Gel from varicose veins is used both for the prevention and for the complex treatment of this ailment. It can also help after surgery. It is important to choose the correct composition of the remedy, depending on the degree of the disease and possible contraindications.
Why are anti varicose gels good?
External remedies for varicose veins are necessarily included in the therapeutic course. The best solution here is a gel or cream-gel for varicose veins.
They have an acid-base balance close to human skin, are easy to apply and absorb, do not clog pores and do not stain clothes.
Gel formulations contain special substances that allow the active ingredients to quickly penetrate into the tissues of the body.
Anti-varicose gels are recommended for the following ailments:
- venous insufficiency;
- swelling and bruising, vascular "asterisks";
- varicose veins;
- phlebitis and thrombophlebitis;
- bruises and traumatic injuries;
- hemorrhoidal cones.
Which gel is effective for varicose veins in a particular case is decided by a phlebologist or vascular surgeon. After all, the effectiveness of the drug depends on the stage of the disease and possible side effects. Even external agents have contraindications.
What do gels contain for varicose veins on the legs?
Depending on the active ingredients, such external agents can be divided into the following subgroups:
- With a component that improves vascular permeability and prevents platelet soldering, which reduces the risk of blood clots. These gels also reduce swelling and inflammation.
- Phlebotonicsbased on plant extracts. They relieve swelling, improve the movement of blood in the vessels, preventing venous congestion. There are many similar preparations, most often they contain horse chestnut extract.
- Anti-inflammatory.May be non-steroidal or contain corticosteroids. The former relieve inflammation and swelling, the latter additionally constrict blood vessels, have antiallergic effect and prevent the appearance of scars.
Combined remedies are often used. Due to their extended composition, they simultaneously have tonic, anti-inflammatory and vascular strengthening properties. For example, one such combined preparation, in addition to plant extracts, contains bee venom and antler concentrate, and as part of another preparation, extracts from pine bark and red grapes, menthol.
Anti-varicose gels are prescribed even in advanced cases: they treat trophic ulcers and relieve leg fatigue. After surgery, such remedies help to improve the blood supply to the tissues and relieve swelling.
Although it is impossible to completely cure varicose veins with the help of the gel, such drugs are capable of slowing down the disease in the early stages. It is also good to use them for prophylaxis for people prone to illness or spending a lot of time on their feet.