FORMIC ALCOHOL

INSTRUCTIONS FOR MEDICAL USE OF THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT ANTHANILIC ALCOHOL (FORMIC ACID SPIRIT)

Composition:

Active substance: formic acid;

100 g of solution contains 1.4 g of formic acid;

Excipient: ethanol 70%.

Pharmaceutical form. Solution for external use, alcoholic.

Main physicochemical properties: clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic sharp odor.

Pharmacotherapeutic group.
Topical preparations used for joint and muscular pain.

ATC code M02AX10.

Pharmacological Properties.

Pharmacodynamics.

Formic alcohol belongs to agents that stimulate sensory nerve endings. Due to stimulation of skin and subcutaneous tissue receptors, the drug exerts not only a reflex but also a general humoral effect. Stimulation of receptors by Formic Alcohol is accompanied by enhanced production and release of endorphins, dynorphins, and peptides, which play an important role in regulation of pain sensations, vascular permeability, and other processes.

Clinical characteristics.

Indications.

Neuralgias, myositis, arthralgias.

Contraindications.

Hypersensitivity to the drug. Eczema, inflammatory and infectious skin diseases localized in the area of application, as well as allergic conditions.

Special precautions.

Avoid contact of the drug with mucous membranes and eyes.

Do not violate the instructions for use of the medicinal product, as this may harm health.

Interaction with other medicinal products and other types of interactions.

When used simultaneously with drugs containing organic compounds, new compounds may form, as well as denaturation of protein components.

When using any other medicinal products concurrently, inform your physician.

Usage features.

Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, the use of the drug is possible only when the expected benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus or infant.

Ability to affect reaction speed while driving or operating machinery.

No effect.

Method of administration and dosage.

Formic alcohol is used externally for rubbing into the affected area of the skin. The frequency of application and duration of treatment are determined by the nature and severity of the disease.

Children.

Not recommended for children under 12 years of age.

Overdose.

Not observed.

Side effects.

Possible severe skin irritation, rashes, blister formation.

If any adverse events occur, consult a physician.

Shelf life. 3 years.

Do not use the drug after the expiry date stated on the package.

Storage conditions.

Store at a temperature not exceeding 25 ºC, in a place inaccessible to children.

Packaging.

50 ml in bottles or 50 ml in a bottle in a cardboard box.

Supply category. Over-the-counter.

Manufacturer.

LLC "DKP "Pharmaceutical Factory".

Manufacturer's address and location of business activity.

4, Korolova St., Stanishivka, Zhytomyr district, Zhytomyr region, 12430, Ukraine.