To eliminate scars and scars (including keloid), post-acne and the prevention of cosmetic defects, you can use any drug, since both Imoferase and Kontraktubeks have a pronounced anti-scar effect.
If the following symptoms in the area of the scar are disturbing: dry skin, itching, swelling, burning, then Imoferase should be used, since it helps to eliminate skin irritation and soothe them. Also, this tool throughout the course of treatment helps maintain a healthy skin, caring for it and contributing to the preservation of moisture in its layers.
Contractubex should be chosen if there is a strong contracture of the joints and tendons caused by scarring.
As for prices, they are about the same. A tube of Imoferase cream (30 g) costs about 700-750 rubles. The second medication is available in tubes of 20 grams (600-650 rubles) and 50 grams (950-1000 rubles). The highest cost is the patch Kontraktubeks – 1100-1200 rubles. There are 21 plasters in the package.
Many patients said that the effectiveness of these drugs justifies their high cost. Judging by the reviews and observations, after 1-2 months of using a cream or gel, the severity of defects significantly decreased.
It is not recommended to use drugs without first consulting a specialist. Otherwise, side effects and allergic reactions may occur. You also need to remember that treatment is best started at the first stages of the formation of a cosmetic defect.
Everyone wants that his skin was clean and even, without any cosmetic defects. Unfortunately, many people have scars or scars on their bodies that they really want to get rid of, but there is no way to do laser removal. Today, you can make your skin beautiful with the help of special creams – in the article you can learn about the two most effective products and which of them is better.
Imoferase
Imoferase is a dermatotropic agent used to care for scars and scars on the surface of the skin. After deep cosmetic procedures, surgeries, injuries, burns and acne, skin patches may change and cosmetic defects may appear on them – using Imoferase will help make them less noticeable in a few weeks .
The product is available in the form of a cream and contains hyaluronidase, which has an active effect: improves trophism and tissue permeability, reduces swelling, restores the intercellular matrix, softens scars, and prevents the formation of cosmetic defects.
The action of the cream is as follows:
- Promotes resorption and elimination of scars and scars, making them less visible.
- Prevents the formation of scars and scars.
- Restores the protective and barrier functions of the epidermis.
- Maintains moisture level in the skin.
- Reduces irritation in areas of scarred skin.
The tool can not be used with increased sensitivity to the components that make up its composition. It is made in Russia. It is released without a prescription.
Contractubex
Kontraktubeks is a complex drug with anti-inflammatory, antithrombotic, kelloidolytic and regenerating properties.
The product is available in the form of a gel for external use and a patch with prolonged action. Contains a complex of active substances:
- Onion extract.
- Heparin.
- Allantoin.
Indications for use:
- Keloid and hypertrophic scars, scars that occur after operations, burns, injuries and other injuries.
- Joint ankyloses (including Duputrien contracture).
- Tendon contractures resulting from injury.
- Atrophic scars.
- Stretch marks on the skin.
- Prevention of scarring and scars in the postoperative and post-traumatic period.
The tool can not be used with increased sensitivity to the components that make up its composition. It is made in Germany. It is released without a prescription.
Similarities
Both drugs are similar in their effect – they make scars and scars less noticeable, contribute to the regeneration of damaged skin, prevent the formation of scars after operations and other effects on the skin. Kontraktubeks additionally has an anti-inflammatory effect.
Also, the means have the same contraindications – they can not be used with increased sensitivity to the components that make up their composition. As for the use of funds during pregnancy and lactation, due to the lack of clinical experimental data, it is not recommended to use “Imoferase” and “Contractubex” in this period.
Both drugs have an over-the-counter form of dispensing, so they can be freely purchased at the pharmacy.
Differences
Despite the similar effect and contraindications, these medicines have a large number of differences:
| Comparison criterion | Imoferase | Contractubex |
| Active substance (a) | Immobilized Hyaluronidase | Onion Extract, Heparin, Allantoin |
| Release form | Cream | Gel and patch |
| Indications for use | Scars and scars resulting from operations, burns, injuries, etc. Prevention of the formation of scars and scars in the postoperative and post-traumatic period. |
Scars and scars resulting from operations, burns, injuries, etc. Ankyloses and contractures of joints and tendons. Atrophic scars and stretch marks on the skin. Prevention of the formation of scars and scars in the postoperative and post-traumatic period. |
| Producing country | Russia | Germany |
Due to the fact that Kontraktubeks has two forms of release – gel and cream, it is more convenient to use. The gel can be applied to the skin of the house, and the patch is applied if the gel cannot be used – for example, at work. In addition, the patch has a prolonged, that is, long-term effect, and you can wear it a lot of time (6-12 hours).
