Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes
Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes (also known as pramoxine or pramoxine HCI) is a topical anesthetic and antipruritic. It is used for many dermatological and anorectal/anogenital conditions including minor cuts/burns, insect bites, hives/rashes due to poison ivy exposure, hemorrhoids and other anorectal/anogenital disorders. Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes is available by itself and in combination with other medications in various topical preparations. It works by preventing ionic fluctuations needed for neuron membrane depolarization and action potential propagation.
Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes temporarily relieves pain, pruritis, burning and discomfort associated with minor lip and skin irritations and hemorrhoid's by inhibiting voltage gated sodium channels on neurons.
| Trade Name | Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes |
| Generic | Pramocaine |
| Pramocaine Other Names | Pramocaína, Pramocaine, Pramoxine |
| Weight | 1%, 1%, 1%, 1%, 1%, 1%, 1% |
| Type | Rectal foam, topical cream, topical gel, topical lotion, topical pad, topical spray, topical stick |
| Formula | C17H27NO3 |
| Weight | Average: 293.407 Monoisotopic: 293.199093733 |
| Groups | Approved |
| Therapeutic Class | |
| Manufacturer | |
| Available Country | United States |
| Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes is a local anesthetic and antipruritic agent found in various topical preparations.
It is indicated for temporary relief of pain and pruritus from minor lip and skin irritations as well as for temporary relief from pain, burning, itching and discomfort associated with hemorrhoids and other anorectal/anogenital disorders.
Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Dermatosis, Hemorrhoids, Itching of the perianal area, Skin Irritation
How Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes works
Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes reversibly binds and inhibits voltage gated sodium channels on neurons decreasing sodium permeability into the cell. This stabilizes the membrane and prevents ionic fluctuations needed for depolarization stopping any action potential propagation.
Toxicity
LD50 Mouse ip 300 mg/kg, LD50 Mouse sc 750 mg/kg
Food Interaction
No interactions found.Elimination Route
There is minimal absorption after topical administration and it is not given orally.
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FAQ
What is Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes use for?
Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes is used to decrease swelling, itching and pain that is caused by minor skin irritations or hemorrhoids.It also used for many dermatological and anorectal/anogenital conditions including minor cuts/burns, insect bites, hives/rashes due to poison ivy exposure, hemorrhoids and other anorectal/anogenital disorders.
How safe Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes is?
Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes is a safe, steroid-free, itch-relieving option that can be used as needed.
What are the common side effects of Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes?
Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes may cause side effects include:
- redness, irritation, swelling, burning, stinging, or pain at affected area.
- dryness at affected area.
How long can I use Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes?
Do not use Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes for more than 14 days. Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.Do not use your medicine more often than directed.
Is Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes safe for pregnancy?
Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes topical should only be given during pregnancy when benefits outweigh risks Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes topical has not been formally assigned to a pregnancy category by the FDA. Animal studies have not been reported. There are no controlled data in human pregnancy.
Can I take Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes with alcohol?
You should avoid alcohol while you're taking Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes. You should continue to avoid alcohol for 48 hours after you stop taking medication.
Is Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes safe for babies?
Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes may safe younger than 2 years baby .Do not use Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes for skin irritation in children younger than 2 years unless directed by the doctor.
How long does it take for Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes to work?
Clinical studies have shown that Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes hydrochloride begins working in as little as two minutes, and its effects last for up to eight hours.
How many times a day can I use Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes cream?
Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes cream/ointment use once or twice a day. It must not be applied more often than twice a day, and once a day is often sufficient.
Can i use Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes on my face?
Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes can be used to help relieve itching on the face and body.
How long can I use Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes?
You should not use for more than 14 days.
How does Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes work?
It works by preventing ionic fluctuations needed for neuron membrane depolarization and action potential propagation.Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes is available by itself and in combination with other medications in various topical preparations.
Is Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes an anti inflammatory?
Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes is a topical aerosol foam containing a corticosteroid used as an anti-inflammatory/anti-itch agent and a local anesthetic used to relieve inflammatory and itching manifestations of corticosteroid-responsive skin conditions .
Is Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes good for hemorrhoids?
Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes is an anesthetic, or numbing medicine. Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes is used to treat pain or itching caused by insect bites, minor burns or scrapes, hemorrhoids, vaginal irritation, and minor skin rash, dryness, or itching.
Does Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes stop itching?
Topical treatments that contain hydrochloride can be applied directly to the source of the itch and can, therefore, work to relieve the itch quickly.
Is Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes a vasoconstrictor?
There is some evidence to suggest that a recognizable correlation exists between vasoconstrictor potency and therapeutic efficacy in man.
How does Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes work?
Vagisil Anti-itch Medicated Wipes is a drug that aids the body's mucus-clearing processes in the respiratory tract. It is used to relieve chest congestion. This medicine works by blocking a certain natural substance (known as histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction.
