I bought a silicone patch from Scar Fix (USA) to replace Mepiform.
The Scar Fix plate is transparent, covered on both sides with a protective film, in paper packaging, description in Russian, shelf life 8 years. Usage period: up to 3 months, 12 hours a day.
The essence of the action of silicone on the scar: oxygen and moisture transfer to the skin are blocked, a “greenhouse” effect, the scar becomes softer, smoothes out, brightens, and is protected from external damage and scratching.
Before use, I washed the scar with water, wiped it dry, removed the protective films from the plate and glued it (it sticks well) so that the edges of the plate protrude half a centimeter beyond the edges of the scar.
The plate can be additionally fixed with compression hosiery, elastic or self-fixing bandage, etc. If a rash or redness appears under the plate, it is necessary to remove the plate until these symptoms disappear. Do not apply creams, ointments, or other medications under the plate.
Silicone plates can be washed with soapy water and running water. The plate can be cut (in the photo I cut a piece from the edge of the plate).
Composition: dimethyl methyl vinyl siloxane, dimethyl methyl hydrogen methyl vinyl silicone gel.
Price: 1900-2500 rub. depending on the store 10x20 cm in 2015.
- I use the patch for a child on hypertrophic and keloid scars after a 3A degree thermal burn.
- Photos before (left) and after 12 hours of wearing the patch (right). Shot from slightly different angles, but I think the gist is clear:
Hypertrophic scar before and after 12 hours of wearing the patch
The same scar a year later:
Hypertrophic scar after a year
A year and a half later.
Photos of scars before using the patch:
Keloid scars before wearing the patch
In the photo, these scars are covered with adhesive tape.
Keloid scars under Scar Fix after 12 hours of use
Photo of bare scars that were under Scar Fix patches for 12 hours.
Keloid scars immediately after Scar Fix removal
Keloid scars 30 minutes after Scar Fix removal
After wearing the silicone patch, the scar became softer. Where it is impossible to use patches (for example, on moving parts of the body or bends), I used silicone gels.
We wore the patch mainly at night under compression hosiery for a year (scars were treated comprehensively - compression, silicone patches and gels, physiotherapy with Fermenkol) and this is what we got:
Keloid scars after complex therapy a year later
I am sure that if you had the money and time, you could achieve almost perfect hand skin by undergoing treatment, for example, in a sanatorium according to a special anti-scar regimen, and also by continuing medicinal electrophoresis for another year. But we have finished our treatment for now.
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Mepiform patch - analogues, instructions, price, reviews
When the skin heals after operations, burns, cuts and injuries, a rough mark remains, a clumsy protrusion that stands out in color.
It is formed by the layering of new cells on old ones, deprived of nutrition due to damage to the capillary system. Silicone softens the surface, preventing it from drying out.
It is the basis of most patches, including Mepiform for the treatment and resorption of rough scars and keloid sutures.
Formation of scars and methods for their removal
Clinics, depending on the equipment they have, offer excision of protruding rough tissue using surgical methods, laser and cold. Operations are expensive and painful. They incapacitate a person for a long period. The effect is not always positive. After a while, the skin may become rough again, begin to itch, and create discomfort.
To smooth the skin at home, there are ointments, gels and patches from the following companies:
- Mepiform.
- Contractubex.
- Dermatix.
- Scarfix.
- Chinese.
- Korean.
Most of them are based on the ability of silicone to soften and smooth out rough tissue. According to the nature of origin and appearance, scars are distinguished:
- Hypertrophic.
- Normotrophic.
- Keloids are colloidal.
The first ones arise after a violation of the integrity of tissues as a result of operations, cuts, abrasions. They protrude slightly above the surface and differ in color. Burns and wounds of large areas leave dark, non-protruding marks.
Keloid scars appear for reasons that have not yet been studied. They are red, with a bluish tint, and protrude strongly above the surface of the skin. They have colloidal scars, an irregular, clumsy shape, and their photographs look terrifying.
They can grow constantly.
Mepiform patch for scar resorption
Silicone patch Mepiform is sold in pharmacies without a prescription. It can be freely purchased in Perm and other cities, or ordered online. The effect of application is demonstrated in the photo. After using Mepiform for 2 - 3 months, the scars soften, keloids change their color.
