Proper skin care is necessary not only to maintain its aesthetic appeal, but also to ensure the integrity of the skin and resistance to various external influences.
Bepanten is an external universal remedy with a regenerating effect aimed at rapid and effective restoration and treatment of the skin.
What is Bepanten, types of drug
The area in which the product shows its effectiveness is the rapid and high-quality healing of all kinds of skin damage, ranging from cracks, excessive dryness, diaper rash, and ending with the complete restoration of the epidermis in both adults and children.
The drug is available in the following forms:
- Bepanten ointment: instructions for use provide for the effectiveness of the drug in the treatment of inflammation of the skin. The ointment contains a lot of fats that promote rapid healing of erosions, bedsores, cracks and eliminate dry inflammation. Due to its viscous and thick texture, it is absorbed slowly, while penetrating deep into the tissues of the epidermis;
- Bepanten cream: composition for the prevention of inflammatory processes of the skin, eczema and weeping dermatitis. Absorbs quickly, penetrates only into the upper layers of skin tissue;
- liquid lotion. The composition is recommended for dry skin; it can also be used for sunburn, small wounds, scratches and abrasions;
- Bepanthen cream plus. Has antibacterial effects. The presence of dihydrochloride and chlorhexidine in the composition increases the antimicrobial effect and prevents the development of infectious processes.
Each form of the drug has a wound-healing effect and can be used on different skin types.
Storage conditions and expiration dates
Bepanten baby cream should be stored at room temperature. Do not heat above 30˚. No need to put it in the refrigerator. Moisture and direct sunlight should be avoided. Despite the fact that a child cannot be poisoned by Bepanten, it is better to store it in places where small children cannot reach.
A hermetically sealed tube can be stored for 3 years. Opened cream is good for six months. Any cream or ointment that looks or smells strange should not be used.
Cream or ointment: which is better?
Both ointment and cream - both products are medicinal and cosmetic and each of them contains the main active component dexpanthenol (vitamin B5) in the same concentration (5%) and in the same quantity. Which form of the drug is better? It is impossible to answer this question unambiguously, since it directly depends on the specific case.
The main differences between cream and ointment are presented in the table:
| Options | Ointment | Cream |
| Differences | ||
| Compound | Dexpanthenol, lanolin, cetyl alcohol, soft white paraffin, protegin X, almond oil, stearyl alcohol, white beeswax, purified water | Dexpanthenol, DL-pantolactone, stearyl alcohol, potassium cetyl phosphate, lanolin, cetyl alcohol, propylene glycol, isopropyl myristate, purified water |
| Color | Slightly yellowish | White |
| Consistency | Thick, elastic, opaque | More liquid, transparent |
| Absorption rate | Absorbs slowly, penetrates into deep subcutaneous tissues, has a prolonged effect | Concentrated in the upper layers of the epidermis, quickly absorbed |
| Impact | Pronounced medicinal properties | For the prevention and elimination of cosmetic defects |
| Purpose | Care and treatment of the skin of adults and children | Treatment and moisturizing of irritated and dry skin |
As can be seen from the table, the cream is more suitable for prevention, and the ointment for the treatment of dermatitis, cracks and other skin lesions. Bepanten cream is very useful for diaper rash in newborns, so it is used to lubricate the folds on the baby’s skin for preventive purposes.
Description of the drug
The skin of newborns is especially vulnerable to external and internal negative factors. Children's epidermis is thin, loose, and pathogens of various infections easily penetrate through it. The skin of infants is vulnerable and is damaged by the slightest mechanical impact, for example during swaddling. Therefore, it begins to perform a full protective function only as the child grows older. Until then, the skin of babies needs special care with the help of Bepanthen. The drug does not contain aggressive chemicals. It contains dexpanthenol, which has all the properties of vitamin B5. This biologically active substance effectively eliminates irritation, rashes, and maceration. What is Bepanten cream used for:
- from diaper rash localized in the folds of the skin, abdomen and buttocks. The inflammatory process develops with prolonged contact with moisture or due to friction. Clinical manifestations of diaper rash range from slight redness of the skin to the formation of cracks and erosions;
- from prickly heat caused by immaturity of the sweat glands and thermoregulation mechanisms of newborns. The leading sign of pathology is transparent blisters or red nodules in the intergluteal and inguinal folds. Miliaria quickly affects poorly ventilated areas of the body.
