Varicose veins are a common disease in the modern world. Improper diet and abnormal physical activity are the main causes of this pathology. The most important thing is to notice her in time and begin to heal. Fortunately, the ointment from varicose veins today is not difficult to purchase at a pharmacy without a prescription. It can be cooked at home.
What are the remedies for varicose veins?
If you suspect the development of varicose veins, it is advisable (and in some cases just necessary) to consult a doctor. Only a properly selected drug will help to quickly and accurately cure the disease. Today on sale you can find not only an ointment against varicose veins, but also a variety of gels and lotions, as well as tablets and capsules for oral administration. All anti-varicose veins agents are divided into three groups. These are venotonic drugs - drugs that stimulate blood circulation, as well as strengthening the walls of veins, blood thinners (they prevent blood clots) and anti-inflammatory drugs. The most difficult thing is to choose drugs for use after surgery, for some chronic diseases, as well as during pregnancy or lactation.
Varicose veins: treatment. Ointments for folk recipes
Many effective remedies for the treatment of varicose veins are offered by traditional medicine. Many recipes can be prepared at home using available herbs and food. But do not forget that, despite its external harmlessness, many compounds of this type have a serious effect on the human body, and therefore, before using them, you should consult your doctor. A good ointment for varicose veins is obtained from a decoction of herbs and a greasy base. It is necessary to mix in equal parts celandine, plantain, coltsfoot, a string, clover, mullein and alder cones. Three tablespoons of the finished mixture pour boiling water (half a cup) and cook for five minutes. Then add 75 grams of butter and badger or pork fat to the broth. Mix everything, store the finished product in the refrigerator. Apply a thick layer on the skin, wrap with a bandage and polyethylene on top of the leg.
What remedies for varicose veins are pharmaceutical companies offering?
In a modern pharmacy, even the most educated buyer is lost among a variety of drugs. How to choose a good ointment for varicose veins? Many products of this type boast the presence of natural components in the composition. For example, Antistax ointment is a venotonic based on extracts of grape leaves. Or "Venitan" - an ointment with horse chestnut extract . Most blood thinning gels and ointments contain heparin. Among these are the advertised Venolife, Lyoton Gel, and Thrombophobia. And yet you should not believe solely in advertising and the recommendations of friends, choosing an ointment for varicose veins. It is difficult to independently assess the depth of the problem. For this reason, it makes sense to undergo an examination and go to the pharmacy for medicines only after visiting a specialist.