Heparin Topical
Description
Heparin Topical 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. Heparin Topical 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 Heparin Topical. 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 Heparin Topical 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.
QUICK LINKS:
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Heparin Topical
- Skin burning sensation
- Itching of skin
- Redness of the skin
- Skin irritation
Uses of Heparin Topical
What is it prescribed for?
- Superficial Bruises
- Thrombophlebitis
- Anal Fissures and Hemorrohoids
Read More
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionYou will start to see the healing process 5-10 days after treatment with Heparin Topical. But finish your prescribed period of treatment, even if the condition gets better.
- Duration of effectThe amount of time for which Heparin Topical remains active in the body is not clinically established
- Safe with alcohol?Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
- Is it habit forming?No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Heparin Topical.
- Usage in pregnancy?Although Heparin Topical 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.
- Usage while breast-feeding?It is not known whether Heparin Topical may cause harm to the infant while breastfeeding. Hence, use it only upon your doctor's recommendation.
Allergy
Avoid using Heparin Topical 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 Heparin Topical 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 Heparin Topical may cause harm to the infant while breastfeeding. Hence, use it only upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings
External use only
Heparin Topical 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 Heparin Topical in children only under the recommendation of a doctor.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of Heparin Topical 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 Heparin Topical 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 Heparin Topical 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
Heparin Topical is an anticoagulant that thins the blood and breaks down the clot.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Topical anticoagulant
Schedule
Schedule H
Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Heparin. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 11 May 2021].
Go.drugbank.com. 2021. Heparin | DrugBank Online. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 12 May 2021].
Medicines.org.uk. 2021. Hirudoid Gel - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). [online] Available at: < [Accessed 17 May 2021].
Information on this page was last updated on 17 May 2021
Disclaimer
We’ve made all possible efforts to ensure that the information provided here is accurate, up-to-date and complete, however, it should not be treated as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Practo only provides reference source for common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. The absence of a warning for any drug or combination thereof, should not be assumed to indicate that the drug or combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for any given patient. Practo does not assume any responsibility for any aspect of healthcare administered with the aid of information provided above. If you have any doubts about your medication then we strongly recommend that you consult with your doctor, nurse or healthcare provider. See detailed T&C here.