Description and composition
Benzyl benzoate is a medicine intended for the treatment of scabies and pediculosis.
It has an antiparasitic effect, penetrating the body of ticks and lice through the chitinous cover. The active substance causes paralysis in ticks, which, as it accumulates, leads to their death. The active components do not penetrate into the blood; they only have a local effect on adult parasites and their eggs. When treating demodicosis, it is recommended to use benzyl benzoate in the form of:
- ointments 20% - available in tubes of 25 and 30 g, cost - about 20-40 rubles;
- emulsion 20% - a homogeneous liquid mass of white color, has a specific smell, packaged in bottles of 50, 100 and 200 ml - price ranges from 30-140 rubles.
Benzyl benzoate is available without a prescription.
The main components of the remedy:
- active ingredient – benzoic acid phenylmethyl alcohol (10 or 25%);
- auxiliary - sodium hydroxide, carbopol, nipazole and polysorbate;
- cetylpyridinium chloride – has a bacteriostatic effect and is an antimicrobial preservative.
What kind of ointment
Representatives of the Demodex genus are sensitive to the drug, causing demodicosis of the skin and mucous membranes, lice and scabies.
The medicine is intended for external application.
The active ingredient is benzoic acid phenylmethyl ester - benzyl benzoate.
The active ingredient is benzyl benzoate; (100 or 200 mg - depends on the concentration of the drug).
Additional components form a water-emulsion base consisting of:
- soft paraffin;
- macrogol 400;
- macrogolglycerol;
- cetostearyl ether;
- cetostearyl alcohol;
- stearic acid;
- citric acid;
- monohydrate;
- chlorhexidine solution;
- distilled water.
Does not treat demodicosis very effectively and is very painful
Hi all! Today I will talk about the remedies that helped me in the treatment of demodex. As a fan of reading about everything on the Internet, I searched all possible sites in search of a miracle remedy that would instantly help. Let me tell you straight away that this does not exist. Well, first things first.
I’ll tell you right away: DO NOT MEDICATE YOURSELF UNTIL YOU HAVE AN ACCURATE DIAGNOSIS! Yes, it’s probably annoying to read this in every review, but it’s true, because you can only make things worse for yourself. But. I started self-medicating. Why? A. In my small town it is very difficult to get tested for subcutaneous parasites.
My demodicosis receded only about three years ago from the “honestly suffered” 8 years. Now I only periodically take Skagel courses for skin smoothing and homemade Darsonval for the prevention and maintenance of skin exhausted by treatment and demodex in proper form.
Demodicosis and its therapy
Demodecosis refers to a parasitic disease of the skin in humans, which is characterized by a chronic course and frequent relapses. When the epidermis on the face is damaged by demodex mites, unpleasant clinical signs (redness, pimples, ulcers) are possible, which are reflected in appearance.
Demodex settle in the sebaceous glands of the upper layer of the epidermis, causing an inflammatory process and the appearance of inflammation and acne. According to experts, it is their activity that causes small abscesses, which are diagnosed as acne.
Treatment of demodicosis, which is only possible with accurate diagnosis and detection of subcutaneous parasites, is a long and unpleasant process. Treating demodicosis with benzyl benzoate is very effective. However, it is recommended to use the medicine only in combination with other medications, which should be prescribed by a dermatologist after diagnosis: Demodicosis.
Analogs
The drug is budget-friendly, the average price for an ointment is 30 rubles, for an emulsion - no more than 50 rubles.
Cream and gel – up to 100 rubles (depending on the volume of the package).
A non-hormonal substitute - Wilkinson's ointment, which is similar in indications for use, but different in the active substance.
The main analogues of benzyl benzoate ointment are emulsion, cream and gel in concentrations of 10% for children, 20% for adults.
Tradename:
benzyl benzoate
International nonproprietary name:
benzyl benzoate
Dosage form:
ointment for external use
Compound:
active ingredient - medical benzyl benzoate 20 g. Excipients - arepol, sodium hydroxide, nipagin, nipazol, Tween-80, purified water.