Manufacturers have included cream, ointment, and lotion in the Bepanten treatment line. In pediatrics, the first two dosage forms are usually used to restore the skin of infants. Applying medications when the first symptoms of the disease appear helps prevent the spread of inflammation to healthy tissue.
Clinical and pharmacological group
Bepanten is included in the clinical-pharmacological group of drugs for improving trophism and tissue regeneration.
pharmachologic effect
The main pharmacological effect of Bepanten is to stimulate the restoration of tissues affected by inflammation. Having penetrated pathological foci, dexpanthenol is metabolized into pantothenic acid. It is this bioactive substance that acts on damaged skin, promoting its regeneration. Bepanten is characterized by the following clinical effectiveness:
- normalization of cellular metabolism;
- activation of indirect cell division;
- increasing the strength of collagen fibers.
Due to the anti-inflammatory effect of dexpanthenol, blood circulation in damaged tissues is accelerated. The deficiency of nutrients, microelements, fat- and water-soluble vitamins is completely eliminated. The speed of metabolic processes increases, promoting skin healing. Bepanten dries wet areas of the baby's body, preventing the formation of pustules. And the inner epidermal layers retain the moisture necessary for tissue restoration.
Release form and composition
Bepanten is used for diaper rash in the form of ointment and cream. Medicines are produced by a Swiss pharmaceutical factory in 30 and 100 g packaging. Ointment and cream are produced in aluminum tubes equipped with a screw cap with a protrusion for easy opening. Secondary packaging is cardboard boxes with attached instructions for use. The active ingredient of Bepanthen is the precursor of vitamin B5 dexpanthenol. The auxiliary composition of the ointment is represented by the following components:
- protegin X;
- stearyl alcohol;
- cetyl alcohol;
- white beeswax;
- lanolin (sheep fat);
- liquid paraffin;
- soft paraffin;
- almond oil;
- purified water.
The qualitative and quantitative composition of the cream is somewhat different. It contains less lanolin, no wax and almond oil. All medications form a thin film on the surface of the inflamed areas. It allows air to pass through well, but prevents the penetration of pathogenic bacteria and fungi.
Storage conditions and periods
Bepanten must be stored at a temperature not exceeding 30°C in places protected from sunlight. The shelf life of the drug is 3 years. After opening the tube, it is limited to 2-3 months. If storage conditions are not observed, the ointment and cream will separate and an unpleasant rancid odor will appear. The use of such drugs in the treatment of children is strictly prohibited.
Bepanten ointment: therapeutic indications and mode of action
What is Bepanten ointment, what does the drug help with and how does it affect the skin? Penetrating into the skin cells, the active substance of the ointment is converted into pantothenic acid, thereby accelerating wound healing and the process of tissue regeneration. Along with effective healing, the ointment helps strengthen the strength of tissue fibers and increases the degree of resistance of the subcutaneous muscles to injury.
When is it recommended to use Bepanten, what does the ointment treat? Indications for the use of an ointment-like product are quite broad:
- for the treatment of dermatitis as part of complex therapy;
- to relieve pain and redness of the skin due to sunburn;
- for chemical burns and injuries, the ointment relieves irritation and promotes effective healing;
- Bepanten ointment for diaper rash is quite effective and has a calming effect;
- for healing ulcerative chronic wounds on the skin and various kinds of microdamages.
These are only the most common cases in which Bepanten is used; the product’s instructions also suggest the use of ointment after skin grafting operations in order to speed up healing, to treat erosion and other skin diseases.
How does Bepanten ointment work, why should you always have the product in your home medicine cabinet? The drug is ideal for daily use and has a number of advantages compared to other analogues:
- The healing agent can be used for application to different areas of the skin, hairless and scalp, as well as to the mucous membranes;
- The drug is relevant for the treatment of weeping and dry wounds;
- exceptional security. The ointment is recommended not only for adults, but is also approved for use by women during pregnancy and lactation, and in pediatrics. Bepanten is especially widely used for diaper rash in young children.