Pharmacy patch for scars Mepiform consists of a non-woven base impregnated with pure medical silicone. It does not have an adhesive layer and, due to the material, sticks to the surface of the body.
The silicone scar patch is flesh-colored and invisible on the skin. It can be worn constantly. The thin film does not interfere with clothing and does not hinder movement, even if it is on a bend.
At the same time, the sticker is protected from UV radiation.
Instructions for use recommend removing Mepiform once a day for 2 or 3 hours. Wash the scar with warm water and wipe dry. There is no need to put too much pressure or stretch the skin around the scar. Then stick the patch back on the same place. Repeated use is possible due to the special structure of silicone.
A favorable atmosphere is created under the film for the development of young cells. The gel does not let moisture out and puts pressure on the protruding tissue. As a result, scars are treated.
The effect of wearing a patch depends on the neglect of the scar and the characteristics of the body. Fresh seams can be removed within 6 months.
Neglected, rough scars go away in 2 years; for burns and lacerations, you will have to periodically apply a patch for 3 years.
Wait until the wound is dry before removing cut scars. During this time, the edges can be pulled together and glued with a paper bandage, then the effect will be better.
Review of silicone sheets for scar treatment
Scars and scars appear after damage to the skin. Deep scratches, long-term non-healing abrasions, operations - all this violates the aesthetics of the human body and makes you wonder how to get rid of the defect.
If the injury is recent and you suspect the tissue may harden over time, you can use a silicone scar patch.
This small product with a sticky side smooths out small and large scars. Pregnant women buy it to prevent and treat stretch marks.
The principle of operation of the silicone plate
A silicone patch is a gel plate designed for the resorption of burn, post-traumatic and postoperative scars. The product has the appearance of a dense rectangle or square. One of its sides is sticky.
Once applied to the scar, it comes into close contact with the rough surface. At the same time, the plate allows air to pass through well and prevents moisture from entering the damaged area. The temperature of the skin under silicone does not change. The substance helps to moisturize the scar, reduce its density and improve the elasticity of the defective area.
The use of a silicone patch to relieve scars is part of compression therapy. The sticky base effectively smoothes the scar by stretching the surface of the epidermis. The product improves skin structure and prevents collagen formation. This property stops the process of tissue scarring.
The therapeutic and prophylactic plate acts in three directions:
- Pressure. The gel plate adheres tightly to the skin and evenly distributes pressure on the scar. As a result, the tissues are aligned, the flaw is reduced or completely disappears.
- Nutrition. Being under the silicone layer, the scar is simply moisturized. There is no greenhouse effect created under the patch. The coarsened tissue receives liquid, which improves the course of local metabolic processes. Hydration promotes scar resorption.
- Protection. Rough keloids and hypertrophic scars are prone to re-injury. The chance of a quick recovery when using a cream or ointment is zero. But thanks to the dense structure of the patch, the scar receives reliable protection. Regeneration processes proceed faster without the influence of external stimuli.
The appearance of a fresh scar noticeably improves after 2 to 4 months from the start of using the silicone patch. It takes longer to fight old scars - from 6 months to 2 years.
Range of anti-scar plates
Based on financial capabilities, consumers can buy the Mepiform patch for the treatment of scars in pharmacies, Scar Fix, Arilis Mepiderm, PureSkin, Dermatix.
Scar Fx
Scar Fix patches are designed for long-term use.
One product can be applied to the defective area many times, clearing it of adhering particles as necessary. The American manufacturer made sure that every consumer could choose the option that suited them and produced plates of different shapes:
- Anchor.
- Circle.
- Lollipop.
- Rectangle.
Mepiform Mepiform silicone dressing for scars 10×18cm, 1 bandage
Mepiform 10x18 cm is the largest size of the Mepiform patch. Widely used to treat large scars left after burns. It can also be used for smaller scars by cutting the patch to the required size.
The Mepiform silicone patch works on fresh and old hypertrophic and keloid scars. Silicone in combination with a compression plate creates optimal moisture in the connective tissue of the scar, which leads to its resorption.
