For the treatment of skin diseases, many drugs are available. One of the most effective is Heparin Ointment. This drug has widespread use, few side effects. The rules for its use are described in the article.
Release form and composition
The drug is produced in aluminum tubes of 10 or 25 grams, in cardboard packages. The product is presented in the form of a thick, uniform white substance that does not have a pronounced smell 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.
Act
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, the surface vessels dilate, which improves the absorption of heparin. Benzocaine has an analgesic property. Judging by the reviews, although the tool is effective, it is still advisable to consult a specialist before using it.
When is it used?
Due to its properties, the use of Heparin Ointment is allowed for:
- infiltrates and edema;
- lymphangitis;
- subcutaneous hematomas;
- inflammation of the vein;
- prolapse of 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 medication is effective both for general therapy and for prevention. There are many positive reviews about taking the remedy to eliminate swelling, bruises, injuries. The ointment is used for bruising, as subcutaneous hematomas resolve under its influence.
Application for children
When treating children, Heparin Ointment is allowed, but only after consulting a specialist. Use the drug carefully, a one-time rate for a large damaged area is 3 cm of ointment from a tube. This is the maximum serving. 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.
Application rules
According to the instructions for use, "Heparin ointment" is used externally. The tool must be applied with a thin layer to the lesion site (0.5-1 g per area with a diameter of 3-5 cm). The drug is rubbed into the skin. It is used 2-3 times a day until the inflammation is eliminated, usually 3-7 days are enough. You can extend the course only with the permission of the doctor.
With thrombosis of the external hemorrhoidal nodes, the agent processes a coarse calico pad, which must be applied to the thrombosed nodes and fixed. The ointment should be used every day until the symptoms are resolved, but it usually takes 7-14 days. Also, impregnated tampons are used for this, which are introduced into the anus.
Precautionary measures
Only a doctor can prescribe ointment during pregnancy and lactation. In this case, the application should be short-term. The drug is not used in the last trimester, since the active substances lead to severe bleeding during childbirth.
Using the tool does not adversely affect the ability to drive vehicles, as well as performing activities that require a high concentration of attention. Ointment is not used on open wounds, blisters, mucous membranes.
Use the product only externally. Upon penetration, the active components of the drug lead to nausea and vomiting. In this case, gastric lavage and elimination of the symptoms of poisoning are necessary.
Wrinkle
“Heparin ointment” is also used for wrinkles. Reviews indicate that with its help it will be possible to get rid of age-related skin changes. The tool enhances cell recovery, has a rejuvenating property.
The drug is able to eliminate small wrinkles, mask 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 takes place for 7-10 days. Apply the product with patting movements. For prevention, the drug is used 2 times a day. Exceed these standards should not. According to reviews, “Heparin Ointment” for wrinkles shows excellent results.
From bruises
How to eliminate a large hematoma, which still gives a feeling of discomfort and pain? Doctors advise using drugs with the substance Heparin sodium in treatment. Ointment stimulates metabolism in a painful place, eliminates bruising, eliminates pain.
With the help of this drug, resorption of blood clots occurs, blood is diluted, subcutaneous hematoma is eliminated. Treatment is carried out within 5-20 days, the product is rubbed into the bruise 3 times a day.
For acne
What helps “Heparin ointment”? Surprisingly, she can be treated with acne. It is advisable to use the drug at the initial stage of inflammation. The ointment has an analgesic effect, eliminates swelling.
The tool is rubbed into problem areas until the inflammation is eliminated. Ointment is also used when acne has already appeared, in this 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 basic substance, blood vessels become elastic, strong, healthy, which dissolves blood clots. This allows you to eliminate 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 affected by the form of the disease, as well as the individual characteristics of the patient.
From edema
According to reviews, ointment can be used in the treatment of edema. With its help, blood circulation is restored. The drug has an antithrombotic, decongestant effect in 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 edema, the skin is treated with a medicine for 1-2 weeks.
With bruises
After falls, bumps and other mechanical factors, bruises appear, in which pain and bruises appear. In these cases, you need to see 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, inflammation are quickly eliminated with it, and the person’s condition normalizes.
Under the eyes
"Heparin ointment" is applied under the eyes, mainly to eliminate edema. Women using this method believe that the view is more open. "Heparin ointment" under the eyes must be applied with a thin layer, like a standard cream. It is useful to perform lotions, soaking in a cotton pad. The effect is noticeable after an hour: the skin is smoothed, dark circles are eliminated, swelling disappears.
After injections
After injection into muscle tissue, unpleasant seals may appear at the injection sites. If they do not disappear a few days after the procedure, you must use medicines.
If you apply the ointment after injections, then the pain disappears, the inflammation is eliminated, the cones resolve. Seals disappear after 3-10 days if rubbed daily.
With 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 for 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 the swab and introducing it into the vagina. If necessary, the medication is prescribed for pregnant women, for example, with hemorrhoids.
When can not be used?
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 worsen the situation.
Since the medication inhibits the formation of blood clots, it can not be used for:
- heparin-induced thrombocytopenia type 2;
- high sensitivity to composition;
- low platelet count in the blood;
- skin lesions;
- thrombocytopenia;
- bleeding disorders and high bleeding;
- hypocoagulation.
If you have these problems, you should consult a doctor. Instead of Heparin Ointment, another medicine that is suitable in terms of properties will be prescribed.
Side effects
When using the ointment, side effects are possible, which manifest themselves in the form of allergies and flushing of the skin. But, according to reviews, the drug is easily tolerated by most patients. Moreover, 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 occur in the form of:
- severe redness of the skin;
- itching and hives.
Experts advise to use an elbow fold before using the ointment. If no adverse reactions have occurred within 2 hours, then the drug is suitable. And with the appearance of even minor symptoms of an allergy, the medicine should not be used, otherwise it can cause complications.
Use by pregnant and lactating women
As indicated in the complete instructions, "Heparin ointment" during pregnancy is used only in difficult cases - with blockage and inflammation of the veins. The remedy also treats external hemorrhoids, injuries that manifest as hematomas, even after droppers and infusions.
According to the reviews of doctors, before using Heparin Ointment, you need to check the reaction to the drug. To do this, the area of the forearm is treated with a means, and then it is necessary to observe the reaction. If redness or swelling appears, other medicines 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 bleeding disorders of the blood system 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 "Tyrotoxin", alkaloid ergot, antihistamines, "Tetracycline", nicotine reduces the effect of heparin.
Analogs
According to reviews, "Heparin Ointment", although effective, but other means can be used. Instead, it is allowed to use:
- "Kontraktubeksa".
- Venolife.
- Venabosa.
- "Hepatrombin."
- Trombless Plus.
Each medication has an instruction that you need to focus on during treatment. But in order to prevent harm, it is still better to consult a specialist.
Sale and storage
Ointment is dispensed without a prescription. The medicine should be stored in a place that is not accessible to children. It is important that sunlight does not fall on it. The temperature should be no more than 25 degrees. 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. Based on the patient’s state of health, only a doctor can determine whether he should use such a remedy or not.