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Description
Thrombophob-Gel is an anticoagulant used for the dissolution of blood clots below the surface of the skin. It helps to dissolve the blood clot, reduce the pain and swelling due to superficial thrombophlebitis- a condition of swollen veins due to a blood clot. Thrombophob-Gel is also used to treat and prevent the formation of blood clots in veins and arteries due to anal fissures, skin ulcers and injury.
Side effects are minimal to Thrombophob-Gel. A burning sensation, irritation or redness are experienced by some patients after using this medicine. These symptoms last only for a very few days and disappear with time. Do not use this medicine if you are previously allergic to it.
Clean and dry the affected areas before application. Apply a thin layer of Thrombophob-Gel to the affected areas as instructed by the doctor. Wash your hands before and after the application, unless hands are affected. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth or broken skin.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Thrombophob-Gel
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Thrombophob-Gel
Skin burning sensation
Itching of skin
Redness of the skin
Skin irritation
Uses of Thrombophob-Gel
What is it prescribed for?
Superficial Bruises
Bruises are discolourations of the skin due to injury. During a skin injury, small blood vessels called capillaries near the skin's surface burst. This traps blood below the skin’s surface resulting in a black and blue mark colour. Bruises can be painless or extremely painful. Thrombophob-Gel is used to heal bruises and prevents internal clotting of blood due to an injury.
Thrombophlebitis
Thrombophlebitis is a condition of swollen veins due to a blood clot below the surface of the skin. This condition can occur due to an injury to a vein, as an inherited blood-clotting disorder or when being immobilised for long periods. It is commonly seen on the legs, but it can also occur in the arms and neck. Normally, it goes within 2 to 6 weeks. Thrombophob-Gel is used to ease pain, swelling, or discomfort due to thrombophlebitis.
Anal Fissures and Hemorrohoids
Haemorrhoids and anal fissures are conditions of swelling of veins located in the anus or rectum. Lumps can occur inside the rectum or below the skin around the anus. Thrombophob-Gel improves blood flow, reduces breakage of veins and prevents blood clotting in these conditions.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
You will start to see the healing process 5-10 days after treatment with Thrombophob-Gel. But finish your prescribed period of treatment, even if the condition gets better.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which Thrombophob-Gel remains active in the body is not clinically establishedIs 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 Thrombophob-Gel.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Although Thrombophob-Gel is a topical preparation, use in pregnant women is only accepted by doctor's recommendation. It is not known whether this medicine may cause harm to the infant while breastfeeding. Hence, use it only upon your doctor's recommendation.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
It is not known whether Thrombophob-Gel may cause harm to the infant while breastfeeding. Hence, use it only upon your doctor's recommendation.
Allergy
Avoid using Thrombophob-Gel if you are previously allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of serious allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Although Thrombophob-Gel is a topical preparation, use in pregnant women is only accepted by doctor's recommendation. It is not known whether this medicine may cause harm to the infant while breastfeeding. Hence, use it only upon your doctor's recommendation.
Breast-feeding
It is not known whether Thrombophob-Gel may cause harm to the infant while breastfeeding. Hence, use it only upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings
External use only
Thrombophob-Gel is meant for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth or broken skin. In the case of accidental contact, thoroughly wash your eyes, nose or mouth with water.
Use in children
Use Thrombophob-Gel in children only under the recommendation of a doctor.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of Thrombophob-Gel as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
An overdose of Thrombophob-Gel is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period of time in large volumes. 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 Thrombophob-Gel to the affected areas as instructed by the doctor. Always clean and dry the affected areas before application. Wash your hands before and after the application, unless hands are affected. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth or broken skin. Finish your prescribed period of treatment, even if the condition gets better.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Thrombophob-Gel is an anticoagulant that thins the blood and breaks down the clot.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Topical anticoagulant
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 17 May 2021
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