Mepiform adheres to the skin not due to gluing (as in conventional patches), but due to the suction effect of silicone. That is why the same patch can be removed and applied again many times without losing its adhesive (from the Latin adhaesio - sticking) properties.
This is a unique medical product from the Swedish company Molnlycke HC. It is a thin self-adhesive bandage coated with a soft Safetac silicone coating that provides:
- gentle and convenient adhesion
- minimal trauma to the scar and surrounding skin
- does not require additional fixation
- noticeable reduction in pain during dressings
- achieving maximum results
- there is no detachment of epithelial cells from the surface of the skin
Using Safetac coating you can avoid:
- severe pain syndrome
- additional infection
- maceration on the skin
- long-term healing
- allergic manifestations
- detachment of epithelial cells during dressings
Silicone patch Mepiform is successfully used for both fresh and old scars. Silicone, in combination with a compression plate (polyurethane and non-woven fabric), creates optimal moisture in the connective tissue of the scar, which is the lever for starting the process of resorption of formations.
Under the influence of Mepiform, the tissues are smoothed, the intensity of the color decreases and the density of the scar decreases.
To prevent severe scars, treatment should begin as early as possible during their formation.
Mepiform is a thin and discreet self-adhesive dressing for the prevention and treatment of scars and scars, with a soft silicone coating, with Safetac® technology.
The period of wearing one patch ranges from 5 to 14 days. Moreover, at the very beginning of treatment, this period is a minimum of 3-5 days, since the skin over the scar has not yet adapted to silicone. Over time, the wearing period increases.
The treatment period (not to be confused with the wearing period) is the period when the scar is gone as much as possible, ranging from 3 months to 1 year. During this time, it is necessary to constantly wear the Mepiform silicone patch. You will notice the first effect (reduction in color intensity) within a few weeks.
Unlike gels against scars, which must also be used for up to 1 year, Mepiform is more convenient:
- does not wash under clothes
- does not require 2 or 3 times application during the day - stick it once and forget it
- it is impossible to forget it at home, as it is always on the skin
- flesh-colored, has a masking effect
- has a UV filter 7.7: the skin under Mepiform will tan the same as without it, without forming a whitish spot.
- waterproof
- breathing
Mepiform is SAFE for children and during pregnancy: it contains pure silicone, without medicinal additives. And Mepiform is not a medicine.
To buy Mepiform Mepiform silicone bandage for scars 10x18cm, 1 bandage at a pharmacy from our partner pharmacies, you need to make an online order on the website zdesapteka.ru. If the drug is available in the selected pharmacy in Moscow, it will be reserved for you; if not, it will be delivered there within 1-4 days.
Silicone patch for scars Mepiform: prices in pharmacies and reviews
Silicone scar plates are quite popular and, judging by the instructions, easy to use.
However, their cost makes everyone think - does the price justify the quality, how much will the full course of such treatment cost? To do this, you need to carefully study the principle of action of the patches and find out if there are any contraindications. It would be a good idea to find out what reviews there are about this product.
How do patches work?
The silicone sheet, or scar patch, is a hardened gel (organopolysiloxane). In pharmacies you can find transparent plates or plates with material on one side, both forms of release are suitable for the treatment of scars.
The essence of this product is natural hydration of the problem area. The patch is glued to the scar area, which creates a so-called greenhouse effect, the skin under the patch softens. This treatment helps accelerate blood microcirculation, which benefits new and old scars. Silicone allows air to pass through, allowing the skin to breathe unhindered.
Such plates are more effective for recent scars, as well as for their prevention. In the presence of keloid scars, silicone plates protect the skin from environmental influences.
Experts note the following advantages of silicone plates:
- moisturizing and softening the scar;
- slows down the processes of connective tissue production.
Added to this is ease of use - the patch is easily applied to the scar area; no specialist or doctor is needed for this. At the same time, the fixation is quite high; the product does not come off when moving.
For reference! American scientists began to use silicone as a cure for scars. This material is the least allergenic and has passed all clinical tests.
Types of patches
At this stage of development of pharmaceutical products, a sufficient number of silicone wafers are available, varying in size, cost and quality. At the same time, the price does not always depend on the quality; first of all, prices rise for advertised products.