Description:
The ointment is white or yellowish-white in color with a specific odor. Air bubbles are allowed.
Pharmacotherapeutic group:
anti-scabies
ATX code:
[P03AX01]
Pharmacological properties:
Anti-scabies drug for external use. Has a toxic effect against scabies mites. Causes the death of larvae and adults of scabies mites.
Pharmacokinetics:
Penetrates the upper layers of the epidermis and is not absorbed into the systemic circulation.
Indications for use:
The ointment is used to treat scabies.
Contraindications:
Directions for use and dosage:
The course of treatment lasts 4 days. Adults are prescribed 20% ointment, and children - 10%. On the first day, treatment is carried out in the evening before bed after washing thoroughly in the shower with warm water and soap. The ointment is rubbed into the skin of the hands, then the torso and legs, including the soles and fingers. After treating the skin, only clean linen and clothing should be used. On the 2nd and 3rd days they take a break from treatment, while the remaining ointment is not washed off from the skin. On the 4th day in the evening, the patient washes with soap and rubs in the ointment as on the first day, using the remaining ointment and changes all the underwear again. Hands should not be washed for 3 hours after treatment; Subsequently, hands are treated with ointment after each wash. If the ointment is washed off from other areas of the skin, they must also be re-treated. The ointment is completely washed off the skin on the fifth day of treatment.
Side effect:
Local reactions: possible (especially in children) burning sensation, skin irritation, allergic reactions.
Special instructions:
Treatment of patients identified in one outbreak, as well as contact persons, should be carried out simultaneously to avoid re-infection. The persistence of itching after treatment is not an indication for prescribing an additional course of specific therapy. Itching is the body’s reaction to a killed tick and its waste products and disappears when antihistamines and ointments with glucocorticoids are prescribed. After treatment, medical supervision is required for 2 weeks, and in the presence of complications, for a longer time.
All items that have come into contact with contaminated skin must be thoroughly treated. Bedding and linen, towels are boiled in a solution of washing powder for 5-10 minutes. Outerwear is ironed on both sides with a hot iron. Items that cannot be heat treated are hung out in the open air for 3 days. Shoes, toys and other items are excluded from use for 5 days and placed in a plastic bag. Mattresses, pillows, blankets are also excluded from use for 5 days or are subjected to chamber disinfection. Upholstered furniture can be treated with disinsection preparations. The apartment must be cleaned, the floors washed with detergents or the addition of disinfectants. It is necessary to avoid getting the drug into the eyes, nose, and mouth.
In case of contact with the drug:
- in the mouth: rinse the mouth generously with water or a 2% warm solution of sodium bicarbonate (baking soda);
- into the stomach: the stomach is washed with a 1%-2% solution of sodium bicarbonate (baking soda), an aqueous mixture of burnt magnesia and activated carbon;
- into the eyes: rinse thoroughly with water or a solution of (sodium bicarbonate) baking soda.
Release form:
Ointment for external use 20% in aluminum tubes of 25 g; 30; 50 g. Each tube, along with instructions for medical use, is placed in a cardboard pack.
Storage conditions:
In a place protected from light at a temperature not exceeding 25°C; in places inaccessible to children.
Best before date:
4 years. Do not use after expiration date.
Conditions for dispensing from pharmacies:
over the counter.
Manufacturer.
CJSC "Green Dubrava", 141800 Moscow region, Dmitrov, DZFS microdistrict, st. Professional, no. 151
This is one of the most popular acaricidal drugs. Its action is aimed at the complete destruction of skin parasites.
Reliable product, but use with caution
The dosage regimen depends on the form of the pathology and is determined by a specialist. The age of the patient matters, as well as the individual characteristics of his body. For extensive lesions, the emulsion or ointment should be applied to the entire face in a circular motion. At the same time, you cannot roughly influence the epidermis. The skin is left weakened and irritation can easily occur. You need to ensure that the medicine does not get into your nose, mouth or eyes. Benzyl benzoate can cause severe burns to the mucous membrane. If the product does get into your eyes, you should wash thoroughly with warm water.
