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ruggedskipper11 said:Wrong. They aren't even the same thing.
Hepan
Composition
Every 100 grams of this cream packs a punch with 50,000 IU of heparin sodium and 0.5 g of dexpanthenol.
Here’s what you’re looking at under the hood: white petrolatum, emulsifying wax, isopropyl myristate, lanolin, methyl hydroxybenzoate, propyl hydroxybenzoate, and purified water.
Packing up.
Just 50 grams of cream.
How it works.
Heparin sodium works by preventing blood from clotting once it's absorbed, making it an effective tool for both preventing new clots from forming in your vessels and treating ones that have already shown up. This effect is boosted by the inclusion of dexpanthenol—a vitamin that, when applied topically, helps soften the skin and speeds up the healing process, which really helps take the edge off any localized irritation.
How and where it’s published.
You can pick this up over the counter at any local pharmacy or drugstore without needing a doctor's prescription.
Expiration dates aren't just suggestions; they're the line in the sand. If you ignore them, you're basically playing Russian roulette with your health. It’s about knowing when a product has officially crossed the threshold from useful to useless.
Check the packaging. Don't use this medication once it's expired.
How you store your medication matters more than most people realize. It’s easy to just toss a bottle in the medicine cabinet and call it a day, but that’s a mistake. Most bathroom cabinets are basically humidity chambers thanks to the shower steam, and heat is the ultimate enemy of stability. If you want to ensure your meds actually work when you need them, you need to be smarter about your storage setup.
Keep this stuff under 77°F and out of the reach of kids.
izvor:Check out this link regarding the HEPALPAN cream: http://www.centar-zdravlja.net/proiz...pan-krema-391/
HEPALPAN®
cream, gel
Each gram of this cream contains:
Heparin (in sodium salt form) 300 IU.
Allantoin at 3.0mg.
dexpanthenol 4.0mg
Each gram of this gel contains:
Heparin (in its sodium salt form) 300 IU.
Allantoin at 2.5mg.
If you’re looking at dexpanthenol 2.5mg, don't just assume it's some magic ointment that fixes everything instantly. It's basically like putting high-grade motor oil in an engine that's already seizing up—it helps smooth things out and aids recovery, but it isn't a miracle cure for structural damage. It’s great for skin hydration and minor irritation, acting as a soothing agent to help the barrier repair itself, much like how a good moisturizer works after a day out in the scorching Arizona sun. Just use it for what it is: a solid supporting player in your skincare routine, not the entire cast.
How it works:
Whether you’re dealing with the nagging discomfort of poor circulation in your legs or just trying to soothe a nasty bruise or a sprained ankle, HEPALPAN cream and gel deliver. They pack a potent blend of active ingredients specifically designed to knock back that swelling and pain.
The HEPALPAN base cream really sticks to your skin, which means whatever you apply on top actually stays put and keeps working for a long time. It’s packed with natural fats that nourish and feed your skin, rather than just sitting on the surface.
The HEPALPAN gel features a hydrophilic base with just the right consistency, making it easy to spread over large areas of irritated skin or directly onto sensitive spots without any struggle. Once you apply the gel HEPALPAN, it releases moisture that evaporates steadily, providing a soothing cooling sensation that helps dial down inflammation. As that water evaporates, it leaves behind a thin, invisible protective film that shields the damaged tissue from further irritation. Plus, because the base is so highly hydrophilic, the gel HEPALPAN washes off skin and clothing effortlessly with just plain water.
How to use it:
If you’re dealing with that heavy, nagging discomfort from poor circulation in your legs, HEPALPAN cream and gel are designed to help ease those symptoms, such as:
Whether you're dealing with that nagging ache, sharp stinging sensations, or that constant feeling of tension caused by sitting too long, standing all day, or even just navigating the physical toll of pregnancy—it’s exhausting. It’s like your body is constantly under pressure, and honestly, it wears you down.
Malnourished skin with altered pigmentation.
Those tiny, visible blood vessels? They’re basically ticking time bombs just waiting to burst.
Whether you’re dealing with a nasty bruise, painful swelling from a blunt impact, or just one of those everyday mishaps like a sprained ankle or a dislocated joint during a pickup basketball game, HEPALPAN cream and gel HEPALPAN are solid options to help ease the discomfort. They work effectively to soothe the pain and inflammation that comes with soft tissue injuries or sports-related tweaks.
Apply gel HEPALPAN right before you hit the sack. Use your fingers to give your lower legs a gentle massage, working your way upward toward the knee. You’ll want to keep at it for about five minutes—just keep massaging until the cream is fully absorbed into your skin.
Just rub in some gel HEPALPAN twice a day, giving it a quick, gentle massage while you apply it.
It’s perfect for daytime use since it won't leave any nasty stains on your clothes, and you don't have to worry about wrapping the area in bandages after you put it on.
WARNING:
Don't go putting HEPALPAN cream or gel on open wounds. It's just not meant for that.
- For external use only
- Store in a cool place
- Keep out of reach of children
Expiration date:
3 years
PACKAGING
40g cream tube
40g gel tube
source:http://pharmacyonline.com/hepalpan-cream-gel
Look, the base formula is identical. The only actual difference is the concentration of heparin and dexpanthenol, plus the fact that Hepan doesn't include allantoin. Honestly, when you're dealing with vein issues, allantoin isn't even a major player—it’s more for treating things like acne, eczema, or psoriasis. It's just an extra skin-care additive, much like how dexpanthenol works. You'll see both prescribed for the exact same diagnoses because they perform equally well. In fact, Hepan actually packs a much higher concentration of heparin, which is the heavy hitter when it comes to treating veins, compared to HEPALPAN.
If these minor "differences" are such a dealbreaker for you, maybe try looking across the border in Mexico; you'll likely find it there without a hassle. I'm worried that if the medication isn't officially registered here in the States, it's going to be pretty tough to get your hands on it legally through official channels.