- During breastfeeding, women apply ointment to their nipples if cracks occur. The ointment does not belong to the category of hormonal drugs and does not have any negative effects.
How to use for diaper rash?
An effective remedy that accelerates the healing process of wounds that bother the child.
It is necessary to use Bepanten to eliminate diaper rash every time after changing a diaper. The medicine is applied to dry, clean skin, gently rubbed in with massage movements until Bepanten is completely absorbed. The procedures are carried out until the diaper rash disappears completely. Using Bepanten ointment for diaper dermatitis works in a similar way. This form of medication can also be used to prevent the appearance of dermatitis.
Bepanten cream: indications and features
The drug appeared on the domestic market in the form of a creamy product relatively recently, but is extremely popular among consumers. If we consider what Bepanten cream is intended for, the instructions for use regulate its fairly wide use.
The product is recommended in the following cases:
- preventive treatment and restoration of dry skin in both adults and children;
- to eliminate irritation after ultraviolet irradiation or phototherapy;
- for the treatment of cervical erosion, bedsores and chronic ulcers;
- for healing minor burns and scratches;
- for treating the skin during topical application of corticosteroids, as well as after manipulation;
- Bepanten against diaper rash is considered a highly effective remedy;
- Bepanten cream, the composition of which is absolutely safe for children, helps to cope with diaper dermatitis in newborns.
Mothers especially often use the cream. If cracks appear on the nipples while breastfeeding, the drug promotes their effective healing and significantly reduces pain.
How is Bepanten used for diaper rash in newborns?
The ointment differs from the cream in a richer and fattier consistency, and has stronger moisturizing properties compared to other forms of Bepanten. It needs more time to be absorbed. This form of “Bepanthen” is used to treat dry skin or childhood dermatitis. The cream has a light consistency. It is absorbed well and quickly, helping to combat diaper rash and heat rash in babies. The lotion is used as a softening, cooling treatment after sunbathing and for the treatment of cracked nipples. In addition, Bepanten is also used to treat the following skin defects and conditions:
- abrasions and scratches;
- ulcers on the body;
- anal fissures;
- burns.
Bepanthen: beneficial properties and effects
The homogeneous topical product Bepanten has proven itself excellent in the treatment and preventive care of skin. Due to its unique composition with natural ingredients, Bepanten cream is completely harmless; the instructions allow you to apply it to delicate baby skin without fear of negative consequences.
When exposed to skin tissues and cells, the product has a moisturizing, anti-inflammatory, wound-healing, regenerating and antimicrobial effect.
The beneficial properties of the drug are as follows:
- when treating skin surfaces, the composition prevents the spread of bacteria and infection of skin tissue, promotes the healing of microdamages and has a slight analgesic effect;
- when the product is applied to damaged areas of the skin, dexpanthenol, after penetration into the tissue, is broken down into vitamin B5, providing additional enrichment of the body with a vitamin beneficial to it;
- the components of the drug activate metabolic processes in skin tissues and help maintain their integrity. Absorbed into the skin, the product at the cellular level enhances metabolic processes, strengthens cell walls and collagen fibers.
Another medicinal form of the drug labeled “plus” Bepanten with chlorhexidine actively destroys microbes on the skin and other infectious substances, while disinfecting damage to the epidermis.
Good to know! Along with the fact that Bepantet is known as an effective remedy for diaper rash in children, it is also very useful for adults who experience discomfort from constantly wet armpits and an unpleasant odor. If you want to overcome sweating, then this remedy will help overcome hyperhidrosis and provide effective treatment.
Release form
There are three forms of release - ointment, cream and lotion. They differ in excipients, concentration of active substance, and external packaging design. New on the market is the Bepanten Derma line of products. These are cosmetic products for dry, unhealthy skin that make it easier to care for. The series includes creams and lotions for hands, face, body and feet, and lip balm.
- Bepanten ointment contains 5% of the active substance. The consistency is a thick, homogeneous mass that lasts a long time on the skin. It has a neutral odor, does not irritate the skin and mucous membranes, and is hypoallergenic. Used to treat diaper rash, cracks, and minor injuries. Not good for hands - constantly removed when washed.
