for open wounds should be applied several times a day, and if necessary, a sterile dressing should be applied over the wound.

Antiseptic ointments for open wounds

An ointment for open wounds with an antiseptic effect is indicated for purulent, difficult-to-heal skin lesions. Antiseptics not only help reduce unpleasant symptoms (itching, pain, redness, swelling), but also draw out pus from the wound, cleanse it of infection and speed up the process of tissue regeneration.

The most effective antiseptic ointments are ichthyol and streptocide.

Ichthyol ointment relieves inflammation well, relieves pain and prevents wound rotting, and is used topically for burns, eczema, neuralgia and joint pain.

Do not allow the product to come into contact with mucous membranes (eyes, mouth, etc.); during feeding, it is important to ensure that the ointment does not get on the nipples.

The course of treatment is determined separately in each case, depending on the severity and nature of the damage.

Among side effects the development of allergic reactions is noted, incl. hives, itching, rash, this usually happens at the very beginning of use or with prolonged use of the product.

If there is an increased reaction to the components of the drug, it is recommended to stop using the ointment; the product is also not prescribed to children under 12 years of age.

Ichthyol ointment is not used together with other agents of similar action, which include alkaloids, iodine salts and heavy metals.

Streptocide ointment is effective antimicrobial drug, when used regularly, inhibits the growth of pathogenic microorganisms.

Prescribed for purulent and ulcerative lesions skin, burns, wounds and cracks.

Do not use if you are intolerant to salfanilamide, have kidney problems, porphyria, during pregnancy and breastfeeding, or in childhood.

During treatment may develop allergic reactions.

Before application, the wound should be thoroughly cleaned; if necessary, a sterile bandage should be applied after application. The duration of treatment depends on the nature and severity of the wound.

Sterptocide ointment should not be used simultaneously with drugs that contain digitoxin, hydrochloric acid, phenobarbital, caffeine, metazone, or adrenaline hydrochloride.

Wound healing ointments for open wounds after surgery

Wound healing ointment for open wounds helps not only to restore damaged tissue, but also relieve inflammation and numb the wound. Such drugs improve tissue metabolism and promote rapid healing.

In addition, the use of drugs in this group reduces the likelihood of leaving scars.

IN home medicine cabinet best to have universal remedy, which can be used for various wounds - burns, cuts, abrasions or scrapes.

For example, Baneocin ointment with two antibiotics has a fairly strong bactericidal effect and is suitable for deep injuries and burns.

No less popular is Levomekol ointment, which helps heal non-sterile wounds, especially if the inflammatory process has begun. Active substances penetrate deeply into the wound and destroy pathogenic bacteria.

Eplan ointment has good wound-healing properties, which has a wide spectrum of action - the ointment is used for open wounds, burns, purulent ulcers, and dermatitis.

Wound healing ointments for open wounds for children

Children, due to their activity, curiosity and irrepressible vital energy can be easily injured. For minor wounds (abrasions, scratches), as well as minor sunburns or household burns, treatment can be carried out at home.

Deep (especially contaminated) wounds, animal bites, burns with an area the size of approximately 3 adult palms, especially with the formation of blisters, require examination by a specialist.

Before applying wound healing ointment for open wounds, the injury site should be treated with any antiseptic (hydrogen peroxide, miramistin solution, potassium permanganate).

The following drugs are suitable for children:

10% Methyluracil ointment improves tissue metabolism, accelerates the growth of new skin cells, and relieves inflammation. The ointment is suitable for use from the first days of a child's life.

The active components of the drug are not absorbed into the blood and act exclusively at the site of application. The ointment is recommended for 1st or 2nd degree burns, shallow wounds (especially those that do not heal for a long time), inflammation of the skin, including diaper rash.

The ointment is applied 2-3 times a day, the duration of treatment is no more than 20 days. The remedy usually does not cause adverse reactions, sometimes allergies and dizziness are observed. If there is intolerance to the components that make up the ointment, use is contraindicated.

Solcoseryl (analogue of Actovegin) promotes rapid recovery epithelium, wound healing. An extract from calf blood (the active substance of the drug) improves metabolic processes in tissues, blood circulation, increases oxygen supply. The drug is suitable for use from birth, recommended for the treatment of burns (including sunburn), frostbite, non-healing wounds, small ulcers, abrasions, scratches, cuts.

It is recommended to apply the ointment after drying and the appearance of bright red tissue at the wound site; in the first days it is better to use Solcoseryl or Actovegin in the form of a gel. The duration of treatment is on average 2 weeks (gel for 5-7 days and ointment until complete healing).

