Hello! I remember when my daughter was very small, I always panicked at the slightest of her injuries or injuries.
And she constantly managed to get into trouble: either a wasp will bite, then a tick in the forest picks up. Not a day without incident!
Mosquitoes got the most. After their bites, there was a very strong irritation. The special ointment that I saw in the advertisement helped. Want to know what ointment to use for mosquito bites for children? How to apply it correctly? Read all the details in the material below.
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Insect bites
In response to insect bites, two possible situations should be considered:
- The reaction of the body is a response to the effects of the poison of a particular insect.
- A person has an allergy, i.e. hypersensitivity to one of the components of the poison of a particular insect.
In the second case, in addition to the standard reaction, so to speak, allergic local and general manifestations of various severity are possible, sometimes extremely dangerous, up to anaphylactic shock.
Note that anti-allergic ointments are based on herbal preparations (for example, “fludex”), antihistamines, the most typical representative is “fenistil-gel”, and on the basis of corticosteroid hormones - hydrocortisone, prednisolone ointments, more modern and effective - “advantan”, "Elokom".
What to use - depends on the severity of the local reaction. If there is severe swelling, itching - most likely hormonal ointments, if, as you described about mosquito bites, then Fenistil-gel is more than enough.
I understand perfectly well that in a civilized country it is not up to you to decide what to smear and what to give, but a doctor, but I also understand very well how “easy” it is to find a doctor somewhere in a summer cottage or in a tent camp on the seashore - that's why and pronounce the name of the medicine.
In the presence of general reactions - a rash, shortness of breath, fainting - v / m prednisone or dexamethasone 2-3 ml and soon to the hospital. I insist that if there were general severe reactions to insect bites in the child or in the next of kin, you should not go to nature without 5 ampoules of dexamethasone and a disposable syringe.
The best ointments and gels from insect bites for children
Insect bites cause discomfort associated with the appearance of itching, swelling of the affected area of the skin, especially when it comes to children.
Therefore, during the period of the greatest activity of insects, parents should take care of the proper protection of the child and acquire effective means that will help the child in case of bites.
Alternative methods of combating bites, swelling
Some children sensitively bite all kinds of insects. Here such an allergy can occur on a bite of a midge or mosquito:
Quite often, a child develops not only itching, but also swelling or swelling. As a rule, after a bite of stinging insects, in particular, bees or wasps, a child may form a tumor.
In addition, the tumor may indicate that the child was bitten by another insect, such as a mosquito, and the tumor that appears is an allergic reaction, which may be accompanied by fever, nausea and dizziness.
After making sure that the swelling is caused by an insect bite, and you can do this by examining the appropriate photos, it is necessary to treat the affected areas.
Folk remedies help eliminate the itching, swelling or swelling of the child without harming him. To help the child after insect bites will help such folk remedies as:
- Mint based toothpaste.
- Soda with water, having the consistency of porridge.
- Dairy products, for example, chilled sour cream.
- Tea tree oil.
Folk remedies anesthetize the affected area of the skin, help eliminate itching and swelling and significantly alleviate the condition of the child. A swollen arm or leg after providing such assistance for several days will no longer bother the child.
If folk remedies do not cope with the problem, then antihistamines and other remedies can help the child after insect bites.
The use of folk methods also depends on which insect has bitten the child, and what reaction to this bite has formed. The possible consequences of bites can be studied by the corresponding photo. So, to alleviate the condition of the child after a bite of a mosquito or horsefly is possible with:
- Applying a leaf of plantain or black elderberry. In this way, it will be possible to suspend the inflammatory process and carry out disinfection.
- Rubbing the bite with diluted alcohol.
- A garlic solution made on the basis of chopped garlic clove and a small amount of water.
- Itching, pain and swelling will remove the usual salt, applied in a small amount to the site of the bite, as well as laundry soap.
To cope with painful bites of midges will help:
- Acetic lotions.
- A tool based on dandelions, for the preparation of which you will need to grind them, wait for the time when the juice is secreted, and attach this mass to the site of the bite.
- Onions, cut into 2 parts and placed on the affected skin, will relieve pain and itching, redness.
If a child was bitten by wasps or bees, then when choosing funds for assistance, it is necessary to choose those that can relieve pain, swelling and swelling. Among folk methods, as a treatment, you can choose:
- Juice squeezed from garlic and applied to the bite site.