Benzyl benzoate ointment also shows high effectiveness
For demodicosis on the skin of the face, you can use both ointment and emulsion. Both of these forms show high effectiveness in treating the disease. However, reviews show that the emulsion is more convenient to use. It is easily absorbed and does not leave an oily sheen on the skin.
The drug must be applied once a day to a previously cleansed face. Steaming the skin is not recommended. Experts recommend using Benzyl benzoate before bedtime, after hygiene procedures. This way the main substance will act on the skin throughout the night. In the morning, be sure to wash off any remaining medication. During the treatment of demodicosis, you should not use decorative cosmetics.
The product must be applied in a circular motion to damaged skin.
If the patient seeks help in a timely manner and the rash appears only locally, the drug should be applied pointwise. There is no need to apply it to the entire face.
The course of therapy is individual and depends on the severity of the inflammatory process. Treatment can last from one and a half to three months. Therapy should be continued for several more weeks after the disappearance of unpleasant symptoms. This will prevent the disease from becoming chronic.
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I have been struggling with problem skin for many years. Small pimples on the forehead, and a constant problem with the chin, wings of the nose and cheeks. I went to three different dermatologists, one of them advised me to do a test for demodicosis. The test was negative!
Since adolescence, I have always had problem skin, sometimes there were improvements, sometimes (fortunately, only a couple of months) I could not look in the mirror without tears. My father is a doctor, so he took me to a good endocrinologist, a gynecologist, and dermatologists, looking for gastrointestinal diseases.
This drug was prescribed to me by a cosmetologist. I use ointment for external use 20 BENZYL BENZOATE together with other drugs, Clindovit gel and Differin gel. This drug works well against demodex. The duration of its use, based on the doctor’s words, is at least 6 months.
Precautions when using Benzyl Benzoate
Overdose may cause numerous side effects. Contact of the emulsion with the mucous membrane of the eyes should be avoided. Along with treatment, it is necessary to disinfect all items of clothing, hats and bed linen. To enhance the effect, you need to take a shower before therapy to remove parasites from the skin and ensure easy penetration of the drug. If treated hands have to be washed during the day, then re-treatment is required after washing.
To preserve the properties of the drug, it must be stored in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations - 2 years at a temperature of 15-25 degrees. If the container with the suspension is open, it can be stored at room temperature for 7 days.
If the drug accidentally gets into the eye, nose, or mouth, it is necessary to irrigate the area with water as quickly as possible. When the emulsion has penetrated the digestive tract, rinsing is done with special cleansing preparations.
Reviews about Benzyl benzoate ointment 20%
We applied it as follows: we smeared all the pimples with a thin layer of cream, the most important thing is not to wash for 3 days, and after the first use our problem went away. If it doesn’t go away after one time, on the fourth day you need to wash yourself and apply the ointment again.
Linen and all clothing must be thoroughly washed and ironed.
Of course, it has a specific smell, but there’s nothing you can do to get better.
There are not many contraindications: breastfeeding, pregnancy and children under 3 years of age.
In general, if you have been visited by such an illness, I recommend it and do not forget that if you do not treat it in time, complications will arise.
This miracle remedy helped me in the fight against demodicosis of the face and body. Yes, my demodex has spread not only to my face, but also to my arms and legs. Small red spots on the face and body, which I first mistook for acne, and then for lichen (that was my fear) forever weaned me from using...
Directions for use and dosage
The cream is applied externally by applying a thin layer. Treatment is carried out according to the scheme:
1 Ointment for scabies benzyl benzoate 20% is used by adults, 10% is intended for children. The skin is treated after hygiene procedures. Apply the product carefully, avoiding mucous membranes and hairy areas. One procedure requires at least 0.5 bottles of product. The manipulation is repeated on days 3 and 5.
2 Head lice. Washed hair is treated with ointment or emulsion and the hair is wrapped in a cloth made of non-synthetic threads (for example, cotton). The procedure is repeated every other day for 7 days. During this time, it is not recommended to change bed linen. On day 8, hair should be washed using 3% acetic acid.
