"Lyoton 1000" - a gel used for the prevention and treatment of varicose veins and related complications in the form of phlebothrombosis, superficial periphlebitis or thrombophlebitis. Today we will consider how this tool is used in the treatment of the last of the listed diseases, pharmacological properties and methods of using the drug.
How does thrombophlebitis occur and manifest
Superficial thrombophlebitis of the veins (most often the lower extremities) is an inflammation of the venous wall, combined with the formation of a thrombus. In modern medicine, it is believed that the process of clogging the lumen of a vein with a thrombus and inflammation of its walls are processes that exist in close interconnection, stimulating pathological manifestations of each other.
In order for a thrombus to form, it is enough to damage the venous walls, slow down the movement of blood or increase its coagulability. Any of the listed reasons can lead to the occurrence of varicose veins and thrombophlebitis.
It develops in a varicose vein, sometimes accompanied by fever, redness, cord-like compaction and soreness of the vein. Over the area of inflammation may cause slight swelling.
How is Lyoton 1000 gel used to treat the disease?
Thrombophlebitis (depending on the location and nature of the process) can be treated not only in a hospital, but also in an outpatient setting. The main thing is to comply with all the instructions of the attending physician.
In the course of treatment, they try to first prevent the further process of the development of the disease and its spread to the deep veins. For this, ointments that can dissolve blood clots are used. These include heparin ointment and Lyoton-gel.
The main active ingredient of an ointment for the treatment of thrombophlebitis
In this article, we will consider the Lyoton 1000 gel. Its composition is represented by the active substance - sodium heparin and auxiliary, these are: ethanol 96%, carbomer 940, proamine, methyl arahydroxybenzoate and propyl arahydroxybenzoate. The gel contains purified water, orange blossom oil and lavender oil.
The main active ingredient of the named drug is an anticoagulant. This is the name of the compound that inhibits (slows down) blood coagulation and prevents the formation of fibrin, which entails the appearance of blood clots.
It should be noted that anticoagulants stop both the appearance and growth of existing blood clots.
Pharmacokinetics
By the way, in animal studies it was found that with topical application, the sodium heparin mentioned above is absorbed into the blood, its content reaches its maximum value eight hours after application, and after a day returns to its normal level, after which heparin is excreted mainly from urine.
In what cases is the use of "Lyoton-gel"
The drug has a decongestant and moderate anti-inflammatory effect, which makes it possible to use it with soft tissue injuries and with the appearance of subcutaneous hematomas, including postoperative ones, obtained as a result of phlebectomy or appearing after removal of the saphenous vein.
Athletes who are in a special risk group successfully apply the gel for damage to the tendons of the upper and lower extremities, capsule-ligamentous apparatus or muscles.
In medical practice, this drug is also used to treat hemorrhoids, because it has an analgesic effect.
It is only necessary to decide together with your doctor whether it is worth using the Lioton-Gel preparation in each individual case. This is the only way to make the right decision, and in case of detection of a serious pathology, do not miss precious time.
How is Lyoton-Gel applied?
As a rule, the drug is prescribed only to adult patients. Apply the drug from one to three times a day. It should be squeezed onto the affected area in the form of a ten-centimeter column of ointment and gently, without much effort, rub. With phlebitis, the gel is applied to the affected areas without rubbing.
With the effects of bruises, such as a hematoma, swelling or infiltration, the gel is applied until the symptoms disappear.
With signs of begun venous insufficiency, expressed in the form of leg pain, a feeling of heaviness and venous edema, it is used for no more than 3 weeks (depending on the severity of the disease).
Chronic venous insufficiency, characterized by varicose veins, superficial periphlebitis or thrombophlebitis, requires the use of the drug for 6 weeks.
Thrombosis of hemorrhoidal veins involves the introduction of an ointment-soaked swab into the anus or applying an ointment directly to the nodes. Treatment lasts no more than 4 days.
Remember that the need for further use of the ointment in these cases is determined only by the doctor!
Other gel applications
There are also reviews from patients who used Lyoton-gel on the face. The gel eliminates vascular "stars", relieves swelling that appears under the eyes after a sleepless night or as a result of a bruise. But to abuse this tool is still not worth it, because the scope of its application is somewhat different. Do not experiment: do not resort to gel if there is acne on the face, and be careful that the product does not get on the mucous membrane of the eyes. If this happens, flush eyes with plenty of water.
Gel "Lioton 1000": instructions for use
The described drug is not used in case of bleeding, is not applied to mucous membranes, open wounds, ulcers and is not used to treat purulent lesions. Limit the use of this drug in case of increased bleeding. The drug is not used for purpura, hemorrhagic diathesis and low platelet count in the blood.
If treatment with Lyoton-gel is continuous, takes place in large areas or combined with the use of anticoagulant drugs (such as Warfarin, Sinkumar, etc.), then the patient should control the coagulation time and prothrombin time.
Remember that with deep vein thrombosis , Lyoton 1000 ointment is not prescribed.
Special instructions for the use of the drug
Due to insufficient knowledge of the results of the use of "Lyoton-gel" for children under the age of eighteen, this drug is not prescribed.
The appointment of the described drug during pregnancy and lactation is possible only for special indications and under the strict supervision of a doctor, since there have been no clinical studies on the use of this drug in expectant mothers, and there is no data on this.
The drug does not affect the ability to control mechanisms and drive a car.
Does the drug have side effects
In medicine, the specified drug is referred to as a tool that is very well tolerated. If there is an increased sensitivity to heparin or another component of this drug, an allergic reaction may occur in the form of redness, itching, slight swelling, burning sensation and skin rash. Sometimes in such cases, the appearance of bubbles or pustules is observed, which quickly disappear after stopping the use of the ointment.
Application to large areas of the skin with Lyoton 1000 gel can cause systemic adverse reactions.
Is an overdose of this drug possible
Due to the extremely low absorption (absorbability) of the components of this drug with its external use, cases of overdose are almost impossible.
Medicines not recommended for use with Lyoton-gel
Lyoton 1000 gel is not used simultaneously with preparations indicated for external use, containing antihistamines or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, as well as with tetracyclines.
It is impossible to exclude interaction with other drugs in case of prolonged use over a large area.
Where and at what price can I buy Lyoton-Gel
Any pharmacy can offer you Lyoton 1000 (gel). Its price will fluctuate depending on the volume of the tube (30 g, 50 g, 100 g). The minimum cost in Russia ranges from 300 rubles, and for a hundred-gram tube - 560 rubles.
Ointment is sold without a doctor’s prescription, but remember that the uncontrolled use of even those medicines that do not have side effects can lead to undesirable consequences. Do not treat yourself, consult a doctor!