Medication info

K-Vex Gel

OTC medication
Ingredient · strength
Heparin Sodium›Strength being verifiedOnion Extract›100mg / 1gAllantoin›10mg / 1g
Manufacturer / importer
주식회사제뉴원사이언스
Appearance
Light brown, water-soluble, opaque gel
Packaging
<Domestic Use> 10g/tube <Export Use> 10g/tube
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200503638 · Notified 2005.09.30

Summary

Main use
Improvement of wounds and scars (hypertrophic, keloidal, functional limitation) after surgery and trauma
Who uses it
Adults
Adult dosage
Gently massage until sufficiently absorbed into the wound area once a day. If the wound is severe or if the scar is old, it should be secured with a dressing overnight.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
주식회사제뉴원사이언스

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of wounds and scars (hypertrophic, keloidal, functional limitation) after surgery and trauma

  • Hypertrophic scars
  • keloid scars
  • skin damage causing functional limitations
  • cosmetic skin damage
  • traumatic contracture
  • scarring contracture
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This medication is used for the treatment of hypertrophic or keloid scars and skin damage causing functional limitations, as well as cosmetic skin damage caused by wounds and scars resulting from surgery, cuts, burns, and accidents. It is also effective in relieving muscle stiffness and contracture in the wound area caused by trauma.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

Gently massage until sufficiently absorbed into the wound area once a day. If the wound is severe or if the scar is old, it should be secured with a dressing overnight.

Precautions

This drug should not be used by anyone who is allergic to methyl paraben or any other ingredients in this medication. Pregnant women should also not use this drug. It is advisable not to use it on incision wounds or wounds that have not yet healed, as well as on weeping wounds or mucosal surfaces. Lactating women must consult a doctor, dentist, or pharmacist before using this drug. Long-term use of this medication may lead to tolerance to its effects, so caution is needed. Localized irritation such as itching or hypersensitivity may occasionally occur, so the skin condition should be closely monitored during use. Care should be taken to avoid exposing the wound area directly to sunlight or ultraviolet light, particularly newly formed wounds which should avoid physical stimuli such as cold or vigorous massage. When used by children, it should be done under parental supervision. This drug should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container from the original container may lead to misuse or quality degradation, so it must be stored tightly closed in its original container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Mild side effects

  • Localized skin irritation
  • itching
  • hypersensitivity

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This product may be sensitive to air or moisture, hence it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is important to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Doing so will help maintain the drug's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Light brown, water-soluble, opaque gel

Package unit

<Domestic Use> 10g/tube <Export Use> 10g/tube

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.