CEPAN Cream

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Sergey Ilyasov

PsychiatryNeurology7 years of experience

Dr Sergey Ilyasov is an experienced neurologist and qualified psychiatrist who provides online consultations for adults and adolescents. Combining deep neurological expertise with a modern psychiatric approach, he ensures comprehensive diagnostics and effective treatment for a wide range of conditions affecting both physical and mental health.

Dr. Ilyasov helps patients in the following cases:

  • Chronic headaches (migraine, tension-type headache), back pain, neuropathic pain, dizziness, numbness in limbs, coordination disorders.
  • Anxiety disorders (panic attacks, generalized anxiety disorder), depression (including atypical and treatment-resistant forms), sleep disturbances (insomnia, hypersomnia, nightmares), stress, burnout.
  • Chronic pain syndromes and psychosomatic symptoms (e.g., irritable bowel syndrome related to stress, vegetative-vascular dystonia).
  • Behavioral disorders and concentration difficulties in adolescents (including ADHD, autism spectrum disorders), nervous tics.
  • Memory impairments, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), emotional swings, and support for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Thanks to his dual specialization in neurology and psychiatry, Dr Sergey Ilyasov offers integrated and evidence-based care for complex conditions requiring a multidisciplinary approach. His consultations focus on accurate diagnosis, development of an individualized treatment plan (including pharmacotherapy and psychotherapeutic methods), and long-term support adapted to each patient's unique needs.

Book an online consultation with Dr. Sergey Ilyasov to receive qualified assistance and improve your well-being today.

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About the medicine

How to use Cepan

Contents of the leaflet

  1. Package Leaflet: Information for the User
  2. Cepan, Cream
  3. Read the package leaflet carefully before using the medicine, as it contains
    1. Table of Contents of the Package Leaflet
  4. What is Cepan and what is it used for
    1. Indications for use of Cepan:
  5. Important information before using Cepan
    1. When not to use Cepan
    2. Warnings and precautions
    3. Cepan and other medicines
    4. Pregnancy and breastfeeding
    5. Driving and using machines
    6. The medicine contains cetostearyl alcohol, sodium lauryl sulfate, ethanol, methyl parahydroxybenzoate, propyl parahydroxybenzoate
  6. How to use Cepan
    1. Recommended dosage
    2. Using more than the recommended dose of Cepan
    3. Missing a dose of Cepan
  7. Possible side effects
    1. Reporting side effects
  8. How to store Cepan
  9. Contents of the package and other information
    1. What Cepan contains
    2. What Cepan looks like and what the package contains
    3. Marketing authorization holder and manufacturer
    4. Date of last revision of the package leaflet:

Package Leaflet: Information for the User

Cepan, Cream

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Read the package leaflet carefully before using the medicine, as it contains

important information for the patient.
This medicine should always be used exactly as described in this package leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.

  • Keep this package leaflet, you may need to read it again.
  • If you need advice or further information, consult your pharmacist.
  • If you experience any side effects, including those not listed in this package leaflet, tell your doctor or pharmacist. See section 4.
  • If there is no improvement or if you feel worse, contact your doctor.

Table of Contents of the Package Leaflet

  • 1. What is Cepan and what is it used for
  • 2. Important information before using Cepan
  • 3. How to use Cepan
  • 4. Possible side effects
  • 5. How to store Cepan
  • 6. Contents of the package and other information

1. What is Cepan and what is it used for

Cepan is a cream for topical application to the skin. It contains four active substances: ethanol extract of onion, chamomile tincture, sodium heparin, and allantoin.
The medicine causes the scar to become more elastic, flatten, and fade. Using the medicine Cepan early enough prevents the formation of scars.
Cepan prevents the formation of hypertrophic scars. Additionally, it enhances swelling, softening, and relaxation of scar tissue, positively affecting collagen structure. The medicine easily penetrates deep into the scar.
The cream accelerates tissue regeneration, reducing the inflammatory response, and also eliminates the feeling of tension and itching.