- A compress based on a cabbage leaf, for preparation of which a cabbage leaf is softened by placing it in boiling water, is lubricated with a small amount of honey. On the side that has been oiled with honey, the compress is placed in place of the bite and fixed with a bandage. In addition to cabbage, burdock leaves can have an equally effective effect.
- Parsley, potato, whose juice has an anti-inflammatory effect.
- Mint-based compress, for this it must be crushed and periodically applied to the bite site.
Ointments
Ointments after insect bites for children help eliminate swelling, relieve swelling and get rid of itching in a fairly short time.On sites dedicated to children, you can find a lot of information, photos of various ointments that should be in the arsenal of every mother. Among the most effective ointments include:
Ointment Bamipin 2% helps relieve itching after an insect bite, a tumor. This ointment is one of the antihistamines. You can get acquainted with it using the photo. Bamipin 2% should be smeared on children's skin after it has been previously cleaned.
Hydrocortisone ointment promotes the speedy healing of affected skin in children as a result of insect bites. Ointment can relieve inflammation, swelling and itching, accelerate the process of restoration of the skin.
When choosing an ointment, you need to read the instructions, which indicate possible contraindications and side effects.
Creams
In the fight against insect bites that cause a child discomfort, you can use not only ointment, but also a cream that also effectively cope with the problem. The cream is more convenient to use for children, because it is quickly absorbed into the skin and leaves no residue. To treat places after insect bites in children will help:
Streptoderm cream effectively fights the consequences resulting from insect bites. Children need to smear the cream according to the instructions. The appearance of the product can be found using the photo.
Ekol cream is an antihistamine, with which you can treat insect bites in children, the photo can be found on the Internet. It is necessary to smear the cream on the inflamed area of the skin after insect bites in order to eliminate edema and itching in a certain area.
Cream after insect bites can significantly alleviate the condition of the child, eliminate the phenomena that cause him discomfort, in particular itching, swelling, discomfort. Photos of reactions to insect bites can be viewed on the site.
Gels
Normalize the condition of the skin of the child, after it was struck by insects, it is possible thanks to gels, which are not difficult to purchase in the nearest pharmacy. What gel is better to choose to provide the necessary assistance to the child? The therapeutic effect may have:
- Gel Advantan. Eliminating edema and itching with this gel is quite simple, and relief will follow pretty soon. But the gel is created on a hormonal basis, which is associated with its effectiveness and relevance in the treatment of skin diseases. Therefore, the appointment of Advantan should follow from the doctor. Smear the affected areas of the skin after insects need exactly as much as the doctor prescribed.
- Fenistil gel can be used in children after the first month of life. It effectively eliminates swelling, itching, and removes redness on the skin from bites, photos of which can be viewed on the Internet. Gel should be applied to the affected area of the skin, followed by the therapeutic effect achieved due to dimetindene maleate, which is the active component of this drug. The gel is freely dispensed at the pharmacy, but it is recommended that you consult a doctor and familiarize yourself with contraindications before using it.
- Gel Psilo - balm is suitable for children whose age exceeds 12 months.The gel helps to eliminate swelling, itching, and stop the inflammatory process after an insect bite, a photo of which can be studied on the Internet. The effect is achieved from the main component of the gel - diphenhydramine.
Means that relieve itching, swelling, and other consequences of insect bites help the child to endure the discomfort that has arisen and facilitate the healing period.
The most effective ointments for insect bites
A bite is damage to a mechanical skin by a stinging or jaw apparatus of an insect. In addition to mechanical damage, a chemical burn occurs, which often causes unpleasant allergic reactions.
It is worth remembering that this is not only an unpleasant problem, but also quite serious, which is due to the following phenomena:
- Mechanical damage to the skin.
- The presence of bacteria and other dangerous microbes in the saliva of an insect.
- There is an increased risk of infection from combing.
The danger is not only mosquitoes, but also other insects that can live both on the street and at home. It is for this reason that you need to carefully monitor the condition, and when the slightest unusual signs and symptoms appear, take appropriate measures.
It is necessary to treat everything with special preparations and do not forget about preventive measures, namely:
- Treat places with bites with sprays of repelling insects.
