Varicose disease is a chronic disease characterized by impaired venous outflow. Frequent symptoms of lower limb varicose - edema of the legs, a syndrome of "heavy legs", nocturnal cramps, trophic trophism of foot tissues, trophic ulcers, pain.
Varicose veins are treated with a vascular surgeon or phlebologist. Depending on the stage of the disease, the presence of complications and individual characteristics of the body, prescribe pharmacological drugs or surgery.
In vascular surgery, a large niche in pharmacology is assigned for venotonic and anticoagulant drugs. All drugs are divided into 2 groups: for internal and external use. One of the drugs that is used externally for the treatment of the vessels of the legs is the Thrombocide gel.
The drug is available in the form of a gel for external use. Tubes of 40 g and 100 g. The gel is clear, colorless, has a pleasant smell.
Shelf life of the drug - no more than 5 years. Refers to the group of OTC drugs.
Contents
- Properties of the preparation
- When the use of
- is justified In what cases is the drug contraindicated
- Scheme and features of application
- Overdose symptoms
- Use of gel during pregnancy
- Practical experience with
Properties of the preparation
The main constituent of the gel The thrombicide is the pentosan polysulfate sodium salt which belongsto the group of anticoagulant drugs for local application.
Influencing the process of blood coagulation, has anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic and fibrinolytic action.
Fibrinolytic action develops due to increased local circulation.
Anti-inflammatory effect is possible due to the inhibition of hyaluronidase and other inflammatory enzymes. At the same time, the permeability of blood vessels decreases, which means that the swelling and pain sensations decrease. 
The spasmolytic effect of the gel is achieved by entering into the composition of essential oils. It also helps to relieve pain.
The active substance of the gel is able to reduce the viscosity of the blood by increasing the elasticity of red blood cells, which leads to improved tissue perfusion. Consequently, the use of the gel is indicated for violations of the arterial blood flow.
Thus, the gel is able to prevent the formation of blood clots in venous vessels, as well as dissolve( lyse) already available.
When applying the gel, local inflammation is removed, venous and lymphatic drainage improves, muscle tissue relaxes.
When the use of
is justified Since the Thrombocide gel has heparin-like effects, it can be used for topical treatment of varicose disease of the lower extremities and its complications.
Also the agent can be used in the following cases:
- surface phlebitis and thrombophlebitis in combination with other pharmacological preparations;
- varicose veins and symptoms that accompany it - swelling, pain, heaviness in the legs by the end of the day, convulsions;
- ulcers of feet and shins , caused by trophic disturbance;
- sport injuries of the lower limbs, which is accompanied by swelling and pain - dislocations, sprain, bruises;
- bruises of of any parts of the body;
- atherosclerotic diseases of the lower extremities vessels ;
- thromboembolic and / or thrombotic complications of varicose disease .
The duration of treatment directly depends on the cause and course of the disease.
In what cases is the drug contraindicated
The gel can be used in many branches of medicine, but there are several contraindications:
- is an allergic reaction to any component of the remedy;
- blood disorders associated with impaired coagulation with an extended bleeding time.
Scheme and application features of
Apply a thin layer of gel to the affected areas of the body. It is recommended to use 2-3 times a day or as needed.
Treatment with the use of gel The thrombicide must be supplemented with other medications as prescribed by the doctor. The course of treatment depends on the stage and course of the disease. The gel can be used for a long time - several months.
With caution, the drug should be applied near the trophic ulcer, because the wound should not enter the wound.
The drug is intended to be applied only superficially to intact skin. Also, do not apply the drug to the mucous membranes, including, avoid contact with the eyes.
Before starting the use of the gel, hemorrhagic diathesis or other diseases associated with bleeding disorders should be avoided.
In case of topical application in rare cases, contact dermatitis or other skin reactions may occur due to the presence of cetostearyl alcohol and propylene glycol in the composition.
The gel can be used by drivers and people whose work is associated with increased mental stress, since it does not affect the reaction rate.
The manual does not mention any possible interactions or contraindications to alcohol during treatment with the use of the thrombosis gel.
When used together with heparin, antiplatelet agents or thrombolytic drugs, the mutual anti-Aggregate properties of all drugs develop, which can lead to unpredictable complications.
Overdose symptoms of
Symptoms of overdose can be the formation of hemorrhages and bruises, although such cases are unlikely. In this case, exclude further use of the gel. Protamine sulfate is an antidote to the active substance of the Thrombocide gel.
There are currently no data available on the detection of serious side effects during treatment.
The application of the gel is tolerated well enough. In some cases, prolonged use may indicate dry skin at the site of application.
No other side effects were identified.
Use of Gel during Pregnancy
Pentosan polysulphate sodium salt, in animal studies, did not cause any embryotoxic or fetotoxic 
effects. It is also known that the drug does not penetrate the hemoplacental barrier.
But all the same, the drug is not recommended for use during pregnancy, without the appointment of a doctor. Only he, given the indications and contraindications, will be able to weigh the expected effect and possible risk.
During the period of breastfeeding the drug is not used, as pentosan polysulphate is absorbed into the blood and can penetrate into breast milk.
Practical experience of using
Having studied the opinions of people who suffer from varicose veins, it is possible to draw definite conclusions about the thrombosis gel.
During the second pregnancy veins crawled out strongly. The legs swelled horribly and were ill by the end of the day. Thought, that after sorts or labors all will pass or take place, but veins and have remained.
Neighbor advised Thrombocide gel. Really very good medicine. Legs have practically ceased to swell and already hurt not so much. A week ago he was at the doctor, he added more pills to the treatment, but he told me to continue using the gel, he said that I began to treat myself correctly.
Tatiana, 32 years old
In my work I often have to walk on heels. By the end of the day, especially in the summer, she began to notice the swelling of her shins and began to heavily "wet" her shoes. Has bought or purchased in a drugstore gel "Thrombocide. I put 1-2 times a day, and when and more often. Fatigue with legs goes almost immediately. Yes, and edema worries less. The gel is just wonderful - I recommend.
Irina, 28 years old
With age, the veins on the legs began to appear. My father suffers the same ailment. To me the doctor besides tablets has appointed or nominated also this gel.
I apply 2-3 times a day on the lower leg. Indeed, relieves heaviness in the legs, and night cramps disappeared. Now the gel is used by the whole family.
Sergey, 48 years old
All my life I worked as a teacher of junior classes. Work is constantly on your feet. In the evening, legs terribly swollen and ache, vascular reticulums began to appear. The pharmacy advised to use the Thrombocide gel.
A month later she noticed that the vascular network had slightly decreased, and it became easier to work. Now I advise everyone this drug.
Ekaterina Aleksandrovna, 56 years