Vishnevsky ointment for boils: how to use correctly at home

Vishnevsky ointment (Balsamic Liniment) is a local spectrum drug that is prescribed for furunculosis and inflammatory skin diseases accompanied by acne.

This medication is applied directly to the diseased area of ​​the skin with an even distribution over the entire surface of the epithelial tissue, or it is applied to the body along with an antiseptic bandage. Vishnevsky ointment is not used for symptomatic therapy, but is indicated for regular use throughout a continuous therapeutic course.

Chemical composition

Vishnevsky ointment has a combined chemical composition. This medication contains active ingredients of plant and synthetic origin. The table below lists the constituent substances of Balsamic Liniment, as well as their therapeutic dosage.

Vishnevsky ointment contains an auxiliary component in the form of castor oil. This substance acts as an oil solvent and also accelerates the process of absorption of the drug into the structure of epithelial tissues. Balsamic liniment has a completely safe biochemical composition, which does not contain toxic or carcinogenic compounds.

Release form

Balsamic liniment is produced in the form of a thick dark brown ointment with a rich and pungent odor, which intensifies when the medication is applied to the site of the inflammatory process.

The drug is packaged in aluminum tubes of 30 and 35 g, as well as in plastic jars of 25, 40 and 100 g, depending on the individual needs of each patient. The main packaging of the medicine is a cardboard box, inside which contains instructions for its use. In pharmacies, the cost of Vishnevsky ointment starts from 104 rubles. per tube 30 g.

Reviews

Larisa, 38 years old:

“I had a boil in the solar plexus area, it hurt terribly, and it was also rubbing against my clothes. At first, for 2 days, I treated it with home methods: aloe, baked onions, but it didn’t help. The boil only hardened, but did not want to ripen. Based on reviews on the Internet, I came across Vishnevsky’s ointment. I bought it and started using it, the next morning I discovered that the boil had broken through and it practically didn’t hurt. It would be better not to bother with folk remedies, but to immediately buy the ointment.”

Inna Stepanovna, 42 years old:

“My 15-year-old daughter had a boil on her arm, it was very painful, it didn’t break for a long time, I was already afraid that I would have to cut it. But we don’t have a surgeon in our village. The paramedic gave us Vishnevsky ointment, because there was nothing else in the first-aid post. Within a week everything went away, even the wound healed. Then I tested the ointment on my husband, abscesses always appear on his back, the action is very fast, I used to suffer from pain for weeks, but with this liniment everything heals just fine.”

Gregory, 50 years old:

“Although Vishnevsky’s liniment is already considered obsolete, I always keep it at home. He helped me out more than once when boils popped up like mushrooms after rain from hypothermia and working in the fields. I even cured a dog once when an abscess formed on its paw. He also recommended the ointment to his neighbor, and he still thanks him; he treated his boil for two weeks with salt and onions to no avail, and after Vishnevsky, on the third day he forgot about it.”

Pharmacodynamics

Vishnevsky ointment, which has proven its therapeutic effectiveness for furunculosis, is intended for external use.

The pharmacodynamics of this medication is determined by the following properties of birch tar and xeroform:

• suppresses the pathogenic activity of bacterial, viral and fungal infections;
• stimulates the physiological processes of tissue regeneration in those areas of the skin that are damaged by the effects of furunculosis;
• has a local irritating effect in the area of ​​contact of the ointment with open areas of skin;
• promotes the natural evacuation of purulent contents from tissue areas with signs of acute inflammation, which is accompanied by the accumulation of serous exudate;
• increases local blood circulation in the area of ​​application of the drug, which ensures the influx of additional immune cells to the site of the pathological process;
• relieves acute and chronic inflammation of epithelial tissues, which is caused by boils, purulent pimples or extensive acne;
• restores the natural color of the skin after suppressing pathological processes in the epidermis;
• prevents infection of boils by secondary infection from environmental conditions.

Regular use of Vishnevsky ointment eliminates swelling of the epithelial tissues that are located in close proximity to the boil. The positive pharmacodynamics of this drug manifests itself in the first 2-3 days from the start of its use.

For what types is it used?

A furuncle is a purulent-necrotic formation on the skin that occurs due to the active reproduction of staphylococci inside the hair follicle. Dermatological disease occurs when protective forces are reduced and opportunistic microflora are activated.

There are microorganisms on the body that under normal conditions do not cause harm. With a weak immune system and endocrine diseases, the balance of microflora is disturbed.