3 Benzyl benzoate for pubic lice is applied on days 1, 3, 5. The area of application of the product includes the pubis, inguinal folds, inner thighs; crotch. If the desired result is not achieved, the process is repeated again.
4 If demodex is detected, infected areas are treated with the drug 2 times a day for 10 days. If the affected area is the skin of the face, then wash with a weak soap solution before applying the cream.
Treatment procedures are carried out in the evening after hygiene procedures. The emulsion is applied to infected areas of the skin or scalp 1 time per day, every other day.
While using the medicinal substance, underwear, clothes and bedding do not change. Duration of treatment is from 7 to 10 days.
Reviews about the application
How to use? Before use, cleanse your face with warm water and antibacterial soap.
The skin is allowed to dry, after which a thin layer of ointment is applied to problem areas.
After 30 minutes, the product is washed off and a moisturizer is applied to the skin.
While the drug is kept on the skin, subcutaneous mites are destroyed.
The emulsion must be applied pointwise to the affected areas, avoiding contact with healthy skin. In the first days of treatment, the skin condition may worsen - the number of acne and inflammation increases.
This is due to the ability of Benzyl benzoate to draw pus out. After a few days, the condition will improve significantly, and the rash will disappear. When applying, it is necessary to protect the eyes from possible contact with the medicinal composition.
As in the case of treating scabies, with Demodicosis it is necessary to change bed linen, discard previously used cosmetics that may be infected with mites, and wash clothes at high temperatures.
After the course of treatment, it is necessary to re-test the number of mites in the skin. If necessary, treatment with Benzyl benzoate can be repeated, but this should be done strictly under the supervision of a specialist.
The drug is not added to masks and compresses are not made based on it.
Instructions for use of benzyl benzoate ointment:
- the procedure must be carried out several times a day: when using cream - 3-5 times, emulsion - twice a day;
- pre-clean the skin with a soap solution or antibacterial soap;
- dry the surface by blotting with a soft cloth;
- apply the ointment to the face in problem areas and leave for 30 minutes; when using the emulsion, you must first shake it;
- then rinse off the product with water;
- Apply a light moisturizer.
Often, immediately after applying the cream, unpleasant sensations and itching occur, which is due to the response of the skin to dead parasites and their metabolic products located in its thickness. To reduce itching, the doctor may prescribe antihistamines, as well as ointments with corticosteroids, which effectively relieve unpleasant symptoms.
During the first sessions, the appearance and condition of the skin may worsen: inflammation and the number of abscesses increase. This is explained by the fact that Benzyl benzoate ointment is capable of drawing pus from the upper layer of the epidermis outward. After a few days, the skin condition begins to improve, and the amount of rash decreases.
The course of therapy ranges from 7-10 to 21 days, but its duration depends on many individual factors: the speed of restoration of the epidermis after damage, the presence of foci of inflammation, the intensity of itching, etc.
After completing the course, it is recommended to re-test for the presence of Demodex in the subcutaneous layer. If necessary, procedures using Benzyl benzoate should be repeated a month after 1 course.
As numerous reviews of Benzyl benzoate testify, the ointment works quite effectively in combination with other drugs prescribed by a dermatologist to cure demodicosis.
I had to deal with a chronic form of demodicosis. For a long time I treated acne, not suspecting that a mite was to blame. I made various homemade masks and wiped my face with alcohol tinctures. Finally, I turned to a dermatologist. It turned out that a parasite lives on the skin. The doctor prescribed Benzyl benzoate. In the first week of treatment I didn’t see any results, but then my skin condition began to improve. I completely got rid of the parasite in two months.
I came across benzyl benzoate when my mother treated me for lice as a child. And recently I had to remember about the medicine when I was diagnosed with demodicosis. Treatment has just begun. The result is still small, but it is there.
Unfortunately, the medicine did not help me. I used it for more than a month, the rashes remained in place. Perhaps the diagnosis was initially made incorrectly.
