ScarFix 0.5% – 20gm

ScarFix gel is indicated for following scar treatment:

• hypertrophic and keloid scars
• scar that occurs after surgery
• scar that occurs after amputation, burns and trauma
• scar due to traumatic tendon contracture

• Pharmacology

  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.

  Dosage & Administration

  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.

  Use in Children: Allantoin gel is safe and tolerable from 6 months of age.

  Interaction

  ScarFix is not known to affect, or to be affected by, other medicines.

  Contraindications

  Contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to any of the ingredients.