Scarfix
Long-lasting plates made in the USA. The product (1 patch) can be used repeatedly; if necessary, it can be cleaned of adhering particles. Manufacturers of Scarfix say that numerous studies are being conducted to identify any side effects. In rare cases, allergies may develop at the site where the plate is applied.
Dermatix silicone bandage 4x13cm/transparent
Description
Ideal for use on the face and hands - you can apply makeup over it. Silicone bandage DERMATIX (transparent) is a breathable and easy-to-clean silicone product made using advanced technologies.
INDICATIONS FOR USE Long-term use of DERMATIX silicone dressing [transparent and fabric-based] helps reduce the severity of existing raised hypertrophic and keloid scars at the stage of formation or prevent the formation of such scars, helping to reduce pain, itching, redness and height of the scar.
Side effects
- PRECAUTIONS For external use only.
- Do not use the silicone dressing simultaneously with creams, lotions or ointments, as they may reduce the effectiveness of DERMATIX and/or cause skin irritation.
Special conditions
As with other topical materials that are applied directly to the surface of the skin, local reactions (usually manifested as skin irritation) may occur. If local reactions occur, stop using the product.
After normalization of the skin condition, you can resume using DERMATIX for short periods of time, gradually increasing the duration. Inspect the scar area regularly to detect early signs of a local reaction. Continue to increase the time you wear the plate until it is as comfortable as possible.
If skin problems persist, discontinue use and consult a physician.
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About the Mepiform dressing
Mepiform is a thin and discreet self-adhesive scar treatment dressing coated with Safetac®.Safetac® - patented adhesive coating technology
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Under the influence of the Mepiform dressing with Safetac coating, the scars are smoothed out, the density decreases, the color intensity and severity of scars, both those that arise after surgical interventions, injuries, for example, cuts and burns, and hypertrophic and keloid scars, are reduced. Mepiform can also be used throughout the year to prevent the formation of rough scars during their formation.
HOW TO USE Mepiform
To prevent scarring, people who are prone to developing rough scars should begin treatment as early as possible after the scar forms. For best results, Mepiform is worn 24 hours a day and the treatment period can last from 3 months to a year, depending on the condition of the scar. Mepiform is a self-adhesive bandage, without the need for additional fixation, which can be cut, taking into account the structural features of the body and the shape of the scar. You can leave it in place while showering or bathing, but remove the bandage regularly to wash your skin.
- Make sure the wound is completely healed.
- Make sure that all seams are removed and the stitching threads are completely removed.
| TREATMENT RESULTS Mepiform |
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| Type of scar before treatment2 | After treatment2 |
| Type of scar before treatment3 | After treatment3 |
2.An Evaluation of Mepiform® with Safetac® Technology for the Management of Hypertrophic Scars, Carla. M, et al. Louisiana State University Medical Center 2003. 3.Treatment of Servere Keloid Formation in Childhood by Using Occlusive Dressing, Wagner. G Akt Dermatol 2002; 28:359-362.
| AREAS OF APPLICATION Mepiform |
- Old and new, intensely colored and protruding hypertrophic and keloid scars
- Healed wounds, in cases where there is a risk of formation of hypertrophic and keloid scars
| Scars are primarily made up of collagen, a protein that is the most abundant protein in the human body. Some injuries leave scars on the skin that do not protrude above its surface, the color of which fades over time. | ||
| Healed surgical wound | Keloid scar | Hypertrophic and keloid scars are scars formed as a result of wound healing after surgery, trauma, inflammation, vaccinations or burns. As a rule, these are scars that protrude above the surface of the body, are red, have a rope-like shape, have a hard consistency, and are itchy. The difference between hypertrophic and keloid scars is the ability of keloid scars to increase in size over time. |
| Hypertrophic scar | Mepiform on a hypertrophic scar |
| Mepiform SIZES |
Mepiform is packaged sterilely in bags of one bandage at a time
| Art. No. | Size, cm | Size, inch | Qty/in com. cor. | Quantity/in transport box |
| 293100 | 4 x 30 | 1.6 x 10 | 5 | 25 |
| 293200 | 5 x 7.5 | 2 x 3 | 5 | 30 |
| 293400 | 10 x 18 | 4 x 7 | 5 | 25 |
