For the treatment and prevention of varicose veins andthrombophlebitis should be used anticoagulants and antithrombotic agents. Such a drug as "Gepatrombin" (gel), is able to establish metabolic processes in tissues and contributes to blood thinning. Let us consider in more detail in which cases this tool is used, its composition, application features and reviews.
Description of medicament
Varicose veins - a pathology thatThe present time is quite common and even diagnosed in young people. For the treatment of disease requires complex therapy and mandatory prevention. At the initial stages of the disease, the use of drugs in the form of ointments and gels will be quite effective. Such drugs must be recommended to use in the most severe cases of the disease.
One of the best medicines for outdoorapplication is gel "Gepatrombin". Instructions for use refers it to the category of anticoagulants - substances that can thin the blood. Also, the drug is a powerful antithrombolytic. This means that this tool is capable of dissolving the already formed blood clots in the arteries and vessels.
Release of anticoagulant dealspharmaceutical company Hemofarm (Serbia). This is one of the most affordable drugs in this group. The average cost of the drug - 160-170 rubles. You can buy it without a prescription from a doctor in almost any pharmacy.
Form of issue
Two drugs with almostthe same name - "Hepatrombin" and "Hepatrombin G". Gel "Hepatrombin" is transparent, has a light texture and a slight odor. In the form of an ointment, the tool has a white color and a uniform consistency. In such forms, the drug is used to treat pathologies of the veins and vessels of the extremities.
"Hepatrombin G" - a drugproduced by the same manufacturer in the form of rectal suppositories and ointments. Both drugs are able to thin the blood, but are used to treat varicose veins of different localization. In the second case, the drug is used for hemorrhoids.
The gel is available in aluminum tubes of 40 g, and ointment - 20 g each.
Composition
As an active substance in the compositionantithrombolytic used heparin. This component relates to direct anticoagulants and has a depressant effect on the factors responsible for blood clotting. Sodium heparin reduces the rate of chemical reactions that cause blood coagulation and contributes to the establishment of blood circulation processes.
Depending on the dosage of the active substance,there are "Hepatrombin" (gel) 50,000 and 30,000 IU. As auxiliary components, dexpanthenol, allantoin, levomenthol, essential oils, trolamine, carbomer, polysorbate, and isopropanol are present in the composition of the external agent.
The composition of the ointment for external use and rectal suppositories contain sodium heparin, prednisolone acetate and laurel macrogol.
How does the drug work?
The combination of active ingredients in the compositiondrug has a complex effect on the veins and blood vessels. According to the instructions, the gel "Gepatrombin" has anti-inflammatory, anticoagulant, antithrombotic, anti-edematous and venosclerosing properties.
So, sodium heparin effectively inhibitsthe formation of blood clots and improves blood circulation, relieves puffiness and thereby strengthens the walls of blood vessels. Dexpanthenol is necessary for better absorption of heparin and healing of damaged vessels. A substance such as allantoin, has anti-inflammatory effects and accelerates metabolic processes in the cells of blood vessels.
Indication for appointment
Gel "Gepatrombin" is intended forprevention and treatment of varicose veins. This is a rather dangerous disease that requires timely and adequate therapy. At the initial stage, the patient may be bothered only by pain in the legs, swelling of the limbs and a feeling of heaviness in the evening. The presence of stagnation is indicated by the appearance of spider veins and dark spots on the skin of the legs.
The instruction recommends using "Hepatrombin" in the following cases:
- with thrombophlebitis;
- non-infectious soft tissue inflammations;
- venous thrombosis of the lower extremities;
- varicose veins;
- sports injuries;
- treatment of trophic ulcers caused by impaired blood circulation;
- tendovaginite.
The use of funds for hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids are today considered one ofmost common ailments. Its symptoms can be experienced by people at any age. But still at risk are those who lead a sedentary lifestyle. Unfortunately, most patients try to delay the visit to the proctologist, which only aggravates the situation. In advanced cases, the ailment is practically unaffected by conservative methods of therapy.
"Hepatrombin" (gel) for hemorrhoids do not use,because its composition is not intended for use in sensitive areas and can cause burns to the mucous membranes. To cope with this problem will help the ointment and candles "Gepatrombin G". The drug will be effective in any kind of hemorrhoids, with acute thrombosis at the site of inflammation of the nodes, with burning and eczema in the anus, with anal fissures.