Indications for use of Cepan:

  • local treatment of scars and keloids after burns and surgical procedures;
  • treatment of contractures;
  • treatment of eyelid scars;
  • treatment of scars after boils, ulcers, and acne.
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2. Important information before using Cepan

When not to use Cepan

Do not use the medicine if you are allergic to the active substances or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).

Warnings and precautions

If you experience any symptoms of hypersensitivity (such as redness, itching) at the site of application of Cepan cream, discontinue use and consult your doctor or pharmacist.
When using Cepan to treat eyelid scars, be careful not to get it into your eyes.

Cepan and other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines you are taking or have recently taken, as well as any medicines you plan to take.
No interaction between Cepan and other topical medicines has been found.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or plan to have a child, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.
There is no data on the safety of using the medicine in pregnant and breastfeeding women.

Driving and using machines

No effect of the medicine on the ability to drive and use machines, as well as on psychophysical performance, has been found.

The medicine contains cetostearyl alcohol, sodium lauryl sulfate, ethanol, methyl parahydroxybenzoate, propyl parahydroxybenzoate

  • Due to the presence of cetostearyl alcohol, the medicine may cause local skin reactions (e.g., contact dermatitis).
  • The medicine contains a maximum of 8.34 mg of sodium lauryl sulfate per gram of cream. Sodium lauryl sulfate may cause local skin irritation (such as stinging or burning) or exacerbate skin reactions caused by other medicines applied to the same skin area.
  • This medicine contains up to 160 mg of alcohol (ethanol) per gram of cream. The medicine may cause burning of damaged skin. In newborns (premature and full-term), high concentrations of ethanol may cause severe local reactions and systemic toxicity due to significant absorption through immature skin (especially under occlusive dressings).
  • The medicine contains methyl parahydroxybenzoate and propyl parahydroxybenzoate and may cause allergic reactions (possible late reactions).

3. How to use Cepan

This medicine should always be used exactly as described in this package leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist. If you have any doubts, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
The medicine is intended for topical application to the skin.
Cepan should be used after the wound has completely healed.

Adults and children:
unless otherwise directed by your doctor, apply a thin layer of Cepan cream to the scar, gently massaging, 2 or 3 times a day.
In the treatment of old and hardened scars, as well as in contractures, it is recommended to apply a small amount of cream to a sterile gauze and apply it to the scar for 30 to 60 minutes.
Depending on the age of the scar, treatment lasts from several weeks to several months.
The effects of treatment depend on regular use of the medicine. Treatment should be started as soon as possible after the appearance of the scar. Using the cream often allows you to avoid reoperation or transplantation.
If there is no improvement or if you feel worse, contact your doctor.

When using the medicine topically, overdose is practically impossible.
In case of accidental ingestion, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Missing a dose of Cepan

Do not use a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
If you have any further doubts about using this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
At the beginning of treatment, redness and burning of the skin may occur. These symptoms are rare.
If they occur, reduce the use of the medicine until they disappear. If reducing the use of the medicine does not make the skin irritation disappear, discontinue the medicine and contact your doctor.

Reporting side effects

If you experience any side effects, including those not listed in this package leaflet, tell your doctor or pharmacist or nurse. Side effects can be reported directly to the Department of Monitoring of Adverse Reactions to Medicinal Products of the Office for Registration of Medicinal Products, Medical Devices, and Biocidal Products
Al. Jerozolimskie 181C, 02-222 Warsaw
tel.: +48 22 49 21 301, fax: +48 22 49 21 309
website: https://smz.ezdrowie.gov.pl
Side effects can also be reported to the marketing authorization holder.
Reporting side effects will help gather more information on the safety of the medicine.

5. How to store Cepan

Keep the medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Store in a temperature below 25°C. Store in the original package.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the package. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month stated.
Cepan can be used for 6 months from the date of first use, without exceeding the expiry date stated on the package.
In this window, enter the date of first use of the medicine:
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste containers. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. This will help protect the environment.

6. Contents of the package and other information

What Cepan contains

  • The active substances of the medicine are: ethanol extract of onion, chamomile tincture, sodium heparin, and allantoin.

