Description

Hirudoid Gel is a local anti-coagulant preparation which, when applied to the skin, relieves pain and inflammation in addition to promoting healing in superficial thrombophlebitis (inflammation of the veins) and bruising (including haematoma).

Directions:

• Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
• Before use, pierce the tube seal with the spiked top of the cap.
• The amount of gel you use will depend on the size of the area being treated.
• Apply 2-6 inches (5-15 cm) of gel as a thin layer to the affected area at any one time.
• You can apply Hirudoid Gel up to four times a day.
• Do not exceed this dose.
• If the area is tender to touch, you can apply the gel to the skin surrounding the affected area.
• Remember to wash your hands after applying Hirudoid Gel, unless this is the area being treated.
• If you accidentally swallow some of this gel, it is unlikely to be serious. However, you should contact your doctor or a hospital casualty department.

External use only. Do not swallow.

Ingredients: 

The active substance is 0.3% w/w heparinoid.
The other ingredients are isopropyl alcohol, polyacrylic acid, propylene glycol (E1520), purified water
and sodium hydroxide.