Blasto-Stimulin: what is it and how is this medicine used?
Blasto-Stimulin is a medication popular in the treatment of burns and skin wounds. One of its main components, the gotu kola, has been used as a medicinal herb for about five thousand years.
At present, blasto-stimulin ovules, used to cure infections and other vaginal problems, are especially well-known.
In this article we will explain what is blasto-stimulin, how it is used and what are its medicinal properties . We will also review their contraindications and their possible side effects.
What is blasto-stimulin?
Blasto-Stimulin is a frequently used medication to accelerate the healing of wounds, injuries and burns of the skin. It is recommended especially for cases with an infectious component.
The blasto-stimulin is composed mainly of extract of gotu kola and neomycin . Depending on the format in which it is marketed, it has other specific components, although its effects depend mainly on these two products.
Neomycin is an antibiotic that is often used in creams. It can also be used to treat bacterial problems of the stomach if consumed orally.
The gotu kola, a natural medicine
The main component of blasto-stimulin is the extract of gotu kola, a herbaceous plant native to Southeast Asia and India, where it is also known as "Gotu Kola" and "Brahmi".
Centella asiatica extract contributes to the synthesis of structural proteins and glycosaminoglycans, glucides with a connective tissue function.
In the Ayurvedic, Chinese and African traditional medicines the gotu kola has been used to make poultices with which to heal wounds and burns, as well as to treat psoriasis, varicose veins and even cancer. However, not all of these medicinal uses have been confirmed by scientific research.
Centella asiatica is also a culinary ingredient in Asian cuisine. In Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand or Myanmar it is used as an accompaniment for rice with curry, in salads and in soft drinks. Medicinal properties are also attributed to this dietary supplement.
How is blasto-stimulin used?
Blasto-stimulin is used to make wounds, sores, sores and skin burns heal better. It is especially effective when there is a risk of bacterial infection or when it has already occurred.
Blasto-stimulin can be found in ointment, powders, spray and as eggs that are introduced into the vagina.
1. In ointment
Applied in this format, blasto-stimulin is useful to help the wounds heal faster , including surgical wounds and skin grafts. This property is due to the action of gotu kola, which has traditionally been used in a similar way.
The antibiotic properties of blasto-stimulin make it also useful for healing infected wounds, since it removes bacteria from the skin.
2. Powder
The powder blasto-stimulin has properties and utilities very similar to those of the ointment, being especially effective when the wound needs to be dried.
The blasto-stimulin it is applied between one and three times a day depending on the severity of the injury , regardless of whether it is used in powder or ointment. It is recommended to clean the wound before applying blasto-stimulin in these formats.
3. In spray
Since it is applied directly to the skin, the spray or aerosol format has indications very similar to those of blasto-stimulin powder and ointment , being useful for the healing of wounds, burns and grafts.
4. In ovules
This format is very popular for the treatment of vaginal problems , especially of infectious or irritative type. The ovules are introduced into the vagina, preferably before going to sleep.
The treatments with blasto-stimulin in ovules last between 5 and 10 days. In the most severe cases it is recommended to start with two ovules a day; the dose will be reduced when the symptoms improve.
During the treatment, vaginal washings with alkaline substances should be avoided since they would eliminate the ovule and cancel its effect.
The blasto-stimulin in ovules is used to treat conditions such as vaginitis, candidiasis, vulvitis, cervicovaginitis, moniliasis, trichomoniasis and leucorrhoea. It is also effective in improving the healing of wounds in the vaginal walls that can occur after painful sexual intercourse or childbirth.
Side effects and contraindications
The blasto-stimulin does not produce serious side effects . Its topical application can cause a slight stinging in very sensitive skin, but it does not irritate the skin.
It is not advisable to use the ointment or blasto-stimulin powder to treat serious or very extensive wounds, injuries or burns. If it is applied in ovule format it is necessary to avoid alcohol consumption since its interaction can cause vomiting, hypotension, sweating and breathing difficulties.
It is preferable not to use blasto-stimulin during pregnancy and lactation; Although it has not been shown that it could affect the mother or the baby, this possibility has not been ruled out either.
Before taking blasto-stimulin it is recommended to consult the doctor ; Although it is difficult for this medicine to have harmful effects, it may be ineffective or aggravate the problem if it is very serious.
