Effectiveness of Topical Glycerine Sulphate Paste, Hirudoid Cream and Nil Application on Superficial Phlebitis

To Investigate the Effectiveness of Topical Glycerine Sulphate, Hirudoid Cream and Nil Application in Treating Peripheral Cannula Related Phlebitis

The aim of the interventional study is to compare the different treatment modalities in reducing erythema size and rate of resolving phlebitis.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients admitted to the study institution between Dec 2009 and Feb 2010 and observed to develop redness associated with peripheral infusion cannula.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Thrombosis, poor skin condition, and pus seen at the previous puncture.