IN in rare cases Rash, itching, hives and other allergic reactions may occur. If any reactions occur in a child, it is necessary to stop treatment and give antihistamines according to age.

It is worth noting that when using two or more ointments with Solcoseryl at the same time healing effect the latter decreases.

Levomekol contains an antibiotic that is active against most pathogenic microorganisms, and a substance to accelerate tissue regeneration.

The ointment has a water-soluble base, thanks to which pus is drawn out of the wound.

Levomekol can be used after 1 year and is suitable for the treatment of burns, cuts, infected or festering wounds.

Directions for use: soak a sterile gauze bandage with ointment and apply to a cleaned and antiseptic-treated wound. The bandage needs to be changed daily, the course of treatment is determined in each case separately, usually the ointment is stopped after the appearance of red tissue at the site of damage or the disappearance of purulent masses.

Ointments for wound healing should always be in your home medicine cabinet, because it is very easy to damage the skin. A cut from shaving, an abrasion from falling on asphalt, or a deep scratch received while playing with a pet. pet cat, can easily become an entry point for infection and lead to suppuration and other unpleasant consequences.

The use of external agents with a healing effect will help the wounds heal faster and prevent penetration pathogenic bacteria into the body. The best ointment for wound healing should combine antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and regenerating properties.

Any wounds associated with a violation of the integrity of the skin must first be cleaned of contaminants, stop bleeding, disinfected with any antiseptic agents (iodine), and only then apply ointments with a healing effect.

They are applied to the injured surface (abrasions, scratches), then a sterile bandage is applied on top. This treatment allows you to avoid infection and the development of complications, helps speed up tissue regeneration processes and prevent the formation of scars in the area of damage.

Ointment for healing wounds on the skin is used for the following injuries:

cuts, scratches, open and purulent wounds;
various types;
damage caused by skin diseases;
excessive dryness, cracks in the skin;
trophic ulcers.

External agents with a healing effect are widely used in postoperative period and is used to prevent the formation of scars.

Ointment for healing open wounds

Open wounds on the skin begin to be treated with healing ointments after the tissues have dried slightly after application antiseptics. Medicines for the treatment of open wounds should combine antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties and promote accelerated recovery skin.

Most often these are ointments containing an antibacterial, analgesic and antiseptic component. Popular remedies for treating open wounds:

Solcoseryl

Ointment for fast healing wounds based on deproteinized dialysate isolated from the blood of dairy calves. The drug activates metabolic processes in the epidermis, improves tissue trophism, enhances the production of collagen fibers and accelerates cell regeneration and restoration.

The drug can be used to heal trophic ulcers on the legs, as well as in the treatment of various wounds - from bedsores to burns. The product is used twice a day, applied in a thin layer to a previously cleaned wound (under a bandage). In addition, Solcoseryl can be used for accelerated healing cracks on the hands and small wounds on the face. The price of the drug is from 200 rubles.

Ointment for healing wounds and cracks, deep cuts, scratches, burns and other damage to the skin. The healing properties of the drug are provided by almost the same components from the blood of young calves that form the basis of the previous drug.

Like Solcoseryl, this product activates tissue regeneration and normalizes the course of metabolic processes in tissues and promotes their accelerated recovery in case of various injuries (wounds, cuts, burns, trophic ulcers). The limitation for use is individual intolerance components, edema, heart failure. average cost drug - from 100 rubles.

Bepanten (Panthenol, Dexpanthenol).

Preparations based on active substance- dexpanthenol has a pronounced regenerating, softening and some anti-inflammatory effect. They are used to treat abrasions, scratches, open and weeping wounds and other damage to the skin (from diaper rash to chronic ulcers).

These are completely safe products that are used even in newborns and pregnant women. Ointments based on dexpanthenol can be applied long time, because they are not addictive and other side effects. The average cost of Bepanten is from 250 rubles.

Eplan

Cream for wound healing with analgesic, bactericidal, anti-inflammatory and restorative effects. The drug not only effectively eliminates pain, but also perfectly disinfects wounds, preventing the addition of a bacterial infection.

Moreover, this medication is effective both against bacteria and against some strains of pathogenic fungi. The cream does not contain antibiotics or hormones, so it can be used even by pregnant women and children to treat open wounds and burns. average price- 230 rubles.

Ointment with silver with healing, bactericidal and antiseptic effects. Silver particles protect the wound surface from infection and exhibit a powerful antibacterial effect, inhibiting the growth and reproduction of pathogenic microorganisms.

