A solution of rivanol: indications and instructions for use

"Rivanol" – antiseptic, effective against pathogenic microorganisms, especially streptococci. This means a high concentration of coagulated proteins, and to inhibit some enzymes of bacteria. Usually "Rivanol" is used in the form of a freshly prepared solution, ointment, powder or paste. Known cases of intravenous use of the drug.

The scope of "Rivanol"

"Rivanol" - disinfectant agent used for the treatment and prevention of surgical, urological, dermatological, gynecological, ophthalmological and otorhinolaryngological diseases.

The use of a solution of Rivanol. Apply an antiseptic for the treatment of purulent wounds, washing of the pleural cavity, struggle with pustular skin lesions, treatment of chronic dermatoses, psoriasis, boils, inflammation of the nasal and oral cavity, conjunctivitis, cystitis, arthritis, colitis, and also for the care of patients undergoing peritonitis.

Especially effective "Rivanol" for the treatment of infected wounds, which has just begun the process of suppuration. Just started using the solution is able to prevent the further spread of pathogens and even greater damage to surrounding tissue.

Therapeutic effect of "Rivanol" is to eliminate pain, reduce inflammation and destroy harmful bacteria. The drug has no aggressive action on mucous membranes which are irritated by most medicines. It is also administered orally for the treatment of diseases of the large and small intestines.

"Rivanol" is used as the basis for anaesthetic injections, along with the novocaine. In cosmetology it is used for hair removal on the face. To do this, prepare a less concentrated solution which is applied on a cotton swab daily and lubricate the problem areas. After this painless procedure, the hair grows back very slowly.

The only contraindication to the use of this drug – kidney disease with the presence of protein in the urine.

Method of the use of "Rivanol"

The solution of "Rivanol" for internal or external use is prepared immediately before use. Fresh and infected wounds treated with 0.1% or 0.2% aqueous solution; the pleural and abdominal cavity was washed with 0.05% solution; lotions to combat boils and carbuncles make a 0.2% solution; for rinsing the nasal and oral cavity using 0.1% solution or lubricate the inflamed mucosa with a swab dipped in 1% solution.

In a solution of Rivanol" used to remove the hair growing in undesirable places, add the boric acid and ethacridine. These substances have damaging effects on the hair follicle. Prepare the medium by dissolving 10 g of powder in 10 litres of water.

Before using the solution of "Rivanol" should be allergopharma, causing the inner surface of the elbow and waited 6 hours. Only in the absence of changes in the skin are transferred to the treatment.