100 g of cream contains:
ethanol extract of onion (Alii cepae extractum fluidum)
20.0 g
chamomile tincture (Matricariae tinctura)
5.0 g
sodium heparin (Heparinum natricum)5000.0 IU
allantoin (Allantoinum)1.0 g
1 g of cream contains up to 160 mg of ethanol.

  • Other ingredients (excipients) are: a mixture of cetostearyl alcohol and sodium lauryl sulfate; liquid paraffin; white petrolatum; self-emulsifying mixture of mono- and diglycerides of highly saturated fatty acids and potassium stearate; glycerol; methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 218); propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 216); purified water.

What Cepan looks like and what the package contains

The medicine is a yellowish cream.
Package: aluminum tube, internally lacquered, closed with a membrane and a PE cap, containing 35 g of cream, placed in a cardboard box with a package leaflet.

Marketing authorization holder and manufacturer

Zakłady Farmaceutyczne „UNIA” Spółdzielnia Pracy
ul. Chłodna 56/60, 00-872 Warsaw
tel.: 22 620 90 81 ext. 190, fax: 22 654 92 40
e-mail: [email protected]
The content of the Cepan package leaflet is available in the Ulotka Audio system under the national, free phone number: 800 706 848.

Date of last revision of the package leaflet:

Online doctors for Cepan

Discuss questions about Cepan, including use, safety considerations and prescription review, subject to medical assessment and local regulations.

Doctor
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Sergey Ilyasov

PsychiatryNeurology7 years of experience

Dr Sergey Ilyasov is an experienced neurologist and qualified psychiatrist who provides online consultations for adults and adolescents. Combining deep neurological expertise with a modern psychiatric approach, he ensures comprehensive diagnostics and effective treatment for a wide range of conditions affecting both physical and mental health.

Dr. Ilyasov helps patients in the following cases:

  • Chronic headaches (migraine, tension-type headache), back pain, neuropathic pain, dizziness, numbness in limbs, coordination disorders.
  • Anxiety disorders (panic attacks, generalized anxiety disorder), depression (including atypical and treatment-resistant forms), sleep disturbances (insomnia, hypersomnia, nightmares), stress, burnout.
  • Chronic pain syndromes and psychosomatic symptoms (e.g., irritable bowel syndrome related to stress, vegetative-vascular dystonia).
  • Behavioral disorders and concentration difficulties in adolescents (including ADHD, autism spectrum disorders), nervous tics.
  • Memory impairments, phobias, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), emotional swings, and support for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Thanks to his dual specialization in neurology and psychiatry, Dr Sergey Ilyasov offers integrated and evidence-based care for complex conditions requiring a multidisciplinary approach. His consultations focus on accurate diagnosis, development of an individualized treatment plan (including pharmacotherapy and psychotherapeutic methods), and long-term support adapted to each patient's unique needs.

Book an online consultation with Dr. Sergey Ilyasov to receive qualified assistance and improve your well-being today.

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€106
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Anna Biriukova

Gastroenterology6 years of experience

Dr Anna Biriukova is an internal medicine doctor with clinical experience in cardiology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology. She provides online consultations for adults, offering expert medical support for heart health, hormonal balance, digestive issues, and general internal medicine.

Cardiology – Diagnosis and treatment of:

