Gel heparin gel 1000 IU/g tube 50 g

Heparin gel is indicated for the treatment of superficial vein diseases such as varicose veins and related complications, phlebothrombosis, thrombophlebitis, superficial periphlebitis. Postoperative varicose phlebitis, complications after surgical removal of the saphenous vein of the leg. Injuries and bruises, infiltrates and localized edema, subcutaneous hematomas. Injuries and sprains of muscle-tendon and capsulo-ligamentous structures.

Composition

Active ingredient: 1 g of the drug contains 1000 IU of heparin sodium.

Excipients: ethanol 96%, carbomer, trometamol, methylparaben (E 218), peppermint oil, purified water.

Contraindication

Method of application

Adults should apply the drug 1–3 times a day. Apply a strip of gel 3–10 cm in size to the affected area of the skin and rub in gently. The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor individually, taking into account the severity of the disease.

Features

Pregnant women

There are no data on the use of the drug during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Children

Given the limited experience of use, the drug should not be prescribed to children.

Drivers

No effect.

Overdose

Overdose phenomena of the drug have not been described so far. Due to insignificant systemic absorption, there is no danger of overdose of the drug with topical application. Accidental oral administration of the gel (for example, by a child) may cause nausea or vomiting. In this case, it is necessary to rinse the stomach and, if necessary, prescribe symptomatic therapy. The effect of heparin can be neutralized with protamine sulfate.

Side effects

In some cases, hypersensitivity reactions may occur, such as redness, itching and swelling of the skin, burning sensation, skin rashes, urticaria, angioedema, hemorrhages, sometimes the appearance of small pustules, vesicles or blisters, which quickly disappear after discontinuation of the drug. Systemic adverse reactions are possible when applied to large areas of the skin.

Interaction

Heparin may prolong prothrombin time in patients receiving oral anticoagulants. It should not be used with topical medications, such as those containing tetracycline, hydrocortisone, salicylic acid, or anticoagulants.

Storage conditions

Store in the original packaging at a temperature not exceeding 25°C.

Keep out of reach of children.

Shelf life: 2 years.