Varicose veins in the legs are a violation of the outflow of blood from tissues due to vascular stenosis and dysfunction of the venous valves. Stagnation of blood in the vessels leads to trophic changes, the formation of blood clots, deep ulcerative defects. The fight against varicose veins in the legs takes place under the supervision of a phlebologist, partly a vascular surgeon (venous specialist).
Several groups of drugs are used in the form of ointments, tablets for oral administration. The use of drugs is strictly found in the system, as the chances of a successful cure for venous problems are greater. When using only ointments or tablets only, the effect is incomplete.
What ointments or gels should be used to treat varicose veins in the legs and restore blood flow?
Main directions for the treatment of blood diseases
Therapy for varicose veins in the legs is complex and aims to solve several problems:
- Elimination of the inflammatory process. The release of special mediators leads to an inflammatory process in the tissues. Therefore, the visual increase in the lower extremities is pain, discomfort and heaviness.
- Removal of swelling. The venous-lymphatic outflow into the vessels is disturbed, fluid accumulates at the local level.
- Restoration of adequate blood flow to the legs. It is achieved by stimulating the full contraction of blood vessels and activating the work of venous valves.
- Relief of pain syndrome, severity of varicose veins in the legs, discomfort of another kind.
- Normalization of blood rheological properties. Restoration of sufficient fluid in connective tissue. Blood thinning should not be excessive.
The use of ointments, creams makes it possible to achieve results at the local level. Local violations are eliminated. Selectivity, however, does not allow us to combat the cause of the condition. This treatment is incomplete. Eventually, therapy comes down to restoring the functional activity of the lower extremities and preventing complications.
Groups of ointments and gels for varicose veins in the legs
Selection of pharmaceutical types of medicine is performed on the basis of the above instructions.
Elimination of the inflammatory process
It is performed using two drug groups: anti-inflammatory, non-steroidal origin as well as steroid drugs with general effect.
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (or NSAIDs) are used primarily.
There is no fundamental difference between them. These are ointments against the inflammatory component of varicose veins in the legs with a narrow spectrum of action. Apply 1-3 times a day depending on the severity of the process with light, circular motions. More intensive use is unacceptable for treatment purposes as the active ingredients begin to be absorbed into the bloodstream through large vessels.
Also do not use ointments based on anti-inflammatory drugs in the presence of trophic wounds. Open wounds do not allow the use of ointments against varicose veins in the legs. After epithelialization (healing) you can resort to using them.
The effect of NSAIDs is based on the ability to reduce receptor sensitivity to the effects of inflammatory mediators. Pain, discomfort and heaviness are eliminated.
Steroids are used as a last resort. Only if NSAIDs are ineffective. Inflammation, pain stopped, local tissue nutrition improved. It is not used in large quantities due to the possibility of causing general side effects.
Swelling Removal
Corticosteroid medication is used to treat edema. Complex agents with anti-inflammatory, venotonic and healing effects are also prescribed.
Restoration of normal blood flow in the legs with varicose veins
Ointments and gels with phlebotonic (venotonic) effect are shown. The effect of such drugs is based on the ability to stimulate the contraction of the vascular walls, the work of the venous valves.
Some substances are stronger than others due to the higher concentration of the active ingredient. It is better to trust the doctor in the matter of choice, he chooses an ointment based on "neglect" of the condition.
Application course. Do not rely on a quick result, it is achieved after a few weeks. The manufacturers themselves point out the need for complex use with tablet medicine. The duration of a therapeutic course is 25-30 days, then a break and a new course. The frequency is not limited, it is determined by the severity of the general condition. The launched process requires almost continuous use of ointments against varicose veins in the legs.
Removing Pain Syndrome
Discomfort, pain are eliminated with the help of local analgesics. These are complex agents for the simultaneous control of pain and inflammation. There are few pure painkillers in the form of an ointment or cream on the pharmaceutical market.
The range of application of these ointments, gels, creams is wide and is not limited to varicose veins in the legs. They are used according to the instructions up to 3 times a day for 7-12 days, so a break is required. The appointment of analgesics alone is impractical. They stop the symptoms, fight the consequences when the cause is not affected.
Normalization of blood rheological properties
Assumes the appointment of venotonics as well as blood thinners. However, these agents are used with caution as it is possible to increase the permeability of blood vessels, the development of their fragility and as a result local bleeding, hematomas, worsening of varicose veins in the legs.
Complex ointments for varicose veins in the legs
These drugs have a systemic effect. They solve several problems at once. In the case of early treatment of varicose veins in the legs, this is particularly convenient: it is not necessary to buy dozens of ointments, apply them every hour. The most suitable drug is selected by a specialist.
Basic Principles of Therapy
How to apply ointments and gels correctly to varicose veins in the legs to achieve maximum effect in a short time?
- Do not prescribe treatment yourself. It is necessary to take into account the mass of shades. If you have varicose veins in your legs, consult a phlebologist, surgeon or vascular surgeon.
- Follow your doctor's instructions and advice. When an inadequate dose is prescribed, the therapeutic effect will not occur. An excess of ointment will lead to penetration of active ingredients into the bloodstream, side effects will occur. The beneficial effect will no longer be.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the ointment. In the absence of improvement, consult a physician again to revise the course. The approximate period after which it is possible to assess the adequacy of the treatment is 7-10 days.
- If you experience side effects, including drug intolerance, ask for a review of the therapeutic course.
- Pain may indicate blood clots. To rule out the process, contact a specialist again.
Ointments, gels, creams for varicose veins in the legs are prescribed in combination with drugs in tablet form. Combinations of the ointments themselves are possible. For monotherapy, many of the names on the market are not suitable. To achieve a quality treatment effect, it is recommended to consult a doctor.