Arnika Forte for Treatment of Sclerotherapy Bruising

 

Arnika Forte
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A product of DermAvance Pharmaceuticals, Arnika Forte comes in capsule and topical formulation and is used to treat bruising, pain, and swelling as a result of aesthetic procedures. Among its applications, Arnika Forte is used to treat bruising from sclerotherapy for spider veins.

Sclerotherapy is a medical procedure wherein a solution (usually a salt solution) is injected into the vein. The injected solution precipitates the vein to scar. This causes the blood to change course and flow through other healthier veins. The scarred vein collapses and over time, fades away.

The treated veins usually fade after a few weeks. In some cases though, it may be as long as one month or more. Sclerotherapy is the preferred treatment for spider veins. These veins are similar to varicose veins that twist and turn but are smaller and are colored red, blue, and purple. They are usually visible on the face and legs. Among the side effects of sclerotherapy for spider veins is bruising.

Arnika Forte’s New Pur-Sil® 100 Percent Silicone Scar Product

Arnika Forte

 

Arnika Forte is an proprietary advanced formulation by DermAvance that decreases the swelling and bruising that often accompany dermal filler injections and surgical treatments. DermAvance recently announced the creation of Pur-Sil®, a scar product made of 100 percent medical grade silicone. Complementary to the core Arnika Forte product, Pur-Sil® combines demonstrated soft silky feel and dries instantly.

Pur-Sil is manufactured with 100% medical grade silicone and is considered the “Gold Standard” for treating all types of scars post surgical. Using Silicone based products that are 100% silicone, either gel or sheets, provides a full skin barrier protection and will minimize any scar formation. According to Dr Michael Gold, a expert Dermatologist and the founder of Gold Skin Care Center in Nashville Tennessee, “for high risk wounds, silicone-based products are the preferred preventative measure for treatment”.

Pur-Sil combined with Arnika Forte provides two key products for Plastic Surgeons to include in the patients post surgical kits.

Arnica Montana and Bromelain

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An anti-bruising and anti-swelling agent, Arnika Forte has proven to be an effective healing agent for patients recovering from surgery. In addition to cutting recovery times by as much as half, this capsule formulation is available in a capsule formulation and is easy to take. Arnika Forte is the only product on the market that features both Arnica montana and bromelain as active ingredients.

Commonly known as Leopard’s Bane and Mountain Tobacco, Arnica montana is a European flowering plant that belongs to the sunflower family. Although its mechanism of action remains largely unknown, health care professionals use Arnica montana as a homeopathic pain relief agent. Many scientists have attributed its effectiveness to the chemicals helenalin and dihydrohelenalin, which may serve patients by boosting immunity, killing bacteria, and reducing inflammation.

Bromelain is an enzyme that occurs naturally in the juice and stem of the pineapple. This enzyme has proven anecdotally successful in the reduction of swelling in the wake of surgery or injury.

DermAvance Arnika Forte FAQ

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The DermAvance product, Arnika Forte, is formulated to reduce bruising and swelling from surgical procedures. The ingredients are all natural and no side effects have been reported from those using the product. Find more information about Arnika Forte usage and ingredients below.

Q: What is included in the Arnika Forte kit?

A: The kit contains 14 vegetable capsules and one topical roll-on applicator.

Q: Are the ingredients all-natural?

A: Yes. The capsules contain 100mg bromelain, 100mg arnica montana 30x, bioflavonoids, and 240mg vitamin C. The topical roll-on applicator contains a combination of arnica montana, bromelain, aloe vera, and bellis perennis.

Q: How should Arnika Forte be used?

A: One capsule should be taken twice daily starting two days prior to a surgical procedure and one day prior to BOTOX injections or injectable fillers. Continue the dosage for seven days. Start applying the topical roll-on when bruising or swelling appears on the affected area.

What KYBELLA Treats and Side Effects to Anticipate

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Developed by DermAvance, Arnika Forte expedites the healing process by reducing swelling and bruising following a medical procedure. Arnika Forte is an ideal choice for people recovering from KYBELLA.

Containing deoxycholic acid, KYBELLA eliminates fat cells. The prescription medicine is used to minimize the appearance of fat below the chin, which many refer to as a “double chin.” The location where a patient receives KYBELLA injections shows noticeable differences following two to four treatment sessions. Each visit involves multiple injections to achieve desired results. After treatment, the patient no longer has to worry about fat storing or accumulating in the region.

A person undergoing treatment should anticipate side effects. More serious scenarios involve nerve injury and difficulty swallowing, and some patients have reported facial muscle weakness. However, more common side effects consist of bruising and swelling as well as redness and pain. Treatment areas can also feel hard for a period of time.

What Is Arnika Forte?

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To support the work of dermatologists and plastic surgeons, DermAvance Pharmaceuticals, Inc. developed Arnika Forte, a product that has been used by celebrities such as Angelina Jolie to aid in recovery from breast reconstruction surgery. Arnika Forte expedites recovery time of patients who have undergone surgery for soft tissue injuries.

