Heparin ointment, instructions for use contain this information, is a drug aimed at preventing the formation of blood clots. The medicine is applied externally.
The agent in question has a combined composition. The components contained in it determine its therapeutic effect.
Heparin ointment, instructions for use informs, is a direct-acting anticoagulant.
Heparin sodium is an active active component of the drug. Gradually released from the ointment, it effectively fights the inflammatory process. Thanks to this substance, already formed blood clots dissolve and new blood clots do not occur.
In addition to the above, heparin ointment (instructions for use contains this information) can block the synthesis of thrombin and reduce the aggregation capacity of platelets. It also contributes to the activation of fibrinolytic properties of blood and inhibition of the activity of hyaluronidase.
The composition of the drug also includes benzocaine. It is a local anesthetic and reduces pain. After applying the medication to the skin, a local analgesic effect occurs.
The pharmaceutical agent under consideration is indicated for use in case of external hemorrhoids, post-infusion and post-injection phlebitis, inflammation of postpartum hemorrhoidal nodules, trophic ulcers of the leg, lymphangitis and superficial mastitis, localized infiltrates and edema, injuries and bruises (when muscle tissue, joints, joints are damaged, hematoma. In addition, heparin ointment for varicose veins is also prescribed to alleviate the condition of the patient and get rid of this disease.
Recommendations for dosing the drug
A small amount of ointment should be evenly applied to the affected area (approximately half to one gram is used per area with a diameter of three to five centimeters). It is carefully rubbed into the skin several times a day, until the manifestations of the inflammatory process completely disappear.
The course of treatment is from three to seven days. If necessary, therapeutic procedures can be extended, but this is necessarily consistent with the attending physician.
In case of thrombosis of hemorrhoidal nodes of external localization, tampons are used (rectally). You can also apply compresses. To do this, ointment is impregnated with linen or calico fabric, which is then applied to problem areas and fixed. Procedures are recommended to be carried out daily, up to elimination of manifestations of the disease. The course of treatment is from three to fourteen days.
Side effects can be expressed in redness and itching of the skin, as well as in the form of allergic reactions.
Heparin ointment, instructions for use especially notes that it is contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity to the components that make up the drug, ulcerative necrotic processes and violation of the integrity of the integument.
With caution, the drug is used for increased bleeding and thrombocytopenia.
The specified medication is not prescribed at the same time as taking tetracyclines and antihistamines.
Heparin ointment for lactation is not contraindicated, but it should be used on the recommendation of a specialist.
The drug is not applied to open wounds, nor is it used when a purulent process occurs. Ointment is not recommended for the treatment of patients suffering from deep venous thrombosis.
The shelf life of the drug is three years from the date indicated on the package. After this period, the medication should not be used.
The air temperature at the place of storage of this drug should not exceed twenty-five degrees Celsius.