- Bepanten cream is a therapeutic and prophylactic agent. The content of the active substance is the same as in the ointment - 5%. Easy to apply, quickly absorbed. You can smear it on open areas of the body - face and hands, use it before going outside. Has a neutral odor. Used to prevent cracks in dry skin.
On a note! Both dosage forms are available in 30g tubes of the same shape. You can distinguish them by the color of the strip on the packaging - the ointment is marked pink, the cream blue. It is preferable to use ointment for the treatment of diaper rash, and cream for prevention.
- Bepanten lotion contains 2 times less active ingredient - 2.5%. The main purpose is to care for problem skin and prevent diaper rash. Can be used for baby skin care. Available in 200ml bottles.
Bepanten for children
The basis of daily hygiene for a newborn baby is caring for the baby’s skin. Contact with wet diapers, adverse weather conditions, dry air - each of these factors leads to diaper rash, peeling and cracking. Bepanten is an excellent protection for diaper rash in newborns and other skin irritations.
Bepanten for children is in high demand among parents; the instructions for use of the product inform about its excellent effectiveness in pediatric practice. The drug is prescribed in the following cases:
- in order to prevent and treat diaper dermatitis, the product is applied to the baby’s skin;
- Bepanten provides effective treatment for diaper rash, accompanied by swelling of the skin, soreness, redness and itching. To prevent complications, the folds under the abdomen, armpits, buttocks, neck, groin, and areas behind the ears should be treated daily with the product. Is there an analogue of Bepanten for children from diaper rash? You can find similar drugs in pharmacies, but you must study the set of components, the main active ingredient and its concentration;
- Bepanten cream for the hands and face of a child is used as a protective agent before going outside in the cold season or windy weather;
- for rapid healing of abrasions, burns, flaky areas and other irritations, the drug has an active effect;
- for diathesis rashes and skin irritations of allergic origin, pediatricians recommend Bepanten; for prickly heat in infants, the effectiveness of the drug has been noted. The composition eliminates itching, relieves irritation and dries the skin. But here you need to take into account that only the symptoms of allergic rashes can be eliminated by the drug, and not the cause of the allergy itself. Therefore, treatment must be carried out comprehensively as prescribed by a pediatrician.
Note! If you use Bepanten for prickly heat in a newborn and to eliminate small wounds, then an ointment will be much more convenient and useful for this. And when using Bepanten on the hands or face of a baby in order to protect delicate skin from the negative influence of external atmospheric factors, it is better to give preference to a cream composition.
How to apply the drug to a child’s skin and is it possible to smear prickly heat with Bepanten? The use of the product is quite simple: you need to treat problem areas of the skin on the baby’s body with the cream twice a day. It is best to apply it when changing clothes. For prickly heat, Bepantet is today considered one of the most effective and safe formulations. This is confirmed by the instructions for the drug, as well as numerous reviews from those who use it to maintain the hygiene of babies, preventing the occurrence of diaper rash and irritation.
What analogue of Bepanten can be used for children with diaper rash? In composition and action, drugs such as Dexpanthenol, Pantoderm, Panthenol, D-Panthenol, Korneregel, Baneocin are similar. In each of them, dexpanthenone with a 5 percent concentration is used as the main active substance.
As for contraindications, they can only include the child’s individual intolerance to one of the components included in the composition. Using Bepanten cream for newborns against diaper rash, side effects occur extremely rarely. In any case, you should carefully read the instructions and consult your pediatrician before using the product.
Instructions for use
Bepanten can be used to prevent heat rash in infants without a pediatrician's prescription. If your newborn has already developed rashes or weeping areas, you should consult a doctor. A number of laboratory tests may be required to make a diagnosis. Often, the delicate skin of babies is subject to rapid infection, which Bepanten is not able to cope with. In such cases, therapeutic regimens are supplemented with external antibiotics or antimycotics.
Bepanten for nursing mothers
Bepanten is a universal remedy that can be used by all family members. The drug is useful for both adults and children. Along with the fact that Bepanten cream for diaper rash in newborns is highly effective, it is also perfect for mothers of babies.