Due to the hydrophilic base, the ointment has a moisturizing effect, reduces the severity of pain and accelerates the wound healing process. Argosulfan is recommended for use in the treatment of household injuries (cuts, scratches), burns of various origins and other skin damage caused by concomitant diseases (diabetes mellitus, dermatitis, varicose veins, eczema). The price of the ointment is from 300 rubles.

Another popular silver-based drug is Sulfargin ointment, which is recommended for the treatment of wounds and burns in children and adults. In addition, the list of the best ointments for wound healing includes drugs such as Rescuer cream, zinc ointment, calendula ointment or aloe liniment based on natural plant components with healing properties.

Preparations for healing purulent wounds

A combined ointment with the antibiotic chloramphenicol and methiuracil actively fights against a wide range of pathogens and helps clean wounds from purulent-necrotic wt. Indications for the use of ointment are any purulent inflammatory processes on the skin.

Levomekol prevents infection from spreading to surrounding healthy tissue, helps reduce swelling, inflammation and accelerates the restoration of skin cells. The drug is absolutely non-toxic, but during pregnancy it should be used as prescribed by a doctor.

A contraindication to the use of ointment is increased sensitivity to the components childhood(up to 3 years), psoriasis and fungal infections skin. The average price of Levomekol is from 120 rubles.

Baneocin

A remedy for healing wounds and preventing purulent complications based on a combination of antibiotics (neomycin and bacitracin). The drug is used to treat purulent wounds, long-term non-healing abrasions, cuts, burns, as well as skin damage due to inflammatory diseases dermis (eczema, dermatitis).

The ointment should be applied to the wound in a thin layer up to 3 times a day. The course of treatment takes on average 7 days. The price of Baneocin is from 350 rubles.

Vishnevsky ointment

Intended for the treatment of festering wounds. The drug is applied to an open wound under a bandage, which is changed every 10-12 hours. The ointment quickly draws out pus and cleans the surface of the wound.

The principle of action of the drug is based on improving the blood circulation process. problem area, due to which necrotic contents are removed. Additionally, the ointment has an anti-inflammatory and decongestant effect, and exhibits antiseptic and wound-healing properties. Price - from 40 rubles.

Provides a bactericidal and analgesic effect, promotes rapid cleansing of the wound from purulent contents, and has a local anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect.

In addition, the drug accelerates metabolic processes and helps speedy recovery and skin regeneration. For purulent complications, it is enough to apply ichthyol ointment to the open wound and cover it with a bandage, which should be changed twice a day. An improvement in the condition of the wound is noted within 24 hours from the start of using the drug. The cost of the ointment is from 60 rubles.

In addition to the above drugs, the doctor may prescribe synthomycin, tetracycline, methyluracil ointments and other external agents with an antibacterial component for the treatment of purulent wounds.

Ointment for wound healing after surgery

The choice of drug for wound healing in the postoperative period is made by the attending physician. These may be products with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory components, ointments Solcoseryl, Actovegin and their analogues, as well as dexpanthenol-based medications that improve tissue regeneration and restoration.

Zinc-based ointments have good healing properties; they quickly dry wet wounds and accelerate tissue restoration.

For processing postoperative sutures Levomekol, Baneocin ointments are used; Alfogin ointment based on chlorophyll or preparations with silver ions (Agrosulfan, Sulfargin) are well suited for the treatment of bedsores. For healing postoperative wounds in gynecology ointment with methyluracil or safe drugs based on plant components (aloe, calendula).

For resorption of scars and scars left after surgical intervention, Dermatix silicone gel is suitable. It contains organic and inorganic silicon compounds, which prevent the growth of keloid tissues that form a scar, and maintain water balance in the skin, so that it always remains moisturized and soft.

Dermatix is intended for the treatment of fresh postoperative scars that have formed immediately after wound healing. It should be applied to the surface of the scar in a very thin layer so that after complete absorption the skin remains dry. If used too a large number of gel, it will not be completely absorbed and its excess will leave stubborn stains on clothes.

When using Dermatix, it should be borne in mind that the gel does not have an anti-inflammatory or antiseptic effect. The cost of this product cannot be called budgetary; for a package of gel with a volume of 15 g you will have to pay about 2800 rubles.

This is a very affordable option that will help. Its main component is sodium heparin, which has pronounced anticoagulant and analgesic properties and promotes the resorption of scars. The drug should be used immediately after the wound has healed. Its cost is from 55 rubles.

Ointment for healing wounds and cracks

Such products do not contain potent components - hormones, antibiotics, but have softening and healing properties, which helps treat minor skin damage - cracks in the corners of the lips, on the palms and soles, abrasions and scratches. The basis of the ointments are nutritional, softening and moisturizing components, as well as vitamin complexes.