Staphylococci and other microorganisms begin to colonize the skin and contribute to the appearance of suppurative processes, from which Vishnevsky ointment helps. Boils can appear in different areas: face, neck, back, buttocks, groin, under the arms, on the limbs.

There is a high risk of complications when ulcers are located on the head and face. Here, the infection easily penetrates the bloodstream, which threatens bacterial infection of the blood and the development of sepsis.

Vishnevsky's liniment can be used to treat all areas of skin with boils. The main condition for the safe use of the ointment is strict adherence to the instructions.

Pharmacokinetics

Vishnevsky ointment for boils and pimples is characterized by a local effect in the area of ​​its application. The active substances of this drug do not penetrate into the general bloodstream and do not affect the functions of internal organs and life support systems of the body.

Balsamic liniment does not undergo metabolic breakdown in the liver tissue, and also does not create additional stress on the kidneys. The pharmacokinetics of the constituent components of the ointment is limited to the focus of furunculosis and surrounding tissues. In this regard, Liniment balsamic does not cause systemic side effects in the form of dysfunctional disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, cardiovascular or excretory systems.

When is the best time to see a doctor, and which one?

You should consult a doctor when:

• the temperature has risen and persists (up to 38 degrees and above);
• treatment with Vishnevsky ointment did not help, the condition did not improve or worsened (improvement is recorded already on the second day, in most cases);
• the boil does not mature, the purulent contents do not come out;
• The boil is located on the face, in the neck, in the ear, in the nose.

The patient should be consulted by a dermatologist or surgeon, and in their absence, by a therapist. The doctor will explain how long to apply the ointment (and which one, if replacement is required), how to properly treat the boil, and, if necessary, will open the abscess.

Application

Vishnevsky ointment is prescribed by a dermatologist or surgeon who is treating a patient with signs of furunculosis.

For children under 18 years old

There are no scientifically confirmed data on the safety of Balsamic Liniment for children. In case of urgent need, the doctor, having weighed the advantages and disadvantages of this drug, can independently prescribe its use for the treatment of a child of the appropriate age. The manufacturer of Vishnevsky ointment does not establish categorical prohibitions on its use for the treatment of children.

For adults

Vishnevsky ointment for boils is used externally without additional consumables, or applied under an antiseptic bandage.

When applying the drug without a gauze bandage, follow the following algorithm:

1. A small amount of ointment is applied on top of the affected area of ​​skin.
2. The drug is evenly distributed in a thin layer over the entire surface of the inflammatory process.
3. Wait 20-30 minutes for the maximum amount of medication to be absorbed into the upper layers of the skin.

Treatment of epithelial tissues with signs of furunculosis is carried out 2 to 3 times a day over a continuous therapeutic course of 10 to 12 days. If necessary, the doctor independently adjusts the timing of the patient’s treatment using this product.

When applying Vishnevsky ointment under an antiseptic bandage, observe the following rules:

1. The skin surface affected by furunculosis is cleaned of purulent discharge and necrotic tissue.
2. If necessary, open the abscess, and then clean the wound from serous exudate and pathogens using an antiseptic solution (Hydrogen Peroxide, Miramistin, Chlorhexidine).
3. A bandage is formed based on a sterile gauze bandage, which should consist of 5-6 layers of fabric.
4. Open a tube of medicine.
5. Apply 1-2 g of Vishnevsky ointment to the surface of the gauze bandage.
6. A bandage with Balsamic Liniment is applied on top of the inflamed boil.
7. Using a sterile bandage or adhesive plaster, the bandage is fixed on the surface of the patient's body.

After completing the therapeutic manipulations, the person can return to their usual lifestyle. The antiseptic dressing with Vishnevsky ointment is replaced once every 2 days. If there are direct medical indicators, planned dressings are performed more often. The average duration of the therapeutic course is from 10 to 12 days.

For pregnant

There is no laboratory confirmed data on the safety of Vishnevsky ointment for the body of a pregnant woman and the developing fetus. In this case, Liniment balsamic can be used only as prescribed by the attending physician, when the use of this medication is absolutely necessary.

Similar recommendations apply to women who are breastfeeding. The doctor who prescribed Vishnevsky ointment to pregnant or lactating women independently determines the dosage regimen for this drug. The procedure for applying the medication to the surface of the diseased area of ​​skin remains the same.

For the elderly

Elderly people who suffer from furunculosis use Vishnevsky ointment on a general basis, like all other patients of the adult age group. This drug is also applied to open areas of the body, or applied under an antiseptic bandage.