The drug is recommended by the instructions for nursing mothers as a wound healing agent for cracked nipples. Especially often, such problems are faced by women after their first birth, who put their baby to the breast for the first time and after 2-3 weeks the skin on the nipples noticeably becomes rougher and thicker. To prevent cracks and protect nipples, apply the product after each feeding.
Do I need to wash off the applied composition before the next feeding of the baby? According to the instructions, the cream must be washed off, but the ointment does not need to be washed off. The composition is not harmful for the child, but it is simply uncomfortable for him to put a greasy and slippery nipple in his mouth. He will constantly vent and this can cause malnutrition. Therefore, it is better to rinse your breasts and dry them with a towel.
Doctors recommend that mothers take the product with them to the maternity hospital to protect their nipples, and you can also use diaper rash cream for newborns. Bepanten provides reliable protection for the baby’s skin from birth.
Indications for use
The product is recommended for newborns to care for skin folds, even if the baby is healthy. The procedure is indicated from the first hours of life. When diaper rash, prickly heat, and dermatitis occur, Bepanten is used for treatment alone or in complex therapy.
In older children, adolescents and adults, Bepanten is used as:
- Protective and caring product for dry skin, preventing post-acne;
- Treatment of solar, thermal and chemical burns;
- Treatment of prickly heat and diaper rash in adults;
- Auxiliary for allergies and skin diseases;
- For the treatment of bedsores, ulcers, anal fissures (adjuvant).
Bepanten is used for the treatment and prevention of diaper rash, cracks, and minor skin lesions at any age. Approved for use in newborns, pregnant and lactating women. Recommendations for packing for the maternity hospital necessarily contain advice: take several tubes of Bepanten with you.
On a note! Nursing mothers use the cream to care for the mammary glands and abdominal skin. The product prevents the appearance of cracks and helps cope with existing defects and stretch marks.
Can be used for immune disorders - the drug is completely safe.
Drug No. 1 in the first aid kit of young parents - Bepanten
Bepanten is one of the few dermatological medications that can be used not only by adults, but also by children from the first day of birth. Children's skin is highly sensitive to external influences, especially in newly born babies.
The child’s body is just beginning to adapt to the environment and this is most noticeably manifested by the functioning of the sweat glands. They maintain the baby's optimal body temperature by secreting sweat. If access to the body is limited, especially when the baby is tightly wrapped, sweat is simply retained in the glands, which ultimately leads to the appearance of prickly heat.
One of the most popular and safest remedies in pediatric practice is Bepanten for heat rash in a newborn. This may be a cream or ointment. Regular use of the product prevents the development of diaper dermatitis, and Bepanten cream for diaper rash is also very effective. The drug protects the baby's skin under the diaper and prevents irritation.
The main properties when the product acts on the skin of a child include:
- active hydration of the epidermis;
- prevention of dehydration;
- restoration of natural elasticity;
- acceleration of regenerative processes;
- healing of existing cracks and other damage.
Is Bepanten really that useful for heat rash? The skin of a child has certain physiological differences in comparison with the skin of an adult. It is not combination or oily. The skin type of a young child is predominantly dry and changes only during adolescence. This indicates that the child needs additional hydration of the skin tissue from birth.
Therefore, pediatricians recommend that parents use Bepanten daily in the hygienic care of their children's skin and prickly heat will never appear. It is much easier and more useful to apply the product for preventive purposes than to treat the skin when irritation and inflammatory processes appear.
Features of use during pregnancy and lactation
Pregnant women need Bepanten for skin care and healing of small wounds. It is recommended to lubricate scratches (including from cats), abrasions, and minor burns (including sunburn). Damages that a woman is accustomed to ignoring in everyday life can become a source of infection during pregnancy. Therefore, the faster they heal, the better.
The main area of application of Bepanten in nursing mothers is nipple skin care. It is advisable to start prevention immediately after the baby is born or a few days before. The skin will become softer and more elastic, which will reduce the risk of cracking. If damage does appear, ointment should be applied after feeding and washing.
The drug is used to care for the skin of the genital organs - it is applied after washing. It is believed that this will reduce the likelihood of perineal rupture during childbirth. There is no statistical evidence for this. Regular use of Bepanten improves well-being and prevents thrush.
