We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on your website. If you continue without changing your setting. We'll assume that you are happy to receive all cookies on the BTG website.
Certain BTG products may not be available within the chosen location and indications may differ from your country's approved use. For Medical questions regarding any BTG products, please contact medical.services@btgplc.com
Contact Customer Service at
1-855-971-VEIN (8346)
Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm ET
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
Varithena® (polidocanol injectable foam) is indicated for the treatment of incompetent great saphenous veins, accessory saphenous veins and visible varicosities of the great saphenous vein (GSV) system above and below the knee. Varithena® improves the symptoms of superficial venous incompetence and the appearance of visible varicosities.
The use of Varithena® is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to polidocanol and those with acute thromboembolic disease.
Severe allergic reactions have been reported following administration of liquid polidocanol, including anaphylactic reactions, some of them fatal. Observe patients for at least 10 minutes following injection and be prepared to treat anaphylaxis appropriately. Intra-arterial injection or extravasation of polidocanol can cause severe necrosis, ischemia or gangrene. Patients with underlying arterial disease may be at increased risk for tissue ischemia. If intra-arterial injection of polidocanol occurs, consult a vascular surgeon immediately.
Varithena® can cause venous thrombosis. Follow administration instructions closely and monitor for signs of venous thrombosis after treatment. Patients with reduced mobility, history of deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism, or recent (within 3 months) major surgery, prolonged hospitalization, or pregnancy are at increased risk for developing thrombosis. The most common adverse events observed were pain/discomfort in extremity, retained coagulum, injection site hematoma or pain, common femoral vein thrombus extension, superficial thrombophlebitis, and deep vein thrombosis.
Physicians administering Varithena® must be experienced with venous procedures, possess a detailed working knowledge of the use of the duplex ultrasound in venous disease and be trained in the administration of Varithena® .
See Full Prescribing Information for Varithena®.
300 Four Falls Corporate Center 300 Conshohocken State Rd. Suite 380 West Conshohocken, PA USA 19428