- Apply aromatic mixtures.
- Use folk remedies;
- Wear tight clothing to protect against bites.
If nevertheless it was not possible to avoid unpleasant consequences, then in these cases ointments that have good properties will help.
But it is worth remembering that their range is quite large and not all of them have the same properties - some drugs can eliminate only allergic reactions, while others can also remove edema, inflammatory processes and pain.
Types of ointments from insect bites
Currently, many pharmacies provide a wide range of ointments that have the effect of instantly eliminating allergic manifestations, relieve itching, redness, irritation from bites of many arthropods - mosquitoes, bees, wasps, midges, bedbugs, bugs and others.
The following varieties of these funds are divided:
- Ordinary ointments. They have a fat base in their composition, in which often small particles of the main component are not completely dissolved. They have a slow absorption, so they have a long period of action;
- Creams. The main difference between these funds from ointments is the low fat content, but the principle of manufacture is the same. Also have a long lasting effect;
- Gels. These drugs have a quick effect. This is due to the fact that they contain already dissolved active substance. They have a quick action, because they are made on the basis of water.
Product Overview
Nizulin. It is a cream gel with a high content of biologically active components for the treatment of allergic and other unpleasant consequences. It contains the following substances:
- Extracts of many medicinal plants - chamomile, licorice, celandine, plantain.
- There is a small amount of lavender, peppermint oil, as well as basil oil.
- D-panthenol.
In a complex effect, these substances provide the following results:
- A feeling of itching, irritation and redness instantly passes.
- The skin has a cooling and soothing effect.
- The protective functions of the skin surface increase.
- Cells of the skin are updated.
This tool is able to relieve the effects of a bite, relieves urticaria, irritation and allergies. The cost of one tube with a volume of 30 ml reaches 130 rubles.
Psilo balm. A gel with anti-allergic properties. Ointment inhibits the activity of histamine H-1 receptors and reduces capillary permeability.These properties are provided thanks to the active constituent component - diphenhydramine, which is popularly called diphenhydramine.
Fenistil gel. It has an antipruritic effect. The main substance is dimethindene maleate, which suppresses the histamine H1 receptors that cause allergies.
It relieves swelling, inflammation, itching, redness, irritation and many allergic reactions. The cost of the drug in pharmacies ranges from 330 to 390 rubles.
Rescuer. This ointment, which has in its composition components of plant origin. It consists of the following substances:
- The presence of olive and ghee.
- A bit of turpentine.
- Vitamins A and E.
- Calendula plant extract.
- Sea buckthorn oil.
- Beeswax.
Refined Naftalan oil. Thanks to the rich plant composition, it is quickly relieved of itching, redness, irritation, and also eliminates blisters and edema. The price of the drug in pharmacies starts at 110 rubles.
Bepanten. This is a cream with white-yellow color, which has a pleasant effect on the site of bites. This product contains an active component that is part of the group of vitamins B - dexpanthenol, due to which the cream has a healing, calming and regenerating effect. The price of the product can reach up to 400 rubles.
Elidel. This is a cream with a strong anti-inflammatory effect. It is best used during severe allergic reactions in the form of itching, severe redness, irritation. Doctors also recommend applying the cream with manifestations of eczema and atopic dermatitis. The cost starts from 1000 rubles.
Arnica. This is a natural homeopathic ointment. Its composition contains only natural substances - the arnica plant and the auxiliary component of petroleum jelly. It has an antimicrobial property, quickly removes swelling, irritation, pain, redness, and also improves the protective cover of the skin. The price can go up to 190 rubles.
Menovazine. It is a clear solution that quickly relieves itching and burning. It has a complex effect, which is provided due to the constituent substances:
- Menthol - cools and relaxes the skin. It also speeds up blood circulation and triggers the regeneration of skin cells.
- Procaine - relieves allergic reactions and discomfort.
- Benzocaine - quickly relieves pain.
The price of the solution in pharmacies is about 30-50 rubles.
Tsindol. This is a suspension, or more simply, a talker. Due to the high content of zinc oxide, it has anti-inflammatory, aseptic and adsorbing effects. It can not only relieve irritation, itching, but also draws out all kinds of microbes and bacteria from wounds. The cost of the funds starts from 100 rubles.
