Contractubex is a gel used to treat scars by improving the quality of healing and preventing them from increasing in size and becoming large and irregular. Contractubex should not be used by people who are allergic to any of the components of the formula. In addition, it should also not be used by pregnant women without the doctor`s instructions. 1. WHAT IS THIS MEDICINE USED FOR? Your doctor has prescribed Contractubex® to treat scars to improve the quality of healing and prevent the appearance of hypertrophic (increased size) and keloid (increased and irregularly shaped scars). 2. HOW DOES THIS MEDICINE WORK? Contractubex® is a combined product based on EClaC (Allii cepae L. extract), allantoin and heparin. Eclac acts as an anti-inflammatory agent and has an antiallergic and antibacterial effect. These properties stimulate skin repair and include the formation of abnormal scars. Heparin has anti-inflammatory, antiallergic, antiproliferative properties and promotes hydration of hardened tissues, which leads to the relaxation of scars.
Allantoin has healing, keratolithic (prevents the formation of keratin) properties in the skin, moisturizers, epiteliators (tissue forming) and anti-irritant properties. In addition, allantoin has a softening effect, which reduces the itching associated with the formation of scars. Together, these assets promote a high impact on reducing scar formation. 3. WHEN SHOULD I NOT USE THIS MEDICINE? Contractubex should® not be used by people who are allergic to the components of the formula. This medicine should not be used by pregnant women without medical advice or by the dentist. 4. WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW BEFORE USING THIS MEDICINE? Warnings: Avoid local irritations such as intense cold, ultraviolet light or very strong massages during the treatment of new scars.
Contractubex® contains methylparaben, which can cause allergic reactions. Contractubex® contains sorbic acid, which can cause allergic skin reactions. Pregnancy This medicine should not be used by pregnant women without medical advice or by the dentist. Lactation There are no specific restrictions for use in lactation (lactation). Pediatrics There are no specific restrictions on its use in children. Geriatrics (elderly) There are no specific restrictions on use in elderly liver/kidney failure – there are no specific restrictions on use in people with liver (liver disease) or kidney failure (kidney disease). Doping is not a known doping effect. Interference in laboratory tests is not known. Drug interactions: The interactions between Contractubex® Gel and other topical drugs are not yet known.
Tell your doctor or dentist if you are taking any other medicines. 5. WHERE, HOW AND FOR HOW LONG CAN I STORE THIS MEDICINE? Store Contractubex® in a cool place at room temperature (15 to 30 ° C). This medicine is valid for 24 months from the date of manufacture. Batch number and date of manufacture as well as expiry date: see packaging. You should not use medicines whose shelf life has expired. For your safety, keep the medicine in its original packaging. All medications should be kept out of the reach of children.
6. HOW SHOULD I USE THIS MEDICINE This medicine should only be administered as recommended to avoid unnecessary risks. In general, Contractubex® is used locally 2 times a day or on medical advice. Apply the product to the skin or scarified tissue (with wounds) with a moderate massage until the gel is completely absorbed. For old or hardened scars, the product can be applied at night with protective gauze. Depending on the size of the scar or contracture, a treatment of several weeks is necessary. When treating scars, avoid skin irritation, para. B example extreme cold, ultraviolet light or strong massages. For more recent scars, it is appropriate to use Contractubex® 7-10 days after removal of surgical stitches or as directed by the doctor. .