Many products are available for the treatment of skin diseases. One of the most effective is Heparin Ointment. This drug has a wide range of uses and few side effects. The rules for its use are described in the article.
Form and composition
The drug is produced in aluminum tubes of 10 or 25 grams, in cardboard packaging. The agent is presented in the form of a thick, homogeneous white substance, which has no pronounced odor and impurities.
Ointment consists of:
- heparin;
- benzocaine;
- benzyl nicotinate.
Additional components include paracin and glycerin. The ointment also contains stearic acid, sunflower oil, purified water.
Action
According to the instructions for use, "Heparin ointment" protects against the appearance of blood clots, has an anti-inflammatory and local anesthetic effect. Heparin helps to reduce the inflammatory process and has an antithrombotic effect.
With the help of benzyl nicotinate, superficial vessels expand, whichimproves the absorption of heparin. Benzocaine has analgesic properties. Judging by the reviews, although the remedy is effective, it is still advisable to consult a specialist before using it.
When used?
Due to its properties, the use of "Heparin Ointment" is allowed when:
- infiltrates and edema;
- lymphangitis;
- subcutaneous hematomas;
- inflammation of the vein;
- prolapsed hemorrhoids;
- superficial mastitis in women;
- soft tissue bruises.
For what purposes is "Heparin ointment" still used? The medicine helps in the treatment of hemorrhoids, superficial thrombophlebitis, periphlebitis, mastitis, elephantiasis, phlebitis. Moreover, the drug is effective both for general therapy and for prevention. There are many positive reviews about taking a remedy to eliminate edema, bruises, and injuries. The ointment is used for bruises, because under its influence subcutaneous hematomas dissolve.
Use for kids
When treating children, "Heparin ointment" is allowed, but only after consultation with a specialist. The drug should be used carefully, a single rate for a large damaged area is 3 cm of ointment from a tube. This is the maximum amount. The duration of the course should be agreed with the doctor, but usually the treatment takes no more than 14 days. It takes 3-5 days to get rid of bruises.
Rules of application
According to the instructions for use, "Heparin ointment" is used externally. The agent should be applied in a thin layer to the affected area (0.5-1 g per area with a diameter of 3-5cm). The drug is rubbed into the skin. It is used 2-3 times a day until inflammation is eliminated, usually 3-7 days are enough. You can extend the course only with the permission of the doctor.
With thrombosis of external hemorrhoids, a calico pad is treated with the agent, which must be applied to the thrombosed nodes and fixed. The ointment should be used every day until symptoms are relieved, but it usually takes 7-14 days. Soaked tampons are also used for this, which are inserted into the anus.
Precautions
Only a doctor can prescribe an ointment during pregnancy and lactation. In this case, the application should be short-term. The drug is not used in the last trimester, because the active substances lead to severe bleeding during childbirth.
The use of the product does not adversely affect the ability to manage transport, as well as the performance of activities that require a high concentration of attention. The ointment is not used on open wounds, blisters, mucous membranes.
Use the product only externally. When ingested, the active components of the drug lead to nausea and vomiting. In this case, it is necessary to wash the stomach and eliminate the symptoms of poisoning.
From wrinkles
Applied "Heparin ointment" and from wrinkles. Reviews indicate that with its help it will be possible to get rid of age-related skin changes. The tool enhances cell regeneration, has a rejuvenating effect.
The drug is able to eliminate smallwrinkles, disguise swelling under the eyes. To improve the condition of the face, the product is applied directly to the skin. The use of "Heparin ointment" from wrinkles passes for 7-10 days. Apply the product with patting movements. For prevention, the drug is used 2 times a day. These limits should not be exceeded. According to reviews, "Heparin ointment" from wrinkles shows excellent results.
From bruises
How to eliminate a large hematoma, which still gives a feeling of discomfort and pain? Doctors advise the use of drugs with the substance Heparin sodium in the treatment. The ointment stimulates the metabolism in a painful place, relieves bruising, eliminates pain.
With the help of this drug, blood clots are resolved, blood is thinned, subcutaneous hematoma is eliminated. The treatment is carried out for 5-20 days, the agent is rubbed into the bruise 3 times a day.
Acne
What helps "Heparin ointment"? Surprisingly, it can treat acne. It is advisable to use the drug at the initial stage of inflammation. The ointment has an analgesic effect, eliminates swelling.
The remedy is rubbed into problem areas until the inflammation is eliminated. The ointment is also used when acne has already appeared, in which case the drug accelerates resorption. Before applying the ointment, the face is thoroughly washed, treated with an antiseptic.
From varicose veins
The drug is effective in the treatment of varicose veins, thrombophlebitis of superficial veins. Thanks to the mainsubstance, blood vessels become elastic, strong, he althy, which dissolves blood clots. This eliminates the stars, protruding veins, discomfort.
Ointment can be used at the initial stage of the disease, after surgery. Procedures should be carried out if there are no open wounds or bleeding on the legs. The course of treatment is influenced by the form of the disease, as well as the individual characteristics of the patient.