If there are no contraindications, you can use cream and ointment to speed up the healing of perineal tears. The use of cream to combat postpartum stretch marks is popular.
The effectiveness of the drug for diaper rash and prickly heat
What to do if small pink pimples appear on your baby’s skin? Is it possible to smear Bepanten on a newborn's heat rash?
Even with ideal and careful care for your child, he may develop diaper rash. They may be caused by skin contact with a new diaper or excessive overheating of the child's body. Therefore, during the washing process, you should carefully examine every fold on the baby’s skin and if even the slightest redness is detected, you must use protective equipment.
The most common symptoms found in newborns are:
- the appearance of small blisters on the baby’s body indicates that he has heat rash. Typically, pimples are localized on the neck and skin folds. To eliminate symptoms, Bepanten is excellent for heat rash in a newborn. But you shouldn’t treat your baby yourself. First you need to make sure that the rash is not a manifestation of an allergy or any infection, since in these cases bepanthen alone cannot be used;
- Diaper rash manifests itself as redness on the skin folds. To prevent complications and the occurrence of ulcers, special protective equipment must be urgently used. Bepanten is perfect for this; it can be replaced with other drugs if the child is intolerant to the components of the ointment or cream;
- Diaper dermatitis is quite common in newborn babies. It manifests itself as increased skin sensitivity, redness and swelling. In such cases, it is best to use Bepanten to treat the affected areas.
There is no need to wait until you need to use Bepanten for heat rash; it is better to apply the product to the child’s skin daily for preventive purposes and to prevent complications that are unpleasant for the baby and quite painful.
It is important! When choosing a cream or ointment, you should be guided by the condition of the child’s skin. If diaper rash or redness has already appeared on the skin, then it is better to use ointment, but when using the product for preventive purposes, you can limit yourself to cream.
Pharmacological properties
Provitamin B5 has high bioavailability - it is absorbed by epidermal cells from ointment or cream. This substance stimulates skin cell division, collagen formation, and retains moisture. Additional substances moisturize the skin and create a protective layer.
Bepanten for diaper rash is prescribed for the rapid restoration of damaged epidermis as an adjuvant. To eliminate the effects of excessive sweating in infants, regular changes of linen and diapers, air baths, and the use of drying agents are recommended.
The drug is intended for external use only. The cream and lotion are quickly absorbed into the skin, the ointment stays on the surface for a long time. A small amount of pantothenic acid is absorbed into the blood, but systemic effects from the drug have not been identified.
Is it possible to apply Bepanten to a child’s face?
In order to protect the child’s skin from the negative effects of external atmospheric factors, as well as to eliminate various skin problems, it is not only possible, but also recommended to use Bepanten - a facial ointment that is completely harmless. It moisturizes dry skin and is a useful aid in the treatment of allergic rashes.
Considering the tenderness and thinness of children's skin, the product should be spread in a thin layer, gently rubbing in with light massage movements. When applying the drug to the baby's face, it is necessary to avoid the area around the eyes, since contact with the mucous membranes can cause tearing and burning.
In the same way as for the face, you can use Bepanten for the baby’s hands. It is only advisable to put special children’s “anti-scratch” pads on the hands until the composition is absorbed into the skin, so that the child does not lick his fingers or accidentally rub his eyes.
Directions for use and doses
To prevent diaper rash and heat rashes in newborns, use cream or lotion. Every time you change a diaper, you need to inspect the folds on the child’s body - inguinal, intergluteal, and inner thighs. This is where diaper rash occurs. If the baby is healthy, the skin should be wiped with a damp baby wipe and lubricated with a small amount of cream. The product should be evenly distributed over the skin folds. Then you need to give it time to absorb, and only then put on a clean diaper. After bathing, Bepanten cream is applied to all folds on the body and air baths are arranged.
If diaper rash has already appeared, an ointment for prickly heat is used. It is applied when changing a diaper. Before use, you need to remove the baby's skin secretions with a damp cloth. The ointment is applied until the diaper rash goes away.
