Solkoderm

Active material: acetic acid, lactic acid, Nitric acid, oxalic acid dihydrate, Median nitrate
When ATH: D11AF
CCF: The preparation for the topical treatment of benign skin lesions with cauterizing and mummified action
ICD-10 codes (testimony): A63.0, B07, D22
When CSF: 29.11.01
Manufacturer: VALEANT PHARMACEUTICALS SWITZERLAND GmbH (Switzerland)

Pharmaceutical form, composition and packaging

The solution for outdoor applications clear, colorless.

Excipients: water distillirovannaya.

0.2 ml – colorless glass vials (1) complete with a plastic applicator (1) and glass capillaries (2) – packings Valium planimetric (1) – packs cardboard.

Pharmacological action

The drug for the local treatment of superficial benign skin lesions.

The combined effects on the affected area of ​​the skin components Solkoderm provides direct intravital fixation followed mummification pathologically altered tissue, with which the drug comes into contact.

The direct effect of the drug is expressed in the appearance of skin discoloration characteristic gray or pale yellowish. Devitalised tissue after exposure to the drug and dewatered as mummification becomes dark brown in color. Formed spontaneously mummified scab peels off after a few days or weeks.

Healing occurs quickly; complications such as secondary infection or the occurrence of scar tissue are rare.

Pharmacokinetics

When using Solcoderm not observed any significant absorption of the active substance through the skin; because of the minimal therapeutic dose volume of the preparation has no systemic effect on the organism.

Testimony

For topical use in the treatment of benign skin changes:

- Common warts (Common wart);

- Plantar warts (Verruca plantaris);

- Genital warts (Acuminate condylomata);

- Nevokletochny nevus, tested for goodness (Naevus naevo-Cellular).

Dosage regimen

Solkoderm intended for external use only; procedure should be performed by a qualified physician or medical personnel under the supervision of a physician.

Before the procedure, the area of ​​the affected area of ​​the skin treated with ethanol or ether. Solkoderm applied directly to the affected area of ​​the skin. For the application of the drug to the skin using a special plastic applicator with a sharp and blunt ends, Available in pack. The sharp edge is mainly used for applying the product to small areas of affected skin; the blunt end is used for the treatment of extensive lesions.

As an alternative method of applying the product using the supplied glass capillary. The combined area of ​​skin lesions 2-3 cm² They may also be processed using a glass capillary. To fill the drug glass capillary, must be immersed for several minutes in a solution Solkoderm. Be particularly careful with the application, avoid applying too much solution Solkoderm and damage the underlying layers of tissue. It should be applied as a solution, as it absorbs the fabric of the affected area of ​​the skin.

Solkoderm gently applied to the affected area of ​​skin plastic or glass capillary applicator and then distributed over the surface of the selected area of ​​skin with gentle pressure using a plastic applicator until complete penetration of the solution into the fabric. During subsequent 3-5 min should be carefully observe changes, occurring on the treated area: skin discoloration occurs with the appearance of the characteristic pale gray or yellowish. The procedure must be repeated until, until a change of color of skin above.

In the treatment of warts keratinized upper layer of the stratum corneum must be deleted.

Affected skin diameter of more than 10 mm processed Solkoderm only, if it is established, pathologically altered that only the top layer of skin.

In the presence of multiple lesions of the skin treatment Solkoderm should be carried out in several stages, at intervals of about 4 of the week. During each treatment may be treated less than 2-3 lesions with a total area of ​​not more than 2-3 cm².

Within a few days after the procedure the treated area of ​​skin becomes dark brown in color and dries to form a scab. In the case of unsatisfactory mummification pathologically altered tissue can be carried out a second procedure in a few days.

For, to facilitate fixing and mummification pathologically altered tissue, undergoing treatment, affected areas should be treated 2-3 times / day swab, moistened 70% ethanol solution (especially after a bath or after washing).

Do not remove the scab scraping or using mechanical means. The scab should fall off spontaneously, otherwise possible disturbance of tissue healing and scarring.

Side effect

Local reactions: mild transient erythema and time of occurrence of ischemic white ring on the healthy skin around the site of drug application (do not require special treatment); transient burning sensation within minutes after application; In very rare cases – changes in skin pigmentation and scarring.

Contraindications

- Malignant neoplasms of the skin, prone to metastasize (incl. zlokachestvennaya melanoma);

- Pronounced tendency to form scar tissue.

Solkoderm can not be used for removing freckles and keloid scars.

Pregnancy and lactation

Studies on the possible impact of the drug on the body of women during pregnancy and lactation has not yet been carried out. Apply Solkoderm during pregnancy and lactation is possible only in cases, where the potential benefits of its use exceeds the potential risk to the fetus or child.

Experimental studies Animal studies have shown the absence of a risk factor for the fetus.

Cautions

Do not use the drug Solkoderm on inflamed skin.

Extreme care is required in the treatment of drug Solkoderm benign skin tumors, previously subjected to treatment with other drugs, other methods.

After a biopsy of the affected area of ​​skin is recommended to wait 8-10 days, before you start treatment with a solution Solkoderm.

In the treatment of affected areas, located next to the mucous membranes, incl. around the eyes, should take special precautions.

If there is a random hit on the solution Solkoderm healthy skin, it must be immediately removed using a water-wet cotton swab. If there is an accidental hit in the eye solution Solkoderm, urgent need to rinse the eyes with large amounts of water or by using a weak alkali solution (1% solution of sodium bicarbonate). Drops of solution Solkoderm, trapped on furniture or clothing, must be washed with water, as Solkoderm can destroy materials, they are made of.

In the case of pain at the time of application of the drug treatment should be immediately interrupted.

When expressed strong local irritation and itching on the skin, adjacent to the site of drug application, recommended cream, containing corticosteroids, or ointment, having anesthetic effect.

Before reaching complete healing of the lesions treated solkoderm (about 2-4 months after therapy) Avoid direct sunlight and ultraviolet radiation.

For each treatment procedure, you must use a new vial, tk. after opening of the ampoule solution is chemically stable solkoderm. Upon opening a vial should be stored vertically by fixing it in a special slot contour packaging for ampoules.

Before you discard the used ampoule, the remnants of the solution should be washed off in flowing water. An empty vial can be thrown in the trash.

Use in Pediatrics

There are no restrictions on the use of the drug at Solkoderm older children 5 years.

Overdose

Symptoms: drug application Solkoderm too high doses can cause acid burns and damage to the deeper layers of the skin.

Treatment: ulcer, formed as a result of an overdose, It is treated like a normal wound.

Drug Interactions

Solkoderm interaction with other drugs is not established topical.

Conditions of supply of pharmacies

The drug is released under the prescription.

Conditions and terms

The drug should be stored out of reach of children at a temperature of 8 ° to 20 ° C. Handle with care! Shelf life – 2 year.