Gel Troxevasin: indications for use, use for hemorrhoids, varicose veins, bruises and bags under the eyes

Troxevasin is a drug related to angioprotectors and microcirculation correctors.

The drug is available in the form of a gel, 1 g of which contains 20 mg of the active substance - troxerutin.

The medicine is produced in aluminum tubes of 40 g.

Cosmetologists consider Troxevasin the most effective remedy in the fight against bags under the eyes. It contains substances that easily cope with swelling.

This drug is a vascular strengthener. Troxerutin is a flavonoid with vitamin activity, which has venoprotective and venotonic effects, as well as anti-inflammatory, decongestant and antioxidant.

When applied to the area under the eyes, the drug quickly penetrates the epidermis. After half an hour, the active component is released from the water-soluble base and is found in the dermis, and after 2–5 hours in the subcutaneous fat.

Troxevasin is available without a prescription. The shelf life from the date of production is 5 years if the medicine is released in an aluminum tube, 2 years - in a plastic tube.

Description of the drug Troxevasin ointment

Troxevasin ointment is a drug from the category of angioprotectors, which has a complex effect on capillaries and veins. It is a full-fledged remedy; in especially severe cases, it can relieve only severe symptoms.

Release form	Ointment or gel, used only for external use, contains a 20% concentration of the main active ingredient
Composition of the drug	Troxerutin (main active ingredient), trolamine, disodium edetate dihydrate, purified water, benzalkonium chloride, carboemer
Impact	Antioxidant, venotonic, anti-inflammatory, venoprotective, blood thinning
Indications for use	Blood vessel diseases, postoperative conditions, burn wounds (not open), hemorrhoids
Application diagram	The ointment is used externally 2 times a day, the best effect is obtained by combined use of Troxevasin ointment/gel and capsules for therapeutic purposes
Treatment courses	You can conduct 2-3 courses per year, each for 15-20 days

The modern form of release of the drug is Troxevasin Neo gel, the composition of which is supplemented with dexpanthenol. A regular gel has an absolutely identical composition to the ointment, but is considered more convenient to use.

Application

Instructions for use of Troxevasin include several ways to use the medicine. Always clean the area being treated before applying the gel. In most cases, the composition is applied in the morning and evening and gently rubbed into the sore spot with light, non-pressing movements. There should be no bleeding wounds in the areas treated with the gel, which will bleed more due to the action of the ointment.

After applying the ointment, hands should be washed thoroughly. It is unacceptable to allow the gel to come into contact with mucous membranes or eyes. When this happens, you must immediately rinse the affected area with cool running water. If after this the unpleasant sensations persist, then seeking medical help is required.

What does Troxevasin ointment help with?

Troxevasin ointment helps to cure most diseases of the veins and capillaries:

classic venous insufficiency, the course of which is accompanied by severe pain, limited mobility of the limbs and extensive swelling;
disturbances in the vessels and surrounding soft tissues of a trophic nature, which are directly related to rapidly progressing thrombophlebitis, varicose veins;
hemorrhoids, but only if the nodes are located externally;
retinopathy, which arose as a complication of diabetes mellitus, atherosclerosis and hypertension - only as an additional remedy in complex therapy.

Indications for use also include:

postoperative conditions when damaged/clogged areas of veins were surgically removed;
bruises of soft tissues with the formation of extensive bruises, hematomas;
back pain associated with congestion in the lower back and pelvis - for example, if a person is forced to spend a long time in one position (specifics of work activity);
burn surface, but only if there are no blisters, signs of suppuration, or weeping areas.

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For hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are caused by varicose veins of the hemorrhoids. Troxevasin ointment, used for hemorrhoids, allows you to get rid of congestion in the problem area of the colon and promotes the retraction of nodes. The manufacturer guarantees equal effectiveness of the drug for both external and internal hemorrhoids. Inflammation in the affected area does not prevent the medicine from working.

The product should be applied in the morning and evening, after the intestines have been emptied, and the problem area has been washed with warm water and wiped dry with a towel. Troxevasin ointment for hemorrhoids is carefully rubbed into the sore spot in a circular motion until completely absorbed. Relief is observed after 10 days of regular use of the product.

In addition to rubbing, the ointment can also be used in the form of applications to the affected area. To do this, a gauze swab is soaked in the drug and applied to the anal area for 15-20 minutes. This use of the drug allows you to speed up the healing process of damaged tissue.

