Skin cap – price. Cream, ointment and aerosol - features, pharmacology and beneficial properties.

Mechanism of action

Aerosol Skin-cap has a pronounced antifungal, exfoliating, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory effect. The drug suppresses the pathological rate of cell division, which is a necessary condition for reducing the growth of psoriatic plaques. Due to its ability to cope with most types of pathogens, Skin-Cap prevents the addition of a bacterial infection. The aerosol works effectively against staphylococci, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Protea, streptococci and other pathogenic agents. The death of bacteria occurs due to the penetration of the active component of the spray into their membrane shells.

The antifungal effect helps to cope with fungi that begin to actively multiply during many skin pathologies. Zinc pyrithione has a destructive effect on these microorganisms, preventing them from spreading in the affected area.

The safety of the Skin-cap aerosol is achieved due to the fact that its active component is practically not absorbed into the blood. The substance is concentrated mainly in the upper layer of the dermis, which is sufficient for the successful treatment of psoriasis and other skin diseases.

Release form

Skin-cap cream, instructions for use of which will be discussed below, is used more often than other forms in the treatment of dermatological diseases, although the drug is also produced in the form of:

1. Spray. Its advantage over other forms of the product is that it can be applied without touching the skin, spraying from a distance. This process is no more complicated than spraying hairspray. There are also disadvantages: the aerosol has a characteristic odor that quickly spreads through the air. Also, when wearing contact lenses, molecules of the substance stick to them, making the lenses unusable. The therapeutic effects do not differ from other forms, but the spray, unlike them, slightly dries the skin. Sold in packages weighing 70 g or 35 g (concentration 0.2%), a nozzle is included.
2. Gel. Used as a preventative shower gel and is not a medicine. It can be purchased for very minor irritation or for rashes that are not associated with serious illnesses (for allergies/heat rash/acne). The gel saturates the skin with moisture and relieves irritation. Can be purchased in 150 ml bottles. The bottles themselves are packed in cardboard boxes.
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3. Shampoo. Designed for the scalp, fights dandruff and all its accompanying symptoms. Convenient to apply to hair like regular shampoo. Not intended for the body. Available in 150 ml bottles. The concentration of the active substance is 1%, which makes the shampoo more effective than an aerosol. You can find small trial bottles of 5 g.
4. Cream. The most preferable option is if the affected areas are not on the scalp, but on the face or body. A white substance with a characteristic odor is easily applied, treats cells and relieves symptoms of the disease. The cream is available in tubes of 15 or 50 g. The concentration of zinc pyrithione, like the spray, is 0.2%, but the cream does not dry out, but moisturizes the epithelium.

Description of the drug

Aerosol Skin-cap is produced in the form of cylinders with a dosage of 140, 70 and 30 grams. This form of release is very convenient for use among children and adults. The product has a slight odor and an oily base.

The shade is yellowish or milky. The medicine has passed clinical tests and has all the necessary quality certificates, which allows its use even among children after 6 months.

Mechanisms of therapeutic action of the drug

The medicinal effect of Skin-cap is ensured by the use of the active substance activated zinc pyrithione in its composition. It does the following:

• anti-inflammatory effect (the mechanism of which has not yet been sufficiently studied);
• prevents the development of fungal strains Pityrosporum orbiculare and Pityrosporum ovale, which cause inflammation and associated excessive peeling of the skin during the formation of dandruff, psoriasis, seborrhea and other skin diseases;
• inhibits pathogenic bacteria such as staphylococcus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Escherichia coli, staphylococcus, Proteus and some other strains.

The bactericidal activity of Skin-cap is due to its ability to damage cell membranes and reduce the ATP content in microbial cells. Included in the shower gel, in addition to the main active component, lipids belonging to the class of ceramides are produced by the stratum corneum of the skin, ensuring its barrier function.

