Rhinitis causes discomfort to a person and can act as the only symptom of an emerging disease. Due to the fact that this disease can be both allergic and infectious in nature, there are a large number of medications that eliminate the adverse effects of it. The causes of acute rhinitis are the development of bacteria and infections in the nasal cavity. In addition, it can be a consequence of measles, diphtheria and other diseases. The appearance of allergic rhinitis indicates that an allergen has entered the nasal passages, causing a runny nose. One of the effective means of liquefying mucus and stopping its formation is the drug Vitaon (Karavaev's balm), instructions for use of which are presented in the article
Compound
The product contains oil extracts of a number of herbs: pine buds, peppermint leaves, rose hips, wormwood herb, fennel fruits, St. John's wort herb, yarrow herb, celandine herb, chamomile flowers, thyme herb, marigold flowers, caraway fruits.
The drug also contains camphor, fennel oil and peppermint. There are two main types of products available: Vitaon, which is based on soybean oil, and Vitaon Lux, which is based on olive oil.
Release form
The production of several types of the drug has been established: Vitaon Lux, Vitaon Baby, Vitaon for the oral cavity and cream are produced. All these drugs belong to the group of Karavaev balms, which are parapharmaceuticals used for external use.
The drug Vitaon is a transparent liquid of oily consistency, which has a color from yellow-green to brown-yellow, and has a specific odor.
Vitaon Baby oil and other Vitaon products are sold in bottles of 15, 25, 30, 50 and 500 ml.
pharmachologic effect
The effect of the drug is determined by the properties of the extracts of those herbs that are included in its composition. The medicine has a regenerating effect on the body, promoting tissue restoration. The medicine also provides analgesic, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial effects. The balm increases the body's level of resistance to negative external factors - chemical, thermal, etc.
When used externally, the medicine provides protection against burns during sun tanning, tones the skin and protects it from the processes of aging and fading. It is gentle even on sensitive skin.
Vitaon has an anti-exudative effect, promotes more active healing of wounds in ulcers, burns, and cracks. Under its influence, bactericidal and immune activity increases and itching is eliminated. The product also helps restore water-fat metabolic processes in cells.
The balm promotes the delivery of a complex of vitamins, nutrients, and microelements to the skin cells, under the influence of which blood flow processes in the skin are improved and the overall process of skin regeneration is activated.
Indications for use
Vitaon (Karavaev's balm) is used in the treatment of various skin diseases: dermatitis , psoriasis , eczema , neurodermatitis . The product is also used to speed up the healing process of wounds, burns, cracks, and ulcers on the skin.
It is prescribed for the treatment of paraproctitis , hemorrhoids , proctitis . Karavaev Vitaon balm is used for a runny nose, as well as for the nose as an effective remedy for rhinitis , tonsillitis , and sinusitis . The drug has a pronounced effect on pharyngitis , otitis media , and laryngitis .
In dentistry, the medicine is used to treat gingivitis , alveolitis , stomatitis , and periodontal disease .
In gynecology and obstetrics, the balm is used in the treatment of cervical erosion and candidiasis .
The medicine is also used in the field of cosmetology for people who have undergone plastic surgery to heal the skin.
Vitaon Baby is used for children to treat diaper rash, as well as for daily skin care. The ointment can be used as a massage oil.
The product is also used for lactostasis , cracked nipples in nursing mothers.
For children
Before purchasing medication, you should consult your pediatrician.
In childhood, a special form of medication is used - Baby. A universal drug developed for small children, including infants, used to eliminate diaper rash and diaper dermatitis. In addition, Karavaev's balm copes well with ulcers, cuts, cracks in the skin, and will also help cure stomatitis.
When treating diaper rash, lubricate the skin with ointment and rub thoroughly until completely absorbed. The product can be used to prevent dermatitis: before changing the diaper, they need to treat all folds on the baby’s skin daily.
The oil can be used from birth. However, before use, you must ensure that you are not allergic.
To do this, a small area of skin is lubricated with ointment, and the result is assessed within 15-20 minutes. If no negative reactions appear, treatment can be continued.
During the period of colds, the drug is often prescribed to treat the nose of children: it will help relieve swelling and nasal congestion during ARVI.
It is recommended to drip Vitaon into the nose of children for preventive purposes: this will help avoid colds and increase the body's resistance to infection.
Balm Karavaeva (Vitaon), instructions for use (Method and dosage)
When using the product, the instructions for use must be strictly followed. The balm should be applied to a bandage that is soaked with the product. This bandage should be applied to the affected area of skin. The dressing needs to be changed every two or three days, given how quickly it gets wet. If it is not possible to apply the ointment to the bandage, then the product is applied directly to the place that requires treatment.
Vitaon is used both in pure form (as an external remedy, nasal drops) and in diluted form (half a teaspoon per 0.25 tbsp of boiled water) for rinsing the mouth.
Instructions for use Vitaon Lux stipulate that the product should be applied to the affected area twice a day, approximately 0.1-0.5 ml per 100 square meters. cm skin.