Troxevasin for hemorrhoids, according to the instructions for use, can be prescribed even to pregnant women from the second trimester, as well as to elderly patients. The drug is particularly effective at the initial stage of damage.

As an independent, only medicine for hemorrhoids, using the gel is not effective. It is a component of complex therapy.

Composition of Troxevasin

The composition of Trokesvazin is multicomponent, but the main active ingredient is troxerutin - 20 mg per 1 g of the drug, which corresponds to a 20% concentration. The remaining components are contained in small quantities and are additional, not having a pronounced therapeutic effect:

trolamine – 7 mg/1 g;
purified water – 0.9 mg/1 g;
carbomer – 6 mg/1 g;
benzalkonium chloride – 1 mg/1 g;
edetate disodium – 0.5 mg/1 g.

Effect on the body

The high concentration of the main active ingredient ensures the following effects of Troxevasin ointment on the body:

Antioxidant – free radicals are neutralized in vascular cells, everything happens at the molecular level. The result is strengthening and thickening of the walls of capillaries and veins.
Venotonic – veins become smooth, impenetrable and elastic by increasing the tone of the smooth muscle components present in the structure of the vascular walls. Venous circulation is normalized, and blood stagnation in the vessels of the lower extremities is eliminated.
Anti-inflammatory - the inflammatory process is stopped not only in the walls of blood vessels, but also in the soft tissues surrounding them. This reduces the intensity of pain and increases the mobility of the limbs even with diseased veins.
Angioprotective – venous walls become denser and more elastic. Their natural resistance to unfavorable external factors (excessive physical activity, being forced to remain in one position for a long time, and so on) increases significantly, and the vessels begin to function stably.
Decongestant - eliminates swelling in the peripheral areas of soft tissues, which arise against the background of drip penetration of blood from weak, thin and weakened vessel walls.

Troxevasin has a positive effect not only on veins, but also on smaller blood vessels. After using the drug on the capillaries, the following effect is observed:

strengthening the walls;
relief of the inflammatory process;
decreased fragility and vascular permeability;
improving the nutrition of surrounding tissues and the capillaries themselves;
the risk of blood clots is reduced.

Thanks to this complex effect, literally after the first few uses of the drug, the patient’s pain becomes less pronounced and the intensity of swelling decreases.

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pharmachologic effect

Troxevasin ointment has anti-edematous, anti-inflammatory and tonic effects. The gel is also prescribed in the complex treatment of venous problems, especially when varicose veins and superficial thrombophlebitis occur. The ointment helps reduce capillary fragility and improves blood microcirculation, which provides tissues with adequate nutrition.

The venotonic effect is achieved by increasing the tone of the walls of blood vessels, which, under the influence of the drug, restore their healthy smoothness and necessary elasticity.

Excessive vascular permeability is also eliminated, which reduces swelling. Due to the venotonic effect, it is possible to get rid of blood flow disorders and blood stagnation.

The anti-inflammatory properties of the gel make it possible to eliminate the pathological process in the walls of blood vessels. Relieving swelling further contributes to this, relieving the affected area of pathological pressure. Swelling subsides due to the removal of fluid from the tissues that accumulates in the intercellular space. Venous blood, which penetrates there due to the increased permeability of the vascular wall, is also removed from the tissues.

Contraindications to Troxevasin

Troxevasin is contraindicated for use in:

gastric/duodenal ulcer;
open wounds, any damage to the integrity of the skin;
chronic gastritis, which is in the stage of another exacerbation;
if there is excessive sensitivity to the components of the drug or their complete individual intolerance.

If a long course of therapy with Troxevasin ointment is expected, and the patient has a history of renal failure, then such prescriptions are made only by a doctor and with great caution - it will be necessary to periodically check the functioning of the kidneys.

Contraindications will also be pregnancy (1st trimester), children under 16 years of age.

Troxevasin and alcohol: compatibility

No studies have been conducted on the compatibility of alcoholic beverages and Troxevasin, but doctors do not recommend experimenting. After all, when consuming alcohol-containing liquids, blood circulation increases; in addition, the drug also has a thinning effect, and the result can be hemorrhages from the still unstrengthened vessel walls, the formation of hematomas, and excessive swelling.