When treating elderly people using Vishnevsky ointment, it is necessary to monitor the condition of their skin. The appearance of swelling, redness, itching and rash in the area where Liniment is applied is a sign of individual intolerance to birch tar or xeroform.

How long to smear and keep

The duration of local therapy for a boil is determined by the patient’s condition and the dynamics of the disease. The instructions for use of the medicine say that the ointment can be used for 6-20 days. Chiryak goes away in two weeks. If the disease lasts longer, you should urgently consult your doctor.

How long to apply the product? Experts recommend starting to smear the inflamed area of ​​the body at the infiltration stage. The medicine disinfects the boil, reduces inflammation, and dries the skin. At the initial stages, it is advisable to keep the therapeutic compress for 12 hours, then apply a new bandage.

If the boil has abscessed, bandages with Vishnevsky ointment will help remove the remaining purulent contents and promote rapid healing of the wound. It is advisable to change dressings every 6 hours.

Boils can be localized on various parts of the body: face, arms, legs, groin, buttocks. There is no significant difference in how long to keep the compress on different areas. Doctors recommend applying a new bandage after the first one has completely dried.

When the boil opens, an open wound is formed. There is an opinion that the balm should not be applied to such areas of the body. In fact, the drug will act faster in this case.

A bandage is applied to an open abscess for 11-12 hours. It is not advisable to keep the compress longer - the gauze will stick and you will have to peel it off. As a result, a large wound will form that will take a long time to heal.

Contraindications

Vishnevsky ointment for boils is contraindicated for children, adult men and women, as well as elderly people who are prone to an allergic reaction to the constituent substances of this medication.

To determine the presence or absence of hypersensitivity of the body to balsamic liniment, you must perform the following steps:

1. Apply a small amount of the drug to the skin of the inside of the wrist.
2. Wait 10 minutes.
3. Carefully examine the skin that has come into contact with the ointment.

The absence of external tissue changes indicates normal perception by the body of the constituent substances of the drug. The appearance of a rash, itching, tissue hyperemia, and urticaria indicates an allergic reaction to Vishnevsky ointment. In this case, the drug is prohibited for use.

Briefly about boils

To effectively treat boils at home, it is important to determine the characteristics of the disease, as well as to establish the causes of its occurrence. So, a boil is staphyloderma in a deep stage, accompanied by intense purulent inflammation of the hair follicle, as well as nearby tissues. The necrotic process is characterized by granulation-tissue self-limitation.

The key reason for the appearance of this unpleasant disease is immune decline. Causes of boils:

• exhaustion of the body;
• intestinal problems;
• nervous system disorders;
• hypovitaminosis;
• chronic fatigue;
• hypothermia or intoxication of the body;
• stress, alcoholism or diabetes.

Furunculosis, which is a purulent inflammation, does not have a strict zonal localization, but boils located within the nasolabial triangle on the face are considered the most dangerous for humans.

Even if the patient has several of the factors listed above, the appearance of necrotic-purulent inflammation can be neutralized, provided that burns, minor wounds and scratches are treated with disinfectants and antiseptics. Particular care should be taken by people prone to hyperhidrosis, which creates a favorable environment for the spread of pathogenic bacteria.

The use of Vishnevsky ointment in the treatment of furunculosis

Dermatologists recommend starting treatment of a boil with Vishnevsky ointment when the first signs of the formation of a red bulge are detected, as well as immediately after a “breakthrough” of the problem area. The use of balsamic liniment is contraindicated in the presence of active purulent discharge.

The healing properties of the medication in question:

• Xenoform disinfects the pathogenic zone due to its pronounced antiseptic characteristics. This element is capable of knitting and drying the epidermis.
• After treating a local area of ​​the skin, birch tar increases the intensity of blood flow, activates the processes of metabolism and tissue regeneration. As a result, ulcers mature many times faster. Local irritant action helps to increase the number of lymphocytes and leukocytes that fight pathogens.
• Castor oil softens tissues, due to which the components of Vishnevsky's balsamic liniment freely penetrate into the deep layers of the dermis.

The listed components are absolutely natural and affordable. With their help, it is easy to eliminate inflammation of the hair follicle and speed up wound healing.

Overdose

Violation of the established dosage standards for this medication by applying an excess amount of Vishnevsky ointment to the surface of the boil can cause an allergic reaction, which is manifested by the following symptoms:

• redness of the skin located around the inflammatory process;
• itching of epithelial tissues, which intensifies after the next application of the ointment;
• hives;
• the appearance of a red or pink rash, which is localized near the boil and also spreads to other parts of the body;
• swelling of epithelial tissues.