Benzyl benzoate is an external medicine (emulsion, ointment) intended for the treatment of scabies. Causes toxic damage to scabies mites. Has an anti-pediculosis effect. Used in pediatric practice in patients over three years of age. Contraindicated for persons with individual intolerance to the active component, pregnant women and nursing mothers. The duration of treatment, regardless of the dosage form, is 4 days. For adults, 20% ointment (or emulsion) is indicated, for children - 10%.
Before use, the emulsion is diluted with boiled water at room temperature, using equal parts of water and the drug. On the first day, apply the emulsion or ointment in the evening before going to bed after taking a warm shower and thoroughly washing with soap. The pharmaceutical substance (whether it is an emulsion or an ointment) is rubbed into the skin of the upper extremities, torso, and then the lower extremities. After the procedure, only clean underwear and wardrobe items are used.
The same is done for other areas of the skin from which the emulsion or ointment was accidentally washed off. The drug is completely removed from the skin of the body on the fifth day. Drug therapy for complications caused by scabies (inflammatory, purulent and/or eczematous skin lesions) is carried out simultaneously with treatment of the underlying disease until the patient is completely cured of all its consequences. Benzyl benzoate is well tolerated by patients.
Side effects are relatively rare. In this regard, only allergic and local reactions can be noted, manifested by irritation, hyperemia and local burning. If such reactions of the body to benzyl benzoate develop, its use should be discontinued. There are no cases of drug overdose or pharmacological interaction with other drugs reported in the medical literature. Itchy skin at the end of treatment does not indicate its failure and the need for a second course of medication: this is the body’s reaction to a dead tick.
Instructions for use of Benzyl benzoate
Benzyl benzoate emulsion against lice
To cure pediculosis, you should lubricate the scalp with emulsion. When applied, you can easily rub the product into the skin and saturate your hair. Then you need to cover the mask with a scarf. Exposure time - 30 minutes. Rinsing is done with warm water, then it is advisable to douse your head with a rinse with 5% vinegar. After the session, wash your hair using shampoo or soap. To comb out the corpses of lice and nits, you will need careful combing with a comb with close-fitting teeth. To evaluate the effectiveness of the procedure, perform an examination one day after the procedure. To consolidate the therapeutic effect or in advanced cases, repeated application of the mask is required.
Care should be taken when rinsing the drug from the head. It is important that the product does not come into contact with the skin of the face, otherwise irritation may occur.
There is also an option - after using Benzyl benzoate, wrap a cloth soaked in 5% vinegar around your head for an hour. This measure helps to detach firmly held nits from the hair. To make a solution of the desired consistency, mix a glass of ordinary vinegar and a glass of water at a temperature of 50 degrees. After the vinegar mask, apply shampoo and comb out the remaining parasites from the hair.
Benzyl benzoate for lice pubis
For the treatment of pubic lice, approximately 25 g of the drug is taken per person. Using a cotton swab, gently rub the liquid into the affected genital area. Leave the mask on for 10 minutes, then rinse the treated area thoroughly with warm water.
Benzyl benzoate emulsion for scabies
To cleanse the skin of scabies or cure pityriasis versicolor, an emulsion is also used. First we take a light shower. Soak cotton wool or gauze in the emulsion and rub the product into problem areas of the skin. The hands are treated first, then the legs and the necessary areas of the body are lubricated. It is advisable to refrain from washing your hands for about 3 hours after lubricating your hands with the emulsion. When the skin treatment is done, you need to put on clean clothes and completely replace the bedding. It is advisable to do this treatment daily, for a total of 3 days. When the course is completed, you need to take a control shower and change your underwear again to clean ones. If necessary, repeat the method and the scabies will go away.
Benzyl benzoate emulsion for demodicosis
Therapy against demodicosis and red acne requires treatment with an emulsion 3 to 5 times a day. The 20% product is applied thinly, avoiding contact with the eyes. The duration of treatment is determined individually - depending on the speed of restoration of damaged skin, the intensity of itching, the presence or absence of foci of inflammation.
The second way to treat red acne and demodicosis is to wash and lubricate the skin with the drug before going to bed. In the morning, wash off everything, also with warm water, lathering your face with soap. The optimal course duration is 14-21 days.
