ScarFix Gel
Allantoin topical
20 gm
Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
| Pack size | 1's pack |
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| Retail Price | 250.00 AED |
Indications
ScarFix Gel is used for:
Hypertrophic and keloid scars, scar that occurs after surgery, scar that occurs after amputation, burns and trauma, scar due to traumatic tendon contracture
Adult Dose
Topical
Allantoin gel should be applied once daily for at least 8 weeks on the new scars and for 3-6 months on existing scars.
Continue with a circular motion until the gel is completely absorbed.
Treatment may take several weeks or months depending on size of existing scars and contracture.
It should be used as soon as wound has closed. Don't use Allantoin gel on stitches - wait until any stitches have been removed.
Child Dose
Renal Dose
Administration
Contra Indications
Contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to any of the ingredients.
Precautions
Avoid contact with eyes, the inside of the nose or mouth and other mucous membranes.
For external use only.
Pregnancy-Lactation
There are no studies conducted during the pregnancy and lactation periods. Therefore, it should be used with caution.
Interactions
This product is not known to affect, or to be affected by, other medicines.
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Allantoin topical :
Allantoin gel is generally well tolerated even on long-term use. In rare cases, some local irritations are reported such as slight erythema and itching.
Mechanism of Action
Allantoin gel stimulates cellular proliferation. It also supports the development of healthy cells. Allantoin is convenient substance for the treatment of scar through its properties of stimulating epithelization and providing elastic surface formation. Allantoin gel also contains extract of allium cepa which is derived from the membrane of allium cepa (onion membrane). It shows antiphlogistic effects through inhibition of in inflammatory mediators' secretion and anti-allergenic effect. Extract of Allium cepa inhibits growth of fibroblast of different origin, particularly kelloidal fibroblasts. It has also bactericidal effect. While these properties stimulate primary wound healing, it prevents non-physiological scar formation.
Note
ScarFix 20 gm Gel manufactured by Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.. Its generic name is Allantoin topical. ScarFix is availble in Bangladesh.
Farmaco BD drug index information on ScarFix Gel is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.