Fukorcin for children: instructions for use

"Fukortsin" is in demand for various wounds, cracks, abrasions and other damage to the skin, as it is an antiseptic and disinfectant. It is also used for fungal and pustular skin lesions. For similar properties with "Brilliant green" the drug is often called "red Zelenka." In addition, this solution is called Castellani paint or liquid.

"Fukortsin" is represented by only one dosage form - a solution that is used externally (in the form of an ointment it is not released). Such a Russian drug is sold in glass vials of 10, 15 or 25 milliliters. The bottles from some manufacturers have a dropper cap or stopper, supplemented with a small brush. Such devices help to apply the solution to the skin. As for the solution itself, it has a characteristic bright crimson color and a specific smell.

The effect of "Fucorcin" on the skin provides several active substances, supplemented with auxiliary components. In its composition is:

• boric acid, presented in the drug at a concentration of 0.8%;
• fuchsin dye added to 100 ml of the drug in the amount of 0.4 g;
• resorcinol, which is in solution at a concentration of 7.8%;
• phenol, which is contained in 100 ml of the drug in the amount of 3.9 g;
• acetone, which in solution 4.9%;
• 95% ethyl alcohol present in the drug in the amount of 9.6 ml;
• distilled water added to the other ingredients to make 100 ml.

The "Fukortsina" note antiseptic properties, so the treatment with this medicine has a disinfecting effect. Due to the presence of resorcinol, phenol and boric acid in the solution, the cell walls of harmful bacteria are destroyed, leading to the death of the pathogen. This effect is used in inflammatory skin diseases that are triggered by bacteria.

The components of "Fukorcina" not only affect different types of microbes (the range of antiseptic action of the drug is called wide), but also fungi.

Treatment with "Fucorcin" can be assigned to:

• in case of cracks, abrasions, opened calluses and other shallow wounds to prevent their infection;
• with various skin lesions, if they are inflamed, fester and do not heal for a long time;
• with impetigo, streptoderma and other pustular lesions of the skin;
• with inflammation of the rash with allergies, prickly heat, atopic dermatitis, and so on;
• with fungal infections of the skin (lichen and other mycoses);
• with chickenpox, to eliminate the inflammation and itching of the rash, and also to accelerate the appearance of crusts and to prevent the formation of scars;
• with sores and wounds in the mouth (stomatitis);
• with traumatic nail injuries to accelerate healing and prevent infection by fungi;
• feline in the initial stage;
• with sore throat for throat treatment.

Officially, the drug is not contraindicated in diseases and skin lesions in children, but many other countries limit treatment with Fucorcin at an early age. This is due to the presence in the composition of the solution of phenol, which when used in children under 5 years old can be absorbed into the bloodstream, which will lead to side effects (especially if a large area of ​​skin is treated).

However, Russian pediatricians often recommend “Fukortsin” from birth, due to their practice and experience. They note that such a medicine has been used in medicine for a long time and when processing small areas of the skin (for example, only the umbilical wound), it does not provoke undesirable negative symptoms even in newborns.

The drug is prohibited for patients with hypersensitivity to its components. It is also not recommended to smear “Fukortsinom” with any open wounds and undesirable application with a solid field (skin should be lubricated only in damaged or infected places with an area of ​​no more than 2x2 cm), since when processing a large area, phenol from the solution will be absorbed and may cause toxic effects.

When Fukortsin gets on damaged skin, it may cause itching or burning for a short time. In most cases, after 1-2 minutes, these unpleasant symptoms disappear.

The drug is applied dotted only on those areas that are damaged or inflamed - on the surface of scratches, cracks, abrasions, pimples, and so on. To do this, use a cotton swab, cotton swab or cosmetic disk. Treat skin should be two to four times a day.

The duration of application depends on the rate of disappearance of signs of inflammation and other factors. In general, it is permissible to use the medication for a long period, but in childhood the periods should be as short as possible: then only the wounds began to heal, and the rash dried out, treatment was stopped.

When all areas affected by a fungus or bacteria are already lubricated, the solution is poured out of such a container, and for the next treatment it needs to be redone.

Fukortsina has a rather bright color, therefore, if carelessly used, the medicine can stain clothes, underwear and any surface on which it gets. For this reason, it is also washed off from the skin with great difficulty, leaving for some time pink and burgundy marks on the treated surface. To remove a medicine, you can:

• rub the skin with a swab moistened with salicylic alcohol, then you can wash off the remaining alcohol with soap and water;
• add three tablespoons of 3% hydrogen peroxide solution to two tablespoons of ammonia, then wipe the contaminated skin with this mixture and rinse it under running water;
• rub the soap and add to it a little liquid ammonia or hydrogen peroxide to make a gruel, then put on the skin and wait a few minutes, then rinse with water;
• wipe the soiled skin with a cosmetic disc or cotton swab dipped in vodka or medical alcohol; then you need to treat the surface with soap and rinse with water.

If you use "Fukortsin" for a very long time or lubricate significant areas of the skin with a solution, phenol poisoning is possible, which is manifested by weakness, dizziness, and disturbed breathing. If these symptoms occur, immediately stop using the medication and, if required, consult a doctor for symptomatic therapy.

"Fukortsin" can be used with any other local means - ointments, liniment, lotions, pastes and so on. They can be applied to the skin after the solution is completely dry. The drug is also compatible with any drugs that are taken by mouth.

The drug is an over-the-counter drug and is available at most pharmacies. Price "Fukortsina" depending on the manufacturer and the volume of the solution is from 20 to 50 rubles.

Expiration date "Fukortsina" - 2 years. Since the solution is sensitive to sunlight, it should be stored in the bottle in which it is sold, because the walls of the bottle are dark (should not be poured into another container), and also put in a cupboard or other place where the rays of the sun do not fall. In this case, the storage temperature should not be above +25 degrees. In addition, it is important to keep Fukortsin where it will not be accessible to children.

On the use of "Fukorcina" almost always respond well, because it is a cheap drug that is effective in various diseases and skin lesions. According to moms, the medicine quickly dries the skin, helps eliminate inflammation and quickly form crusts, thanks to which the skin heals without complications (does not suppurate and does not get wet). In rare negative reviews, the drug caused allergies. There are also complaints that the solution has painted the skin, linen and other items.

If necessary, replace "Fukortsin" similar medicine most often resort to a solution of "Brilliant green." Such a medicine also dries the skin well, but is deprived of an antifungal effect, and the spectrum of the antimicrobial effect of Zelenka is not as wide as that of Fukortsin.

In addition, another antiseptic may be a substitute for Fukorcin.

• «Hydrogen peroxide». Such a means after contact with the skin forms active forms of oxygen and additionally cleans the surface. For external processing the solution is used from birth.
• «Miramistin». This antiseptic agent is often used by ENT doctors, dentists and surgeons. The drug is used to treat mucous membranes and damaged skin in children of any age.
• Hexoral. Such a drug based on hexatidine can be used for angina and stomatitis. The drug is released in an aerosol or solution and is used from 3 years of age.
• «Betadine». This solution acts on infected skin and various wounds due to povidone-iodine. In childhood, it can be used for treatment in patients older than one month.

About the drug "Fukortsin", his testimony and side effects, see the following video.