DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.
Sting of horseflies (Tabanidae, Tabanids) with usually harmless, urticarial swelling of the sting. Sometimes prolonged edematous swelling and lymphangitis acuta.
External therapyThis section has been translated automatically.
Lotio alba possibly with addition of 2-4% polidocanol R200, menthol solution 1%, possibly glucocorticoids, topical as tincture or cream e.g. 0.1% hydrocortisone-17-butyrate cream (Laticort). Additionally, the application of moist saline compresses is possible. Alternatively try external antihistamines such as dimetinden (e.g. Fenistil Gel).
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Flying; Insect bites (overview); Menthol solution 1%; Polidocanol zinc oxide shaking mixture 3/5 or 10% (nrf 11.66.) [white/skin coloured].;Outgoing links (6)
Antihistamines, systemic; Dimetinden; Glucorticosteroids topical; Lymphangitis acuta; Menthol solution 1%; Polidocanol zinc oxide shaking mixture 3/5 or 10% (nrf 11.66.) [white/skin coloured].;Disclaimer
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Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer