Unithromb Ointment

Short Description

Unithromb Ointment is a combination of two medicines used to treat superficial thrombophlebitis (inflammation or swelling of a vein due to a blood clot). It helps to relieve pain and inflammation by speeding up the healing process.

Dosage Form

Ointment

Introduction

Unithromb Ointment is a combination of two medicines used to treat superficial thrombophlebitis (inflammation or swelling of a vein due to a blood clot). It speeds up the dissolution of the blood clot, decreasing the pain and swelling. It should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. This medicine is for external use only. The affected area must be clean and dry before applying this medicine. Make sure to wash your hands before and after applying this medicine. Unithromb Ointment is generally safe to use with minimal or no side effects. However, slight irritation, burning sensation or redness may be experienced after applying this medicine over the affected area. This is usually temporary and resolves on its own. Please consult your doctor if it does not subside or persists for a longer duration. Avoid contact of this medicine with broken skin. If you get it in your eyes, mouth or broken skin, rinse thoroughly with plenty of water.

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed

Alcohol Warning

No interaction found/established

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Unithromb Ointment during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Warning

Information regarding the use of Unithromb Ointment during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Unithromb Ointment is a combination of two medicines: Benzyl Nicotinate and Heparin. Benzyl Nicotinate is a vasodilator and Heparin is an anticoagulant. Together, they work by widening the blood vessels and dissolving/preventing the formation of blood clots. This increases blood flow to the affected area thereby relieving the associated symptoms.

Use it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor Apply it on the affected area as instructed by your doctor Wash your hands properly with soap before and after applying the medicine Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, nose or any mucous membrane and rinse thoroughly in case of accidental contact or seek medical help in case of ingestion It makes your skin more sensitive toward sunlight. Apply sunscreen or wear protective clothing while going out