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HIRUDOID FORTE 4.45 mg/g GEL

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Andrei Popov

General medicinePain medicine7 years of experience

Dr. Andrei Popov is a General Practitioner with specialized training in chronic pain. He provides online consultations for adult patients in Spain and other European countries.

Dr. Popov understands that seeking help with weight-related concerns or pain that has persisted for months can be difficult. Many patients come to him after trying different approaches without feeling truly heard. During the consultation, the doctor creates a comfortable and supportive, non-judgmental environment where the patient’s medical history can be discussed in detail, questions can be answered, and the next steps can be decided together.

Weight Management and Metabolic Health

Dr. Popov can help assess overweight, obesity, and related conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or metabolic disorders. During the consultation, the patient’s medical history, test results, current medications, and previous treatments will be reviewed.

If you would like to learn about possible medication options or have already started treatment, the doctor can assess your situation, review the effectiveness and tolerability of the therapy, and clearly explain its benefits, potential risks, and alternatives.

Not every patient requires the same treatment. A consultation does not guarantee a prescription — it provides an objective medical assessment and a plan tailored to your individual situation.

Pain and General Medicine

You can also consult Dr. Popov regarding:

* chronic pain, migraines, neuralgia, and fibromyalgia;

* back, neck, lower back, or joint pain;

* hypertension, diabetes, and follow-up of chronic conditions;

* review of test results, medical reports, and current treatment;

* preventive medicine and a second medical opinion.

How the Consultation Works

The video consultation lasts up to 30 minutes. The doctor will listen carefully, review the information you provide, and explain the next steps in clear and understandable language.

If additional tests, an in-person consultation, or urgent medical care are required, the doctor will inform you directly.

Dr. Popov’s goal is to make sure the patient feels heard and leaves the consultation with a clear understanding of their condition and the next steps they can take.

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About the medicine

How to use HIRUDOID FORTE 4.45 mg/g GEL

Contents of the leaflet

  1. Introduction
  2. What Hirudoid Forte is and what it is used for
  3. What you need to know before using Hirudoid Forte
  4. How to use Hirudoid Forte
  5. Possible side effects
  6. Storage of Hirudoid Forte
  7. Package contents and additional information

Introduction

PACKAGE LEAFLET: INFORMATION FOR THE USER

HirudoidForte 4.45 mg/g gel

Sodium chondroitin sulfate

Read the entire package leaflet carefully before starting to use this medication, as it contains important information for you.

Follow the administration instructions for the medication contained in this package leaflet or as indicated by your doctor or pharmacist.

  • Keep this package leaflet, as you may need to read it again.
  • If you need advice or more information, consult your pharmacist.
  • If you experience side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are side effects not listed in this package leaflet.
  • You should consult a doctor if your condition worsens or does not improve after 5 days.

Contents of the package leaflet:

  1. What Hirudoid Forte is and what it is used for
  1. What you need to know before using Hirudoid Forte
  1. How to use Hirudoid Forte
  2. Possible side effects
  3. Storage of Hirudoid Forte
  1. Package contents and additional information

1. What Hirudoid Forte is and what it is used for

Hirudoid Forte is a medication that contains sodium chondroitin sulfate as the active ingredient and has properties that favor blood flow.

This medication is indicated for:

local symptomatic relief of superficial venous disorders such as heaviness and tightness in legs with varicose veins in adults

local symptomatic relief of superficial hematomas caused by bruises in adults and children over 1 year of age.

You should consult a doctor if your condition worsens or does not improve after 5 days.

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2. What you need to know before using Hirudoid Forte

Do not use Hirudoid Forte

  • If you are allergic to sodium chondroitin sulfate or any of the other components of this medication (listed in section 6).
  • If you have significant coagulation disorders.
  • On mucous membranes, ulcers, and open or infected wounds.

Warnings and precautions

Consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting to use Hirudoid Forte.

  • It should only be used on intact skin.
  • Eye contact should be avoided.

In case of venous problems caused by blood clots (such as thromboembolism, obstruction of a blood vessel that hinders blood flow), it is recommended to apply the product gently and without massage.

  • It should not be used for a prolonged period or on very extensive areas of the skin.

Using Hirudoid Forte with other medications

Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are using, have recently used, or may need to use any other medication.

It is not recommended to apply other topical preparations to the same area without consulting your doctor.

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medication.

You should not use Hirudoid during pregnancy or breastfeeding unless your doctor advises you to do so.