If the above signs of an overdose of Balsamic Liniment appear, it is necessary to rinse the affected area of ​​the skin under a stream of warm water, removing any remaining ointment. After this, you should take 1-2 tablets of the antihistamine Aleron, Loratadine or Cetrin. Further treatment with Vishnevsky ointment is contraindicated.

How long to wait for the effect

In the absence of complications, complete recovery occurs within a week. The purulent contents come out on about the third day (immediately after this it is important to disinfect the surrounding skin to prevent the infection from spreading to nearby tissues), the rest of the time the wound heals and scars. [1]

In case of severe disease, weakened immunity, the presence of several boils (furunculosis) or one, but large size, complete recovery occurs in about a month. IMPORTANT : treatment for diabetes may take longer (due to slow tissue regeneration).

Special Recommendations

During therapy with Vishnevsky ointment, it is necessary to avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. Birch tar, which is contained in this preparation, has the property of increasing the sensitivity of epithelial tissues to ultraviolet radiation.

Vishnevsky ointment for boils

Otherwise, redness of the skin and signs of irritation may appear.

Analogue drugs

There are medicines that are analogues of the drug Vishnevsky ointment, not in composition, but in pharmacological properties and the effect of active components in the treatment of boils.

Levomekol

Levomekol is an ointment produced by the Russian enterprise Nizhpharm JSC. The active ingredients of this drug are chloramphenicol (7.5 mg per 1 g), as well as methyluracil (at least 40 mg). Levomekol is applied to sterile gauze cloths and then fixed on the surface of the boil.

The duration of treatment is determined individually depending on the severity and severity of the inflammatory process. This product is contraindicated for use in children under 1 year of age. The average cost of Levomekol ointment is from 104 to 161 rubles. per tube 40 g.

Ichthyol ointment

Ichthyol ointment is a dark brown preparation with a specific odor. This medication contains the chemical compound ichthammol at a concentration of 10 g per 100 g of the finished drug. Ichthyol ointment has an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effect in the area where the boil is located.

This drug is applied to the surface of the diseased area of ​​the body 1 to 2 times a day. The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor. Ichthyol ointment is contraindicated in children under 12 years of age. The price of this medication in pharmacies is from 48 rubles. per tube 25 g.

Solcoseryl

Solcoseryl is an effective medicine that is available in the form of a transparent gel and white ointment. This medication is produced by a Swiss pharmaceutical company.

The active component of this drug is a deproteinized dialysate obtained from purified blood of dairy calves (concentration in the gel is 4.15 mg per 1 g of drug). Solcoseryl is applied to the surface of the boil 1 to 3 times a day until the inflammatory process is completely eliminated. The average cost of this medication is from 383 to 846 rubles. per tube 20 g.

Vishnevsky ointment is a medicine for external use that is used for furunculosis and acne. The active ingredients of this medication are birch tar and xeroform. The function of an auxiliary component is performed by castor oil. Vishnevsky ointment has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

This drug promotes faster tissue regeneration and cleanses inflamed areas of the skin from suppuration. Vishnevsky ointment is applied directly to the diseased area of ​​the body, or applied under a sterile bandage. The average treatment time for furunculosis is from 1 to 2 weeks.

The effectiveness of home treatment with Vishnevsky ointment

Vishnevsky ointment is used to treat purulent diseases; the effectiveness of the drug has been proven for years.

Several years ago, doubts arose about the appropriate use of the drug. It forms a film that creates favorable conditions for the development and reproduction of pathogenic microorganisms. In practice, it has been proven that correct application of the bandage solves the problem. If you disinfect the inflamed surface with antiseptics before applying the drug, bacteria will not multiply. The internal contents of the boil come out, the wound heals without forming a scar.

Liniment according to Vishnevsky is popular among doctors of various specialties. It is widely used to treat the following conditions:

1. For gynecological inflammation, tampons with balm are used. The ointment has an anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effect.
2. Used as a wound healing agent after surgical interventions.
3. Hormonal imbalances, especially in adolescents, are accompanied by acne. Experts recommend treatment with a balm to overcome this unpleasant problem.
4. Dermatologists prescribe liniment for skin diseases (psoriasis, eczema).
5. Vishnevsky ointment is used in the complex treatment of vascular problems (thrombophlebitis, varicose veins, trophic ulcers).
6. The balm is used for hemorrhoids.

Vishnevsky ointment can be safely used to treat purulent skin diseases at home. The product helps to quickly and effectively get rid of furunculosis without resorting to expensive medications with a similar effect.