What is Sotradecol?
Sotradecol (pronounced skyler-HOUSING) is a sclerosing agent. It increases the formation of scar tissue and blood clots inside certain types of veins. This reduces the dilation of enlarged vessels.
Sotradecol can be used to treat uncomplicated, small varicose veins on the legs. Sotradecol may not have a permanent effect on varicose venous disease. This medication guide does not list all possible uses of Sotradecol.
Side effects of Sotradecol
If you experience any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, seek emergency medical attention: hives, sneezing or runny nasal passages, difficulty breathing, swelling of your lips, face, tongue, throat, etc.
Sotradecol may cause serious side effects. If you experience:
- Pain or swelling in both legs or one leg;
- Rapid breathing, sudden cough,
- Pain, itching, or changes in the skin where the medicine has been injected.
Sotradecol side effects may include:
- Headache, mild
- Nausea, vomiting,
- Discolored skin around the vein treated may be permanent.
There may be other side effects. For medical advice on side effects, call your doctor. The FDA can be contacted at 1-800-FDA-1088 to report side effects.
Similar/related drugs
Polidocanol, asclera, and varithena
Warnings
If you are bedridden because of a serious illness or have a bleeding disorder, cancer, a severe blood infection, or allergies, you should not take Sotradecol.
Before you take this drug
You shouldn't receive Sotradecol if:
- A blood clot disease such as deep vein thrombosis or thrombophlebitis (swelling caused by a clot);
- Buerger's disease (a blood-clotting disorder that affects the arms and legs);
- Allergies;
- Cancer;
- A severe infection in your blood (sepsis);
- Uncontrolled or untreated diseases such as diabetes, tuberculosis, asthma, or blood cell disorders
- If you are bedridden because of a severe illness,
Sotradecol is not recommended for treating varicose venous disease caused by a stomach or pelvic tumor unless it has been surgically excised.
This medicine is not known to harm an unborn child. Inform your doctor immediately if you are pregnant or planning on becoming pregnant. It is unknown if sodium tetradecyl sulfate can pass into breast milk or if it will harm a baby who is nursing. You should tell your doctor if you're breastfeeding a child.
How to take Sotradecol?
Sotradecol can be injected through an IV into a vein. This injection will be given by a healthcare provider. After your injection, you will be closely monitored for several hours to ensure that the medication does not have any harmful side effects.
If you experience any pain or swelling when the medicine is being injected, tell your caregivers. After your treatment, you may be required to wear compression stockings. Follow your doctor's instructions on how to care for yourself following this treatment.
What happens if I miss the dose?
You are unlikely to miss a dosage of Sotradecol because you will be receiving it in a clinical environment.
What happens if I overdose?
Overdoses are unlikely because Sotradecol is administered by a healthcare professional in a medical environment.
What should be avoided?
If your doctor prescribes any restrictions regarding food, beverage, or activity, follow their instructions.
Interaction with other drug
Inform your doctor if you are taking birth-control pills or any other medication that prevents or stops ovulation. Other drugs, such as vitamins and herbal products, may also interact with sodium tetradecyl sulfate. Inform your healthcare providers of all the medicines you are taking and those you plan to take.