Side effects

It is extremely rare that side effects may occur during long-term use of Troxevasin ointment:

small rashes on the skin where the drug was applied;
itching and slight redness of areas with a rash;
excessive swelling of the skin;
formation of lesions identical to eczema.

If at least one of the listed symptoms appears, you must immediately interrupt the therapeutic course and seek qualified medical help - you will need, at a minimum, to adjust the prescriptions.

Overdose

Since the ointment is intended for external use, cases of overdose are not recorded and are not considered even theoretically. But if the drug was accidentally swallowed in large quantities, then it is necessary to immediately empty the stomach by inducing vomiting by drinking large amounts of clean water.

If the patient has a history of severe kidney pathologies, then dialysis may be necessary after Troxevasin enters the digestive system.

Can you be allergic to Troxevasin?

There is no allergy to Troxevasin, even with long-term use. But if a person has a history of excessive sensitivity to the components of the drug, then this phenomenon is quite possible. In this case, the allergic reaction will be present in the form of classic urticaria - severe itching, small rashes, redness.

Hives

It can be removed with conventional antihistamines such as Zodak, Tavegil, Suprastin and others. Treatment will have to be stopped.

Compatibility of Troxevasin with alcoholic substances

Troxevasin should not be used together with alcohol by either men or women.

However, there are periods before and after using a dose of alcohol during which they can be used:

men can use the ointment 18 hours before using the product and 8 hours after;
The time frame for women is longer - 24 hours before use and 14 hours after.

It is advisable to refrain from drinking alcohol for the entire period of treatment with the ointment, since the risk of harm to health is very high.

How to use Troxevasin ointment for leg veins

For veins on the legs, Troxevasin ointment is used 2 times a day: a small amount of the drug is taken on the fingers and gently rubbed into problem areas until completely absorbed.

The ointment can be applied under a tight bandage/gauze bandage or elastic stockings, if this is recommended/prescribed by the attending physician.

How to use for back pain

For back pain, the drug is used 2 times a day: it is applied in a thin layer along the spine and lightly rubbed. Troxevasin should not be used if the pain syndrome is associated with pinched nerves, progressive osteochondrosis, or inflammatory processes in the cartilaginous tissues of the vertebrae.

Usually, to normalize the condition, a 5-day course of using the ointment is required, because the main task in this case is to accelerate and stabilize blood circulation. In the future, you will need to lead a more active lifestyle, engage in physical exercise - this will prevent further stagnation.

For burns

The ointment is applied to 1st and 2nd degree burns that are mild and are not characterized by the formation of blisters and oozing wound surfaces. Troxevasin is applied to problem areas 1-2 times a day in a thin layer, already on the second day of use the following are noted:

reduction of swelling;
reduction in the severity of pain.

The drug significantly accelerates burn healing and restoration of the integrity of the epidermis by improving blood circulation in small blood vessels, which ensures a complete supply of oxygen and nutrients to the cells of the dermis.

For soft tissue bruises

The affected areas are lubricated with gel or ointment 2-3 times a day. It is necessary to apply 2-3 thin strips of the drug to the site of the bruise and distribute it over the entire surface of the lesion with light circular and rubbing movements of the fingers.

The duration of use in this case will be 5 days.

Is it possible during pregnancy and lactation?

No targeted studies have been conducted regarding the effect of the main active ingredient on the condition of the expectant mother and fetus or the newborn. It is generally accepted that Troxevasin can be used to treat varicose veins and external hemorrhoids only in the 2nd and 3rd trimester of pregnancy, and this is prohibited during lactation.

A course of treatment

Treatment of varicose veins with Troxevasin ointment or gel lasts at least 15 days, many doctors recommend extending it to 30 days. After the end of the specified period, you need to undergo an examination and find out whether there are positive dynamics, whether it is necessary to continue treatment or is it better to change the drug.

If during the first 7 days of therapy there are no positive changes (swelling becomes less, constant pain does not bother you, etc.), then you will need to consult a doctor - perhaps Troxevasin does not have the desired therapeutic effect.

special instructions

To obtain the desired therapeutic effect, you need to take into account special instructions for the use of Troxevasin:

Applying to open wounds and damaged surfaces is strictly prohibited;
if therapy is directed against hemorrhoids, then the ointment/gel can be applied only to the external nodes, after stopping/stopping bleeding from them and after hygiene procedures;
Contact of the drug with the mucous membranes of the oral cavity and eyes is strictly unacceptable;
to enhance the therapeutic effect, it is worth using Troxevasin ointment simultaneously with taking identical capsules;
when prescribing an ointment/gel against the background of influenza, scarlet fever, measles, you must additionally consume vitamin C (ascorbic acid).

