Hirudoid - Cream

50g

Topical cream.

Hirudoid is indicated for the treatment of superficial thrombophlebitis and the soothing relief of superficial bruising and haematoma.

How does it work?

Heparinoid is a substance similar to heparin. It acts by dissolving blood clots and improving the blood supply to the skin. It can be used as a cream to reduce bruising to the skin.

What is it used for?

Blood clot (haematoma)

Bruising

Inflammation of a vein in the skin associated with blood clot formation (superficial thrombophlebitis

How to use:

Two to six inches (5-15 cm) to be applied up to four times daily to the affected area and gently massaged into the skin

Warnings:

Not to be used on large areas of skin, broken skin, sensitive areas of skin or mucous membranes.

Not to be used in individuals with a known sensitivity to any active or inactive component of the formulation. Not to be used in children under 5 years of age.

For external use only. If symptoms persist or worsen, seek medical advice. Do not exceed the stated dose

Ingredients:

Active ingredient: Heparinoid 0.3% w/w.

The other ingredients are: anhydrous eucerine (contains lanolin), emulsifying cetostearyl alcohol type A, glycerol, isopropyl alcohol, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), myristyl alcohol, potassium hydroxide, propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), purified water, stearic acid and thymol