Driving and using machines

No effects on the ability to drive vehicles or use machinery have been reported.

Hirudoid Forte contains propylene glycol

This medication contains 5 mg of propylene glycol per gram of gel. Propylene glycol may cause skin irritation.

This medication contains propylene glycol; do not use on open wounds or large areas of damaged skin (such as burns) without consulting your doctor or pharmacist first.

3. How to use Hirudoid Forte

Follow the administration instructions for the medication contained in this package leaflet or as indicated by your doctor or pharmacist. If in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

This medication is for topical use (exclusively on the skin). The recommended dose is:

Superficial venous disorders

Adults:apply a thin layer of gel or ointment to the affected area 2 to 3 times a day, distributing it with a gentle massage to facilitate penetration.

Wash your hands after each application to avoid unintentional contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

The average treatment duration is usually between 1 and 2 weeks. If symptoms worsen or persist after 5 days of treatment, you should consult a doctor.

Children under 18 years:do not use without medical supervision.

Hematomas:

Adults and children over 1 year:apply a thin layer of gel or ointment to the affected area 2 to 3 times a day, distributing it with a gentle massage to facilitate penetration.

Wash your hands after each application to avoid unintentional contact with eyes and mucous membranes. The average treatment duration for hematomas is usually less than 10 days. If symptoms worsen or persist after 5 days of treatment, you should consult a doctor. Children under 1 year:do not use without medical supervision.

If you use more Hirudoid Forte than you should

If you have used more Hirudoid Forte than you should or in case of accidental ingestion, consult the Toxicology Information Service. Telephone 91 562 04 20, indicating the medication and the amount ingested.

Accidental ingestion of large amounts of Hirudoid Forte gel due to its content of isopropyl alcohol may cause symptoms of acute alcohol intoxication.

In case of possible alcohol intoxication, special therapeutic measures should be initiated immediately.

If you forget to use Hirudoid Forte

Do not apply a double dose to make up for forgotten doses.

You should continue treatment as usual without taking any particular action.

If you have any further questions about the use of this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

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4. Possible side effects

Like all medications, Hirudoid can cause side effects, although not everyone will experience them.

It has been observed that very rarely (affects less than 1 in 10,000 patients), allergic reactions may occur at the application site, which can manifest as itching and irritation, and which disappear when treatment is discontinued.

Reporting side effects

If you experience any side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are possible side effects not listed in this package leaflet. You can also report them directly through the national reporting system included in the Spanish Medicines and Healthcare Products Agency (AEMPS) Website: www.notificaRAM.es. By reporting side effects, you can contribute to providing more information on the safety of this medication.

5. Storage of Hirudoid Forte

Keep this medication out of sight and reach of children.

Do not use this medication after the expiration date stated on the packaging after CAD. The expiration date is the last day of the month indicated.

You should discard the tube 12 months after the first opening. Write the opening date in the space provided on the box.

This medication does not require special storage conditions.

Medications should not be disposed of through wastewater or household waste. Deposit the packaging and medications you no longer need at the SIGRE collection point in your pharmacy. If in doubt, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and medications you no longer need. This will help protect the environment.

6. Package contents and additional information

Hirudoid Forte composition

  • The active ingredient is sodium chondroitin sulfate. Each gram of gel contains 4.45 milligrams of sodium chondroitin sulfate.
  • The other components (excipients) are isopropyl alcohol, sodium hydroxide, propylene glycol, polyacrylic acid, and purified water.

Appearance of the product and package contents

Hirudoid Forte is available in lacquered aluminum tubes containing 30, 60, and 100 grams of gel.

Marketing authorization holder

Laboratory STADA S.L. Frederic Mompou, 5

08960 Sant Just Desvern (Spain) [email protected]

Manufacturer

Mobilat Produktions GmbH Luitpoldstrasse 1

85276 Pfaffenhofen Germany

or

STADA Arzneimittel AG Stadastrasse 2-18

61118 - Bad Vilbel

Germany

Date of the last revision of this package leaflet: September 2021

"Detailed and updated information on this medication is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Healthcare Products (AEMPS) http://www.aemps.gob.es/"

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Doctor
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Andrei Popov

General medicinePain medicine7 years of experience

Dr. Andrei Popov is a General Practitioner with specialized training in chronic pain. He provides online consultations for adult patients in Spain and other European countries.

