Asclera
What is
Asclera?
Asclera (Polidocanol) Injection is an FDA-approved prescription medication used for the treatment of uncomplicated spider and uncomplicated reticular veins in the lower extremities.
What are Spider and
Reticular Veins?
Spider veins are very small, fine, red or blue veins that are less than 1 mm in diameter. They lie close to the surface of the skin and may resemble a thin red line, tree branches, or spiderweb patterns. Small varicose veins, also known as reticular veins, are small blood vessels that measure between 1 to 3 mm in diameter. Reticular veins can enlarge as a result of increased pressure in the vein and are sometimes visible just below the skin’s surface. You may have only small varicose veins or both small varicose and spider veins at the same time.
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Practitioner about
Asclera
has been evaluated to be safe and effective
What to expect during
Treatment
• Treatment typically lasts between 15-45 minutes.
• The procedure is performed in your physician’s office.
• The procedure is performed using a small needle.
Indication And
Usage
Asclera (polidocanol) is indicated to sclerose uncomplicated spider veins (varicose veins ≤1 mm in diameter) and uncomplicated reticular veins (varicose veins 1 to 3 mm in diameter) in the lower extremity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Asclera?
Asclera® is an FDA-approved injectable medication used in sclerotherapy to treat uncomplicated spider veins, small varicose veins (reticular veins)
How does Asclera treatment work?
A small needle is used to inject Asclera directly into the vein. The solution causes the vein walls to stick together and close. Eventually, the body absorbs the treated vein, improving both appearance and symptoms.
Is Asclera permanent?
Treated veins are permanently closed, but new veins can appear over time. Maintenance treatments may be needed.
What is recovery like after Asclera?
- You can resume normal activities the same day, though avoid intense exercise for 2–3 days.
- Compression stockings should be worn for 2–3 days post-treatment.
- Minor bruising, swelling, or redness is common but temporary.
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