Ichthammol
Also known as: Bithyol, Bituminol, Ichthyol
Ichthammol mildly astringent, irritant and local antibacterial agent with moderate emollient and demulcent properties. Ichthammol belongs to a class of preparations contaninig as essential constituents salts or compounds of a mixture of acids designated by the group name sulfoichthyolic acid, formed by the sulfonation of oil obtained in the destructive distillation of certain bituminous shales. Sulfoichthyolic acid is characterized by a high sulfar content, the sulfur existing largely in the form of sulfonates, sulfones & sulftides.
Primary Characteristics
Ichthammol is also known as Bithyol, Bituminol, Ichthyol.
It is of Natural origin and belongs to Sulphonyl.
It belongs to Skin application and lotion pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action.
Solubility in Water: Misable with water · Solubility in Alcohol: partly soluble · Non-proprietary name: Ichthammol.
Pharmacokinetics
Distribution: Ichthammol has a plasma protein binding is 97% elimination ratio is 1:2.
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Indications
Ichthammol is primarily indicated in conditions like Carvicitis, Cervicitits, Degenerative diseases of joints, Eczema, Inflammatory skin disease, Otitis externa, Psoriasis, Vaginitis.
Ichthammol is also indicated for secondary conditions like Burns, Insect bites.
Contraindications
Ichthammol is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to the drug, Hypersensitivity to any component of product.
Dosage
Ichthammol's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 7.5 % | 7.5 % | — | Ear,Topical | As Required |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| 7.5 % | 7.5 % | — | Ear | As Required |
| 7.5 % | 7.5 % | — | Topical | As Required |
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| 7.5 % | 7.5 % | — | Ear | As Required |
| 7.5 % | 7.5 % | — | Topical | As Required |
Drug Interactions
Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Side Effects
Ichthammol is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Irritant reactions, Sensitivity .
Warnings / Precautions
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Drug Classification
- 1.13.9 — Anti-psoriatics