Nursing mothers apply the drug after each feeding. Cream is used for preventive purposes, and ointment is used for therapeutic purposes. Before application, pacifiers should be washed or wiped with a damp cloth. There is no need to wash off Bepanten before feeding - it will have time to be completely absorbed into the skin.
Analogues of the drug
Bepanten allows you to quickly and effectively eliminate various skin irritations and minor damage. But there are some cases in which, due to intolerance to one or more of the constituent components, it is not advisable to use this drug. What to do if you cannot use Bepanten, what to replace the product with?
Other ointments and creams also belong to drugs with a similar effect and the main active substance dexpanthenol. If for some reason Bepanten is not suitable for an adult or child, analogues can be chosen from the following drugs: D-Panthenol, Pantoderm, Korneregel, Panthenol-spray, Moreal-plus, Rescuer, Panthenol-Ratiopharm, Emolium lotion.
In any case, you should carefully read the instructions, and in cases of allergic manifestations due to the application of protective agents, you should definitely contact a dermatologist or your doctor.
Contraindications
The drug Bepanten has virtually no contraindications for use and can be used from the first days of a child’s life.
The exception is individual intolerance to the components.
In rare cases, the ointment can cause an allergic reaction, which manifests itself as redness of the skin, itching and hives.
It is forbidden to treat the ears with Bepanten, and the drug should not be used on deep wounds.
If long-term use of the product does not improve the condition of the affected areas, you should stop using the ointment and consult a doctor.
When poor skin condition is accompanied by an increase in temperature, you should not start therapy without consulting your doctor.
How to treat an allergic rash on the face?
Allergic rashes on the cheeks and chin occur very often in newborns, this is how the baby’s immune system reacts defensively to an unfavorable external environment. A rash on the face bothers the child and interferes with normal sleep, but this is not the only problem. An allergic rash signals a problem in the body. Most often, such a rash occurs due to exposure to:
- sun;
- cold;
- dust mites, mold or mildew;
- reactions to food;
- reactions to washing powders, synthetic or woolen fabrics;
- insect bites.
Allergies must be treated by first eliminating the cause of its occurrence, and Bepanten will help cope with itching and irritation. To relieve symptoms and eliminate rashes, you should lubricate the baby’s skin with the drug twice a day.
Which diaper cream is best for newborns: Bepanten, zinc ointment, baby cream
Article last updated: 03/28/2018
The skin of a newborn is very delicate and loose. Failure to follow the rules of care can lead to their redness, and in the future – to the occurrence of diaper rash. This, in turn, disrupts the child’s well-being, since skin problems are accompanied by itching, pain and burning.
Creams are used to prevent and treat diaper rash. Our article will help you decide which diaper cream your baby needs and how to apply it correctly.
Bepanten ointment: composition and benefits
The differences between ointment and cream are insignificant. But there are a number of parameters that are worth paying attention to. The release forms of Bepanten differ:
- Texture. The ointment contains wax, so its viscosity is higher. The cream contains polyhydric ethanol and has a lighter texture.
- Intended use. Both forms of therapeutic agents can be used for diaper rash, but reviews from most parents indicate that the ointment is more effective in this case. The cream is most often used as a prophylactic.
- Application area. The cream is suitable for treating the face and scalp; the ointment has a different consistency, so it is not used for application to these areas.
If you have doubts whether a cream or ointment is preferable, you should be guided by the baby’s condition. For prevention, choose a cream, and if you have specific skin problems, use ointment.
The cream is absorbed faster than the ointment. The latter contains lanolin and almond oil, it is more difficult to distribute over the skin, it forms a thick layer. The cream penetrates the epidermis at high speed, and the ointment forms a protective membrane.
Bepanthen for infants: ointment or cream
A child’s skin is quite vulnerable to aggressive environmental influences; it requires constant and proper care.
Cracks, peeling, and diaper rash appear under the influence of dry air, unfavorable weather conditions, after contact with the skin of urine, feces, or prolonged exposure to diapers.
If a rash or diaper rash occurs, you need to take measures to eliminate it, otherwise the condition of the skin will worsen.
Bepanten is an effective remedy for external use, which is used to prevent and treat skin diseases in infants. The medicine moisturizes, restores the skin, eliminates inflammation.
