Product Description:
What Cepae, Heparin, Allantoin gel is and what it is used for:
Cepae, Heparin, Allantoin gel is used for the treatment of various types of scars after the wounds have healed.The
gel inhibits the growth of scar tissue and softens scar tissue. The gel
also reduces redness, swelling and pain (anti-inflammatory).It
is suitable for use in patients with movement-inhibiting, hypertrophic,
keloid (thick scars higher than the skin surface and sometimes with a
different colour than the surrounding skin) and cosmetically disfiguring
scars resulting from an operation, amputation, burn or accident.
Suitable in case of contractures, such as Dupuytren’s contracture
(persistently bent fingers) and traumatic tendon contractures, as well
as atrophic scars (scars lower or higher than the skin surface).What you need to know before you use Cepae, Heparin, Allantoin gel
Do not use Cepae, Heparin, Allantoin gel:
if
you are allergic to onion extract, heparin sodium, allantoin,
methyl-4-hydroxy benzoates (parabens), sorbic acid, or other ingredients
of this gelWarnings and precautions:
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using the gel.This
gel contains paraben (methyl-4-hydroxy benzoate) that can cause delayed
allergic reactions. This gel contains sorbic acid that can trigger
local skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis).Other medicines and Cepae, Heparin, Allantoin gel:
No
interactions have been reported. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you
are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines.
How to use Cepae, Heparin, Allantoin gel :
Always use the gel exactly as described in this leaflet. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.Apply
the gel onto the skin several times per day and gently massage into the
scar tissue until the gel is completely absorbed.In case of old hard scars, the gel can also be applied overnight and covered with a bandage.The treatment can last for several weeks or months, depending on the size of the scar or contracture.In case of fresh wounds, avoid physical irritants, such as extreme cold, UV radiation, or intense massage.Use
in children: When used in children aged 1 or older, it is recommended
to apply the gel on scar tissue once or twice per day.Using this medicine in children under 1 year of age is not recommended If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.Possible side effects:
Stop using the product and seek immediate medical attention if you develop urticaria, rash, swelling of the skin
