Heparin Ratiopharm Sport Gel, 100 g

Heparin ratiopharm sports gel - for sports and accident injuries

Heparin-ratiopharm Sport-Gel is a medicine that is used to support the treatment of acute swelling following blunt injuries such as bruises and bruises.It can also be used for superficial phlebitis if it cannot be treated with compression.No prescription is required for this product.

Active ingredients and ingredients

The active ingredient in Heparin-ratiopharm Sport-Gel is heparin sodium, which is obtained from pig intestinal mucosa.The other ingredients include carbomer 980, macrogol glycerol ricinoleate 36, propan-2-ol, rosemary oil, mountain pine oil, purified water and trometamol.Rosemary oil contains citral, citronellol, coumarin, eugenol, geraniol, D-limonene and linalool.Mountain pine oil contains D-limonene.

Area of application

The gel is used to reduce swelling.It supports the treatment of acute swelling following blunt injuries as well as superficial phlebitis if this cannot be treated with compression.

Contraindications

The gel must not be used if you are allergic to heparin or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.It is also not applicable if you have an acute or a history of allergic fall in the number of blood platelets (thrombocytopenia type II) caused by heparin.

Dosage and application

The gel should be applied thinly and evenly to the affected area 2 to 3 times a day.Unless otherwise prescribed, the application may not last longer than 10 days.When used as directed, there are no known symptoms of overdose.

Patient information

Please talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using this gel.The gel must not be applied to mucous membranes, open or inflamed areas of skin or come into contact with the eyes as it may cause a burning sensation.If new symptoms appear that may indicate thrombosis or pulmonary embolism, the presence of heparin-induced thrombocytopenia type II must be ruled out and the blood platelet count must be checked immediately.

There are no known effects on the ability to drive or use machines.

Pregnancy

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.Previous experience with use in pregnant and breastfeeding women has shown no evidence of harmful effects.Heparin does not cross the placenta and does not pass into breast milk.

Notes

Please do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the pack or outer packaging.The expiry date refers to the last day of the specified month.

One of the first treatment measures for superficial phlebitis of the lower limbs is pressure treatment.Because of the alcohol content, the gel should not be applied to mucous membranes, open or inflamed areas of skin, or come into contact with the eyes, as a burning sensation may occur.