Heparin in the composition of hemorrhoidsHepatrombin G is able to improve blood circulation and regulate blood circulation processes. The component eliminates stagnation and swelling. Prednisolone, which is in the composition of the ointment and suppositories, belongs to glucocorticoid hormones and has anti-inflammatory, antipruritic and anti-edema properties. A moderate analgesic effect is inherent in laurel macrogol. Also, this component has a sclerosing effect, that is, reduces veins in size.
How to use it correctly?
The use of gel "Gepatrombin" is possible only bythe appointment of a phlebologist. Apply the tool can only be on affected areas of the skin. At the same time it is necessary to squeeze out a strip of gel with a length of no more than 5 cm from the tube. The drug is evenly distributed over the inflamed area and left for 7-10 minutes until the medicine is completely absorbed. The procedure is repeated 2-3 times a day.
In the process of treatment of thrombophlebitis gel is applied toskin and not rubbed. From above it is recommended to impose a sterile cloth, bandaged and left in this form overnight. On trophic ulcers, the drug is applied in a circle and bandaged. This bandage must be changed every 6 hours.
Hemorrhoids ointment is recommended to be applied to the anus area up to four times a day during the exacerbation of the disease. If necessary, the introduction of funds in the rectum on a tube wearing a special tip.
Contraindications
Heparin-Based DrugIt is prohibited to use in patients with a history of hemophilia or other pathologies associated with impaired blood clotting processes. Contraindications include infectious processes on the skin. The gel is not applied to wounds, scratches and cuts.
“Hepatrombin” (gel and ointment) is not prescribed if the patient is intolerant of any of the components in the preparation. Ointment for the treatment of hemorrhoids is not applied in the following cases:
- with infections of the epidermis of bacterial, fungal or viral genesis;
- malignant, benign neoplasms;
- increased risk of bleeding;
- tuberculosis, syphilis;
- hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.
It is forbidden to use Gepatrombin ointment and suppositories for the treatment of hemorrhoids in women during the first trimester period.
Adverse Events
Anticoagulant is rarely capable ofprovoke an allergic reaction. This mainly occurs if the patient has a hypersensitivity to any component of the composition of the medication. On the treated area of the skin may appear rash and redness. Urticaria occurs when substances are absorbed into the systemic circulation. At occurrence of any negative reaction, it is necessary to refuse the further use of the means “Gepatrombin” and consult a specialist.
Is the drug effective?
Reviews of the gel "Gepatrombin" say thatThis is a fairly effective tool that successfully fights the symptoms of varicose dilatation, thrombosis, inflammation of the epidermis and thrombophlebitis. The drug quickly relieves pain in the lower extremities, eliminates swelling and inflammation. Quite often, this drug is used for the prevention of pathologies of veins and blood vessels.
"Hepatrombin G" many doctors recommendapply during the treatment of inflamed hemorrhoids. This drug has established itself as a powerful anticoagulant with a pronounced therapeutic effect. In rare cases, there are negative reviews of the antihemorrhoidal drug. Most often they are associated with a lack of clinical effect after using the product.
"Hepatrombin" (gel): analogues
The use of local drugs in the treatmentvaricose veins is the most important stage of therapy. In pharmacies, you can find a huge number of drugs, the action of which is aimed at reducing inflammation and swelling.
Such a drug as "Hepatrombin" refers tocategories of anticoagulants and effectively eliminates the symptoms of varicose veins due to blood thinning, strengthening the walls of blood vessels and arresting the inflammatory process. The following drugs (gels) belong to the analogues of the medication:
- "Venolife".
- Heparin.
- "Dolobene."
- "Troxevasin."
- Trombless.
- "Lioton".
- Troxerutin.
Gel "Hepatrombin" or "Lioton"?
The drug "Lioton" contains the sameactive ingredient (sodium heparin), as the means "Gepatrombin". The analogue is produced in the form of a gel by the German pharmaceutical company Berlin-Chemie. The average cost of the drug - 320-340 rubles.
Gel "Lioton" has a pronouncedantithrombotic effect and suppresses the processes of inflammation. The remedy is often prescribed by phlebologists as a prophylaxis for venous insufficiency. Like Gepatrombin, Lioton can only be used as directed by a specialist.
Оба лекарственных средства неоднократно proved their effectiveness in the treatment of varicose veins and are actively used in medical practice. However, many patients still opt for drugs of Serbian production due to its lower cost.
