Ialugen Cream for Wounds and Ulcers Treatment
Ialugen Creme Tb 60 g
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- Distributor: INS. BIOCHIMIQUE SA
- Product Code: 1469029
- ATC-code D03AX05
- EAN 7680481190341
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Description
ialugen contains sodium hyaluronate as an active ingredient, a natural substance that accelerates scarring. ialugen is available as a cream and medicated gauzes. It is a wound healing agent that accelerates the healing of small, minor wounds and minor burns (1st degree).
ialugen can only be used to treat ulcers if prescribed by a doctor.
Swissmedic-approved patient information
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What is ialugen and when is it used?
ialugen contains sodium hyaluronate as an active ingredient, a natural substance that accelerates scarring. ialugen is available as a cream and medicated gauzes. It is a wound healing agent that accelerates the healing of small, minor wounds and minor burns (1st degree).
ialugen can only be used to treat ulcers if prescribed by a doctor.
What should be considered?
Large, heavily contaminated or deep wounds, such as bite and puncture wounds, require medical treatment (danger of tetanus). If the wound size does not decrease within a certain time or if the wound has not healed after 10-14 days, you should also consult the doctor. You should do the same if the edges of the wound are very red, if the wound suddenly swells and becomes very painful, or if you have a fever (risk of blood poisoning).
When not to use ialugen?
You should not use ialugen cream and gauze if you are allergic to one or more of the ingredients (see «What is in ialugen contain?») are allergic. The same limitation applies to severe, deep and heavily contaminated wounds. Such injuries must be cleaned under medical supervision.
When should you be careful when using ialugen?
In very rare cases, sodium hyaluronate or any additives contained in ialugen, especially if used for a long time, can allergic symptoms (e.g. itching) (see «What side effects can ialugen have?»).
In such cases, it is recommended to interrupt therapy and inform your doctor.
Tell your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you
- suffer from other diseases,
- have allergies or
- take other medicines (including those you bought yourself!) or use them externally.
Can ilugen be used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Based on previous experience, there is no known risk for the child if used as directed. However, systematic scientific investigations have not been carried out. As a precaution, you should avoid taking medicines during pregnancy and breastfeeding or ask your doctor, pharmacist or druggist for advice.
How do you use ialugen?
Before applying ialugen cream and gauze, the wounds and their surroundings must be cleaned and disinfected. In particular, it is recommended to remove the cream residues from a previous application.
Cream: Unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor, the ialugen cream is applied 2-3 times a day in a thin layer evenly over the entire injury until the scar has formed.
The cream is easy to wash off with water.
Medicated gauze: Depending on the wound surface, apply one or more gauzes 2 or more times a day. The ialugen gauze must be removed with sterile forceps and placed on the previously cleaned and disinfected wound; then cover the wound with a sterile gauze and then with cotton wool and fix the whole thing with a suitable bandage.
The individual packs are intended for single use.
The use and safety of ialugen in children and adolescents has not yet been tested. Based on previous experience, there is no known risk for the child when used as intended.
Stick to the dosage given in the package leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.
What side effects can ialugen have?
The following side effects can occur when using ialugen:
In very rare cases, sodium hyaluronate or any additives contained in ialugen can lead to allergic symptoms (e.g. itching, eczema, reddening of the skin, skin reactions or burning sensation), especially after long-term use.
In such cases, it is recommended to interrupt therapy and inform your doctor.
If you notice side effects that are not described here, you should inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.
What else needs to be considered?
Shelf life
The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked on the container with « EXP» can be used.
Use by after opening
Once opened, the 500g dispenser can be used within 6 months.
Storage instructions
Store at room temperature (15 - 25°C) and keep out of the reach of children.
Further information
Do not use if the expiry date has passed, but return to the pharmacy for disposal.
Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed information for specialists.
What does ialugen contain?
Active ingredients
Sodium hyaluronate, 2 mg per 1 g cream, or 2 mg per 4 g of medicated gauze (0.5 mg per 1 g of gauze).
Excipients
Cream: sodium laurilsulfate, preservatives: sorbic acid (E200), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218) and other excipients.
Gazen: Auxiliaries for the preparation of an ointment
Approval number
48118, 48119 (Swissmedic)
Where do you get ialugen? What packs are available?
In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription.
Cream: Tubes of 20 g, 25 g and 60 g (GB)
Medicated gauzes: packs of 10 and 30 gauzes (individually wrapped) (D).
Authorization holder
IBSA Institut Biochimique SA, Lugano
This leaflet was last checked by the Medicines Agency (Swissmedic) in November 2021.