Arnika Forte combines the benefits of bromelain, derived from pineapple, and Arnica montana, a plant related to the sunflower. Bromelain (Bromelia ananas), extracted from stem pineapple, helps reduce inflammation, swelling, and soreness, and aids in the removal of pooled blood beneath the skin or bruising. . Arnica montana reduces pain related to bruising and can help alleviate swelling. The two substances work in conjunction with grape seed extract to help patients heal up to 50 percent faster.

When administered as a topical treatment, Arnika Forte should be used twice daily by applying it in a circular motion to the center of the bruise and working outward. Arnika Forte is also available in a capsule form. For dermal filler or aesthetic procedure injections, Arnika Forte can be taken the day of the procedure. The formula allows for the use of other medications at the same time.

FDA Investigator Talks about Kybella

 

Kybella

To address the bruising that can occur after injections used in cosmetic procedures, patients may wish to try Arnika Forte, a capsule that reduces postsurgical bruising and swelling. Made by DermAvance, the physician-formulated product is the first and only one of its kind. By reducing swelling, Arnika Forte can help patients look and feel like themselves more quickly after a number of different procedures, including injections of Kybella, which helps reduce chin fat.

The quick, nonsurgical procedure melts fat by using deoxycholic acid, which breaks down dietary fat. Harper’s Bazaar spoke with Dr. Macrene Alexiades-Armenakas, a dermatologist who served as an investigator on the FDA trial for Kybella, about the new drug. She reported that Kybella can be helpful for a wide range of patients, from those with a small amount of chin fat to people who are obese. Because the injection does not affect nerves or muscles, long-term side effects are minimal, but bruising may occur after the injection.

Bromelain for Post-Surgical Bruising and Swelling

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Bromelain is a naturally occurring compound that can be used to reduce bruising and swelling after cosmetic injections and an array of surgical procedures. Arnika Forte, a post-surgical supplement that comes in topical and capsule form, contains a proprietary blend of bromelain and Arnica Montana, along with grape-seed extract, to help ease the appearance of and discomfort associated with cosmetic treatments and restorative surgeries. Arnika Forte is a supplement commonly prescribed by medical specialists such as cosmetic surgeons and dermatologists.

Found in the stem of pineapple, bromelain is an enzyme that digests protein. When extracted and used in high concentrations, bromelain has been shown to reduce inflammation due to trauma and injury. Researchers have studied the effects of bromelain in the debridement of wounds, treating burns, and reducing inflammation from conditions such as arthritis and swelling caused by surgical trauma.

Bromelain, when used in conjunction with other homeopathic and synthetic medication, can improve healing and recovery times for some patients.

Angelina Jolie and Arnika Forte

 

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Manufactured by DermAvance, Arnika Forte is a post-surgical supplement used to reduce swelling and bruising following surgeries, especially those of a cosmetic or reconstructive nature. Formulated by physicians, Arnika Forte contains a proprietary blend of natural ingredients that help stimulate soft-tissue regeneration and healing.

This supplement has been used by patients receiving treatment for a variety of procedures, including Botox and filler injections, along with more invasive procedures such as mastectomies. In fact, Angelina Jolie, who recently underwent a double mastectomy and breast reconstruction after her doctors determined that she had an unusually high risk for developing breast cancer due to family medical history and a gene mutation, utilized Arnica Forte in her recovery. The UK Daily Mail interviewed Jolie’s doctor, who detailed her procedures and post-operative recovery regimen. In addition to taking the DermAvance supplement to reduce bruising and swelling, she took zinc vitamin C, applied antibacterial ointments, and used Cutagenix, which helped increase oxygen to the top layers of skin to assist with blood flow.

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Arnika Forte – Available as a Topical and as Capsules

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A quality post procedure product of DermAvance, Arnika Forte is a proprietary unique blend of arnica Montana and bromelain. Available as a capsule or topical, Arnika Forte is used in treating swelling and bruising that can occur on the skin following surgical procedures,Botox,dermal fillers,and the new FDA approved Kybella fat dissolver.

The Arnika Forte Post-Procedure Kit pairs the roll on applicator with 14 capsules, which contain a distinct combination of arnica Montana/bromelian, bioflavonoids, and Vitamin C. Vegetable based,the capsules are completely lactose free and designed to be taken twice daily for a week.

The topical formulation employs a roll-on applicator that massages the area that has been injected with fillers, Botox or the new fat dissolver Kybella. When applied, it reduces swelling and bruising and engages with the blood vessels’ muscle fibers in easing soreness. Unique ingredients for this external formulation include bellis perennis (daisy flower), aloe vera, and arnica Montana/bromelain.

Arnika Forte Kit is highly recommended by Plastic Surgeons, Dermatologists, and Podiatrists as a post procedure kit to aid in the recovery from swelling and bruising.