How to smear mosquito bites
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Mosquitoes and midges - one of the most annoying and annoying insects in the summer. And if the attacks of the former consist in puncturing the skin and sucking the blood, then the attack of the latter ends with damage to the whole area of the skin, as a result of which a noticeable swelling is formed. Besides mosquito bites accompanied by unbearable itching, as a result of the same intense scratching damaged areas risk of infection. To prevent such undesirable consequences, it is important to timely treat the bite site with a special tool.
Medicinal ointments, creams and gels
To relieve the unpleasant sensation of itching, swelling and inflammation caused by mosquito bites will help medicinal remedies for mosquito bites and blackflies. Such ointments or creams are easy to get at the pharmacy chain. However, not all of them are safe: some of them have a hormonal basis, which is caused by many side effects and limitations. Therefore, this kind of drugs can not be attributed to the universal.
Means for external use come in the form:
- ointments, the texture of which differs in viscosity, slow absorption and a longer effect;
- gels, which are characterized by a lower concentration of fat, rapid absorption and the absence of greasy marks on the skin and clothing;
- creams with anti-itching and moisturizing the skin properties.
The following brand tools have also proven themselves well:
- Gardex - ointment for relieving symptoms allergies after mosquito attacks. Reduces the manifestation of pain, reduces swelling and itching.
- Moskitol - gel, which contains menthol, chamomile extract, dexpanthenol and silver ions. Possesses antipruritic and anti-inflammatory properties, practically has no restrictions in application.
- Hydrocortisone ointment, Advantan - no less effective ointment. However, due to the presence of hormonal components in the composition of these agents, they should be used with extreme caution.
Argus
Soothing gel has a multi-component composition. As active ingredients are used:
- extracts of chamomile, dandelion and calendula;
- essential oils of eucalyptus, lemon and mint;
- antiseptic allontoin, menthol and aloe juice;
- d-panthenol (vitamin B group).
Due to this, the drug has anti-inflammatory and antipruritic action. Argus gel is effective after mosquito bites (mosquitoes), gadflies and mosquitoes, nettle burns and jellyfish. Menthol in the composition provides a pleasant cooling effect. Tuba (50 g) costs about 80 p.
Golden Star
Anoint a mosquito bite You can even be known since Soviet times, the balm Gold Star, which has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and anesthetic properties.The composition of the ointment includes only natural ingredients: mint, camphor, menthol, eucalyptus oil. Due to the saturated concentrated odor, the balm can also be used as a preventive measure to prevent attacks by mosquitoes, midges or gadflies.
Balm Asterisk applied to the site of bite with light tangential movements 3-4 times a day. The composition is not recommended for children under 3 years of age, for people with hypersensitivity to the components of the drug, as well as for pustular skin diseases and violations of its integrity. With care ointment is used during pregnancy and lactation.
On a note!
Affordable cost is another advantage of this tool. There is a balm gold star in the range of 50-70 rubles.
Phenystyle
This gel is characterized by a fast anti-inflammatory and antipruritic effect due to its dimetinden content. This component acts as a blocker of histamine H1 receptors, which cause pain and intolerable itching. The composition also helps to reduce irritation and removal of edema after mosquito bites.
Fenistil gel apply 2-4 times a day with light massage movements. With extreme caution, the drug should be used during breastfeeding, as well as in the 2 and 3 trimesters of pregnancy. The estimated cost of the funds is 350 rubles.
Rescuer
Very popular ointment rescuer. It is intended for relieving itching, swelling and other manifestations of allergy after mosquito bites. The product based on natural ingredients is safe because it does not contain antibiotics or hormones. The composition of the ointment includes: olive and sea buckthorn oil, calendula extract, vitamins of groups A and E, as well as refined Naftalan oil and wax.
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Ointment Rescuer promotes rapid regeneration of the affected areas of the epidermis, effectively prevents the appearance of edema and wheal. It can be applied to women during pregnancy and children. The product is applied to clean and dry skin 3 times a day with smooth tangential movements. The price of a tube of 30 g is about 75-100 rubles.
Epidel
One of the most effective drugs that relieve itching, inflammation and swelling after mosquito bites is Epidel Cream.It is based on pimecrolimus (10 mg per 1 g of cream). However, experts recommend using this tool only with strong manifestations of allergy, the cause of which became the bites of annoying insects.
Treatment of mosquito bites in children and adults held a long course of 3 months. The cream is applied 2 or more times a day. When applied to Epidel, adverse reactions are possible in the form of a burning sensation, rash, dry skin, boils and herpetic eruptions. The tool should not be used when there is a suspicion of a fungal or bacterial infection in the wound.
The price of Epidel cream in the region of 800-900 rubles.
Folk remedies
Safety and the lack of age restrictions are different folk remedies. Slow action is their main drawback. Lubricate the bite can:
- Lavender or tea tree oil. In order not to provoke a chemical burn, it should be mixed with equal amount of shea or grape seed oil. After that, the resulting mixture to treat the inflamed area.
- Aloe leaf. It is cut lengthwise and carried out on the inflammation center with the soft side.To relieve itching and swelling, it is enough to treat the damaged area of skin several times a day.
- Solution of brilliant green. To relieve itching, the procedure is repeated 2 times a day.
- Place cut pre-cut potatoes. The treatment is carried out as itching occurs 5-6 times a day.
- Sap parsley, plantain or bird cherry. To relieve pain and itching, you can also apply a mass of crushed plants or soda solution.
- Apple cider vinegar. It is necessary to apply abundantly to the affected area or attach cotton wool soaked in vinegar for 2-3 minutes.
To relieve the torment caused by mosquito bites, you can use both pharmaceutical and home remedies. However, with the appearance of massive edema, nausea, vomiting, temperature increase after insect attacks and other symptoms of indisposition must urgently consult a doctor.