Medications for Varicose Veins
These are drugs that have been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), meaning they have been determined to be safe and effective for use in Varicose Veins.
Found 2 Approved Drugs for Varicose Veins
Polidocanol
Brand Names
Varithena, Asclera
Polidocanol
Brand Names
Varithena, Asclera
Form: Injection, Kit
Method of administration: Intravenous
FDA approval date: June 01, 2010
Classification: Sclerosing Agent
Asclera ® (polidocanol) is indicated to sclerose uncomplicated spider veins (varicose veins ≤1 mm in diameter) and uncomplicated reticular veins (varicose veins 1 to 3 mm in diameter) in the lower extremity. Asclera has not been studied in varicose veins more than 3 mm in diameter. Asclera (polidocanol) is a sclerosing agent indicated to sclerose uncomplicated spider veins (varicose veins ≤1 mm in diameter) and uncomplicated reticular veins (varicose veins 1 to 3 mm in diameter) in the lower extremity. Asclera has not been studied in varicose veins more than 3mm in diameter. ( 1 )
Regranex
Generic Name
Becaplermin
Regranex
Generic Name
Becaplermin
Form: Gel
Method of administration: Topical
FDA approval date: June 13, 2025
Classification: Human Platelet-derived Growth Factor
REGRANEX is indicated for the treatment of lower extremity diabetic neuropathic ulcers that extend into the subcutaneous tissue or beyond and have an adequate blood supply, when used as an adjunct to, and not a substitute for, good ulcer care practices including initial sharp debridement, pressure relief and infection control. Limitations of Use: The efficacy of REGRANEX has not been established for the treatment of pressure ulcers and venous stasis ulcers [see Clinical Studies /1.
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