The ability of the gel to quickly relieve puffiness is also used for cosmetic purposes. Apply a minimal amount of the drug to the area under the eyes in the morning, and this will get rid of the usual “bags”. It is advisable to do this only if the problem arises against the background of fatigue, lack of sleep, or stress. “Bags” under the eyes as a sign of kidney pathologies cannot be removed using this method.

Instructions for use against bags and dark circles under the eyes

Using Troxevasin to combat bags and bruises is simple and easy. The main thing is to follow the instructions and try not to get it on the mucous membranes of the eyes.

Mode of application:

Wash your hands well and remove makeup from your skin. If cosmetics have not been used, wipe the treated area with an antiseptic.
Take a cotton swab and squeeze out a small pea of the substance.
Do not stretch or pull the skin, trying to drive the medicine into the wrinkles. Apply the ointment to the desired areas, spreading evenly.
Leave the product on the problem area for 15 minutes. After this time, a film forms; remove it with a cotton pad soaked in warm water. First, blot a little to soften the film, then wipe. Do not rub immediately, this will injure the skin.

Remove the product; do not apply makeup over it. The greasy film will not roll off, but may leak when exposed to the sun.

After the procedure, wash your hands with soap if you accidentally come into contact with the gel. Do not allow the product to come into contact with the mucous membrane.

The remedy for dark circles under the eyes is applied 2 times a day for 3-7 days. If long-term use of the medicine does not help solve the problem, consult a therapist. Perhaps the problem is not cosmetic, but pathological.

If there is a pathological problem, Troxevasin will not help; bruises and bags will reappear. By eliminating the underlying disease, the aesthetic defect will also disappear.

With increased vascular permeability, it is recommended to combine the use of the gel with ascorbic acid to enhance the effect.

After the procedure, moisturizing creams are applied to previously treated areas. Troxevasin forms a film that slightly tightens the skin and also has a detrimental effect on the epithelium. A moisturizer will soften the tissue around your eyes.

Troxevasin ointment or gel – which is better?

When choosing what is best to use for treatment - Troxevasin ointment or gel, you should consider the following nuances:

both forms of release of the drug have the same medicinal properties;
the gel spreads well over the skin and is instantly absorbed;
the ointment has a dense structure and is difficult to spread, takes a long time to be absorbed;
in Troxevasin Neo gel, an additional component is dexpanthenol, and it is best used to treat bruises and burns.

Differences between Troxevasin and Troxevasin NEO

Troxevasin and Troxevasin NEO.
Photo: yandex.ru Drugs from the same brand line. They are not analogous to each other in composition. Troxevasin contains Troxerutin. Troxevasin NEO consists of the following active substances: Heparin sodium, Troxerutin and Despanthenol. Thanks to this composition, the drug has antithrombotic, angioprotective, venotonic and tissue regeneration-improving effects.

Indicated for the following diseases:

varicose veins;
chronic venous insufficiency with symptoms such as swelling and pain in the legs, a feeling of heaviness, fullness, leg fatigue, spider veins and spider veins, cramps, paresthesia;
thrombophlebitis;
periphlebitis;
varicose dermatitis;
pain and swelling of a traumatic nature (bruises, sprains, injuries).

Troxevasin is indicated from 3 years of age. Due to the rich composition, Troxevasin NEO is recommended for use by persons over 18 years of age. Both drugs are available without a prescription.

In terms of cost, Troxevasin NEO is more expensive than Troesevasin. Troxevasin NEO can be purchased in pharmacies from 276 rubles. per package.

Drug analogues

Effective analogues of Troxevasin ointment are the following preparations for external use:

Lyoton;
Troxerutin;
Ginkor;
Venabos;
Troxevenol;
Venitan forte.

They have an identical therapeutic effect, but have a number of individual contraindications, for example: Venabos should not be used for diagnosed stable hypertension, and Lyoton should not be used for infectious, fungal lesions of the skin.

