Description and Brand Names

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

US Brand Name

  1. Varithena

Descriptions


Polidocanol injection is used to treat small varicose veins of the lower legs. This medicine is also used to treat incompetent great saphenous veins, accessory saphenous veins, and visible varicose veins above and below the knees. This medicine improves the symptoms and appearance of varicose veins. It is a type of medicine called a sclerosing agent.

This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Foam
  • Solution