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Summer is a time for active recreation. With the arrival of sunny days, nature begins to wake up. Wasps and bees work hard to collect nectar. Very often, people are bitten by stinging insects. For most, this is just a banal nuisance, but for allergy sufferers, this is a serious problem, since an allergic reaction can develop when bitten, including anaphylactic shock. Bee sting ointment quickly relieves itching, redness and swelling.
Effective gels, creams and ointments for wasp and bee stings
In city pharmacies you can find a wide range of medicines for insect bites. To relieve swelling from bee and wasp stings, you can use ointment, tablets, gel and cream. Before using the medicine, you must read the instructions to know the dosage, contraindications and side effects.
Rescuer
Rescuer is a herbal ointment that helps with bee stings. The medicine is produced in tubes of 30 g. The ointment has a thick, oily, lemon-colored consistency.When interacting with the skin, it becomes liquid and is quickly absorbed by the affected area. Bee sting ointment does not contain hormones or antibiotics. The Rescue Team includes:
- olive, lavender and sea buckthorn oil;
- turpentine;
- calendula infusion;
- beeswax;
- Naftalan refined oil;
- melted butter;
- tocopherol and retinol.
Thanks to the healing composition, the skin does not blister or swell after a bite. Due to its natural composition, the ointment has no side effects.
The drug has no contraindications, with the exception of individual intolerance to the components. The ointment is not recommended for use after hydrogen peroxide or an alcohol solution of iodine. The Rescuer costs 150 rubles and is sold without a prescription.
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Levomekol
The remedy for wasp and bee stings Levomekol has proven itself for a long time, as it has an antimicrobial, disinfectant and anti-inflammatory effect. The ointment is available in tubes of 40 g or in dark glass jars of 100 g. The medicine has a thick, uniform, snow-white consistency.
The ointment contains:
- chloramphenicol – has an antibacterial effect;
- methyluracil – accelerates healing, relieves swelling and irritation.
After an insect bite, the ointment is applied in a small layer to the affected area.
The ointment can be applied to newborn children and pregnant women.Levomikol has no contraindications, but in case of an allergic reaction, use it only after consultation with a specialist.
The average price for Levomikol ointment is 180 rubles.
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Fenistil
Fenistil is an antihistamine and anesthetic medicine for bee stings. The cream quickly eliminates itching, redness, pain and other allergic reactions.
The cream-gel is applied in a circular motion several times a day. For severe allergic reactions, the gel is used in combination with Fenistil drops.
The gel is produced in tubes of 30 g. The composition of the medicine includes:
- dimethindenemaleate;
- benzalkonium chloride;
- propylene glycol;
- carbomer;
- disodium edetate.
Before applying, you need to know that the gel is not recommended for use by people with allergic reactions, children under 1 month, and pregnant women with caution.
Allergy sufferers may experience the following after applying the cream:
- dry skin;
- hives;
- increased itching;
- burning, swelling and redness of the skin.
While using Fenistil, you should not stay in the sun for a long time, as the gel increases photosensitivity and can cause hyperpigmentation.
Fenistil can be bought at a pharmacy for 400 rubles. Store the gel in a cool, dark room for no more than 3 years.
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Hydrocortisone for bee stings
Hydrocortisone ointment is a hormonal agent that has antihistamine, anti-inflammatory and decongestant effects. The medicine contains hydrocortisone, which relieves itching, swelling and hyperemia.
The ointment can be purchased without a prescription for 50 rubles, but before use you must carefully study the instructions. Since the ointment is not recommended for use by people with allergic reactions, pregnant women and children under 2 years of age.
The ointment is applied to the bite site no more than 4 times a day. The medicine is stored in a cool, dark place for no more than 3 years.
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Menovazin
Menovazin is a popular remedy that has been used to protect against bee and wasp stings since ancient times. The medicine is a colorless, alcoholic solution with a slight mint odor. Release form: dark glass bottle of 25, 40 and 50 ml.