Panthenol. This is a cream that has anti-inflammatory and anti-allergic properties. During bites, it should be used to relieve irritation, redness, itching and swelling. The cost of a tube of 30 ml is 100 rubles.
Overview of drugs for children
"Hydrocartisone" is an ointment of hormonal action, suitable for children of different ages. This tool stops allergic manifestations and inhibits the release of histamine in the body. It can be used as a prophylactic after the bites of stinging insects - bees, spiders and scorpions. The cost of the product is 100 rubles.
Zinc ointment - this ointment has in its composition the active component zinc, which has anti-inflammatory and antipruritic effects.Also, this tool quickly heals wounds and restores skin cells. It can be used for children of different ages. The price in pharmacies for this tool starts from 40 rubles.
"Nezulin" - this ointment has universal application. It can be used to relieve itching, inflammation, irritation, redness, and to deter many arthropods. Can be used for very young children. The cost of the tool is about 100 rubles.
"Gistan" is a cream containing only herbal ingredients that have anti-allergic effects. Quickly relieves itching, burning, irritation and redness. Suitable for children from 2 years. The cost of the cream starts from 180 rubles.
What you need to do before applying ointments
It is not advisable to apply ointment, gel or balm immediately after an insect bite, first you need to provide first aid.
If the damage is received from a stinging insect, for example, bees, spiders and other arthropods, first aid should be provided.
First aid procedure:
- If the bite was committed by a bee, then you need to carefully remove the sting in the place of the bite with tweezers. When bitten by wasps, hornets, the sting does not remain.
- Then you need to quickly drain the poison from the wound. This can be done by mouth, if it enters the oral cavity, the poison does not cause any serious consequences.
- A cold compress should be applied to the place, but in no case use stones or damp earth. They can become a source of infection.
- After all these steps, the place should be washed with baby soap and wiped dry thoroughly. If the bite was committed by a bee or hornet, then the place should be washed with the use of an organic acid, for example, apple or lemon.
- Then the place can be treated with any ointment from bites.
Product Selection Criteria
In order for the tool to really help eliminate unpleasant consequences, you need to pay attention to the following criteria:
- Age, that is, at what age is this ointment allowed to use. Especially you need to pay attention to this when the product is purchased for children.
- The constituent components. It is advisable to purchase products from natural plant components that do not cause allergic reactions.
- Intended use - as a prophylaxis or to eliminate the consequences.
- Insects, bite symptoms that this remedy eliminates. For example, if the bite was obtained from a tick, then an agent with an antibacterial effect should be purchased, if from a mosquito, then with a cooling effect.
- Release form - cream, gel or ointment.
Folk remedies
In addition to pharmaceutical preparations, alternative methods of treatment prepared from plants can be used. For example, itching, puffiness, irritation can be removed by the leaves of plantain, elderberry, dandelion flowers, and Veronica officinalis and others.
Garlic - It has anti-inflammatory effect, and also relieves itching, irritation, redness and pain from bites of many arthropods. From it you can prepare an aqueous solution for rubbing.
You need to grate a couple of garlic cloves and put in a glass of warm water. Then in this solution, moisten the gauze material and bandage the bite site with it.
Cabbage. It can reduce pain, itching and redness. To do this, attach a leaf of cabbage to the site of damage and secure it with a bandage. Leave the sheet should be all night. Also, ointment can be made from it.
To do this, chop half a fork of cabbage to a puree state. A couple of parsley branches are chopped and then juice is squeezed out of it. The juice is mixed with mashed cabbage and 50 grams of pork fat is added to this mixture.Ready ointment needs to lubricate the affected areas.
Soda. Pour soda with water so that the cake comes out. This cake should be placed on a bitten place. Relieves itching, redness, pain.
Apple cider vinegar 3%. In a solution of vinegar, moisten a piece of bandage and apply to the site of damage. The bandage must be kept for 20-30 minutes.
