Healace Gel
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Product introduction
Healace Gel is used in the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers that occur as a complication of diabetes. It helps in the quick healing of the sores (ulcers) of the leg, ankle, or foot of diabetic patients.
Healace Gel reduces the healing time and promotes skin regeneration by formation of new skin cells at the site of the wound. Follow the doctor's advice and use proper footwear to increase the effectiveness of the medicine.
It may cause few side effects such as skin irritation, rash, and pain.
Uses of Healace Gel
Benefits of Healace Gel
In Diabetic foot ulcers
Diabetic foot ulcers are painful open sores or wounds that usually occur in diabetic patients on the leg, ankle, bottom, or top portion of the foot or on the tips of the toes. If severely infected, hospitalization may also be needed in such patients. Healace Gel is used for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers. The antimicrobial properties of this medicine help in the prevention of infection, promote healing, and help in the formation of healthy skin. Keep the affected area clean. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Healace Gel
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Healace
- Skin irritation
- Rash
- Pain
How to use Healace Gel
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 apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Healace Gel works
Healace Gel works by releasing a growth factor that causes skin regeneration in diabetic foot ulcer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Healace Gel during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Healace Gel during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Healace Gel?
If you miss a dose of Healace Gel, please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Use it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
- Make sure that ulcer area is clean properly before applying the medication.
- Few tips for good foot care:
- Wash your feet properly with lukewarm water and apply moisturizer to prevent cracking.
- Wear comfortable shoes and avoid shoes with high heels and pointed toe.
- look for cuts, sores, burns, and redness while examining your feet.
- Avoid the use of heat pads on the feet.
- Make sure to not put pressure on the affected foot while standing or walking.
- Dress the ulcer area properly to keep it clean and warm.
- Put your feet up and avoid crossed legs while sitting.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
6-kDa polypeptide growth factor
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
HORMONES
Action Class
Recombinant human epidermal growth factor (rhEGF)- Diabetic foot ulcer
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Healace Gel
Once A Day
94%
Thrice A Day
3%
Twice A Day
3%
What are you using Healace Gel for?
Others
100%
How much was the improvement?
Average
50%
Excellent
33%
Poor
17%
What were the side-effects while using Healace Gel?
No Side Effec*
67%
Skin irritati*
33%
*No Side Effect, Skin irritation
How do you take Healace Gel?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Healace Gel on price
Not Expensive
67%
Average
33%
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Hong J, Jung H, Kim Y. Recombinant Human Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) to Enhance Healing for Diabetic Foot Ulcers. Annals of Plastic Surgery. 2006;56(4):394-98. [Accessed 06 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Virchow Biotech Pvt Ltd
Address: Plot No 319, 320, 3rd floor East Avenue Swamy Ayappa Society Madhapur, Hyderabad – 500081
Country of origin: India
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