  • High blood pressure, blood pressure fluctuations, and cardiovascular risk prevention.
  • Chest pain, shortness of breath, arrhythmias (tachycardia, bradycardia, palpitations).
  • Leg swelling, chronic fatigue, reduced exercise tolerance.
  • EKG interpretation, lipid profile evaluation, cardiovascular risk assessment (heart attack, stroke).
  • Post-COVID-19 cardiac monitoring and care.
Endocrinology – Diabetes, thyroid, metabolism:
  • Diagnosis and management of type 1 and type 2 diabetes, and prediabetes.
  • Individual treatment plans including oral medications and insulin therapy.
  • GLP-1 therapy– modern pharmacological treatment for weight management and diabetes control, including drug selection, monitoring, and safety follow-up.
  • Thyroid disorders – hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, autoimmune thyroid diseases (Hashimoto’s, Graves’ disease).
  • Metabolic syndrome – obesity, lipid disorders, insulin resistance.
Gastroenterology – Digestive health:
  • Abdominal pain, nausea, heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux (GERD).
  • Stomach and intestinal conditions: gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), indigestion.
  • Management of chronic digestive disorders and interpretation of tests (endoscopy, ultrasound, labs).
General internal medicine and preventive care:
  • Respiratory infections – cough, colds, bronchitis.
  • Lab test analysis, therapy adjustments, medication management.
  • Adult vaccinations – planning, contraindications assessment.
  • Cancer prevention – screening strategies and risk assessment.
  • Holistic approach – symptom relief, complication prevention, and quality of life improvement.
Dr Biriukova combines internal medicine with specialist insight, offering clear explanations, personalised treatment plans, and comprehensive care tailored to each patient.
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Andrei Popov

General medicinePain medicine7 years of experience

Dr. Andrei Popov is a family physician with specialized training in the management of chronic pain. He provides video consultations for adults in Spain and across Europe: whether you have been living with pain for months that no one has been able to properly explain, or you need to resolve a health issue without waiting weeks for an appointment.

His approach is clear: to listen, organize your case, and provide you with a practical roadmap based on evidence-based medicine and adapted to your medical history and personal needs.

Pain: how he can help

  • Chronic pain (more than 3 months
  • Migraine and recurrent or high-intensity headaches
  •  Neck, lower back, back and joint pain
  •  Post-traumatic pain after injuries or surgeries
  •  Pain of neurological origin: neuralgia, neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia

General medicine

  • Frequent respiratory infections (cold, flu, persistent cough)
  • Hypertension, diabetes and metabolic disorders
  • Review of laboratory tests and MRI/CT reports (explained in clear language)
  • Preventive medicine and health monitoring
  • Second opinions and treatment adjustments (when clinically appropriate)

What the consultation is like
 Each session lasts up to 30 minutes. We review symptoms, medical history, medications and any tests you provide, and you finish the consultation with a clear treatment plan, defined next steps, and criteria to understand when follow-up may be needed. If warning signs are detected, he will clearly advise whether you need in-person care or urgent medical attention.

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Yevgen Yakovenko

Family 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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Taisiia Proida

Psychiatry7 years of experience

Taisiia Proida is a general practitioner with a specialization in mental health and a cognitive behavioral therapist (CBT), a member of the European Psychiatric Association. She offers online consultations for adults aged 18 and over, combining evidence-based medicine with an individualised approach to mental health care. She specialises in consultations and ongoing support for a wide range of mental health concerns, including: 

  • Mood disorders: depression, bipolar disorder, postpartum depression.
  • Anxiety disorders: generalised anxiety, OCD, panic attacks, phobias.
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and complex PTSD.
  • Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Assessment is provided only after an initial psychiatric evaluation and during a follow-up appointment.
  • Personality disorders and emotional instability.
  • Cyclothymia and mood fluctuations.
  • Schizophrenia spectrum and related conditions.

Dr. Proida combines clinical expertise with an empathetic approach, offering structured support based on evidence-based practices. Her work integrates CBT techniques with medical management, with a focus on anxiety and depressive disorders. She works with clients from different countries and cultural backgrounds, adapting her communication style and recommendations to individual needs. With experience in international clinical trials (Pfizer, Merck), she values clarity, trust, and collaborative partnership in patient care.

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Lina Travkina

Family 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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€75

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a prescription required for Cepan?

Cepan does not require a prescription in Poland. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.

Who manufactures Cepan?

Cepan is manufactured by Zakłady Farmaceutyczne "UNIA" Spółdzielnia Pracy. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.

Which doctors can assess the use of Cepan online?

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

How to buy Cepan in Spain?

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 Cepan in Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, or Valencia at any local pharmacy with a valid prescription.

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What are the alternatives to Cepan?

Other medicines with the same active substance () include Alantan-plus, Alantan-plus, Dermopanten. 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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