Balm "Ambulance"

Phytocream intended for healing cracked heels and feet and superficial wounds. Contains extracts of aloe, hops, calendula, steppe herbs and oils tea tree, olives and sea buckthorn. It has an anti-inflammatory and bactericidal effect, normalizes cellular metabolism and stimulates skin regeneration.

This is a completely safe remedy that can be used in pregnant women and children. The only contraindication is intolerance to one of the components. You need to apply the cream to cracks and wounds, without rubbing, up to three times a day. The cost of the drug is from 150 rubles.

Radevit

Ointment for nourishing and softening the skin based on vitamin A. Stimulates regeneration processes and accelerates the healing of minor skin damage (cracks, abrasions), thermal burns. Can be used to heal minor erosions and the consequences of seborrheic dermatitis.

Rescuer

Ointment for the treatment of abrasions, fresh cuts and minor burns. It is often used to treat diaper rash in infants and eliminate skin symptoms allergies. The advantage of the drug is its safety.

The softening, nourishing and restorative properties of the ointment allow it to be used during pregnancy, as well as for treating cracked nipples during breastfeeding. The drug should be applied to a previously dried and washed wound surface. The ointment is used under a bandage or left to dry on the wound for 20 minutes (if a bandage is not used).

To heal wounds and abrasions in children, doctors recommend keeping the following medications in your home medicine cabinet:

Bepanten;
Eplan;
Panthenol;
Olazol;
Sulfargin;
Ointment with calendula;
Radevit;
Rescuer;

When treating extensive skin lesions or purulent wounds, preparations for external treatment should be selected by the attending physician.

How to heal wounds quickly

Hardly anyone wants to get injuries and wounds on purpose, but many people get them. The risk group includes athletes, people of certain professions, hyperactive children and teenagers; In addition, unfortunately, the cause of injuries is often a simple failure to comply with life safety rules. But here we will not talk about how to avoid injuries and wounds, but about how to heal them faster if they have already appeared.

Means for rapid wound healing

If you immediately treat the wound correctly and treat it correctly, then recovery will go quickly: this must be done as quickly as possible, but carefully, without touching the wound itself, but removing all dead tissue and dirt from it.

Of course, you should consult a doctor, and if there are deep enough wounds or cuts, this must be done - it is better if first aid is provided by a specialist, and if necessary, he will apply stitches and teach how to handle them.

If you can’t see a doctor immediately, you need to treat the skin around the wound with the antiseptic that you have on hand: brilliant green, iodine, etc., and apply a sterile temporary bandage, but no less than 2 hours later you need to do the dressing according to all the rules. In order for the wound to heal quickly and correctly, it must be treated, and for this you need to have everything you need at home: bandages, tools - scissors and tweezers, treated with alcohol; antiseptic solutions and wound healing drugs.

Wounds should be bandaged 1-2 times a day; Dry and wet wounds are treated with different means.

If the wound needs to be washed, use a solution of furatsilin, hydrogen peroxide or other aqueous solutions antiseptics; if the wound is inflamed, you should immediately consult a doctor; if not, continue usual treatment gradually, using wound healing agents.

The main properties of such products are the absence of toxic components, the ability to stimulate the processes of cell regeneration and collagen formation, and quickly deliver oxygen and glucose to cells. If the wound is wet, do not use ointment - the product should be in the form of jelly: it does not stop healing, while ointment with fatty components forms a film, preventing fluid from being released from the damaged surface.

Jelly is replaced with ointment when the wound gradually turns dry - it is better to take one drug, but in a different dosage form. Now the wound needs a protective film, under which it will heal better without being exposed to external environment- here you can even remove the bandage. If you can’t remove it completely yet, you can apply it not immediately after treatment, but after 2-3 hours, and gradually increase this time - this way the tissues will still heal faster.

Healing remedies can be pharmaceutical or traditional - in any case, they must be prescribed by a doctor.

Pharmacy wound healing products

From pharmaceuticals Preparations with vitamins or provitamins are often used: for example, retinol acetate or dexpanthenol - provitamin B5. These products come in the form of ointments, creams or lotions, but not in jelly form, so they are not suitable for treating wet wounds.

Preparations with methyluracil have an anti-inflammatory effect and stimulate cellular immunity, so wounds heal quickly, but they can only be used on dry wounds - they are also not available in jelly form.

