THROMBOCID Gel, 100g

Instructions for use for the article Thrombocid Gel

Thrombocid Gel is a venous agent that is used to support the treatment of inflammation of the veins (thrombophlebitis).The active ingredient in this preparation is pentosan polysulfate sodium.No prescription is required for this product.

What is Thrombocid Gel and what is it used for?

Thrombocid Gel is used to support the treatment of inflammation of the veins (thrombophlebitis).It is a venous agent that is applied locally to the affected area of skin.The active ingredient pentosan polysulfate sodium has an anti-inflammatory effect and can help relieve the symptoms of phlebitis.

What do you need to consider before using Thrombocid Gel?

Thrombocid Gel must not be used if you are hypersensitive (allergic) to pentosan polysulfate sodium or any of the other ingredients in the gel.The gel should also not be applied to open wounds or mucous membranes.

Particular caution is required when using Thrombocid Gel in children under 16 years of age, as there is currently insufficient experience to make a general recommendation for this age group.If you are old, especially if you are taking other medications that may affect blood clotting, you should ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medication.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or using any other medicines, even if they are non-prescription medicines.To date, there are no known interactions with other medications.

Do not use Thrombocid Gel during pregnancy or breastfeeding as there is no experience with humans and it is not known whether pentosan polysulfate sodium passes into breast milk.

How to use Thrombocid Gel?

Apply Thrombocid Gel thinly to the affected area and its surroundings several times a day.Rubbing is not necessary.The duration of use can be longer term, but should be determined in consultation with your doctor.

If you have used more Thrombocid Gel than you should, it is advisable to ask your doctor for advice.However, no overdose symptoms have been reported so far.

If you forget to use Thrombocid Gel, please continue with the treatment plan as usual.A single interruption of treatment has no harmful effects.Do not use double the amount of gel if you have forgotten the previous application.

Do not stop using Thrombocid Gel without consulting your doctor, otherwise you will endanger the success of your treatment.

What side effects are possible?

Like all medicines, Thrombocid Gel can have side effects, although not everyone gets them.Theoretically, in individual cases, hypersensitivity reactions to ingredients can occur, such as vesicular rashes and dry skin.In such a case, the medication should no longer be used.However, such hypersensitivity reactions or other side effects have not yet been observed with Thrombocid Gel.

If you notice any undesirable effects, please inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately so that he or she can determine the severity and, if necessary, decide on the necessary measures or advise you.

How to store Thrombocid Gel?

Keep medicines out of the reach of children.You may no longer use the medicine after the expiry date stated on the carton and tube after “Use by”.The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.Thrombocid Gel lasts for 6 months after opening the tube.

This medicine does not require any special storage conditions.

More information

The active ingredient in Thrombocid Gel is pentosan polysulfate sodium.100 g of Thrombocid Gel contains 1.5 g of pentosan polysulfate sodium.The other ingredients are purified water, 2-propanol, trolamine, carbomer, rosemary oil, mountain pine oil and lemon balm oil.

Thrombocid Gel is a colorless, clear gel.