HIRUDOID® Gel, 100 g

HIRUDOID® Gel - Strong for venous problems

Good help for superficial phlebitis

Swollen veins, which lead to varicose veins, are uncomfortable for many people.Although they can form on any veins in the body, they occur in the legs 90 percent of the time.Venous diseases are among the most common diseases in Germany.Women are affected two to four times more often than men.However, only around twelve percent of those affected require medical treatment because the varicose veins are not severe in most people.

Sufficient exercise, avoiding extreme heat such as saunas or sunbathing, and alternating showers that promote blood circulation are effective measures to prevent and relieve venous diseases.The rule “It’s better to lie or walk than sit or stand” also helps reduce risk. HIRUDOID® Gel supports the healing of superficial venous diseases.

No prescription is required for this product.

Effect and application

HIRUDOID® Gel contains deeply penetrating chondroitin polysulfate, which inhibits inflammation directly at the site of inflammation.It reduces swelling and promotes tissue regeneration.The gel can be used as a cooling agent or as an ointment for ointment dressings.

Active ingredients / ingredients / ingredients

Active ingredient per 1 g gel: 3 mg chondroitin polysulfate, equivalent to 250 APTT-units of chondroitin polysulfate.Other Ingredients: Isopropyl alcohol, sodium hydroxide, polyacrylic acid, propylene glycol and purified water.

Contraindications

The medicine must not be used if you are hypersensitive to chondroitin polysulfate or any of the other ingredients.Do not use the medicine on open wounds or broken skin.

Dosage

Apply HIRUDOID® Gel to the affected area 2 to 3 times daily, or more often if necessary.A gel strand of 3 to 5 cm is usually sufficient.The primary treatment measure for superficial phlebitis of the lower extremities is external pressure (compression treatment).

Type of application

Apply HIRUDOID® Gel evenly to the affected area and spread it lightly.Use the gel only on uninjured skin and avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes and with open wounds or broken skin.Do not cover the area treated with HIRUDOID® Gel with a bandage.The gel is also suitable for physical treatment processes such as iontophoresis and phonophoresis.During iontophoresis, the gel is applied under the cathode.

Patient information

No special precautions are required that affect the ability to drive or use machines.

Pregnancy

Previous experience with the local use of chondroitin polysulfate on the skin of pregnant and breastfeeding women has shown no evidence of harmful effects on the unborn child or infant.

Notes

Contains propylene glycol.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.