Ointments after a mosquito bite for children - how to choose, method of application

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Tormented by mosquitoes? Is your body itching, itching, or swelling? To get rid of these unpleasant symptoms and protect yourself from infected wounds, you need to use ointment against mosquito bites.

Composition and principle of action

Mosquito ointments for children differ from other forms of repellents (gels, creams, sprays) in their fatty base, in which the active substance is not completely dissolved, but is in the form of tiny suspended particles.

In this form, the insecticide lasts longer than usual, so ointments are considered not only effective, but also long-term means of protection against mosquito bites.

Children's insect repellent differs from its adult counterparts in the following characteristics:

lower concentration of insecticide (up to 5–7%);
the presence of additional components that care for the skin;
a minimum amount of substances that can cause allergies;
smaller amount of funds.

For children's ointments, manufacturers select non-concentrated mixtures of pyrethrins and pyrethroids: DEET, d-allethrin, prallethrin. The safest repellent for a child - IR3535 is considered a bio-repellent, since its structure is similar to natural amino acids and does not contain insecticidal substances.

Mosquitoes

Before biting, the mosquito injects histanine, a poison that is almost harmless to humans and prevents blood clotting. This substance causes itching, and scratched bites become a site of infection.

If painful swellings appear on the child’s skin, the bite itches and does not give rest, it means that he was bitten by mosquitoes. After a couple of days, the reaction goes away: the skin stops itching and the swelling subsides.

First aid for children with mosquito bites

The bite site should be wiped with chlorhexidine or lubricated with fucorcin to prevent infection.

To relieve itching, you can use toothpaste or pharmaceutical preparations:

Fenistil;
La-cree;
Fladex;
Rescuer;
Balm Deta;;
Balm stick Baby Gardex;
Balm OZZ

Before using medications, you should consult your pediatrician.

You need to lubricate the bites once an hour. If the child has been bitten severely, give an antihistamine.

Mosquitoes protection

If you know that your child has delicate skin and mosquito bites will not give him or you peace of mind, use mosquito repellents before going outside:

Mosquitall mosquito repellent kit: Mosquitall milk/cream/spray;
Mommy Care organic mosquito repellent oil for children;
Gardex Baby milk to protect children from mosquitoes with sun protection;
Gardex Baby spray

The following will help you get rid of mosquitoes indoors: mosquito nets, fumigators, ultrasonic repellers.

How to choose and apply

When choosing a protective cream product for children, it is important to focus on the following characteristics:

Natural safe composition.
Pleasant unobtrusive aroma.
Quick absorption into the skin and no feeling of tightness after application.
Convenient application.
Long lasting.
Impact effectiveness.
Current expiration date.
Absence of allergenic components.

The disadvantage of a repellent in the form of an ointment is the inability to treat clothes or a baby stroller. Some people are annoyed by the marks on fabric that remain if the product is not allowed to dry.

Repellent compounds are applied to exposed areas of the baby's skin with light circular movements without rubbing. The layer of the product should not exceed 0.5–1 mm.

When using the ointment, you should avoid getting the drug on the mucous membranes (eyes, nostrils, mouth), because even safe formulations can cause an allergic reaction in a child.

If, after applying the product, itching, redness, pain, rash appears on the baby’s skin, or breathing becomes difficult, the drug is immediately washed off with warm water and soap.

If the listed symptoms intensify and the painful state persists for more than 2-3 hours, it is necessary to call the child an ambulance.

How to choose an ointment for mosquito bites

In the case of a bloodsucker bite, the ointment should be selected taking into account the characteristics of the drug and the degree of damage to the skin. If we talk about hormonal ointments, it is recommended to buy them only after being prescribed by a doctor, especially if a child is supposed to be treated, since they have a number of contraindications and side effects.

If the wound has become infected or suppuration has appeared, doctors advise using an antimicrobial ointment that neutralizes the infection and speeds up the healing process.

In case of an allergic reaction, you need to choose antihistamines, but in case of an inflammatory process, antimicrobial ones.

You can prescribe medication yourself only in mild cases, if you need to relieve itching and redness. Victims who notice an increase in temperature, swelling of the area, or allergic symptoms should definitely consult a specialist.

Proven compositions for bites

The following products, approved by experts and consumers, meet all of the above criteria:

Gardex Naturin. The cream, which contains 5% insecticide DEET, essential oils of chamomile and tansy, protects children from 1.5 years old for up to 2 hours from pest bites. The product does not contain alcohol and is available in a convenient tube format.
Gentle protection for children from the Moskitol . A drug based on 10% bio-repellent IR3535 protects the child from attacks by bloodsuckers for 2 hours. Allantoin, which is part of the composition, promotes healing of the wound at the site of the bite, string extract eliminates itching and irritation of the skin, and d-panthenol moisturizes. Approved for children from 12 months, also suitable for babies with sensitive skin.
Off Kids . An ointment with a 7.5% concentration of diethyltoluamide and aloe vera extract is used only from 3 years of age, without rubbing it into the child’s skin. Do not allow the product to come into contact with mucous membranes; use only when the baby is in the fresh air.
Moskidosis . It is used for children from 3 years of age, in addition to protective, it functions as a healing balm, relieves inflammation and swelling. The treatment is carried out once a day, and at the end of the day, wash off the skin with soap.

Stinging insects: wasps, bees, bumblebees and hornets

In most children, the bite of stinging insects causes an allergic reaction of varying severity: from swelling at the site of the bite to dizziness, fever, vomiting and swelling of the larynx.

