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Ointment from hematomas: what is the best to choose?
Last reviewed: 04.07.2025

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Ointment for hematomas is an effective remedy that allows you to treat any hematomas, bruises and contusions. Let's consider what ointments for hematomas are, how to use them correctly and, most importantly, when the ointment should be applied so that the hematoma quickly disappears.
Damage to blood vessels caused by trauma or injury is accompanied by painful changes, which causes a hematoma. A hematoma is a collection of blood under the skin caused by an injury. That is, a certain cavity is formed at the site of the injury, which contains the clotted blood. A special membrane is formed around this cavity, which does not allow the blood to return. If a small hematoma has formed, it will go away on its own after some time. If the hematoma is extensive and on an open area of the body, then medical assistance is required.
Ointment for hematomas is needed to treat abrasions and bruises with blood leaks under the skin. For the treatment of external hematomas, the simplest medicinal ointments and solutions are used, which promote faster recovery. If pain and discomfort are felt after the injury, then an ointment for hematomas with an analgesic effect is needed. In addition to ointment, it is necessary to use cold compresses and pressure bandages, which, like ointments, will promote faster healing and recovery.
If the hematoma is large, then one ointment will not be enough to treat it. In this case, you need to seek medical help. The doctor will prescribe a puncture to extract liquid blood from the hematoma. After this procedure, a pressure bandage is applied to the hematoma. If after a few days the hematoma has not resolved, then you need to start using an ointment for hematomas, as this will speed up the healing process.
If after a medical procedure, i.e. a puncture, the blood has collected again and formed a hematoma, then the procedure is repeated with stitches and bandaging of the bleeding vessels. If the hematoma has begun to rot, then it must be opened immediately. Since this can lead to serious and even irreversible consequences. Ointment for hematomas effectively helps with small hematomas, but for the treatment of extensive ones, medical care and ointment are needed, which is used for preventive purposes.
Ointment for bruises and hematomas
Ointment for bruises and hematomas helps them to dissolve faster. When choosing an ointment for hematomas, it is very important to study the medicines presented in the pharmacy, and even better, consult a doctor. So, some ointments help the blood to dissolve faster, and others also have an analgesic effect. This is relevant for painful hematomas and for the treatment of hematomas that were opened medically.
Let's look at the most popular ointments for hematomas that help effectively deal with a bruise.
- Heparin ointment - helps with bruises, hematomas and contusions. The ointment contains several active components that thin the blood and help reduce swelling. The main advantage of the ointment is that it effectively fights all the symptoms that cause discomfort and inconvenience with problems of this nature.
- Badyaga ointment - this ointment has many features. Therefore, before using it, you should consult a doctor or conduct a small test on an unaffected area of skin. The ointment is made from a freshwater sponge, which is the main active component of the product. It is necessary to use the ointment only if there are no scratches or cuts. Since the ointment can cause severe irritation.
- Ointment "Healing" - effectively resolves hematomas on any part of the body in a short period of time. Does not have an allergenic effect, absolutely safe for both children and adults.
Ointment for bruises and hematomas
The ointment for bruises and hematomas has a double effect. It effectively dissolves hematomas, reduces bruises and most importantly - has an analgesic effect. This is especially relevant for painful hematomas and bruises or injuries that are on the face and other delicate and very sensitive parts of the body.
The most effective ointment for bruises and contusions is an ointment with troxevasin. This remedy is used for problems and disorders of venous circulation. Also, this component relieves swelling and dulls pain. With the help of such an ointment, you can quickly cure any bruise or small hematoma. But, despite such an effective action, the ointment has a number of warnings. Thus, an ointment with troxevasin is not suitable for people with an individual intolerance to this drug. Since the ointment can cause an allergic reaction in the form of skin dermatitis, urticaria or eczema.
Ointment for hematomas on the face
Hematomas on the face can appear for various reasons. This can happen due to mechanical damage to the skin, that is, a bruise or a blow. An ointment for hematomas on the face will help to quickly cure this problem. Please note that hematomas on the face go away much faster than hematomas on other parts of the body. But still, it will take several days for the hematoma to go away.
The first thing you need to do when a hematoma appears on your face is to apply a cold bandage. Apply a piece of ice wrapped in a towel to the affected area. This is first aid for a hematoma before you go to the pharmacy and buy an ointment. The effectiveness of a cold bandage is that under the influence of cold, blood vessels narrow, that is, less blood goes under the skin on the face. But in addition to cold compresses, warm baths will also be effective. Due to the heat, blood vessels expand, and the blood does not stagnate in one place. That is, this is a guarantee that blood will not accumulate at the site of a bruise or bruise.
Any medicine that contains vitamin K can be used as an ointment for facial hematomas. This active component penetrates into the place where the blood accumulates and promotes its resorption.
Ointment for hematoma on the leg
Ointment for a hematoma on the leg helps to remove a bruise in a short period of time. A hematoma can appear due to a bruise or abrasion. It is very unpleasant when a hematoma appears under the knee or on the ankle, as these are the most painful areas. Depending on the depth of the hematoma, you can choose an effective treatment. A deep hematoma will not manifest itself immediately, it will appear on the second or third day after the blow.