Tips & Tricks
It is not enough to purchase an ointment, you need to know certain features of its use that will help get rid of unpleasant consequences:
- Before lubrication, the bitten area must be treated with alcohol. This should be done in cases where the bite was obtained from a mosquito and other blood-sucking arthropods;
- When a bee stings, it is necessary to pull out the sting, suck out the poison and apply cold;
- Ointment should be lubricated on the cleansed surface of the skin in the form of an application;
- Also, before use, it is advisable to carefully read the instructions for use;
- Be sure to consult a doctor. Sometimes some of the constituent substances can cause allergies, so it is not advisable to immediately use this product on your own;
- It is advisable to show the bites to the doctor, especially if it has the appearance of a rash, ulcer, crust, and also causes severe itching, burning.
Reviews
Marina, Saratov: “During outdoor recreation, mosquitoes of me, my husband and children strongly bit me. After this, severe scabies began, itching almost all to the point of blood. The Fenistil Gel was good with me. After processing the places of bites, itching, burning immediately passed. Everything stopped scratching, and mosquitoes stopped biting. Perhaps the smell of gel scared them
Elena, Yekaterinburg: “We have got bed bugs, which we can’t get out of. And in the morning from them terrible bites, which manifest themselves in the form of itching and irritation. We use Tsindol ointment from them. It helps immediately, relieves itching, burning, pain and redness. Of course, we need to get rid of bedbugs, then bites will not cause us such troubles! ”
Egor, Kirov: “Often we go for walks with children, and now there are so many midges and mosquitoes on the street just horror! Adults can somehow cope with the bites from these parasites, but the children are tormented. Before going out, we always lubricate the body with children using Gardex. A good spray, not only does it relieve itching and burning, but it also repels all insects very well ”
Ekaterina, Moscow: “There are a lot of mosquitoes in the country now and they simply do not give normal work. The bites from them are so terrible, they burn, they itch almost to the point of blood. I suffered for a long time, until a friend advised me to use Psilo-Balsam. Great ointment! Relieves pain, burning, itching and redness! ”
Choosing an inexpensive ointment for mosquito bites
Summer is not only the long-awaited warmth, but also the time for the activation of insects, so an inexpensive ointment from mosquito bites becomes an obligatory item on the shopping list of most families before going to the country or on vacation.
Most children are not able to sufficiently control the desire to comb itchy places, and this can lead to severe injury to the skin, increase the risk of infection and inflammation of the wound. Therefore, it is very important to choose the right remedy not only for yourself, but also take care of protecting your children.
Varieties of drugs
Remedies for mosquito bites are available in various forms:
- cream (may be in the form of a gel or foam);
- spray;
- milk;
- spray for clothing;
- wrist bracelets;
- clips on clothes.
Creams, sprays and lotions are intended for application to exposed areas of the body.The period of their action depends on the specific tool.
The cost of creams starts from 50 rubles. The most popular types include:
- Gardex Naturin Cream Gel;
- Mosquitall cream;
- anti-mosquito Moustidose cream for children from 1 year;
- cream-cream Picnic Baby.
A protective product in the form of milk protects against bites, moisturizes and nourishes the skin. Milk from mosquito bites has a light, delicate texture, it is nice to apply it on the surface of the skin. The average price is about 100 rubles.
Experts recommend:
- Gardex Family Milk;
- Mosquitall milk
- milk baby spray from 2 years.
Spray repellents are easy to use due to fast and even application even on large areas of the skin. Such funds are preferred for children who are very resistant to the process of applying cream or milk.
Sprays are a great alternative to ointments and creams. Prices range from 100 to 280 rubles. The following brands are distinguished:
- Mosquitall spray “Protection for adults. For outdoor recreation ";
- baby spray My sun;
- spray for children from 1 year old Gardex Baby;
- Picnic Hypoallergenic Spray.
Some mosquito repellents have a UV filter, which not only protects against bites from blood-sucking insects, but also protects the skin from sunburn. Separate drugs are combined and drive off ticks besides mosquitoes.
If you have sensitive skin or a tendency to allergic reactions, you can use baby milk or cream, as remedies intended for children have softness and anti-allergenic properties.
Aerosol use. If for some reason you do not want to apply the product on the skin, then you can use special aerosols that are intended only for application to clothing.
For example, we can distinguish: aerosol from ticks and mosquitoes for children Gardex Baby for clothes; Picnic Baby aerosol from ticks and mosquitoes for processing clothes.
The average price is -150 rubles. Most drugs for insect bites allow their use for children from 1 year. The exact age must be indicated on the packaging.
