Description
Latin name
Cinocap
Release form
Cream.
Packaging
In a tube of 25 g of cream. In a cardboard box 1 tube.
Pharmacological action
Zinocap has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antifungal activity.
The antibacterial activity of zinc pyrithione is manifested against a number of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria: Streptococcus spp, Staphylococcus spp, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Proteus spp.
Pyrithione zinc reduces intracellular ATP levels, promotes depolarization of cell membranes, causing the death of fungi and bacteria.
Antifungal activity is especially pronounced when acting on Pityrosporum ovale and Pityrosporum orbiculare, which cause inflammation and excessive flaking with dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis and other skin diseases.
The mechanism of anti-inflammatory action has not been studied.
Indications
– Psoriasis.
– Atopic dermatitis (eczema, neurodermatitis).
– Seborrheic dermatitis.
– Dry skin.
Contraindications
– Hypersensitivity.
– Children under 1 year old.
Composition of
100 g of cream contains:
zinc pyrithione (in terms of 100% substance) – 0.2 g (0.2%).
Excipients:
macrogol cetostearate,
cetostearyl alcohol
Dosage and administration
The drug is intended for external use.
Adults and children from 1 year: apply the cream in a thin layer to the affected areas 2-3 times a day.
Psoriasis: 1-1.5 months, repeated courses – with signs of exacerbation.
Atopic dermatitis: 3-4 weeks.
Seborrheic dermatitis: 2 weeks.
Side effects
The drug is usually well tolerated. Allergic reactions are sometimes noted.
Drug Interactions
No clinically significant interactions of zinc pyrithione with other drugs have been identified.
Storage conditions
Store in a dry place, at a temperature of 4 to 25 C.
Expiration
2 years.
Deystvuyuschee substances
Pyrytyon zinc
over-the-counter
pharmacies over-the-counter
Form of Treatment
cream