Dr. Popov understands that seeking help with weight-related concerns or pain that has persisted for months can be difficult. Many patients come to him after trying different approaches without feeling truly heard. During the consultation, the doctor creates a comfortable and supportive, non-judgmental environment where the patient’s medical history can be discussed in detail, questions can be answered, and the next steps can be decided together.

Weight Management and Metabolic Health

Dr. Popov can help assess overweight, obesity, and related conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, or metabolic disorders. During the consultation, the patient’s medical history, test results, current medications, and previous treatments will be reviewed.

If you would like to learn about possible medication options or have already started treatment, the doctor can assess your situation, review the effectiveness and tolerability of the therapy, and clearly explain its benefits, potential risks, and alternatives.

Not every patient requires the same treatment. A consultation does not guarantee a prescription — it provides an objective medical assessment and a plan tailored to your individual situation.

Pain and General Medicine

You can also consult Dr. Popov regarding:

* chronic pain, migraines, neuralgia, and fibromyalgia;

* back, neck, lower back, or joint pain;

* hypertension, diabetes, and follow-up of chronic conditions;

* review of test results, medical reports, and current treatment;

* preventive medicine and a second medical opinion.

How the Consultation Works

The video consultation lasts up to 30 minutes. The doctor will listen carefully, review the information you provide, and explain the next steps in clear and understandable language.

If additional tests, an in-person consultation, or urgent medical care are required, the doctor will inform you directly.

Dr. Popov’s goal is to make sure the patient feels heard and leaves the consultation with a clear understanding of their condition and the next steps they can take.

Book a video appointment
€86
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Yevgen Yakovenko

General medicine12 years of experience

Dr. Yevgen Yakovenko is a licensed surgeon and general practitioner in Spain and Germany. He specialises in general, paediatric, and oncological surgery, internal medicine, and pain management. He offers online consultations for adults and children, combining surgical precision with therapeutic support. Dr Yakovenko works with patients across different countries and provides care in Ukrainian, Russian, English, and Spanish.

Areas of medical expertise:

  • Acute and chronic pain: headaches, muscle and joint pain, back pain, abdominal pain, postoperative pain. Identifying the cause, selecting treatment, and creating a care plan.
  • Internal medicine: heart, lungs, gastrointestinal tract, urinary system. Management of chronic conditions, symptom control, second opinions.
  • Pre- and postoperative care: risk assessment, decision-making support, follow-up after surgery, rehabilitation strategies.
  • General and paediatric surgery: hernias, appendicitis, congenital conditions, both planned and urgent surgeries.
  • Injuries and trauma: bruises, fractures, sprains, soft tissue damage, wound care, dressing, referral when in-person care is required.
  • Oncological surgery: diagnosis review, treatment planning, and long-term follow-up.
  • Obesity treatment and weight management: a medical approach to weight loss, including assessment of underlying causes, evaluation of comorbidities, development of a personalised plan (nutrition, physical activity, pharmacotherapy if needed), and ongoing progress monitoring.
  • Imaging interpretation: analysis of ultrasound, CT, MRI, and X-ray results, surgical planning based on imaging data.
  • Second opinions and medical navigation: clarifying diagnoses, reviewing current treatment plans, helping patients choose the best course of action.

Experience and qualifications:

  • 12+ years of clinical experience in university hospitals in Germany and Spain.
  • International education: Ukraine – Germany – Spain.
  • Member of the German Society of Surgeons (BDC).
  • Certified in radiological diagnostics and robotic surgery.
  • Active participant in international medical conferences and research.

Dr Yakovenko explains complex topics in a clear, accessible way. He works collaboratively with patients to analyse health issues and make evidence-based decisions. His approach is grounded in clinical excellence, scientific accuracy, and respect for each individual.

If you are unsure about a diagnosis, preparing for surgery, or want to discuss your test results – Dr Yakovenko will help you evaluate your options and move forward with confidence.

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Lina Travkina

General medicine13 years of experience

Dr. Lina Travkina is a licensed family and preventive medicine doctor based in Italy. She provides online consultations for adults and children, supporting patients across all stages of care – from acute symptom management to long-term health monitoring and prevention.Areas of medical care include:

  • Respiratory conditions: colds, flu, acute and chronic bronchitis, mild to moderate pneumonia, bronchial asthma.

  • ENT and eye conditions: sinusitis, tonsillitis, pharyngitis, otitis, infectious and allergic conjunctivitis.

