Levomekol ointment 40 g

1. Composition and form of release

Active ingredients:

Chloramphenicol (levomycetin) is a broad—spectrum antibiotic. It kills many types of bacteria (Staphylococcus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, E. coli, etc.).

Methyluracil is a substance that improves tissue regeneration (repair), relieves inflammation and strengthens local immunity.

Product form: Ointment for external use of white or yellowish color. Available in cans or tubes (25g, 30g, 40g).

2. Pharmacological action

Antibacterial: Effectively fights against pyogenic bacteria.

Regenerating: Accelerates the healing and repair of tissues.

Anti-inflammatory and dehydrating: Draws out purulent exudate and cleanses the wound, reduces swelling.

The ointment has a good penetrating ability even in the presence of pus and necrotic masses, without damaging biological membranes.

3. Indications for use

Levomekol is used for purulent wounds, especially in the first (purulent-necrotic) phase of the wound process.

Purulent wounds (infected)

Boils, carbuncles

Trophic ulcers

Burns of 2-3 degrees (at the stage of suppuration)

Pressure sores

Inflamed postpartum tears, stitches

After opening purulent abscesses

4. Contraindications

Individual hypersensitivity to chloramphenicol, methyluracil or other components of the ointment.

Psoriasis, eczema, fungal skin lesions at the site of application.

With caution during pregnancy, lactation and in children (only for strict indications and after consulting a doctor).

5. Method of administration and dosage

1. Wound cleaning: Before application, the wound must be cleaned of pus and necrotic tissues using sterile saline solution or antiseptic (for example, chlorhexidine).

2. Application:

Superficial wounds: The ointment is applied in a thin layer on a sterile gauze cloth or swab. The wound is loosely filled with this napkin.

Deep purulent cavities: Using a syringe, a preheated ointment (to body temperature) is injected into the cavity through a drainage tube.

3. Dressing: A napkin with ointment is fixed on the wound with a bandage or adhesive plaster.

4. Changing the bandage: Bandages are changed daily until the wound is cleared of pus and necrosis. In severe cases, it can be changed 2 times a day. After cleansing the wound and the appearance of granulations (young tissue), the use of Levomecol is usually discontinued.

6. Side effects

Local reactions: Allergic reactions (rash, itching, redness, urticaria, swelling at the application site).

Systemic reactions (extremely rare, with extensive use over large areas): Reactions associated with the absorption of chloramphenicol (inhibition of hematopoiesis) may occur.

7. Special instructions

It is not recommended to apply the ointment simply on undamaged skin.

Avoid getting the ointment in the eyes and on the mucous membranes.

If signs of allergy appear, the use of ointment should be discontinued.

Do not use the ointment after the expiration date (usually 3.5 years).

8. Interaction with other medicinal products

There were no clinically significant interactions with topical application. However, when used concomitantly with other topical remedies, it is recommended to consult a doctor.

9. Storage conditions

Keep out of reach of children, protected from light, at a temperature not exceeding +20 °C (some manufacturers indicate up to +25 ° C). Do not freeze.