Blood circulation disorders due to vascular damage, blood clots in veins or mechanical injuries are often accompanied by swelling, inflammation and the formation of hematomas. Gel Troxerutin, which is produced in a convenient form, does not cause side effects and quickly penetrates into the skin, helps to cope with the listed symptoms.
Composition of the gel Troxerutin 2%
The active ingredient is a derivative of rutin (flavonoid) troxerutin. Excipients are:
- solution of sodium hydroxide with a concentration of 30%;
- Carbomer 940;
- benzalkonium chloride;
- purified water;
- edetate disodium.
The gel has a homogeneous structure, is transparent, can acquire a yellowish and greenish-yellow hue.
Troxerutin produces the following effects:
- angioprotective;
- decongestant;
- venotonic;
- anti-inflammatory.
This ingredient also has a P-vitamin effect, stabilizes the cell membranes, reduces fragility and permeability of capillaries, relieves the feeling of heaviness in the legs, improves trophism in the tissues.
Indications for use of the gel Troxerutin, contraindications and side effects
This drug is prescribed for the treatment of the following pathologies:
- venous insufficiency ;
- superficial thrombophlebitis;
- varicose and precancerous syndrome;
- phlebitis;
- pain of traumatic origin, for example, after stretching, dislocation, concussion;
- tonic muscle cramps;
- periphlebitis;
- hematoma;
- ulcers of the lower leg;
- diabetic microangiopathy;
- post-traumatic swelling of soft tissues;
- phlebothrombosis;
- postthrombotic syndrome;
- complex treatment of inflammation of the hemorrhoidal nodes when they fall out;
- static heaviness in the legs;
- trophic skin lesions;
- dermatitis;
- hemorrhagic diathesis , accompanied by increased permeability of capillary walls;
- retinopathy;
- complications and their prophylaxis after surgical operations on veins;
- negative accompanying phenomena of a vascular nature after radiation therapy.
The only contraindication to the use of Troxerutin gel is hypersensitivity and the likelihood of allergic reactions to one of the components of the drug. Also, care should be taken when prolonged application of the drug to patients with impaired renal function is necessary.
It is worth noting that the local medication is ineffective from puffiness, which arose due to the deterioration of the cardiovascular system, liver and kidneys.
The medicine is well tolerated, as a rule, without side effects. Negative symptoms can appear with an overdose in the form of local allergic reactions - hives, flushing, itching, rashes, dermatitis.
Application of the gel Troxerutin
The drug should be gently rubbed into the affected area 2 times a day. In rare cases, its use in the form of occlusive dressings and compresses.
The length of the course of treatment depends on the disease requiring therapy, and its stages.
From the bruise and bruises Troxerutin gel is recommended to be applied no longer than 14 days, until the damaged vessels completely recover and external manifestations on the skin will not disappear.
Gel Troxerutin for the face
An interesting feature of this drug is its ability to block the action of hyaluronidase, a substance that destroys hyaluronic acid and reduces the elasticity of the skin. Therefore, many women use Troxerutin as a rejuvenating, moisturizing and decongestant for the face.
The easiest way to use it is to rub a small amount of gel into the skin, including under the eyes, after evening washing. According to the feedback, the visible results will be visible after 3 days.