Hirudoid forte Gel 4.45mg/g Tb 100g

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What is Hirudoid forte Gel and when is it used?

Hirudoid forte Gel contains the active ingredient mucopolysaccharide polysulphate (heparinoidum MPS). This prevents the formation of blood clots and promotes their regression. In addition, inflammatory processes and fluid accumulations in the tissue are eliminated.

After using Hirudoid forte Gel, tissue tension and the associated pain decrease, swelling and bruising decrease, the heaviness in the legs is relieved.

Hirudoid forte Gel is used:

• for complaints related to varicose veins such as pain, feelings of heaviness, swollen legs (stasis oedema);
• for muscle pain and se
• for blunt sports injuries and accidental injuries such as contusions, contusions, strains, with hematoma (bruise) and swelling.

The gel has a cooling effect.

On medical prescription, Hirudoid forte Gel can also

• for (superficial) phlebitis;
• for inflammatory conditions in varicose veins;
• for the aftercare of sclerotherapy as well as for the supportive treatment of venous thrombosis

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What should be considered?

You can support the treatment of your venous disease by ensuring sufficient exercise. Sitting or standing for long periods of time causes congestion and strains your veins. Also avoid additional stress such as alcohol and cigarettes in excess, heavy or flatulent food, obesity and overheating from sunbathing and excessive use of the sauna.

Also follow the advice of your doctor that goes beyond the use of Hirudoid, such as e.g. gymnastics or wearing support stockings.

When should Hirudoid forte Gel not be used?

Hirudoid forte Gel should not be used in patients with a known hypersensitivity to heparinoid or any of the other excipients.

When is caution required when using Hirudoid forte Gel?

Hirudoid forte Gel may only be used on intact skin. Please make sure that the gel does not come into contact with open wounds, eyes or mucous membranes.

In the case of venous diseases that are due to the presence of a blood clot (so-called thromboembolism), must be massaged.

If your symptoms persist for a longer period of time or if the symptoms worsen, you should definitely consult a doctor.

Inform your doctor, pharmacy r or druggists or your doctor or pharmacist if you suffer from other diseases, have allergies or take other medicines (including those you bought yourself!) or use them externally!

Can Hirudoid forte Gel be used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Based on previous experience, there is no known risk to the unborn child if used as intended. However, systematic scientific investigations have never 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 Hirudoid forte Gel?

Adults

Unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor, apply a strand of gel of 3-5 cm several times a day (or more if necessary). In the case of thromboembolic diseases (blood clots), however, must be massaged.

With the 100 g tube, only about a third of the specified length of the gel strand (i.e. 1-2 cm) should be used for the 100 g tube due to the larger tube opening.

As with all gels containing alcohol, you should not put a bandage on Hirudoid forte Gel. Hirudoid forte cream is available for use under bandages.

Children

The use and safety of Hirudoid forte gel in children has not been systematically tested to date.

Observe the instructions given in the leaflet ordosage prescribed by the doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Hirudoid forte Gel have?

The following side effects can occur when using Hirudoid forte Gel:

In rare cases, hypersensitivity reactions of the skin (allergy) can occur.

Inform them Tell your doctor if you notice any signs. You should no longer use Hirudoid forte Gel if you experience severe irritation.

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

What else needs to be considered?

The aluminum foil at the opening of the tube can be easily pierced with the spike in the cap.

Hirudoid forte Gel may only be used up to the must be used by the date marked «EXP» on the tube.

Medicines should be stored in a dry place and out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature (15–25 °C).

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

What does Hirudoid forte Gel contain?

1 g of gel contains:

Active substance: Mucopolysaccharide polysulfate (Heparinoidum MPS) 4.45 mg (equivalent to 400 U.).

Excipients: Propylene glycol and other excipients.

Approval number

40550 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get Hirudoid forte Gel? What packs are available?

Hirudoid forte Gel is available in pharmacies and drugstores without a doctor's prescription.

There are packs of 40 g and 100 g Gel.

Authorization holder

Medinova AG, 8050 Zurich.

This package leaflet was last published in February 2008 by the drug authority (Swissmedic ) checked.