Geparoid (Heparoid) Ointment 30gr

Heparoid instruction for use

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Clinical and pharmacological group

The drug with anti-inflammatory and antithrombotic effect for external use

Form of release, composition and packaging

Ointment for external use, emulsion, oil-in-water, white or almost white.
30 grams
heparinoid * 0.06 g
* with an activity of 100 IU / 1 mg
Auxiliary substances: paraffin solid - 1.05 g, paraffin liquid - 2.85 g, cetyl stearyl alcohol (cetyl alcohol - 60%, stearyl alcohol - 40%) - 0.9 g, stearic acid - 0.6 g, beeswax white - 0.3 grams, fatty ethoxylated alcohols (C12-C14) 0.42 g, distilled distilled monoglycerides 0.4 grams, propylene glycol 1.5 grams, trolamine 0.045 grams, methyl parahydroxybenzoate 0.06 grams, propyl parahydroxybenzoate 0.015 grams , purified water - 21.66 g.
30 g - aluminum tubes (1) - cardboard packs.

pharmachologic effect

The drug Geparoid Zentiva is an anti-inflammatory, antithrombotic agent for external use. The drug has anti-inflammatory, antiexudative action, anticoagulant activity. Reduces the increased coagulability of blood in the area of ​​inflammation or injury in trauma, prevents the formation of blood clots; accelerates resorption with hematomas, reduces the formation of edema and has an anti-inflammatory effect, as a result of which the feeling of tension and pain in the place of inflammation or injury decreases.

Indications

- phlebitis and thrombophlebitis of superficial veins of various etiology and localization (including varicose veins of the lower extremities and chronic venous insufficiency, complicated by phlebitis, thrombophlebitis, periphlebitis, trophic skin disorders); Periflebit with trophic ulcer of lower leg;
- hemorrhoids (excluding exacerbation, accompanied by bleeding);
- treatment of local complications after phlebosclerosing therapy, softening of scar tissue with hypertrophic scars;
- bruises of soft tissues, posttraumatic swelling, hematomas, tendovaginitis, stretching of tendons and ligaments;
The drug is intended for use in adults and children, starting with infancy.

Contraindications

- hemorrhagic diathesis, various forms of purpura, thrombocytopenia, hemophilia, other pathological conditions with a tendency to increased bleeding;
- hypersensitivity to heparinoids, parabens, propylene glycol, other components of the drug.

Dosage

Ointment Heparoid Zentiva is applied to a thickness of up to 1 mm on the affected area and around it 2-3 times / day with an interval of 4-5 hours and gently rub until completely absorbed.
With extensive bruises on the ointment treated with ointment, you can put an impenetrable bandage, best at night. For diseases of the veins, a pressure bandage with Geparoid Zentiva ointment can be applied. If there is trophic ulcer of the leg, the ointment should be rubbed around it.
The duration of the course of treatment with the drug Geparoid Zentiva is determined by the doctor individually and is, as a rule, 1 - 2 weeks. Without the appointment of a doctor, it is not recommended to use the drug for more than 2 weeks.
Usually, the use of Geparoid Zentiva with venous diseases is part of the complex treatment, so it is necessary to carefully follow the doctor's prescriptions (simultaneous intake of other medicines, the application of a pressure bandage or the use of an elastic stocking).
If, in the case of treatment of soft tissue injuries, Geparoid Zentiva does not show any positive dynamics for three days or if there are signs of side effects, the drug should be discontinued and consult a doctor.

Side effects

Usually the drug Geparoid Zentiva is well tolerated.
In rare cases, there may be a temporary appearance of signs of local irritation of the skin in the form of redness, rashes or itching of the skin.
In very rare cases, due to the use at large sites and in large doses, hemorrhagic complications are possible due to resorptive action.
If symptoms appear, the drug should be discontinued and consult a doctor to decide whether to continue treatment with Geparoid Zentiva. Patients should inform their physician about all incidental (unusual) effects, including those not listed in this manual.

Overdose

Cases of drug overdose are not described.
If you accidentally take the drug as a child, you may experience nausea and vomiting, in this situation, you need to clean the baby's stomach and consult a doctor.

Drug Interactions

Without consulting a doctor, simultaneous use of the drug Geparoid Zentiva with other drugs is not recommended.
Zentiva heparoid can not be used concomitantly with topical drugs containing tetracycline, hydrocortisone, salicylic acid.
It is necessary to observe increased caution with the simultaneous appointment of anticoagulants, in view of the possible enhancement of the anticoagulant action.

special instructions

The drug should not be applied to the open wound surface, the damaged surface of the skin, mucous membranes, avoid getting the ointment in the eyes.
Impact on the ability to drive vehicles and manage mechanisms
The use of the drug has no effect on activities requiring increased attention, coordination of movements, high speed of mental and physical reactions, for example: for drivers of transport, persons serving cars, while working at height, etc.

Pregnancy and lactemia

During pregnancy and when breastfeeding the drug is not recommended to be used for a long time or on large areas of the skin, the use of the drug is possible only in justified cases, as prescribed by the doctor.
The drug is not recommended in the last trimester of pregnancy because of the possible risk of bleeding during childbirth.

Application in childhood

The drug is intended for use in children, starting with infancy.

Conditions of leave from pharmacies

The drug is approved for use as a means of OTC.

Terms and conditions of storage

Store the drug in a dry place at a temperature of 10-25 ° C. The drug should be stored in a place inaccessible to children.
The drug should not be used after the expiry date indicated on the package.