Hirudoid forte gel

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Mucopolysaccharide polysulphuric acid ester, the active ingredient of Hirudoid forte Gel, has an anti-inflammatory effect.

How is it used?

WHAT IS HIRUDOID FORTE GEL AND WHAT IS IT USED FOR?

Mucopolysaccharide polysulphuric acid ester, the active ingredient of Hirudoid forte Gel, has an anti-inflammatory effect. It prevents the formation and promotes the regression of superficial blood clots, bruises and swellings and promotes the regeneration of connective tissue.

Hirudoid forte Gel is used for the local treatment of:
- Blunt injuries with or without bruising
- Inflammation of superficial veins, if these cannot be treated by compression.

What should you consider before taking it?

WHAT SHOULD YOU CONSIDER BEFORE USING HIRUDOID FORTE GEL?

Hirudoid forte Gel must not be used,

- if you are allergic to mucopolysaccharide polysulphuric acid ester or any of the other ingredients of this medicine listed in section 6.
- on open wounds, inflammations, in purulent processes or infections of the skin. - on the eye and on mucous membranes.


Warnings and precautions

Please talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Hirudoid forte Gel. If the symptoms persist or if the expected success does not occur with the application, medical advice is required as soon as possible.


Use of Hirudoid forte Gel together with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking / using, have recently taken / used or intend to take / use any other medicines.

Pregnancy and breast-feeding

The use of the preparation is possible during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Driving and using machines

So far, no effects on the ability to drive and operate
Machines are known.

Hirudoid forte Gel contains propylene glycol


This medicine contains 500 mg propylene glycol per 100 g gel. Propylene glycol can cause skin irritation.

How should the medicine be taken?

HOW TO USE HIRUDOID FORTE GEL?

To open the tube for the first time, pierce the aluminum foil at the opening with the spike embedded in the tube cap!

A gel strand of 3 - 5 cm (more if necessary) is applied to the affected area one to several times a day and spread lightly.

The treatment usually lasts up to 10 days for blunt trauma, 1-2 weeks for superficial phlebitis.

Hirudoid forte Gel is also suitable for physical treatment methods, such as phonophoresis. If Hirudoid forte Gel is to be used in conjunction with iontophoresis, the gel is applied under the cathode.


Use in children and adolescents
There is insufficient experience in children and adolescents. Therefore, use in this age group is not recommended.



If you have any further questions about the use of the medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

What side effects are possible?

HOW TO STORE HIRUDOID FORTE GEL?

This medicine does not require any special storage conditions.

Keep this medicine out of the reach of children.

Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.
The shelf life after opening the tube is 1 year.

Do not dispose of medicines in wastewater or household waste. Ask your
Pharmacist how to dispose of the medicine when you stop using it. You
help to protect the environment.

Special notes on the content

CONTENTS OF THE PACK AND FURTHER INFORMATION

• The active ingredient is mucopolysaccharide polysulphuric acid ester.100 g gel contains:

Mucopolysaccharide polysulphuric acid ester, 0.445 g (organo-heparinoid "Luitpold") corresponds to 40,000 E.* * Units determined by the activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT).

• The other ingredients are: isopropanol, carbomer, propylene glycol,

Sodium hydroxide, purified water.

What Hirudoid forte Gel looks like and contents of the pack

Hirudoid forte Gel is a transparent, colorless gel with a characteristic odor.
Pack sizes:
Packs of 40 g in aluminum tubes.
Packs of 100 g in aluminum tubes.

Not all pack sizes may be marketed.