Not every person by nature is given strong vessels and veins. Sometimes problems like varicose or hemorrhoids begin to disturb at a young age, so it is important to know what means will reduce the manifestation of the disease and help a quick cure.
Preparation Essaven gel is an effective medicine that increases the tone of veins and vessels and strengthens their walls.
It is necessary to apply the drug at the first signs of varicose veins, but only after a full examination by a specialist. Classification Essaven gel - angioprotector, heparin-containing drug, is intended for topical use topically.
Contents
- Pharmacological action
- Pharmacokinetics and composition of the preparation
- Mechanism of action
- Indications for use
- Contraindications to prescription
- Instruction for use
- Integrated opinion of
- Additional recommendations of doctors
- Features of purchase and storage
Pharmacological action
The main effect of the drug is the therapeutic effect on veins. It greatly strengthens the capillaries, also the use of the agent allows:
- to increase the tone of the veins;
- achieve an antiexudative effect;
- to relieve inflammation;
- to promote endogenous fibrinolysis;
- cool place of application;
- achieve anesthesia;
- to stimulate microcirculation.
Heparin, which is part of the gel, effectively dissolves clots of fibrin. Essaven after applying the drug on the skin, is invisible. It does not become a cause of staining or stickiness.
Pharmacokinetics and composition of the preparation
The basis of the drug - Venotonization and strengthening of capillaries. The gel is almost immediately absorbed by the skin and begins to have a positive effect. It is withdrawn completely within 24 hours. The gel formulation includes:
- escin;
- heparin;
- sodium salt;
- diglyceride esters;
- alcohol;
- organic acids.
Formula escin
Mechanism of action
The drug is applied lightly. Do not press or give to the place where treatment is needed. Substances quickly penetrate into the tissue structure and begin to affect the source of the problem.
Thanks to the cooling effect, the pain begins to decrease after 10-20 minutes after application to the problem area. Completely the drug is excreted from the body for several hours.
Indications for use
Use of the drug is recommended after examination by a specialist. Effectively the agent shows itself at statement of following diagnoses:
- varices;
- venous insufficiency;
- fatigue of the feet, constant or worse in the evening;
- pain in the legs;
- convulsions of the lower limbs;
- inflammatory processes;
- spider veins;
- injury, including stretching, bruises, dislocations.
The gel also helps to cope with bruising that occurs at the tissue damage sites. In some cases, it is recommended that the remedy be used during edema, if they are caused by trauma.
Contraindications to the prescription of
Special reasons to limit the use of the drug for the treatment of varicose veins and other problems with veins and vessels have not been revealed. Exceptions in which you will have to give up using Essaven gel are the following:
- is an allergy to the ingredients or individual intolerance of the drug as a whole;
- of eczema;
- open wounds;
- pregnancy.
Instruction for use
The use of the product and the nuances of its application are in most cases indicated by the doctor during the consultation. In the event that any instructions to this effect have not been made by a specialist, the gel is applied exclusively to problem areas.
Use the drug 2-3 times a day, applying a small amount of Essaven gel to the skin and gently rubbing it.
It is important to consider that the drug has a feature in use - in the event that there is a marked inflammation, then rub the medicine into the skin is forbidden, you can only cover the area with gel and leave it on the surface. Since the composition of the drug includes alcohol, it should be avoided on the mucous membranes and wounds.
As a preventive agent and in the early stages of the disease it is recommended to apply a small amount of the drug, do not rub it into the skin.
The duration of the course in this case is no more than 5 days, after consultation with a specialist, if no visible changes are observed for the better.
No side effects of the drug have been identified. The only exceptions are allergic reactions, which resulted from intolerance of the drug. Use of the product by children is allowed after 12 years. There are no obvious problems when interacting with other medications.
Comprehensive opinion of
Reviews of patients and doctors who apply Essaven Gel in their practice.
Using the means of the expected improvement did not bring, although I had a hope for this gel. He helped many of my acquaintances who could get this medicine.
On a second consultation with a doctor, it was said that a second course would be required - that is, I needed to buy another package - the result - the problem with the vessels was not eliminated even after two courses of application.
Stanislav, 49
I probably have one of the most common problems - varicose veins, which I have suffered for many years. Has tried already more than ten various means - effect weak, as much as possible to reach - to stop development of illness.
On a regular consultation with his attending physician, he recommended that I use this drug. At first I thought it was another waste of time and money, but still decided not to postpone the treatment. The result was not just good, but even excellent. Varicose began to retreat. Now you can not even see it if you do not look closely.
Alexandra, 25
I am a doctor with 10 years experience. I can advise you to use the remedy as part of complex therapy, especially if the case is started or complicated.
Elena, phlebologist
I had to look for this drug for a long time. Why is it not in pharmacies. I ordered from friends. Brought and I immediately began to use it.
In general, I will say that for its price the product proved to be great - just 2 weeks after the start of treatment, I saw that the "stars" practically disappeared, and the doctor at the reception said that the dynamics of treatment is positive and soon the disease will disappear completely. I'm not just happy, but happy, because I've been trying to overcome it for a very long time.
Ekaterina, 32
Additional recommendations of
physicians Doctors who practice for a long time can advise people who are faced with varicose veins and vascular diseases to pay attention to the Essaven gel preparation.
It is not difficult to use it, but it is important to consider that in order to achieve good results in a short time only this 
means will not be enough. According to observations made on the basis of conclusions after the diagnosis, many patients should also use:
- special compression clothes;
- other drugs aimed at treating the existing disease.
It is not superfluous to have restrictions in nutrition, that is, diet, the duration of which is calculated by a specialist, based on the stage of the disease. In most cases, it is necessary to exclude fried, spicy and fatty from your diet. As for the liquid, it is best to use it at the time of treatment in elevated doses.
The drug can be used by people with kidney problems, but in this case it is necessary to mention the disease on the consultation, since the doctor can prescribe a certain concentration of the remedy. It is not advisable to use the gel during lactation and to treat small children from bruises and sprains.
Features of purchase and storage
The drug is available in tubes with a volume of 40 g. You can store it at a temperature not exceeding 25 degrees.
It is best to preserve all medical properties from exposure to direct sunlight. From pharmacies, the gel is dispensed without a prescription. The cost of the facility is about 1500 rubles.
Analogues that can be purchased if Essaven Gel is not available: Lyoton, Kontraktubeks, Trombophobe.