From edema
As evidenced by the reviews, the ointment can be used in the treatment of edema. With its help, blood circulation is restored. The drug has an antithrombotic, decongestant effect on problem areas.
If the problem arose due to a blow or a fall, the remedy should be used in a day. To get rid of swelling, the skin is treated with medicine for 1-2 weeks.
For bruises
After falls, bumps and other mechanical factors, bruises appear, in which pain and bruising appear. In these cases, it is necessary to consult a doctor to make a diagnosis and choose a medicine. First aid will be provided by "Heparin ointment". The drug has a resolving effect, pain and inflammation are quickly eliminated with it, and the human condition is normalized.
Under the eyes
Applied "Heparin ointment" and under the eyes, mainly to eliminate swelling. Women using this method believe that the look is set more open. "Heparin ointment" under the eyes must be applied in a thin layer, like a standard cream. It is useful to perform lotions by soaking a cotton pad with the product. Effectnoticeable after an hour: the skin is smoothed, dark circles are eliminated, swelling disappears.
After injections
After an injection into muscle tissue, unpleasant lumps may appear at the injection sites. If they have not disappeared a few days after the procedure, you need to use medication.
If you apply the ointment after injections, then pain disappears, inflammation is eliminated, bumps dissolve. Seals disappear after 3-10 days if rubbed daily.
For rosacea
The use of this remedy for rosacea on the face is very ambiguous: not all doctors approve of its use for these purposes. And manufacturers do not indicate whether the ointment is effective in eliminating the vascular network. But still, the medicine is sometimes used to eliminate this problem: 2-3 times a day it is applied to the skin.
In gynecology
Specialists often use the drug in the treatment of gynecological ailments. It is prescribed for endometriosis, genital herpes. The ointment is applied by soaking a tampon and inserting it into the vagina. If necessary, the drug is prescribed to pregnant women, for example, with hemorrhoids.
When not to use?
Apply "Heparin ointment" from bruises only locally, it is applied only to intact skin areas. Do not apply the drug to open, purulent, bleeding wounds, necrotic ulcers. According to reviews, this can only make things worse.
Because the drug suppressesclot formation, it should not be used for:
- heparin-induced thrombocytopenia type 2;
- high sensitivity to composition;
- low platelets in the blood;
- skin lesions;
- thrombocytopenia;
- blood clotting disorder and high bleeding;
- hypocoagulation.
If you have these problems, you need to see a doctor. Instead of "Heparin ointment" another drug of suitable properties will be prescribed.
Side effects
When using the ointment, side effects are likely, which manifest themselves in the form of allergies and skin hyperemia. But, as evidenced by the reviews, the drug is easily tolerated by most patients. However, in each case, it provides a positive effect.
Allergy
Although the drug has few contraindications, there is still a risk of negative consequences. Depending on the characteristics of the body, an allergy is likely to appear in the form of:
- severe reddening of the skin;
- itching and hives.
Experts advise treating the bend of the elbow before using the ointment. If no adverse reactions occur within 2 hours, then the drug is suitable. And if even minor allergy symptoms appear, the medicine should not be used, otherwise it may cause complications.
Use by pregnant and lactating women
As indicated in the full instructions, "Heparin ointment" during pregnancy is used only in difficult cases - with blockage andinflammation of the veins. It also treats external hemorrhoids, injuries that manifest themselves in the form of hematomas, even after droppers and infusions.
According to doctors' reviews, it is necessary to check the reaction to the drug before using Heparin Ointment. For this, the forearm area is treated with the tool, and then it is necessary to observe the reaction. If redness or swelling develops, other medications should be considered.
Special Instructions
It should be borne in mind that the use of "Heparin ointment" with other drugs may be incompatible. If you additionally use non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, then the risk of bleeding and other disorders of blood coagulation increases.
Interaction
Strengthen the anticoagulant property of heparin will allow the simultaneous use of the drug with antiplatelet agents, anticoagulants and NSAIDs. The use of "Thyrotoxin", alkaloid ergot, antihistamines, "Tetracycline", nicotine reduces the effect of heparin.
Analogues
According to reviews, "Heparin ointment" although effective, but other means can be used. Instead, it is allowed to use:
- Contractubex.
- Venolife.
- Venabosa.
- Hepatrombin.
- Trombless Plus.
Each medication has an instruction to follow when treating. But in order to prevent harm, it is still better to consult a specialist.
Sale and storage
Ointment is available without a prescription. The medicine must be stored in a place that is not accessible to children. It is important that the sun's rays do not fall on it. The temperature should be no more than 25 degrees. The shelf life is 2 years, after which it is required to dispose of the product. The average cost of the drug in Moscow is 55-76 rubles. Price may vary by region.
Thus, "Heparin ointment" is used in the treatment of many ailments. In this case, it will not be superfluous to consult with a specialist. Only a doctor, based on the patient's he alth condition, can determine whether he should use such a remedy or not.