Indications for use

The unique composition of the Skin-cap aerosol allows it to be used for various skin pathologies, including severe or chronic conditions. Medicines are prescribed for the following diseases:

• eczema;
• neurodermatitis;
• seborrhea;
• psoriasis;
• atopic dermatitis;
• sweat rash in infants who have reached six months of age.

To achieve the best therapeutic effect, you should strictly adhere to the instructions for use; before starting treatment, it is important to make sure that you are not allergic to the components of the aerosol.

Indications

Skin-Cap cream is used for dermatological pathologies of various origins associated with the proliferation of pathogenic microorganisms.

1. Seborrhea;
2. Atopic dermatitis;
3. Psoriasis;
4. Eczema;
5. Neurodermatitis;
6. Peeling, pathological dryness.

The drug can be used by adults and children from 1 year of age.

In addition to dermatological diseases, the drug eliminates cosmetic defects:

• Peeling;
• Irritation;
• Red spots;
• Itching;
• Burning;
• Inflamed acne;
• Rashes;
• Black dots;
• Small cracks;
• Excessive dryness;
• Dehydration after corticosteroids.

Can be used in a number of cases:

• Frostbite;
• Weathering;
• Sunburn;
• Eczema after contact with household chemicals;
• Mild thermal burn;
• Hematoma, bruise.

Cannot be used on open wounds. Before use, it is recommended to consult a specialist.

Instructions for use

The skin cap is for external use only. Instructions for use include the following recommendations:

• apply the medicine to the skin only after first cleansing the dermis of dust, sweat and other contaminants (best after a shower);
• if we are talking about treating a child, only parents should spray the product;
• Before spraying, the container with medicine must be shaken;
• The aerosol should be sprayed at a distance of approximately 20 cm from the skin;
• To treat psoriasis on the head, you need to use a special attachment that comes with the drug.

Immediately after the onset of relief and reduction in the main symptoms of the disease, treatment cannot be canceled. Therapy needs to be extended for another 7 days to consolidate the effect. It is best to entrust the decision on the duration of treatment to the attending physician. Usually, 1 – 1.5 months is enough to eliminate an exacerbation of psoriasis. If necessary, the course is repeated after a break of 30 days.

Treatment of affected areas in children and adults is carried out 2 - 3 times a day, depending on the degree of damage. The dosage is the same for all age groups - 1 - 2 presses on the cap.

Cream Skin-cap

Cap Skin cream is intended for external use. It is a convenient dosage form with which you can quickly get rid of allergic reactions. The cream is also used to treat dry skin, psoriasis, atopic and seborrheic dermatitis.

Compound

Cap Skin cream is based on zinc pyrithione, which contains 2 mg per gram of the drug. At the moment, the medicine is available in weights of 15 and 50 grams in plastic tubes, which are extremely convenient for use. Typically, a cream weighing 15 grams is used to treat children, 50 - for adults. Otherwise, you will not have enough drug for full therapy.

Mode of application

Using Cap Skin cream is extremely easy. First of all, you need to cleanse the skin of accumulated dirt. To do this, you need to take a shower or use regular wet wipes. After this, take a small amount of the product and distribute it evenly over the affected area. Repeat the procedure 2 times a day until the skin is completely restored.

Contraindications and side effects

Despite the fact that Cap Skin cream is absolutely safe, it is not recommended for use by people who suffer from hypersensitivity to various chemical components. Also, doctors strongly do not recommend it to pregnant and lactating women, as the active substances can be absorbed into the skin. The cream rarely causes side effects; usually, due to improper use, people experience itching, burning, tightness and allergic reactions.

Use in pregnant women and breastfeeding

During pregnancy and lactation, Skin-Cap has proven itself well, but treatment with its help should be carried out strictly under the supervision of the attending physician. Experts say that therapy with an aerosol or any other form of the drug is advisable only if the benefit to the woman’s health outweighs the possible risk to the fetus.