Especially popular:
- Bugstop bracelet Basic No. 1;
- a bracelet with 3 replaceable Gardex Baby cartridges;
- clip with a cartridge for Gardex Baby clothes.
The basis of these funds is citronella oil, which repels mosquitoes and is almost completely safe for health. The advantage of such protective equipment is the absence of the need to apply any preparations to the skin.
The clip with a cartridge for attaching to clothes is also very convenient to use and, moreover, eliminates contact with the skin, which eliminates the occurrence of negative skin reactions. However, such products are not recommended for people with a strong sensitivity to odors and pregnant women.
Remedies for insect bites
If you still could not avoid meeting with biting and bloodsucking, and you are looking for ointment from insect bites, you will face the difficult task of choosing from a huge assortment of all kinds of drugs.
Means after bites have various forms of release, among which:
- sprays, creams;
- balms;
- patches.
Ointments, creams and balms after bites are excellent means to cope with the effects of contact with insects. They quickly soothe the skin, eliminate irritation and swelling. Experts recommend:
- Picnic gel balm universal after insect bites;
- Mosqutall spray balm "Ambulance after bites."
Pencil-shaped bites are very popular. They help eliminate itching, redness, and skin irritation. The plant extracts that make up such products help to quickly soothe and cool the skin, and promote wound healing.
In addition, this form of release is very convenient to use, especially for children. The pencil is small in size, which allows you to take it on any trip. The cost of balms starts at 80 rubles. These include:
- after-bite balm for children Gardex Baby;
- Children's balm after insect bites “My sun”.
Patches after insect bites are very convenient to use and are especially suitable for children. They cool and soothe the skin, and also help protect the site of the bite from severe scratching, thereby preventing inflammation and infection of the wound. The cost of such funds is about 200 rubles.
Camping - yes, skin problems - no
Many are interested in: why do mosquitoes from a group of adults or children choose those whom they bite especially intensively, but practically do not touch others?
It is noteworthy that female mosquitoes (and “ladies” are known to hunt) feel their prey at a distance of about 50 m.
What causes redness, swelling and unbearable itching in places of bites? Unpleasant manifestations so familiar to many are the result of an allergic reaction of the human immune system to the invasion of a foreign substance. Such an allergen substance is a protein contained in the saliva of mosquitoes and other insects.
Is it possible to enjoy communication with nature without fear of combing from insect bites and skin inflammations? Of course, yes. To do this, you just need to have a modern medical treatment with you, which will quickly and reliably make sure that none of your family members are bothered by itching and inflammation.
It is best to play the role of a much-needed defender with a topical preparation of Kutiveyt (Fluticasone Propionate) manufactured by GlaxoSmithKline, one of the leaders in the global pharmaceutical market. Kutiveyt is available in two convenient forms - cream and ointment.
How does Kutivate work? Fluticasone propionate has a pronounced local anti-inflammatory, decongestant and anti-allergic effect. Its content in cream is 0.05 g, in ointment - 0, 005 g. Kutiveyt is indicated for use in children from 6 months (ointment), from 1 year (cream).
It is important to note that in the case of an insect bite, Kutiwait brings the fastest relief, eliminates all local manifestations of allergies, relieves debilitating itching, and returns physical and psychological comfort to adults and children.
What determines the safety of Kutiveyta? It is proved that when applied topically, Kutivate penetrates poorly through the skin and quickly disintegrates into inactive substances, so it does not have a systemic effect on the body.
The safety of the drug is also evidenced by the fact that Kutiveyt is included in the assortment of medicines sold in pharmacies without a prescription.
What is the range of application of cutivet? It is extremely wide. The drug is indicated for the treatment of insect bites, many acute and chronic dermatoses, such as eczema, atopic, seborrheic and contact dermatitis, psoriasis, neurodermatosis, including simple and lichen planus, etc.
How to use it?. Using Cutivewait does not require special skills. This drug is convenient. It can be used at home, and during a short outing, and on a long hike.
Packing cream or ointment Kutivate at hand is a proven guarantee for the entire family to quickly get rid of itching and inflammation of the skin.
How to anoint a mosquito bite?
On cold winter evenings, we dream of summer days, which are associated with a bright sun, clear skies and evening walks with the whole family.
