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Onion extract gel Contractubex™
Contractubex™ is a topical gel containing onion extract (Cepa), heparin, and allantoin that reduces scar formation and improves scar appearance through anti-inflammatory and tissue remodeling effects.
Contractubex™ is a topical gel containing onion extract (Cepa), heparin, and allantoin that reduces scar formation and improves scar appearance through anti-inflammatory and tissue remodeling effects. Used for Hypertrophic and keloid scars, Post-surgical scars, Burn scars.
At a glance
| Generic name | Onion extract gel Contractubex™ |
|---|---|
| Sponsor | CHA University |
| Drug class | Topical scar treatment / wound healing agent |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Dermatology |
| Phase | Phase 3 |
Mechanism of action
The onion extract component has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, while heparin inhibits fibroblast proliferation and collagen deposition, and allantoin promotes wound healing and epithelialization. Together, these ingredients work to soften existing scars, reduce erythema, and prevent excessive collagen accumulation during wound healing.
Approved indications
- Hypertrophic and keloid scars
- Post-surgical scars
- Burn scars
Common side effects
- Local skin irritation
- Pruritus
- Erythema
Key clinical trials
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |
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