The composition of the medicine includes:
- menthol – soothes skin itching, relieves irritation;
- procaine and benzocaine - relieves pain;
- 70% alcohol.
Menovazine is applied in a circular motion to the bite site several times a day.
The medicinal tincture is not recommended for use by people with hypersensitivity to one of the components, with damage to the integrity of the skin, pregnant women and children under 16 years of age.
Allergy sufferers may experience side effects after applying Menovazin:
- hives;
- itching and swelling;
- burning sensation.
The medicine is available without a prescription, the price for a 40 ml bottle is about 50 rubles.
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Akriderm
Akriderm is an effective cream for bee stings. Belongs to the hormonal anti-inflammatory and antiallergic groups. The composition of the medicine includes:
- petrolatum;
- paraffin;
- beeswax;
- disodium edetate;
- sodium sulfite;
- methyl parahydroxybenzoate.
The cream has a white texture and is available in tubes of 15 and 30 g.
Akriderm is rubbed into the bite site with a thin layer 1-3 times a day. The cream is not recommended for use when bitten in the infraorbital area, as cataracts and glaucoma may develop.
Prolonged use of the cream may cause a burning sensation, redness and swelling of the skin. The medicine is stored out of the reach of children for no more than 2 years.
Akriderm is sold without a prescription at a price of 100 rubles.
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Eplan
Eplan is an antiseptic cream against insect bites that should be in every first aid kit. The product does not contain hormones, antibiotics, or anesthetics, so it can be applied to infants and older people. Medicinal properties:
- eliminates itching and swelling;
- relieves redness;
- reduces pain;
- when scratching the bite site, it prevents the formation of a crust;
- protects the skin from external factors.
Eplan is available in the form of 30 g cream and 20 ml bottles. The composition of the medicine includes:
- triethylene glycol and ethylcarbitol;
- glycerin and polyethylene glycol;
- water.
Eplan cream is used externally after a test for skin sensitivity to the drug. The price of cream for 30 g is 150-200 rubles.
The liquid form is effective against bee and wasp stings and is convenient to use, costs from 100 to 120 rubles. Before treatment, the skin area is washed and dried. The solution is applied to the bite using a built-in pipette or swab dipped in the solution. Relief comes instantly. There are no contraindications for the drug.
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Advantan
Advantan is a hormonal drug that quickly copes with the inflammatory and allergic process. Eliminates redness, itching and swelling. The drug is available in the form of an ointment of 15 g.
The ointment is a broad-spectrum drug and is prescribed to both adults and children from infancy onwards.
The drug is applied to clean, dry skin. Since the cream is hormonal, it is not recommended to use it for more than 5 days. Side effects from using the ointment are rare, but with sensitive skin, redness and itching of the skin may occur.
Store the drug in a place protected from children. Shelf life 3 years from date of release.The drug is available without a prescription, the average price is 650 rubles.
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Nezulin
Nezulin - can relieve irritation, itching and swelling. Quickly soothes and cools the affected area. Cream-gel composition:
- celandine, chamomile and plantain – have antibacterial, antipruritic, analgesic and calming effects, relieve redness and swelling;
- licorice – has a softening, antiallergic effect;
- basil oil – eliminates burning, swelling and hyperemia;
- lavender oil – relieves itching, irritation and refreshes the skin;
- mint oil – cools the affected area;
- d-panthenol – has an antiallergic effect.
The cream has no contraindications. Apply to the bite site with a light circular motion 2-4 times a day, after testing for sensitivity to the components.
The drug can be purchased without a prescription, at a price of 100 rubles. Store in a dark place at a temperature of 0-20 °C.
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Antihistamines for bee stings
The largest number of bee and wasp stings occurs from July to August, during the main honey harvest. An insect bite is accompanied by swelling, redness and itching. You can get rid of an allergic reaction with folk remedies or antihistamines. City pharmacies offer a wide selection of tablets for bee stings.
Diphenhydramine
Diphenhydramine is an antiallergic drug that contains diphenhydramine, lactose, talc, potato starch and calcium stearate.
