Indovasin gel 45gr

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The drug Indovasin is a drug for external use with pronounced anti-inflammatory and angioprotective action.

Form of formulation and composition of the preparation

Indovasin is available in the form of a cream and gel for external use in aluminum tubes of 45 g in a cardboard bundle with the attached detailed instructions. The cream has a more dense consistency in contrast to the gel and is prescribed for patients with dry skin.
The main active substance of the drug is indomethacin - 30 mg per 1 g and troxerutin - 20 mg per 1 g. As an auxiliary component, the composition of the drug includes ethanol 96%.

Pharmacological properties of the drug

The drug Indovasin is a complex drug for external use, the main active ingredients of which are indomethacin and troxerutin.
Indomethacin is a substance that exerts a pronounced anti-inflammatory, analgesic and anti-edematous effect. When the preparation is applied to the skin, the patient's pain decreases, the edema subsides, the regeneration processes are accelerated.
Included in the composition of the drug troxerutin refers to bioflavonoids. This substance belongs to the group of angioprotectors, reduces the permeability of the vascular wall, improves the elasticity of the walls of the vessels, has a pronounced venotonic effect. Under the influence of this component, the fragility of the capillaries decreases, the outflow of blood from the lower extremities improves. At the expressed disturbances of blood circulation the trophic of the damaged tissues improves.
When applying the drug on the surface of the skin, the active ingredients penetrate into its deep layers, reaching the blood vessels. The active substances of the drug reduce the local body temperature and improve the overall condition of the lesion.

Indications for use

Gel or cream Indovasin is prescribed to patients for the treatment of the following pathologies:
    Venous insufficiency, varicose veins, accompanied by a feeling of heaviness in the limbs, edema, stagnant phenomena, sensation of opening the calf muscles;
    Inflammation along the vein;
    Thrombophlebitis, complications of thrombophlebitis;
    Inflammation of the periarticular bag, periarthritis;
    Swelling of the soft tissues arising on the background of surgical interventions, sprains, dislocations, bruises, injuries.

Contraindications

Before starting treatment with gel or cream, Indovasine, the patient should carefully read the attached instructions, since the medicine has a number of the following restrictions:
    Open wound surfaces;
    Third trimester of pregnancy;
    Breastfeeding period;
    Age at children till 14 years;
    Individual intolerance of components included in the composition of the product;
    Violations of the blood coagulation system.
The drug Indovasin with particular caution prescribed to patients with bronchial asthma, allergic rhinitis, polyps of the nasal cavity. With caution appoint Indovasin with oral preparations from the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

Dosing and Administration

Indovasin gel or cream are for external use only. The drug is applied to the inflamed damaged foci of the skin in a thin layer and gently rubbed with massaging movements until completely absorbed. Cream or gel applied only to clean dry skin 3-4 times a day.
The duration of the course of therapy with the drug according to the instructions is 10 days. In the absence of the expected therapeutic effect or with the progression of the disease, the patient should consult a physician again.

Use of the drug during pregnancy and lactation

The gel or cream of Indovasin is not prescribed to pregnant women in the first trimester, since during this period all the internal organs of the unborn child are laid, and the active substances of the drug can disrupt this process.
Use of the drug in the second trimester is possible only if the expected benefit for the mother will be much higher than the likely risk to the fetus.
In the third trimester of pregnancy, Indovasin in any of its dosage forms is not assigned to future mothers. Use of the drug at this time may lead to the risk of bleeding and premature birth, since the active substances, although in small amounts, but still absorbed into the common bloodstream.
The use of the drug in the period of breastfeeding is contraindicated, since the active substances of the cream and gel partially penetrate into the breast milk, and then into the baby's body. If you need to use Indovasin, nursing mothers should consider stopping lactation.

Adverse Events

As a rule, Indovasin is well tolerated by patients. In some cases, with individual hypersensitivity, the following side effects may develop:
    Burning and itching at the site of application;
    Allergic reactions - rash, redness, local fever;
    Hives in rare cases.
These symptoms are not dangerous and in most cases do not require the abolition of therapy.

Overdose

The cases of an overdose of the drug Indovasin are not described in medicine, however, to avoid the above-described side effects, it is not recommended to use the gel or cream more than specified in the instructions or apply on the skin more than 4 times a day.
If the medication is accidentally consumed, the patient should immediately induce vomiting or rinse the stomach. If necessary, symptomatic treatment is performed.

Interaction of the drug with other drugs

Cream or gel Indovasin can not be used simultaneously with heparin ointment, as this increases the risk of bleeding.
The drug may enhance the therapeutic effect of the means that cause photosensitivity. With caution, the drug can be used with oral medications from the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, as well as with acetylsalicylic acid.

special instructions

Indovasin gel or cream is not applied to bleeding wounds and open wound surfaces, as this can lead to severe bleeding. To avoid the development of side effects, you should not apply the medicine to the gauze dressing and leave it on the skin for a long time.
After applying the product on the surface of the skin, you should thoroughly wash your hands so that the gel does not get into your eyes. In case of accidental contact with eyes or mucous membranes, the area should be rinsed with plenty of water and consult an ophthalmologist.
The drug has no effect on the central nervous system and does not inhibit the rate of psychomotor reactions.
In persons with hypersensitive skin, a burning sensation and a local increase in body temperature may occur when the preparation is applied. After 10-15 minutes, these phenomena pass and do not require the withdrawal of treatment.
Since there is no information on the safety of the medicine on the body of the child, it is prohibited to use Indovasin to persons under 14 years of age.

Leave and storage conditions

Indovasin is dispensed from pharmacies without a prescription. Gel or cream should be stored in a cool place protected from light and children, 24 months from the date of production, which is indicated on the package. Do not freeze the drug. After the expiration date, the medicine should be discarded.