Hirudal Cream
Mucopolysaccharide Polysulfate (250IU/gm)
by Oaknet Healthcare Pvt Ltd
tube of 5 gm Cream
About this medicine
Hirudal Cream is used to provide relief and promote healing of inflammation of the veins. It has anti-inflammatory and antithrombotic properties which is used to treat pain and inflammation. Hirudal Cream is for external use only. You should always use it exactly as your doctor has told you. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. You can help this medicine work better by keeping the affected areas clean. Common side effects include itching and skin rash at the site of application. This is temporary and usually resolve with time. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact of the cream or ointment with your eyes. In case of accidental contact, wash your eyes with plenty of water and seek immediate medical attention. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or breastfeeding. You should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
Uses
- Thrombophlebitis
Benefits
In thrombophlebitis
Thrombophlebitis is an inflammatory process in which a blood clot forms and blocks one or more veins, usually in your legs. Hirudal Cream is used to treat thrombophlebitis near the surface of your skin. It dissolves the clots and also relieves pain and inflammation by increasing the blood flow. This improves the overall healing process. Use it as advised by the doctor to get maximum benefit. The condition usually improves on its own gradually. However, your doctor might recommend applying heat to the painful area, elevating the affected leg, using an over-the-counter painkiller and possibly wearing compression stockings.
How it works
Hirudal Cream is an antithrombotic medication. It provides soothing relief from bruising and superficial thrombophlebitis which is associated with considerable pain and discomfort at the site of the injection.
How to use
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
Common side effects
- Skin rash
- Itching
Safety advice
- AlcoholNONE
- No interaction found/established
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Hirudal Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Hirudal Cream during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingNONE
- No interaction found/established
- KidneyNONE
- No interaction found/established
- LiverNONE
- No interaction found/established
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Polysaccharide derivative
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Blood related
- Action Class
- Semi-synthetic glycosaminoglycan
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Oaknet Healthcare Pvt Ltd
- Salt composition
- Mucopolysaccharide Polysulfate (250IU/gm)
- Pack
- tube of 5 gm Cream
- Dosage form
- Cream
- Storage
- Store below 25°C
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.