Benzyl benzoate emulsion for oily seborrhea
To return the skin to its normal state and remove the manifestations of oily seborrhea, the scalp is thinly lubricated with an emulsion. Next, you need to soak the product for 30 to 40 minutes. When the time is up, wash your hair. This treatment session should be carried out 2-3 times a week.
Benzyl benzoate emulsion with soap
There are many positive reviews about the use of a soap-water solution with an emulsion. A concentration of 10% is suitable for children, and 20% for adults.
- boiling warm water - 780 ml;
- soap - 20 g;
- Benzyl benzoate preparation - 200 ml.
The machine uses solid soap or shampoo as a base. Emulsion with soap and water is suitable for use for a week. Lubricate the skin with the mixture using a cotton swab. Process for 2 days, every day 2 times for 10 minutes.
Benzyl benzoate emulsion with glycerin
It is known that this emulsion is not soluble in glycerol. There is little information about this combination, so it should not be used. But the emulsion can be mixed with alcohol and essential oils.
Which is better - emulsion or benzyl benzoate ointment?
The emulsion is liquid and the ointment is thick, the active ingredient is the same. What form of release is advisable to use in a particular case is decided by the attending physician.
Contraindications and side effects
The ointment should not be rubbed into the skin if the patient has an individual intolerance to one or more active ingredients. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should consult your doctor. The drug is contraindicated for most patients. You cannot treat demodicosis with ointment if the patient is a child (under 6 years old). The drug is not used if there are pustular formations or wounds on the patient’s skin.
Side effects are extremely rare when used topically. The likelihood of their occurrence increases in the case of medication applications. The patient may feel a burning sensation, but it disappears on its own, without special influence, so you should not stop using the medicine. If a person has very sensitive skin, there is a risk of local reactions: this may be dryness of the upper layers of the epidermis, their redness, an itchy sensation immediately after treating the affected areas.
The occurrence of allergic reactions is possible. When side effects do not disappear on their own, you must stop taking the medication and contact a medical facility for qualified help. Most often, the appearance of an allergic reaction of the body (hives, rash, redness) is provoked by neglecting the instructions for the medication. You cannot increase the dosage, change it yourself, or violate the duration of the therapeutic course. Treatment is adjusted only by the attending physician.
When taking the ointment orally, disturbances in the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract occur. In this case, it is necessary to rinse the stomach and take absorbents. Since local use of the drug does not threaten the absorption of benzyl benzoate components into the patient’s blood, cases of overdose are not observed.
The ointment should be applied up to five times a day exclusively to the affected areas.
The frequency of use of the emulsion is 2 times a day.
The maximum course of treatment for Demodecosis with Benzyl benzoate is 10 days, the optimal course is 5 days.
Do not leave Benzyl benzoate on the skin for more than 30 minutes - this can cause dermatitis and allergic reactions.
The drug is contraindicated:
- during pregnancy and lactation;
- with hypersensitivity to the drug.
After applying Benzyl Benzoate to the skin, a strong burning sensation may occur, which lasts no more than a couple of minutes.
Sensitive skin may experience mild redness, itching and dryness.
Facial cream or ointment with benzyl benzoate is contraindicated:
- women during the period of bearing a child and feeding him;
- people with individual sensitivity to the components of the ointment;
- children under 3 years of age.
It is not recommended to leave Benzyl benzoate on the skin for more than half an hour, as allergic reactions, severe dry skin and itching may occur.
Side effects may manifest themselves in the form of itching, burning sensations, irritation and allergic reactions.
Side effects
Benzyl benzoate can cause allergies, and if it gets into the eyes, it can cause burning and irritation of the facial skin.
If you suddenly experience any unpleasant symptoms, then you should stop using the drug and consult with your doctor about replacing the drug with analogues, which include Sulfur ointment and Spregal spray.
Cautions
If the substance gets on the mucous membranes, you need to rinse them abundantly with water. If the product is accidentally swallowed, the stomach is washed with a 1-2% sodium bicarbonate solution or a mixture of activated carbon and burnt magnesia. I advise you to call an ambulance in such situations.
