Ethanol

Our article will reveal information on the whole product "ethyl alcohol". We will reveal all the medical aspects of its application.

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"Ethyl alcohol" Instructions for use

All a well -known substance, previously ethyl alcohol was called wine, as they received it from an alcoholic drink. According to their characteristics, ethanol is attributed to a narcotic drug, which has the most striking effect on the central nervous system. The greatest effect of alcohol is manifested on the cells of the cerebral cortex
Inhibition inhibition occurs and this is manifested by a high level of excitement. However, the respiratory center is depressed. When using the drug inside, alcohol causes a violation in the work of almost all organs and systems
Ethyl alcohol has an antibacterial effect that potentias the action of elevated temperature and when interacting with auxiliary means . These properties have found application in the external method of processing and are used for high -quality antiseptics of the hands of medical personnel
To do this, use 70% concentration of alcohol, it is most optimal. Since an increase in concentration entails a tanny effect on the skin, and a decrease causes the inefficiency of the procedure
When using the solution as applications, alcohol produces an irritating and antimicrobial effect
Alcohol vapors have high activity and are often used in acute states when lung edema as foaming. Vapors of the solution have an astringent effect, tanning action and cauterizing
Ethyl depresses synthesis prostaglandinov and has a inhibitory effect on the muscles

Ethyl alcohol form of release

The solution is available in bottles of various volumes with a percentage of 95% and 70%.

In volume, this can be from a bottle of 50 ml to a canister of 10, 20 and 30 liters.

For external use, this may not be pure solutions of alcohol, but with the addition of antic acid or salicilova acids.

"Ethyl alcohol" Indications for use

In medicine, alcohol plays the main role as an antiseptic for use externally:
• Hands of medical personnel
• Treatment of inflammatory skin diseases at an early stage of development
• Processing of the skin in the field of surgical intervention
Other areas of application:
• For inhalation in an acute state of pulmonary edema
• as an annoying local remedy (rubbish)
• as a preservative for biological materials for the purpose of further research
• as a solvent for the manufacture of various tinctures and extracts

Ethyl alcohol side effects

With the external use of the solution, the following complications may occur:

• redness of the skin
• Allergic reaction to the solution
• Painful sensations
• skin burn at the compress application site
• with frequent use , alcohol can penetrate the bloodstream and cause systemic intoxication

When using a solution for inhalation:

• Excessive irritating effect on the mucous membranes
• Allergic reaction to the solution
• with frequent use, the development of tolerance to the procedure and the absence of the expected effect

Intravenous introduction of the solution:

• as a means of preventing premature birth activities
• gradual excretion of the patient from alcohol intoxication

Ethyl alcohol dosage

As lotions, the solution is used externally for the treatment of acute inflammatory and purulent diseases as part of conservative therapy in the initial stages of the disease.

It is recommended to make lotions of 70% ethyl alcohol (possibly with other antiseptics) for 15 minutes 3-5 times a day. Also, they are accepted for rubbing and compresses as a local irritating agent.
In a pure form with an allergic reaction to other antiseptic alcohols, alcohol is used to process the skin before surgery and the skin of the hands of the operating surgeon.

For inhalations when swelling of the lungs as foaming Assign a procedure with a 96% solution of alcohol. When inhaling vapors through the mask, a 40-50% solution is prescribed for use, during the procedure through the nasal catheter, the percentage can be from 70 to 96%
At the same time, to prevent symptoms of alcohol poisoning, every 30 minutes it is recommended to take a break and inhale 40% oxygen mixture. The action of this procedure is completely manifested after 1.5 hours
It should be noted that with the rapid development of pulmonary edema, and if there is a shock condition, then these inhalations will not have the desired effect
Ethyl alcohol can also be administered intravenously. To stabilize the condition and preventing premature birth, 95% ethyl alcohol 25 ml in a dilution of 500 ml of a 5% glucose solution is administered intravenously. This method is also used in therapy alcoholism, for the gradual excretion of a patient from alcohol intoxication

"Ethyl alcohol" to children

There are no absolute contraindications for the use of this solution in children. However, be careful, alcohol has a systemic poisoning effect, especially clearly manifested in children. Therefore, even with external use, do not get carried away with rubbish and lotions.

There are part of the tinctures and drugs based on alcohol, which in some cases are allowed to take children. Be careful and careful, carefully read the composition of the drug and instructions for use. Pay attention to the condition and behavior of your child. The use of such tools, and especially in increased dosage, can cause serious symptoms of alcoholic poisoning in a child.

"Ethyl alcohol" contraindications

This solution does not have categorical contraindications. But there are relative states in which it is worth comparing the price of complications after application with the therapeutic expected effect:

• Painty syndrome not stopped with acute myocardial infarction (inhalation To prevent pulmonary edema may not be effective)
• High psychomotor excitation
• Alcohol potentias action tranquilizers
• inhibits the effect of antipsychotics
• Potentias the action of antidiabetic agents and can cause hypoglycemic to whom
• Ingibrators MAO is raised toxic alcohol effect on the body
• Ethyl alcohol nullifies the effect of antibacterial drugs when it is used