To date, there have been no cases of any severe consequences from the use of Skin-cap during pregnancy.

special instructions

Skin-cap is a unique drug that can be combined with any other medications. According to clinical tests conducted, no negative interactions with other medications were identified. No cases of overdose have been reported so far.

The spray is available from pharmacies without a doctor's prescription. Despite this, it is strongly not recommended to use it for self-medication. Before starting therapy, you should make an appointment with a dermatologist and undergo a comprehensive examination, which will help in making a diagnosis and identifying possible contraindications.

The information in the article is provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to action.

Shampoo Skin-cap

With the help of Cap-skin shampoo you will quickly get rid of psoriasis of the scalp. It is usually prescribed for the treatment of psoriasis, atopic and seborrheic dermatitis, oily and dry seborrhea, itching and dandruff. The drug has long proven itself positively in the medicinal drug market; it is actively used to solve many problems.

Compound

Cap-skin shampoo is available in the form of a suspension. 1 ml of this product contains zinc pyrithione 10 mg. The shampoo is supplied to the market in the form of 150 ml tubes packed in cardboard boxes.

Mode of application

Before applying shampoo to your head, the packaging with the product must be shaken thoroughly. After this, take a small amount of shampoo in your hand, pour in some water and rub thoroughly between your hands for a few seconds. Distribute the resulting foam over the head, massaging the skin. Massage your head for 2-3 minutes, then rinse off the product and reapply. Repeat this procedure 2 times a day for a week. If you see that there is no result from therapy, the frequency of use can be increased. On average, the duration of full treatment is from 2 to 5 weeks. To reduce the frequency of relapses, you can use shampoo for preventive purposes once every 2 weeks.

Side effects

Cap Skin in any dosage form is banned in many countries due to many side effects. However, in Russia, many doctors still prescribe this drug to their patients. It quite often causes itching and burning of the skin, and provokes the development of allergic reactions. With prolonged use, Cap Skin can cause the development of dryness and flaking, which aggravate the course of the disease. However, this is not the danger of side effects.

If you use Skin Cap for a long time, the active substances accumulate in the body and lead to the development of extremely serious consequences.

One of them is Cushing's syndrome, a disease of the endocrine system in which the gland cannot produce enough hormones. Because of this, serious disturbances occur in the body, and internal organs suffer from this. Also, long-term therapy leads to the development of ulcers, allergic reactions, and metabolic disorders. There is an opinion that the components of Cap Skin can trigger the formation of malignant tumors.

Are there analogues

Many patients are interested in the question of whether there are cheaper analogues of the Skin-cap aerosol, and how to replace the drug? The table shows the names of medications included in the list of RLS medications that have a similar effect.

The table shows approximate costs. The exact price should be checked with the seller.

Photo

In the photographs below you can see what the original packaging of the Skin-cap aerosol looks like.

Do not hesitate to ask the seller for a license to sell the product. You can read about other forms of release here.

Patient reviews

Maria, St. Petersburg

“I met Skin-Cap aerosol a year ago during another exacerbation of my illness. I developed psoriasis in my youth. Since then I have been constantly searching for a good product. This aerosol worked perfectly, the plaques disappeared after 3 weeks. I recommend to all".

Sergey, Minsk

“After using the product, there are only negative emotions. Not only did the spray not help, but some strange pimples appeared on my body. The doctor said that perhaps it was a matter of individual intolerance, but for some reason this did not reassure me. In general, I didn’t like the product.”

Anna, Moscow

“Skin-cap is a good drug. It helped me alleviate the symptoms of an exacerbation in 3 weeks, although the manufacturer promises that the effect will come faster. If we talk about the price-quality ratio, the product is a B.”

Mikhail, Yekaterinburg
“During 20 years of illness, I bought many medications. These were hormonal and non-hormonal drugs, products based on herbs and various now fashionable components. Skin cap is the best product, which, moreover, has a safe composition. The aerosol is convenient and does not injure the skin like other creams when rubbed in. I recommend".