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A new way to treat varicose veins

Heaviness. Aching. Itching. Living with varicose veins can be difficult, both physically and emotionally. But treatment doesn’t have to be. 

 

Get back to living with Varithena

When it comes to treating varicose veins and getting back to the activities you love, there’s a new, nearly painless way. Varithena is a gentle microfoam treatment delivered in as few as 1-2 needle sticks. Patients reporting pain at the injection or application site in clinical trials was 4.0%.1 For most people, Varithena improves both physical symptoms related to varicose veins, and their appearance.

This fast, minimally invasive treatment allows you to do something about your varicose veins your way—with little to no downtime. Please note that you should not be treated with Varithena if you’re allergic to polidocanol or have clots in your blood vessels.

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1 hour

Procedures in less than one hour, so you can get right back to your day

1–2

Only 1—2 needle sticks per treatment

A patient’s Varithena experience

In this short video, a patient shares how the pain and appearance of his varicose veins improved after receiving treatment with Varithena.​

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With all medical procedures there are risks associated with the implant procedure and the use of the device. Be sure to talk with your doctor so that you thoroughly understand all of the risks and benefits associated with the use of Varithena.

Understand common vein problems

It can be hard to know where to start when considering treatment for your vein problems. It may help to learn more about varicose veins and venous leg ulcers, and about minimally invasive options that might be available to you. 

Learn about varicose veins Learn about venous leg ulcers

Where to get Varithena treatment

Get in touch with a physician who knows about the latest treatment methods, including Varithena. They can talk to you about what’s right for you.

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Learn more about vein problems and how to treat them.

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Treatment & results

Thousands of people who want to feel and look their best choose Varithena. It’s covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, and the quick treatment means that most people can get right back to their days. Learn what happens during and after the procedure and see before-and-after photos.

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Frequently asked questions

What is treatment like? How many treatments might I need? What are the side effects? Find answers to common questions about what it’s like to be treated with Varithena.

 

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Indications

Varithena (polidocanol injectable foam) 1% is a prescription medicine used to treat varicose veins caused by problems with the great saphenous vein (GSV) and other related veins in the leg's GSV system. Varithena improves symptoms related to or caused by varicose veins, and the appearance of varicose veins.

Important safety information

You should not be treated with Varithena if you are allergic to polidocanol or have clots in your blood vessels. Severe allergic reactions have been reported in people treated with liquid forms of polidocanol and some patients have died from these reactions. Varithena is a foam made from polidocanol. A healthcare professional will observe you for signs of allergic reactions for at least 10 minutes after you are treated with Varithena. Tell your doctor about all your medical conditions, including if you have:

  • Arterial disease (a disease of the blood vessels)
  • Reduced mobility
  • A history of blood clots in the veins or lungs
  • Had major surgery in the past 3 months
  • Recently had a long hospital stay
  • Become pregnant or were recently pregnant

The most common side effects seen with Varithena are leg pain or discomfort, injection site bruising or pain, and potentially serious blood clots in the leg veins. These are not all the possible side effects of Varithena. Tell your healthcare provider about any side effect that bothers you or that does not go away. You can also report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. Varithena is administered by your doctor. Doctors using Varithena must be experienced in vein procedures and trained in using Varithena.

See full prescribing information for Varithena.