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Hexilak Gel
Manufactured byMENARINI INDIA PVT LTD
ContainsCepae Extract (0.1 gram) + Heparin (50 International units ) + Allantoin (0.01 gram)
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Description
Hexilak Gel is an anti-scar medicine used to reduce the appearance of scars after surgery, burns, or wounds. It reduces redness, swelling, and pain around the scars. It also promotes healing and elasticity to accelerate the fading process.
Hexilak Gel can rarely show some side effects like burning or tingling sensation at the site of application, skin irritation, etc. These side effects usually subside on their own. Consult your doctor if they bother you for a long time or become severe.
Hexilak Gel is for external use only. The dose and duration of treatment will be determined by your doctor based on the severity of your condition. Take this medicine for the recommended duration for better results.
Hexilak Gel is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are using any other topical medicines or have any other skin conditions. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Hexilak Gel
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Hexilak Gel
Burning and stinging
Skin irritation
Skin rash
Uses of Hexilak Gel
What is it prescribed for?
Scar Treatment
Hexilak Gel is one of the many non-invasive scar treatments available to improve the appearance and physical attributes of scars. This gel reduces swelling and promotes the production of collagen for faster healing. It also has antiseptic properties that protect your wound from getting secondary infections.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The time taken by Hexilak Gel to show its effect is not clinically known.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The time duration for which Hexilak Gel remains active in the body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Hexilak Gel.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Due to the lack of relevant safety information regarding the use of Hexilak Gel during pregnancy, consult your doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Due to the lack of relevant safety information regarding the use of Hexilak Gel while breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
Hexilak Gel is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Due to the lack of relevant safety information regarding the use of Hexilak Gel during pregnancy, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Due to the lack of relevant safety information regarding the use of Hexilak Gel while breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Other medicines
Hexilak Gel may interact with other topical medicines and cause undesired effects. Hence, inform your doctor if you are using any other topical medicines before beginning treatment with this medicine.
External use only
Hexilak Gel is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with your mouth, eyes, nose, etc. Rinse thoroughly with water if this medicine comes in contact with such areas.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of Hexilak Gel as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
An overdose of Hexilak Gel is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period in large amounts. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm, and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Apply a thin layer of Hexilak Gel over the affected area as instructed by your doctor.
Wash your hands before and after the application of this medicine unless the area to be treated is your hands.
Do not cover the affected area with bandages or other dressings unless instructed by your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Hexilak Gel contains Cepae Extract, Heparin, and Allantoin.
Cepae is a herb extract that shows antibacterial action on burnt wounds.
Allantoin promotes the production of collagen (protein) fibres for faster wound healing. It also provides moisture to the skin and helps to resolve scars.
Heparin helps to reduce symptoms such as redness, swelling, pain, burning sensation, etc. It also accelerates the healing process of the wounds resulting in smooth healed skin without scars or contractures (hard or tight scars).
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Anti-scar
Schedule
Schedule H
Journal.pso-hns.org. 2021. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 21 December 2021].
Clinicaltrials.gov. 2021. The Efficacy of Extract of Allium Cepae, Allantoin and Heparin in Patients With Proven Scar Development - Full Text View - ClinicalTrials.gov. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 21 December 2021].
J, O., OT, V., JL, I., K, B., A, L. and C, A., 2021. The prophylactic use of a topical scar gel containing extract of Allium cepae, allantoin, and heparin improves symptoms and appearance of cesarean-section scars compared with untreated scars. [online] PubMed. Available at: < [Accessed 21 December 2021].
GH, W. and J, S., 2021. Efficacy of early initiation of a gel containing extractum cepae, heparin, and allantoin for scar treatment: an observational, noninterventional study of daily practice. [online] PubMed. Available at: < [Accessed 21 December 2021].
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Information on this page was last updated on 27 Jan 2022
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