At first, the hematoma is a reddening of the skin, which eventually becomes burgundy. A day later, the hematoma begins to turn blue, and a day later, it becomes green. Then the bruise turns yellow and gradually disappears. As a rule, it takes at least a week for the hematoma to go away on its own.
To quickly remove a hematoma from your leg, you need a medicine, that is, an ointment. The best option is to buy Lyoton ointment. This ointment speeds up the process of hematoma resorption, reduces swelling and works equally well on both subcutaneous and deep hematomas. The ointment should be applied to the affected area of the leg three to six times a day.
Ointment for resorption of hematomas
There are products that allow you to quickly and painlessly cure and remove any bruise or hematoma. These products include ointment for resorption of hematomas. The peculiarity of such a medicine is that it contains active components that quickly and effectively act on the affected area.
Hematoma resorption ointment effectively removes bruises, making the hematoma, bruise or contusion much smaller and less painful. The first thing to do when a hematoma appears is to leave the affected area alone. If you don’t have resorption ointment at hand, apply a cold compress to the affected area.
The most effective absorbent ointment is the one that contains leech extract. Healing occurs very quickly, swelling and bruising disappear. This is especially important if the hematoma has formed on the face and any other visible areas of the body.
Heparin ointment for hematomas
If you need to quickly get rid of a bruise, then you need heparin ointment for hematomas. The ointment has a beneficial effect on bruises and bruises, promotes rapid resorption of blood. This drug contains a substance that has an anticoagulant effect - sodium heparin. And such a component as benzocaine effectively removes skin sensitivity and minimizes painful sensations.
The course of treatment with heparin ointment for hematomas is from five to twenty days. Everything depends entirely on the complexity of the hematoma and on what part of the body it appeared. This ointment is used not only to treat hematomas, but also to treat hemorrhoids and thrombophlebitis. Also, sometimes it is prescribed to treat inflamed wounds. It is necessary to use the ointment several times a day. Apply to the damaged area with gentle rubbing movements. After applying the ointment, there will be a feeling of warmth and a slight burning sensation at the site of application, and slight redness of the skin is also possible.
Heparin has an antithrombotic and anti-inflammatory effect. The drug quickly affects blood plasma and prevents bruising. This ointment is recommended to be used immediately after a bruise, even before the hematoma has made itself known.
Vishnevsky ointment for hematomas
Vishnevsky ointment for hematomas has an anti-inflammatory and resolving effect. The ointment contains xeroform powder, which is an excellent antiseptic and successfully fights microbes and inflammation, which often occurs with bruises, bruises, scratches. The ointment also contains birch tar. This component enhances the blood circulation process, which improves the nutrition of soft tissues and prevents blood from stagnating in one place, that is, forming a bloody hematoma. Another important component of the ointment is castor oil. It helps the active substances that are part of the ointment penetrate into the deep layers of the skin and have a therapeutic effect.
Vishnevsky ointment for hematomas is a drug available to everyone. The ointment is a pharmacological substance. The ointment is liquid, so it is easier to apply it to a compress or gauze bandage. The main advantage of this remedy for hematomas, bruises and contusions is that it is cheap and can be bought at any pharmacy.
Ointment for hematomas for children
Ointment for hematomas for children should be antiallergenic. This is the first rule for any medicine for children. The ointment should not have side effects. Many experts advise using heparin ointment for hematomas for children. The ointment does not burn the skin, does not have an unpleasant odor and does not cause irritation. A couple of days after using such a product, the hematoma or bruise becomes smaller, and the bruise resolves.
Another option for children's ointment for hematomas is the ointment "Badyaga". But this product can only be used after a doctor's permission, since the ointment contains many allergenic components. Unlike heparin ointment, Badyaga is of animal origin, since it is made from a freshwater sponge. The ointment copes well with any hematomas and bruises. Already a day after using such an ointment, you can notice how the blood from the bruise has gone away, the swelling has gone down and there is no more pain and discomfort.
The best ointment for hematomas
Do you have a bruise, abrasion, contusion or hematoma? Then you need the best ointment for hematomas. Let's look at the most popular medications that are used to treat and eliminate hematomas.
- "Indovazin" - this product belongs to the gels section rather than ointments. But despite this, it has a good effect in the treatment of hematomas. The product relieves pain, reduces swelling and dissolves blood.
- "Troxevasin" is an ointment that works with the circulatory system, due to which the bruise quickly disappears and a large hematoma very quickly turns into a small bruise. The only drawback of this product is the allergenic components, so before use it is recommended to test on any area of the skin.
- "Rescuer" is a multifunctional ointment that treats not only hematomas, bruises and contusions, but also insect bites, burns, irritations and much more. The ointment contains natural components that quickly heal the wound, dissolve the blood accumulated in the hematoma and have an analgesic effect.
- "Traumeel S" is another effective ointment for hematomas. Any hematoma will disappear within a week of using this product. The ointment should be used twice a day, but do not apply to bruises with scratches and open wounds. The ointment is great for both children and adults.
Ointment for hematomas is a medicine that should be in every first aid kit. The ointment copes well with the treatment of various hematomas and bruises, ensures normal blood circulation. Timely use of the ointment allows you to avoid the appearance of painful hematomas, the treatment of which can take from a couple of days to several weeks.
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