In the 90s, a drug called universal by many doctors began to be produced in Moscow - Eplan. This remedy treats dermatitis, burns, ulcers, radiation injuries, has pronounced regenerating properties and heals wounds - it is produced by Oberon JSC. First of all, the drug actively destroys microbes and increases the activity of phagocytes, so it can be used to treat fresh wounds, but it cannot be applied to bleeding wounds - it is an anticoagulant, and it can reduce coagulation.
Eplan quickly clears wounds of infection, and at the same time does not create barriers to the flow of oxygen into them; There are no toxins, hormones or antibiotics in it. It is produced in the form of a solution, liniment and cream.

Around the same time Swiss company Nycomed has created a drug based on the blood extract of dairy calves - Solcoseryl, produced in the form of ointment and jelly (its analogue is Actovegin, and it is also available in these forms), and perfectly heals any wounds. It can be used as initial stages- in the form of jelly, and during the period of wound granulation - in the form of ointment.
Solcoseryl protects the wound, prevents germs from penetrating, accelerates metabolism and regeneration processes, and even relieves pain - you need to use it 2-3 times a day, and healing will proceed quickly and without complications.

Folk remedies for wound healing

Folk remedies are used along with pharmaceutical ones, if recommended by a doctor, or when the wounds are minor and not serious.

It happens that the wound is small, but does not heal for a long time, and may even fester - resin resin will help cure it coniferous trees. It is better to collect resin in late spring - early summer, from smooth, strong mature trees - there is no need to make notches. The collected resin is melted and mixed 1:1 with pure butter - it is better to prepare it yourself: beat 0.5 liters of fresh and full-fat village milk in a blender and collect the butter. The resulting mixture is applied to the wound 2 times a day - it heals within a few days.

If you immediately lubricate a fresh abrasion with pure resin-resin from pine, spruce, fir, it will heal very quickly.

For the treatment of abscesses, ulcers, cuts, abrasions, boils, an ointment is prepared from spruce resin, sunflower oil, honey and wax. The ingredients are taken equally, melted in a water bath, mixed and used to lubricate sore spots.

For long-term non-healing wounds there is one more effective remedy- ointment from burdock and celandine. Crushed celandine and burdock roots (20 and 30 g each) are poured into 100 ml of sunflower oil and boiled for 15 minutes over low heat, removed, filtered, cooled and applied to sore spots several times a day - after a week the wounds usually heal.

Propolis has long been known for its healing properties- you can also cook with it homemade ointment for wound healing. You can take any fat base - vegetable or butter, fish or pork fat(5 parts), bring it to a boil in a saucepan and add chopped propolis (1 part). Continue cooking for half an hour, stirring, at 80°C, then strain through cheesecloth, cool and use. You can store the ointment in the refrigerator for a whole year.

Homemade wound balm with juniper tar, turpentine (100 g each), yolks and rose oil (1 tbsp). The butter is ground with two fresh yolks, and then purified turpentine is gradually added, 1 tsp at a time, with constant stirring - otherwise the mixture will curdle. Then add tar and mix everything thoroughly. The resulting balm is carefully poured over the wounds, scooping it up with a teaspoon.

Rose oil can also be made at home: pour olive oil(1 cup) fresh garden rose petals (2 cups), close the container tightly and place in a dark place for 2-3 weeks. The mixture is stirred periodically, then filtered and used.

Poorly healing wounds and ulcers are sprinkled with willow bark powder- You can buy it at a herbal pharmacy. Willow has hemostatic, antiseptic and wound-healing properties; You can take the powder orally, especially during fever and fever - 1 g after meals, 3 times a day.

Compresses with tincture of nettle leaves are applied to fresh wounds.. Place fresh leaves loosely in a 0.5 liter bottle or jar almost to the top, fill with 70% alcohol and place in the sun for a week. Strain the resulting tincture and wash the wounds with it before applying a bandage.
Nettle contains many substances that have hemostatic, wound healing and analgesic effects, so it fresh juice You can pour the wounds, or apply napkins soaked in juice to them.

Yarrow also has similar properties: it promotes blood clotting, destroys microbes, relieves inflammation and pain - its juice can also be poured onto wounds, or a bandage with fresh herbs crushed into a pulp can be applied to them.

Wound healing is accelerated not only due to local effects - it is very important what our entire body is nourished with. For example, the drug Oxyprolan can be used both externally, in the form of a cream, and internally, in the form of a dietary supplement - it also stimulates the production of collagen and accelerates regeneration processes in tissues.

In addition, the diet should contain a lot of natural lean protein and vitamins: fresh fermented milk products, meat and fish, fruits and vegetables.