Hirudoid Ointment 40 gr

It is a topical medicine formulated with sodium chondroitin sulphate, an active ingredient with a blood flow-promoting action.

It is intended for use in adults and children over 1 year of age seeking relief from superficial venous disorders, such as heavy legs with varicose veins.

Apply a small amount of ointment to the affected area, massaging gently until absorbed, about 2 or 3 times a day. Wash hands thoroughly after each application.

The duration of treatment will depend on the need:

- For superficial venous disorders: between 1 and 2 weeks.

- For haematomas: 5 to 10 days.

Do not use Hirudoid ointment:

- In children under 1 year of age, except under medical supervision.

- If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, unless recommended by a doctor.

- In case of allergy to sodium chondroitin sulphate or any of the other ingredients included in this medicine.

- On open or infected wounds, ulcers or mucous membranes.

- On very large areas of skin.

- If you suffer from coagulation disorders.

Hirudoid ointment may cause side effects, as with all medicines, but this does not mean that everyone will experience them. In this case, being a topical medicine, adverse reactions have been observed very rarely, which are: allergic reactions at the site of application, such as irritation or itching. These effects disappear when treatment is discontinued.

If you experience these or any other effects not listed in this leaflet, please consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Each gram of Hirudoid ointment contains 3 mg of chondroitin sulphate as the main active substance. The other excipients are: isopropyl alcohol, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E-218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E-216), thymol, potassium hydroxide, stearic acid, alcohol, ketostearyl alcohol, glycerol (E-422), myristic alcohol, lanolin and purified water.

Hirudoid is an ointment medicine formulated with chondroitin that improves blood flow, so it is used for bruises that cause bruising, tired legs or tightness, among other uses related to superficial venous disorders.

A cold-warm water bath can be given on the legs and then dried, massaging from the ankle upwards with a thin layer of medicine, for instant comfort or relief.

If you have any questions, you can consult our team of pharmaceutical experts.

The price of non-prescription drugs is set by law. In our online pharmacy you can buy this medicine at a discount of 10%, which is the maximum allowed by law.