The instructions for Vitaon Baby stipulate that the oil should be applied in a layer of 1-2 ml, after which it should be allowed to absorb well. For children, the balm is applied to the folds of the skin. It is advisable to use it after bathing the child, when changing diapers.
When using a balm to treat the breasts of a nursing mother, you need to apply it to previously cleansed breast skin or nipples and wait until the product is absorbed.
Vitaon for the oral cavity should be applied to the gums or mucous membrane of the mouth in the morning or evening after brushing the teeth.
Storage conditions and periods
To ensure that the drug remains effective throughout the expiration date indicated on the package, it should be stored only according to the recommended rules:
- the ambient temperature should not exceed 20-25°C;
- If possible, the drug should be stored in the refrigerator;
- Shelf life – 2 years from the date of production.
For long-term storage, avoid exposing the bottle to direct sunlight. The solution can withstand temperature increases up to 40°C for a short time. However, after this you should return the balm to the recommended conditions as soon as possible.
Analogs
Level 4 ATC code matches:
Naftalan oil
Suporon
Naftaderm
Vinylin
Hydrogen peroxide
Potassium permangantsovka
Iodoform
Pantocide
Diamond green
Ectericide
Salicylic-zinc paste
Elekasol
Salicylic-Zinc ointment
Formalin
Formagel
Aseptolin
Xeroform
Olazol
Formidron
Octenisept
The following drugs have a similar effect on the body:
- Panthenol
- Collomak
- Atoxyl
You should consult your doctor when using any of these drugs.
Reviews of Vitaon (Balsam Karavaev)
Those who have used Vitaon note in reviews that this oil is really effective in healing wounds, burns and other damage to the skin. There are also many positive reviews about the effect of the balm on the condition of the skin: it noticeably softens the skin, allows you to quickly get rid of minor manifestations of inflammation, without leaving any marks on the skin. This drug is often used as a cosmetic product. Reviews of Vitaon nasal drops are also mostly positive, as the drug helps eliminate infectious diseases.
Reviews of Vitaon Baby are left mainly by young mothers, who note that the drug helps prevent diaper rash in babies and quickly eliminates inflammatory processes on the baby’s skin. Mothers also use the product to lubricate their baby's hair before washing it to strengthen it.
Vitaon nasal drops are often used for a runny nose, as well as to prevent the development of infectious diseases. Judging by the reviews, this use of the product is also effective.
However, it is important to use the drug regularly for at least a month to get the desired effect.
Pharmacokinetics
Already 2 hours after the penetration of evaporated oil molecules into the respiratory tract, they are found in the liver cells, kidneys, spleen and other organs, from which they are gradually eliminated from the body through the excretory system. Due to the very large surface of the internal cavities in the lungs, essential oils settle almost completely and begin to work against any diseases.
Penetration through the skin after direct application of the drug containing them is not very significant. In this case, only the smallest and lightest molecules like terpenes can penetrate the skin barrier. A base of fatty acids promotes deeper penetration. Subsequently, the oils leave the body in the way described above.
Price of Vitaon (Balsam Karavaev), where to buy
Vitaon balm is sold in most pharmacies; depending on the volume of the bottle, the cost of the drug ranges from 150 to 300 rubles. The price of nasal drops also depends on the volume of the bottle. The price of Vitaon Baby is on average 200 rubles. for 30 ml.
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ZdravCity
- Balm Karavaeva Vitaon for the oral cavity 30 mlLitomed LLC RUB
213 order - Balm Karavaeva Vitaon Lux 25 mlLitomed LLC/Agatis-T
RUB 178 order
- Balm Karavaeva Vitaon Lux 15 mlLitomed LLC/Agatis-T
126 rub. order
- Balm Karavaeva Vitaon 50 mlLitomed LLC/Agatis-T
RUB 224 order
- Balm Karavaeva Vitaon 100 mlLitomed LLC/Agatis-T
405 rub. order
Pharmacy Dialogue
- Vitaon balm (bottle 100ml) Litomed LLC
RUB 493 order
- Vitaon balm (50ml bottle) Litomed LLC
RUB 283 order
- Vitaon balm (30ml bottle) Litomed LLC
RUB 188 order
- Vitaon balm (25ml bottle) Litomed LLC
166 RUR order
- Vitaon balm Lux (25ml bottle) Litomed LLC
RUB 221 order
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Price
You can easily buy the drug at any pharmacy chain. The price depends on the release form and bottle volume:
- Baby product 30 ml can be purchased for 170 rubles;
- the Lux form with a volume of 25 ml is sold at a price of 185 rubles, 15 ml - within 132 rubles;
- a bottle of 25 ml is sold at a cost of 146 rubles, 30 ml - 160 rubles, 50 ml - 218 rubles.
Scientific research has confirmed not only the high effectiveness of Karavaev balm, but also its complete safety for people of different ages. Due to its natural composition, the substance can be safely used in many medical fields, so it should be in every home medicine cabinet.