If an insect bites a child under 3 months old, consult a doctor immediately. The most dangerous are multiple bites to the head, neck, face and ears. The poison causes a severe allergic reaction and this condition is very dangerous.

First aid for children after a wasp, bee, bumblebee or hornet bite

The sting should be pulled out with tweezers as soon as possible. You cannot squeeze it out with your fingers: the poison will penetrate the body faster.

Wasps and bumblebees may not leave a sting, but the wound should be washed with soap and water and treated with chlorhexidine to minimize the spread of infection.

To neutralize the poison:

do not scratch the bite;
rub lemon juice or crushed aspirin tablet powder into the damaged area;
treat the bite with lidocaine or menthol ointment

Help to reduce swelling at the bite site:

antihistamines: Suprastin, Tavegil, Zodak, Clarotodine;
Ointments and balms: Fenistil, Hydrocortisone ointment, Prednisolone, Advantan, Fenkarol,
cold compress

Do not rub soil into the wound. This will not relieve swelling, but will promote infection. If the child does not have a pronounced allergic reaction, after half an hour the swelling will begin to subside and the pain will subside.

How to make your own protective ointment

An alternative way to protect a child from mosquitoes is a homemade product, the parents are confident in the safety of its ingredients. To prepare the product you will need:

vegetable oil (olive, flaxseed), which will act as a fat base;
aloe vera juice (agave) to soften the skin;
essential oils of geranium, anise, lavender, mint, citronella.

All components of the homemade ointment are mixed and warmed to room temperature. The advantage of this product will be its natural composition and the ability to safely treat your baby’s skin. However, it is important to give the composition time to absorb and not to use it more than once a day (the oil does not allow the skin to breathe, metabolic processes in cells are disrupted).

How to choose a product

There are a significant number of products on the pharmaceutical market today. These are gels, ointments, creams, balms that effectively help overcome the symptoms of a bite.

An effective ointment designed to alleviate the effects of attacks from biting or stinging arthropods. At the same time, such a remedy for bites does not guarantee 100% salvation from all symptoms.

For example, there are creams that have an anti-inflammatory, disinfecting, and soothing effect, while other ointments and creams can prevent allergies. Thanks to such drugs, the swelling does not increase further, the itching goes away, and rashes appear less.

If you are bitten by a mosquito or bed bug, then the first task of the ointment is to relieve swelling of the bitten area and quickly eliminate the itching. In this case, these drugs will help.

Fenistil.
Akriderm.
Soventol.
Mosquitol balm - gel.
Gardex gel.

If an allergic rash occurs again, you can anoint the area of the rash with Advantan or Fenistil gel.

For mild allergic reactions, Fenistil will help

But when a wasp or bee stings, then ointments should be used that eliminate the allergic reaction and reduce pain.

In case of a sufficiently painful bite, the bitten area can be anointed with Menovazin. This remedy will reduce pain and create a cool sensation. Any inflammation or swelling that appears is lubricated with Levomekol or Advantan. Levomekol and Panthenol help well when a child develops pustules after scratching a bite.

When the bite leads to a severe allergic reaction, swelling and rash grow rapidly, the area should be lubricated with hydrocortisone ointment.

Therefore, when choosing how to treat insect bites in children, you should not rely on only one remedy to eliminate unpleasant symptoms.

Important! Particular care must be taken when choosing medications for children, because most ointments cannot be used by babies and children with sensitive skin. Most often, itching is not dangerous, but certain ointments that are used to relieve it can lead to serious consequences.

Types of funds:

Soothing ointments after a bite

If preventive measures did not help and mosquitoes still bit the child, it is recommended to use ointments to relieve unpleasant symptoms: itching, redness, swelling of tissues. Proven formulations used after bites:

Argus. The product is in the form of an ointment-balm containing d-panthenol, supplemented with chamomile and dandelion extracts, essential oils of mint and lemon. Apply directly to the bite site, soothes, relieves swelling and itching.
Fenistil. Eliminates itchy dermatosis after an attack by bloodsuckers, has a slight cooling effect.
Moskitol. Ambulance. The combination of antibacterial, soothing and skin-moisturizing components helps the child forget about mosquito bites within 15 minutes. The tube of the product is compact in size, making it convenient to take on the go.
Gardex Baby. The ointment-balm acts as an antiseptic - it disinfects the bite site so that when scratching the child does not get an infection. D-panthenol quickly relieves itching, and essential oils of string, chamomile and mint repel other insects.
Psilo-Balm. The gel contains diphenhydramine, so it is not recommended for children under 2 years of age and those with sensitive skin. In older children, the drug will quickly relieve itching and swelling of tissues.

Children's ointment is considered one of the safest compositions, which reliably and for a long time protects the child from bites. When choosing a similar product, you should carefully study the composition and follow the instructions when applying to delicate baby skin.

What harm do mosquito bites cause to a child?

Blisters and redness appear, and all this almost immediately after the mosquito bites the child;
The bite site begins to itch very much and bother the baby, this leads to crying and dissatisfaction on the part of the child;
The bite can cause allergies.

Attention!
If you notice the slightest symptoms of an allergy, you should immediately consult a doctor. A special ointment for children designed to get rid of bites from these insects can be purchased at any pharmacy or in stores selling children's goods. The range of this product is large, so you can definitely choose exactly the ointment that is ideal for your child and will save you from such unpleasant consequences caused by mosquitoes.

Using such a product will help relieve swelling, remove irritation of the baby’s skin, and protect against infections and germs getting into the wound. Also, with the help of ointment, you will save the child from pain, and this will be reflected in his behavior, the baby will stop being capricious and worried.

Attention! All products should be used with caution and only after consulting a doctor.