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Last reviewed: 03.07.2025

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Leg swelling in women occurs much more often than in men. This is primarily due to a love of high heels, which disrupt venous blood flow, as well as hormonal disruptions during the menstrual period. If your legs swell significantly and this problem bothers you, you need to consult a phlebologist. First, the specialist will try to find out what caused the fluid retention and only then prescribe therapy. The most common conservative remedies for leg swelling are creams and ointments.
Indications for use of cream for leg swelling
Cream for leg swelling is usually used if fluid accumulation in the lower extremities occurs due to the patient's professional activity, stress, hormonal cycle disorders, pregnancy. Of course, there are also such products that are prescribed for varicose veins or other diseases that cause swelling. By stimulating the outflow of fluid, such drugs help to quickly eliminate edema syndrome in the lower extremities. In addition to the main function, cream for leg swelling also fights other problems:
- Elimination of heaviness and discomfort.
- Refreshing and cooling feet.
- Reduces sweating and deodorizes.
- Stimulation of vascular tone in the lower extremities.
- Prevention of development of varicose veins.
Release form
Cream is the most common form of various drugs that help get rid of leg swelling. This can be explained by the fact that it is easier and simpler to use, it does not cause severe side effects (like, for example, diuretic tablets, long-term use of which remove potassium ions and other minerals from the body). In addition, some creams are used if you need to strengthen the capillaries, as they contain substances such as heparin and rutin.
Thanks to this form of release, the medicine is absorbed by the skin faster and gets into the tissues, so the effectiveness of the treatment is higher compared to other drugs. But it is worth noting that in some cases, the cream for leg swelling will only help relieve the symptom itself, but not cure its cause - the disease.
Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
Let's consider the pharmacodynamics of creams for leg swelling using the popular drug "Venitan" as an example.
This product contains β-escin, which is a mixture of triterpene saponins. They are obtained from horse chestnut seeds. They have anti-inflammatory, anti-edematous and venotonic effects. Escin also has antihistamine and antiserotonin effects.
This substance also suppresses the production of prostaglandin synthetase, which plays an important role in the development of inflammation. Due to the decrease in the activity of lysosomal enzymes that break down prostaglandins, the capillary walls are strengthened and their resistance increases. This helps to relieve swelling.
Venitan cream is great for compression therapy. It relieves tiredness and swelling of the legs.
There is no data on the pharmacokinetics of the cream for leg swelling "Venitan".
Names of creams for leg swelling
Venitan. The active ingredient is escin, a substance obtained from horse chestnut seeds. It has a venotonic, anti-edematous and anti-inflammatory effect.
It is used to treat leg edema, varicose veins, and venous insufficiency. Apply two to three times a day in small amounts to the affected areas of the lower extremities. To treat varicose veins, apply under an elastic bandage. The therapy usually lasts two weeks. If there is no relief during this time, consult a doctor.
Side effects from using the drug are rare. Sometimes the following may occur: allergy, bronchospasm, erythema, skin irritation. The cream is contraindicated in case of burns and open wounds, intolerance to the main components.
Mama Care (Mama Care). The product contains a special omega complex created for the care of women's feet during pregnancy. Thanks to this cream, you can prevent and relieve swelling of the lower extremities, which most often appears in the late stages of pregnancy.
The manufacturer of this cream offers its line of cosmetic products to all pregnant women. It is suitable for those with sensitive skin, as it is hypoallergenic. It does not contain preservatives or dyes. It can also be used to prevent the development of varicose veins.
The active ingredients of the cream are plant extracts: cypress, grapes, rutin, mint, as well as walnut oil and omega acid.
Sophia cream. The active ingredients are vegetable oils and oil extracts, as well as panthenol. For diseases such as phlebitis, thrombophlebitis and varicose veins, the cream should be applied in small quantities and rubbed in for about three minutes from top to bottom three times a day. Therapy can last for several months.
Contraindicated in case of intolerance to the components. It is safe and effective during pregnancy. No side effects from using the cream have been identified.
Guam DUO. An effective gel against leg swelling that has a cooling effect. The active components of this cosmetic product are plant extracts (red grapes, red algae), water from Noirmoutier, menthol and glycosaminoglycans.
Thanks to this complex of natural substances, the walls of blood vessels are strengthened, their tone increases, and blood microcirculation in them improves. The gel contains quite a large amount of lysine and vitamin C. They help to quickly relieve leg fatigue and reduce their swelling. To maintain the beauty of your legs, you need to use the gel daily.
The product is applied to the shins and massaged in to the top. The massage should be continued until the gel is absorbed into the skin. It is usually applied in the evening, but can also be used during the day.
Sanosan. A popular cream-gel with a cooling effect, due to the fact that it contains menthol. It copes well with swelling during pregnancy. It helps to relieve not only swelling, but also heaviness and fatigue. The active components of the cream-gel are also: jojoba oil, almond oil, shea butter. They help to make the skin of the shins and feet soft and elastic.
Apply once or twice a day (more often if necessary) with massage movements from the feet to the knees. Cream-gel "Sanosan" has passed all clinical studies, therefore it is completely safe for the health of a pregnant woman and the fetus.
