Ointments and suppositories "Gepatrombin G": instructions for use

The name "Hepatrombin" is widely heard. However, not everyone knows that there are several products with this name, and all of them have different purposes and apply them for different diseases. For example, the ointment "Gepatrombin" is mainly prescribed for thrombosis - especially thrombophlebitis and varicose veins, and the ointment "Gepatrombin G", the instruction to which is attached, is used in proctology. In no case should be applied to the sensitive mucous membrane of the anal zone of the usual heparin. Therefore, when buying heparin in pharmacies, you need to carefully check with the exact name of the drug. The international name for this medication is Hepatrombin H.

In this article, we will consider the indications for use, dose and contraindications of the drug "Gepatrombin G". The instruction clearly indicates that this medicine is used for external and internal hemorrhoids, thrombophlebitis of the veins of the anus, in case of anus cracks, as well as such unpleasant phenomena as itching in the anal passage, eczema or fistula. The drug is available in the form of ointments or rectal suppositories (suppositories). In both cases, the administration of the drug is similar - proctologic problems. Both heparin sodium, prednisolone acetate and polydocanol (or laumromacrogol 400) act as curing agents, both in ointments and in suppositories. For a better absorption in the composition of the medicine included and auxiliary substances. The ointment contains solid and viscous paraffin, lanolin and silicon dioxide, and in rectal suppositories - Miglyol 812, Novate B, silica and glycerol tristearate.

Now consider the effect of these treating substances on the body. Heparin is an anticoagulant, it has anti-thrombotic, anti-inflammatory and anti-exsudative action, promotes better healing of connective tissues; Eliminates stagnation of blood in the hemorrhoid cones. Prednisolone has a similar action with heparin, besides it helps to cope with itching, burning sensation, pain in the anorectal area. Lauromacrogol 400, still known under a different name, polidocanol is an anesthetic of local action, it also helps to eliminate hemorrhoids.

Do I need to take any precautions before using Gepatrombin G? Instruction for use reminds that people suffering from an individual intolerance to at least one of the components should think about the fact that they should refrain from taking this medication. Contraindicated use of this drug and people suffering from tuberculosis, syphilis, a predisposition to bleeding, as well as in the case of bacterial, viral, fungal lesions and skin tumors. Women in the first trimester of pregnancy and mothers who are breastfeeding take the drug "Gepatrombin G", the instruction also does not recommend, as it is fraught for the embryo and can be harmful to the child.

Proceeding from different dosage forms - ointment or suppositories - the way of application and the dose of taking this medication vary among themselves. Concerning the preparation "Gepatrombin G" - the ointment, the instruction says that in the case of external hemorrhoids the remedy is best delicately applied, thinly applied to affected areas of the anal passage several times a day. When the pain caused by hemorrhoids disappears, you need to continue applying the ointment at least once a day somewhere else for 7-8 days. Ointment is available in the form of tubes, which are attached with a thin nozzle-tip. If there was a need to introduce ointment into the rectal area, this tip is placed on the tube and a small amount of ointment is inserted inside by lightly pressing the tube. After consuming the ointment, the nozzle is unscrewed and thoroughly washed. It should be remembered that in applying the ointment it is important not to overdo it: too much of the drug only slows the healing of the affected skin and mucous membranes.

Now let's talk about the use of the drug form of the drug "Gepatrombin G" candles. The instruction advises to enter candles after the process of defecation. They are applied no more than twice a day by gentle injection into the rectum.