  • Digestive issues: gastritis, acid reflux (GERD), IBS, dyspepsia, bloating, constipation, diarrhoea, functional bowel symptoms, intestinal infections.

  • Urological and infectious diseases: acute and recurrent cystitis, bladder and kidney infections, prevention of recurrent UTIs, asymptomatic bacteriuria.

  • Chronic conditions: hypertension, diabetes, hypercholesterolemia, metabolic syndrome, thyroid disorders, excess weight.

  • Neurological and general symptoms: headache, migraine, dizziness, fatigue, sleep disturbances, reduced concentration, anxiety, asthenia.

  • Chronic pain support: back, neck, joint, and muscle pain, tension syndromes, pain associated with osteochondrosis and chronic conditions.

Additional care areas:

  • Preventive consultations and check-up planning.

  • Medical advice and follow-up consultations.

  • Test interpretation and diagnostic guidance.

  • Structured support for undiagnosed complaints.

  • Second opinion on diagnoses and treatment plans.

  • Nutritional and lifestyle support for vitamin deficiencies, anaemia, metabolic issues.

  • Post-operative recovery support and pain management.

  • Preconception counselling and postpartum support.

  • Immunity support and strategies to reduce frequency of infections.

Dr. Travkina combines evidence-based medicine with an attentive, personalised approach. Her consultations focus not only on treatment, but also on prevention, recovery, and long-term wellbeing.If during the consultation it becomes clear that your case requires in-person assessment or specialised care outside of her scope, the session will be terminated and the payment fully refunded.

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Nuno Tavares Lopes

General medicine18 years of experience

Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes is a licensed physician in Portugal with 17 years of experience in emergency medicine, family and general practice, and public health. He is the Director of Medical and Public Health Services at an international healthcare network and serves as an external consultant for the WHO and ECDC.

  • Emergency care: infections, fever, chest/abdominal pain, minor injuries, paediatric emergencies

  • Family medicine: hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol, chronic disease management

  • Travel medicine: pre-travel advice, vaccinations, fit-to-fly certificates, travel-related illnesses

  • Sexual and reproductive health: PrEP, STD prevention, counselling, treatment

  • Weight management and wellness: personalised weight loss programmes, lifestyle guidance

  • Skin and ENT issues: acne, eczema, allergies, rashes, sore throat, sinusitis

  • Pain management: acute and chronic pain, post-surgical care

  • Public health: prevention, health screenings, long-term monitoring

  • Sick leave (Baixa médica) connected to Segurança Social in Portugal

  • IMT medical certificates for driving licence exchange

Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes provides medical support for patients using GLP-1 medications (Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic, Rybelsus) as part of a weight loss strategy. He offers individualised treatment planning, regular follow-up, dose adjustment, and advice on combining medication with sustainable lifestyle changes. Consultations follow the medical standards accepted in Europe.Dr. Lopes also provides interpretation of medical tests, follow-up care for complex patients, and multilingual support. Whether for urgent concerns or long-term care, he helps patients act with clarity and confidence.

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Frequently Asked Questions

HIRUDOID FORTE 4.45 mg/g GEL does not require a prescription in Spain. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.

The active ingredient in HIRUDOID FORTE 4.45 mg/g GEL is organo-heparinoid. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.

HIRUDOID FORTE 4.45 mg/g GEL is manufactured by Laboratorio Stada S.L.. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.

Doctors such as Family doctors, Psychiatrists, Dermatologists, Cardiologists, Endocrinologists, Gastroenterologists, Pulmonologists, Nephrologists, Rheumatologists, Hematologists, Infectious disease physicians, Allergists, Geriatricians, Paediatricians, Oncologists may assess whether HIRUDOID FORTE 4.45 mg/g GEL is appropriate, depending on your situation and local regulations. You can book an online consultation to discuss your symptoms and possible next steps.

Spain has a well-developed healthcare infrastructure across major cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville. Pharmacies are widely available and operate under strict regulations, ensuring access to prescribed medications.

You can buy HIRUDOID FORTE 4.45 mg/g GEL in Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, or Valencia at any local pharmacy with a valid prescription.

To obtain a prescription, you can use Oladoctor:

Other medicines with the same active substance (organo-heparinoid) include HIRUDOID 3 mg/g GEL, HIRUDOID 3 mg/g OINTMENT, HIRUDOID FORTE 4.45 mg/g OINTMENT. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.

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