Dr. Theiss Venen gel. The active ingredient is escin - an extract from horse chestnut seeds. Also included in the composition is calendula extract and perfume oil. It is an excellent venotonic. Thanks to its plant composition, it helps reduce capillary permeability, relieve swelling and inflammation.
Venen gel is contraindicated for use if there are open wounds on the skin, for children under 18 years of age and if there is intolerance to its components. During pregnancy, the drug can only be used on the recommendation of the attending physician. Apply twice a day, rub in with massaging movements.
Normaven cream. This product is recommended for use to relieve fatigue and swelling of the legs, maintain blood vessels in good shape, and prevent varicose veins. The active components of the cream are plant extracts (chestnut, ginkgo biloba, green tea, lingonberry, wormwood, arnica), lemon oil, menthol, vitamins C, A and E. Due to this composition, the drug relieves the feeling of heaviness in the legs, strengthens blood vessels, increases capillary resistance, relieves swelling and prevents its occurrence.
The cream should be rubbed in with light massage movements, starting from the shins and ending with the middle of the thighs. This massage should be continued for two to three minutes until the product is completely absorbed into the skin. Do not use if you are intolerant to the composition of the cream.
Mom comfort
This manufacturer offers a whole line of various products that help relieve leg swelling and effectively combat varicose veins. Mama Comfort creams are created specifically for women during pregnancy. They help to easily and easily care for the legs of expectant mothers and eliminate the problems that arise during pregnancy.
Thanks to the special formula of the cream for leg swelling "Mama Comfort", it fights the appearance of spider veins on the lower extremities. They are the first sign of the development of varicose veins. The composition of the drug contains only natural plant components that are completely safe for the patient's health (red grape extract, leech, horse chestnut extract, essential mint oil).
The features of this cream are:
- Pleasant cooling effect.
- Venotonic and capillary strengthening complexes that are included in the preparation.
- Safe components.
Apply daily to clean, washed skin of feet. Rub in with light massage movements until all cream is completely absorbed. No need to rinse. Repeat as needed.
Foot cream for fatigue and swelling
Anti-fatigue and anti-edema cream will be a real salvation if your legs start to hurt and swell at the end of the working day. To completely solve the problem, the product you choose should have some important properties:
- Combat heaviness in the lower limbs.
- Activate metabolic processes and blood circulation.
- Have a lymphatic drainage effect.
- Reduce swelling.
- Eliminate pain.
It is very good if the foot cream for fatigue and swelling also has some additional properties:
- Anti-inflammatory and antifungal effect.
- Will deodorize and tone your legs.
- Cool.
- Have a bactericidal effect.
The most effective creams for swelling and tired legs are those that contain the following components:
- Lavender, menthol, arnica or mint extracts - they soothe and relax the limbs.
- Fruit or lactic acid.
- Extract from grape seeds and horse chestnut.
- Oils that nourish the skin and heal minor wounds.
- Chamomile, tea tree, St. John's wort - normalize sweat secretion.
Cream balm for leg swelling
The cream balm is the best choice for people who suffer from varicose veins. The most popular product today is "Our Mother". With the help of the new formula, expectant mothers can easily prevent the development of varicose veins. The active ingredients of the cream balm are: troxerutin, extracts of horse chestnut, red grapes, hazel and leeches.
The product must be used regularly to achieve effective results. Apply to the skin with light massage movements. It is very important to do the massage correctly. Start with the shins, then, pressing slightly, move up the veins to the knee. The massage should last at least three minutes until all the cream is completely absorbed into the skin.
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Using Creams for Leg Swelling During Pregnancy
Everyone knows about swelling of the legs during pregnancy. This happens due to rapid weight gain, most of which is liquid. Water is not retained in the body immediately. At first, the first three months, this process is almost unnoticeable. Then the skin on the legs and arms gradually loses its elasticity, which leads to swelling.
Using creams for leg swelling during pregnancy will help to overcome this problem. Especially since many manufacturers today create entire cosmetic lines from completely natural and safe products. Among the most popular creams for swelling during pregnancy are: "Sofia", "Mama Care", Mama Comfort".
Contraindications for use, side effects and overdose
Due to the fact that such creams for leg swelling usually consist of plant components, there are practically no contraindications to their use. The only thing that is necessary is to carefully monitor that there is no intolerance to the active ingredients.
The most common side effects of creams for leg swelling are:
- Allergy (irritation, itching, rash, redness of the skin).
- Erythema.
- Bronchospasms.
Side effects from such drugs are quite rare. If you notice such symptoms, it is better to stop using the product immediately and consult a doctor (especially during pregnancy).
There have been no cases of overdose with creams for leg swelling.
Storage conditions and shelf life
Keep out of reach of small children. It is very important that the air temperature does not rise above +25 degrees. If these conditions are not met, the effectiveness of the drug may decrease.
As a rule, creams for leg swelling can be stored for no longer than two years. After this period, it is not recommended to use the products.
The best cream for swollen feet
The most effective cream for leg swelling due to varicose veins today is considered to be "Venitan". The main active component of this drug is dry extract of horse chestnut (escin), which has an anti-edematous effect.
This cream acts on the smooth muscle cells of the vessels. Due to this, a venotonic effect is achieved. This remedy can be used by both those who already suffer from varicose veins and those who want to prevent the disease.
Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Creams for leg swelling" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.