What is Lioton 1000 Gel and when is it used?

Lioton 1000 Gel is a heparin preparation in gel form intended for external use that is used at:

Discomfort associated with varicose veins such as pain, heaviness, swelling of the legs (stasis edema);

blunt sports and accidental injuries such as bruises, contusions, strains with bruising and swelling;

Pain of the muscles and tendons;

Upon medical prescription, Lioton 1000 Gel can also be used for (superficial) phlebitis, for the follow-up treatment of sclerotherapy and to support venous thrombosis.

What should be considered?

Follow the advice of your doctor that goes beyond the actual dosage recommendation, e.g. gymnastics or wearing support stockings.

When should Lioton 1000 Gel not be used?

If you are known to be hypersensitive to the active ingredient or any of the other ingredients.

Lioton 1000 Gel must not be used in known heparin-induced/associated thrombocytopenia (HIT, heparin-induced lack of blood platelets).

When should you be careful when using Lioton 1000 Gel?

After applying or rubbing in Lioton 1000 Gel, wash your hands to avoid accidental contact with the mucous membranes and avoid the conjunctiva. Use only on intact skin, not on open wounds.

In the case of venous diseases that can be traced back to the presence of a blood clot (so-called thrombosis), massage should not be used. If the symptoms persist or worsen, a doctor should be consulted.

If symptoms of hypersensitivity occur, treatment should be discontinued and a doctor should be consulted.

Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you suffer from other illnesses, have allergies or are taking other medicines (including those you bought yourself) or using them externally.

Can Lioton 1000 Gel be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. For Lioton 1000 nothing is known about a possible risk for the unborn child or the breast-fed infant. The doctor will decide whether Lioton 1000 Gel is suitable for you.

How do you use Lioton 1000 Gel?

Adults

Apply 3-10 cm of gel one to three times a day apply to the affected skin area and massage in gently. For the legs massage direction from bottom to top. Do not rub in with phlebitis, but apply the thickness of the back of a knife and put on a bandage. Use only on intact skin, not on mucous membranes.

Children and adolescents

The use and safety of Lioton 1000 Gel in children and adolescents has not yet been tested.

Stick to the dosage given in the package insert or 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 Lioton 1000 Gel have?

The following side effects can occur when using Lioton 1000 Gel:

In rare cases, hypersensitivity or allergic reactions may occur.

If you notice any side effects that are not listed here, you should inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What else needs to be considered?

The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container.

Lioton 1000 Gel should be stored at room temperature (15-25°C) and out of the reach of children.

Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed information for specialists.

What does Lioton 1000 Gel contain?

Lioton 1000 Gel contains per gram: Heparin Sodium 1000 U.I.; Flavourings, the preservatives propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216) and methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218) and other additives.

Approval number

50476 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get Lioton 1000 Gel? What packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription.

Tubes of 50 g and 100 g.

Authorization holder

A. Menarini GmbH, Zurich.

This leaflet was last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in July 2007.