- male
- 18 Years
- 07/02/2025
I'm a bit worried about using thrombophob gel on my 18-month-old son. Is it safe to apply it on a cut? And also, would it be okay to use after he's had a vaccine? How should I go about applying it if it's fine to use?
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No do not use it because it can worsen the bleeding ,instead of that you can use tbact ointment
Dr. Ranjith Suggests...
Consult a Paediatrician
Answered 04/07/2025
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