Medication info

Scagen Gel

OTC medication
Ingredient · strength
Heparin Sodium›Strength being verifiedAllantoin›Strength being verifiedDexpanthenol›Strength being verified
Manufacturer / importer
(주)인트로바이오파마
Appearance
Opaque white gel
Packaging
10g/tube, 20g/tube

MFDS item code 202600822

Summary

Main use
Improvement of scar tissue (hypertrophic, keloidal, acne scars)
Who uses it
Adults · Children
Adult dosage
Adults: Apply to the wound and surrounding skin once daily and gently massage. For hypertrophic scars, a thick layer can be applied the night before and secured with a bandage for overnight use.
Children's dosage
Children over 2 years: Apply to the wound and surrounding skin once daily and gently massage.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)인트로바이오파마

Efficacy & effects

Improvement of scar tissue (hypertrophic, keloidal, acne scars)

  • Hypertrophic scars
  • keloidal scars
  • acne scars
  • surgical scars
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This medication is used for the improvement of hypertrophic scars, keloidal scars, acne scars, and surgical scars that may develop after wound healing.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

Adults: Apply to the wound and surrounding skin once daily and gently massage. For hypertrophic scars, a thick layer can be applied the night before and secured with a bandage for overnight use.

Children's dosage

Children over 2 years: Apply to the wound and surrounding skin once daily and gently massage.

Precautions

This medicine should not be used by individuals who are allergic to its components. This medication should not be used on infants under 6 months of age. Individuals who have had hypersensitivity to heparin, who have a tendency to bleed, or who have low platelet counts should not use this medicine. This medication should not be applied to deep wounds or areas that have not yet healed. This medicine should not be used on mucosal areas or infected areas with pus. Pregnant women are advised not to use this medication. It is safest not to use this medicine in conjunction with anticoagulant medications during application. This medication should not be applied around the eyes or on mucosal areas. Care should be taken to avoid exposing the wound to sunlight or strong light. Women who are breastfeeding should consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this medication. If allergic symptoms occur during use, discontinue immediately and consult a professional. For children, especially infants under 2 years old, it is not appropriate to secure the medication with a bandage for long periods. Close supervision by a guardian is required when using this medicine on children. This medicine should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children. Removing the medication from its original container and storing it in another container may lead to misuse or degradation of product quality, so it must be stored in its original container and kept tightly closed.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives
  • severe swelling (edema)
  • chest tightness
  • difficulty breathing
  • cold sweat
  • pallor → severe allergic reactions

Mild side effects

  • Allergic reactions
  • bleeding tendency
  • increased skin penetration
  • side effects from bandage sealing
  • caution for skin exposure to sunlight

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it is advisable to keep it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Opaque white gel

Package unit

10g/tube, 20g/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.