Traumeel

TRAUMEEL® Injection Solution is indicated for the treatment of symptoms associated with inflammatory, exudative, and degenerative processes due to acute trauma (such as contusions, lacerations, fractures, sprains, post-operative wounds, etc.), repetitive or overuse injuries (such as tendonitis, bursitis, epicondylitis, etc.), and for minor aches and pains associated with such conditions. TRAUMEEL® Injection Solution is also indicated for the treatment of minor aches and pains associated with backache, muscular aches, and the minor pain from rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gouty arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.

The dosage schedule listed below can be used as a general guide for the administration of Traumeel® Injection Solution. Traumeel® Injection Solution shows individual differences in clinical response. Therefore, the dosage for each patient should be individualized according to the patient's response therapy. For best results, treatment with Traumeel® Injection Solution should be initiated immediately following injury or at the first signs of symptoms. Traumeel® Injection Solution may be administered until symptoms disappear.

Adults and children 7 years and older: In acute disorders, 1 ampule per day, otherwise 1 ampule, 1 to 3 times per week IM/SC/IV/ID or periarticular. Children ages 2 to 6 receive 1/2 the adult dosage. Discard unused solution.

Traumeel® Injection Solution may be administered intravenously, intramuscularly, subcutaneously, or intradermally. Traumeel® Injection Solution is indicated for intra-articular use under sterile conditions. If coadministration with local anesthetic is desired, Traumeel® Injection Solution may be mixed in a 1:1 ratio with 1% or 2% lidocaine hydrochloride. Similar local anesthetics may also be used. the required dose of Traumeel® Injection Solution is first withdrawn from the ampule into the syringe, and the syringe is then shaken briefly. Normally about 0.5 to 1.0 milliliters of each drug is withdrawn into the syringe. Traumeel® Injection Solution should be administered using a narrow gauge needle (e.g. 22 to 30 gauge). Note: Parental drug products like Traumeel® Injection Solution should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration when ever solution and container permit. Traumeel® Injection Solution is a clear, colorless solution. Discolored solutions should be discarded.

Traumeel® Injection Solution is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Traumeel® Injection Solution or any of its ingredients.

TRAUMEEL® Injection Solution is not known to interact with other medications. Furthermore, the administration of TRAUMEEL® Injection Solution can be safely augmented by the application of a topical dosage form of TRAUMEEL®.

In rare cases, patients with hypersensitivity to botanicals of the Compositae family may experience an allergic reaction after the administration of TRAUMEEL® Injection Solution including anaphylactic reaction. TRAUMEEL® Injection Solution ingredients of the Compositae family are:

Arnica Montana (Traumeel), radix (mountain arnica).

Calendula (Traumeel) officinalis (marigold).

Millefolium (milfoil).

Chamomilla (chamomile).

Bellis Perennis (Traumeel) (daisy).

Echinacea Angustifolia (Traumeel) (narrow-leafed cone flower).

Echinacea Purpurea (Traumeel) (purple cone flower).