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Troxevasin is one of the most effective drugs for external use, which successfully fights the initial stage of pathologies of veins and capillaries and reduces the severity of symptoms in severe forms of the disease.

Consumer Reviews

Marusya: During the session I slept little, of course, bags appeared under my eyes. The pharmacist recommended Troxevasin and said that it was better than innovative drugs and much cheaper. I bought it and was not mistaken in my choice. I spread it over the lower eyelid carefully, so as not to get it into my eyes, and applied it again in the evening. There were no bags in the morning. I used it for 3 days.
Olga: A neighbor brought the drug when she saw me in the morning with swollen eyes. I decided to try it, it won't get any worse. I read the reviews, many positive and negative. Helped me personally. Troxevasin got rid of the bags on the second day. The drug is not cosmetic, but medicinal. Therefore, consultation with a doctor or cosmetologist is necessary.

Useful video

Watch this video about the rules for using Troxevasin ointment, side effects and drug analogues:

Reviews from doctors

Alla Georgievna, ophthalmologist: I think Troxevasin is not the best remedy for edema. The drug is used for injuries and bruises. Its composition is not suitable for the delicate skin around the eyes. There are safer and more reliable means designed specifically to combat this problem, but this is not Troxevasin.
Yulia Evgenievna, cosmetologist: Many people really recommend this remedy for fighting bags, I am also one of these doctors. The drug is intended to get rid of circulatory problems, has certain contraindications and can provoke the development of side effects. It should be handled very carefully. I strongly do not recommend use for children and adolescents under 18 years of age. For others, Troxevasin can be recommended with full responsibility; it will not cause harm.

Ointments similar to Troxerutin

List of popular substitutes:

Troxerutin helps with problems with veins, a direct analogue of Troxevasin. It has a wide range of therapeutic effects, so it is used even in the later stages of the disease. Price – 330 rubles.
Venopaginol is an anti-inflammatory and antithrombic agent that helps to have a venotonic and antiprotective effect. Normalizes the activity of capillaries, regenerates epithelium and tissues. Price – 180 rubles.
In Venoruton, the active substance penetrates the walls of blood vessels, improving their plasticity. Has a cytoprotective and antioxidant effect. Price – 410 rubles.
Lyoton is an antithrombotic, anti-inflammatory and antiexudative agent that relieves swelling and prevents the release of fluid. Price – 540 rubles.
Troxevenol - due to a decrease in the permeability and fragility of capillaries, Troxevenol is able to have an anti-edematous effect. Thanks to this, the ointment is an excellent remedy for the treatment of venous insufficiency in the chronic stage. Price – from 100 rubles.
Venabos or Venarus - helps to heal varicose veins and its symptoms in the form of swelling, heaviness, and cramps in the legs. The drug is good for the treatment of postoperative hematomas that do not break the skin. Price – from 570 rubles.
Ginkor is intended for toning the veins, and since it is a combined remedy, in addition to it it has angioprotective properties. Overall, it improves venous blood flow and helps treat hemorrhoids and venous insufficiency in the legs. Price – from 220 rubles.
Venitan - has a venotonic and antithrombic effect, since it contains an anticoagulant - escin. Price – from 350 rubles.

Ginkor gel

Lyoton gel

Troxerutin gel

Troxevenol gel

Venarus

Venitan cream

Venoruton gel

Use in pediatrics

The use of the drug is officially permitted only after 15 years of age, however, in pediatrics, Troxevasin is very often used at an earlier age.

In general, no studies have been conducted on this matter, so side effects are kept silent, and the ointment is used for children when they receive injuries and bruises after playing sports.

For children, it is used only in exceptional cases and is not widely used as therapy, and a different ointment is prescribed that has a similar effect, but only with a safer composition.

It is strictly prohibited to treat newborns or young children with it.

During breastfeeding or pregnancy

In the 1st trimester, the use of Troxevasin should be completely abandoned, but in the 2nd and 3rd trimester and during the feeding (lactation) period, use is possible.

However, it should be remembered that it is prescribed only on the recommendation of a doctor and only if the benefit directly to the woman is much higher than the possible risk to the fetus.

The only indications are the formation of hemorrhoids and congestion in the pelvis. Moreover, they should be strong and manifest themselves in itching, constipation and pain. In all other cases, you should refrain from using the ointment.