At such moments, we forget that not a single summer evening is complete without small and bloodthirsty insects - mosquitoes, after which we have to frantically search in the medicine cabinet than to anoint the place of the mosquito bite.
And if a mosquito bite, for an adult, is commonplace, then in a small child it can cause at least itching, redness and swelling. And when there are several such bites, and due to the itch, the baby eats and sleeps poorly, the question of how to anoint a mosquito bite to alleviate the condition of the child becomes especially relevant.
There are several excellent options for how you can anoint a mosquito bite after a merciless attack of these insects.
Medications
Before smearing mosquito bites with special means, it is necessary to assess the general condition of the child. If there are single bites in the form of tiny dots in open areas of the body, it is enough to apply cold, for example, a bottle of water from the refrigerator or an ice cube wrapped in a handkerchief to prevent the appearance of swelling in this place.
In the case when the mosquitoes were merciless and bit the whole baby, you can not do without special drugs.
All anti-allergic ointments that can be used to anoint mosquito bites are divided into herbal (fladex), antihistamines (fenistil gel) and hormonal (ointment based on hydrocortisone or prednisolone).
All of them are safe for use in children, but you should consult with your local pediatrician before use. If the child is very small, then some drugs should be used with extreme caution or choose the most suitable for age.
To choose how to anoint a mosquito bite, it is necessary to evaluate how pronounced the local allergic reaction is. With severe swelling and itching, only hormonal ointment will help.
To avoid suppuration of wounds, you can buy in a pharmacy a special children's lotion, which includes zinc oxide and calamine. These two substances relieve irritation and slightly dry bite sites.
How to anoint a mosquito bite? Folk remedies
It often happens that there are no special means at hand against mosquito bites, and the nearest pharmacy is not at all close. Do not despair, because there are many folk remedies with which you can anoint a mosquito bite.
Soda solution will quickly reduce the itching that bothers the baby so much. To prepare it, you need a teaspoon of soda and a tablespoon of water. Lubricate the affected area with the resulting solution.
A toothpaste that has been anointed with a mosquito bite relieves itching and burning.
Kefir or yogurt copes well with discomfort after a mosquito bite.
Crumpled leaves of fresh mint, parsley, plantain or bird cherry, with mosquito bites, can relieve your baby from pain and itching.
The Zvezdochka balm is perhaps the simplest means by which you can anoint a mosquito bite.
To avoid the appearance of wounds in places of mosquito bites, a solution of diamond greens, spotted on the affected areas, will help.
Remedies for children
Everyone knows that with sunset the time comes for increased activity of mosquitoes. Thin and tender baby skin, like a magnet attracts these insects, after bites, which itchy red blisters remain on it, and soon, scratches also appear.
A mosquito bite harmless for an adult in a baby can develop into a festering wound, which will leave a mark in the form of a scar.
Therefore, it is better to protect against this crumbs in advance, so that in the near future you do not have to wonder what to anoint a mosquito bite.
You can protect the baby from mosquito bites with:
- a mosquito net, which reliably protects the baby's crib or stroller, saving you from worries, than anoint a mosquito bite;
- fumigant - a device that vaporizes substances toxic to mosquitoes (fumigants). Suitable for home use only, as it works from the network;
- ultrasonic repeller, which, emitting radio waves of a certain frequency, repels insects. Fastens on a bed or a carriage, works on batteries;
- children's repellents - special means against insect bites that are applied to the skin of a child. There are sprays, creams, lotions that can reliably protect a child from mosquito bites for up to several hours. Some of them can be anointed with mosquito bites to relieve swelling and inflammation;
- folk remedies:
- oils of cloves, eucalyptus, basil, tea tree or anise (mosquitoes do not tolerate the smell of these plants); a drop of oil on a rag bracelet and not a single mosquito dares to approach your child;
- dried chamomile (Dalmatian, Caucasian or Persian); Having spread the dried plant around the apartment, you can forget about mosquitoes for a whole week;
- fresh branches of tomato or elderberry, the smell of which repels insects;
- cedar oil, pine cones or dried juniper needles, which have an unbearable aroma for mosquitoes.
Going for a walk in the park or on vacation, take care in advance to protect the baby from annoying mosquitoes. It is much easier to protect the baby from an insect attack than to deal with its consequences later.
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