The medicine has antihistamine, antiemetic, sedative and hypnotic effects. Prevents spasm of smooth muscles, relieves swelling, itching and hyperemia.
Contraindication:
- individual intolerance;
- peptic ulcer;
- epilepsy;
- bronchial asthma;
- pregnant and lactating women;
- infants.
Diphenhydramine tablets are taken orally, without chewing, with a small amount of water. For an adult, the daily dose is 1 tablet - 3-4 times a day, for children over 7 years old, ½ tablet 2 times a day.
Possible side effects when taking an antihistamine:
- dizziness;
- drowsiness;
- nausea and vomiting.
The medicine is dispensed in a pharmacy with a doctor's prescription at a price of 60 rubles. Tablets are stored at a temperature of no more than 25 ° C, out of the reach of children. The storage period should not exceed 5 years.
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Suprastin
Suprastin is used to reduce a severe allergic reaction caused by the entry of a foreign protein into the human body due to a bee sting.
Before using Suprastin, you should familiarize yourself with the contraindications. It should not be given:
- newborn children;
- pregnant women and during lactation;
- elderly people;
- for peptic ulcers and bronchial asthma.
The tablets are taken during meals, without chewing and with plenty of water. Dosage for an adult – 1 tablet in the morning, afternoon and evening, for children over 6 years old – 0.5 tablets 2 times a day.
Suprastin is sold without a prescription at a price of 140 rubles. If stored properly, the shelf life is 5 years.
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Zodak
Zodak is an antiallergic drug that reduces capillary permeability, prevents the development of edema and relieves spasm of smooth muscles.
The medicine is used only after a doctor's prescription. Dose for adults – 1 tablet 1 time per day, for children from 6 to 12 years – 0.5 tablets per day.
Allergy pills are not recommended for use:
- children under 6 years old;
- during pregnancy and lactation;
- individual intolerance.
Zodak should not be used with alcohol, by drivers or people engaged in hazardous activities. It can be purchased at a pharmacy for 200 rubles. The shelf life should not exceed 3 years.
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Diazolin
Diazolin is an antihistamine drug. Available in the form of tablets for oral administration. Under the influence of Diazolin, swelling, pain, redness and itching are quickly eliminated. The medicine does not cause drowsiness and begins to act a few minutes after administration.
For bee stings, Diazolin is contraindicated:
- for allergy sufferers;
- people with cardiovascular diseases;
- with peptic ulcer;
- children under 3 years old.
Diazolin is not recommended to be used with other antihistamines to avoid the development of side effects:
- dizziness;
- thirst;
- headache;
- drowsiness or nervous agitation;
- feeling of fear.
The medicine is available without a prescription at a price of 60 rubles. Dragees are stored out of the reach of children for no more than 2 years.
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In what cases do you need to take emergency measures?
A bee sting is dangerous for people with allergies, as it can cause a severe reaction, including anaphylactic shock:
- Hives – a common variant of an allergic reaction that appears immediately after a bite. Characterized by itching, burning and redness of the skin.
- Quincke's edema – a more severe version of an allergic reaction. Accompanied by severe swelling of peripheral tissues.
- Anaphylactic shock – severe, systemic allergic reaction: blood pressure decreases, multiple organ failure develops, which can lead to death.
When bitten in the face and neck area, allergic swelling can develop, which leads to suffocation and death.
Every person should know how to provide first aid for a bee sting:
- Remove the sting and wash the bite area with a disinfectant solution.
- Reduce the inflammatory process with ointment or cream.
- Relieve allergic reactions with tablets.
Hospitalization is necessary:
- with multiple bites;
- if a bee stings the neck and face;
- bite of a small child, pregnant woman or elderly person;
- when severe signs of an allergic reaction appear.
If you are stung by a bee, before the ambulance arrives, you can give an injection with an auto-injector filled with adrenaline.
Conclusion
Bee sting ointment can only be used if the allergic reaction is mild. In severe cases, when severe swelling, unbearable itching, urticaria, chills, nausea and vomiting appear, you must immediately call an ambulance.
