{"product_id":"hirudoid®-forte-cream-445-mg-100-g-chondroitin-polysulfate-for-bruises-swelling-superficial-vein-inflammation","title":"Hirudoid® Forte Cream 445 mg\/100 g | Chondroitin Polysulfate for Bruises, Swelling \u0026 Superficial Vein Inflammation","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHirudoid® Forte Cream 445 mg\/100 g\u003c\/strong\u003e is a German topical medicinal product containing \u003cstrong\u003echondroitin polysulfate\u003c\/strong\u003e. It has \u003cstrong\u003eanti-swelling and anti-inflammatory properties\u003c\/strong\u003e and is used locally for blunt injuries with or without bruising (hematomas) and for superficial vein inflammation when compression treatment cannot be used. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 100 g of cream contains \u003cstrong\u003e445 mg chondroitin polysulfate derived from bovine trachea\u003c\/strong\u003e, corresponding to \u003cstrong\u003e40,000 units\u003c\/strong\u003e of activity measured using activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT). \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce \u003cstrong\u003eswelling after blunt injuries\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps promote resolution of \u003cstrong\u003ebruises and hematomas\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-inflammatory topical action\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed for \u003cstrong\u003esuperficial vein inflammation\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful following bumps, contusions, and other blunt trauma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-strength \u003cstrong\u003eHirudoid Forte\u003c\/strong\u003e formulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCream base suitable for gentle application and massage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGerman pharmacy medicinal product\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eActive Ingredient\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePer 100 g of Cream:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChondroitin Polysulfate – 445 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquivalent to \u003cstrong\u003e40,000 units (APTT)\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe active ingredient is obtained from \u003cstrong\u003ebovine trachea\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIndications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to the German package information, Hirudoid Forte Cream is used for the local treatment of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlunt injuries (trauma)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInjuries with bruising or \u003cstrong\u003ehematoma\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInjuries without visible bruising\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperficial vein inflammation\u003c\/strong\u003e, when compression treatment cannot be used \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor superficial inflammation of veins in the legs, \u003cstrong\u003ecompression remains the primary treatment measure\u003c\/strong\u003e when appropriate. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnless otherwise directed by a healthcare professional:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply Hirudoid Forte Cream to the affected area \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 times daily\u003c\/strong\u003e, or more frequently if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on the size of the affected area, a strip of cream approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 cm long\u003c\/strong\u003e is generally sufficient. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor ordinary blunt injuries, gently massage the cream into the affected area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor particularly painful inflammation, apply the cream carefully to the affected area and surrounding skin and cover with a dressing if appropriate. In these situations, the cream \u003cstrong\u003eshould not be rubbed or massaged vigorously\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDuration of Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical treatment duration is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlunt injuries:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuperficial vein inflammation:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf symptoms have not improved after \u003cstrong\u003e14 days of regular use\u003c\/strong\u003e, or return after treatment is completed, consult a healthcare professional. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eActive Ingredient\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChondroitin Polysulfate – \u003cstrong\u003e445 mg per 100 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Ingredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBentonite, glycerol mono\/di(palmitate, stearate)-sodium cetylstearyl sulfate mixture, isopropyl myristate, preservative components, phenoxyethanol, 2-propanol, rosemary oil, tetradecan-1-ol, medium-chain triglycerides, and purified water. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hirudoid® Forte\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forte Cream\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 445 mg\/100 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive Ingredient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chondroitin Polysulfate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40,000 Units\/100 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Topical Cream\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrug Category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anti-Swelling \/ Anti-Inflammatory Topical Medicine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e STADA Consumer Health Deutschland GmbH\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germany \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Safety Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use Hirudoid Forte:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf allergic to \u003cstrong\u003echondroitin polysulfate\u003c\/strong\u003e, rosemary oil, or another ingredient\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn \u003cstrong\u003eopen wounds\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn damaged or injured skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn infants and children under 2 years of age \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGeneral Disclaimer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHirudoid Forte is a medicinal product. Use according to the manufacturer's package leaflet or healthcare professional guidance. New or unexplained leg swelling, significant warmth or redness, severe pain, or suspected deep-vein thrombosis requires prompt medical evaluation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lotus Pharmacy \u0026 Kids Boutique ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49445682479342,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/2682\/6734\/files\/Hirudoid_Forte_Cream_445_mg_100_g_Chondroitin_Polysulfate_for_Bruises_Swelling_Superficial_Vein_Inflammation.jpg?v=1787167698","url":"https:\/\/lotuspharmacy.us\/products\/hirudoid%c2%ae-forte-cream-445-mg-100-g-chondroitin-polysulfate-for-bruises-swelling-superficial-vein-inflammation","provider":"Lotus Pharmacy \u0026 Kids Boutique ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}