Swelling of calves is caused by heart failure, venous thrombosis and trauma. Different medications such as diuretics, blood stasis activators, anticoagulants, etc. can be used. The details are as follows:
1. Diuretics: If leg swelling is caused by heart failure and cardiac insufficiency, oral diuretics can be taken. Oral diuretics can be taken, which can significantly reduce calf swelling. Furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide, spironolactone, etc. are commonly used clinically.
2. Blood circulation and blood stasis medication: If the leg swelling is caused by trauma, Yunnan Baiyao can be used to promote blood circulation and reduce swelling.
3. Anticoagulant drugs: If the swelling of the legs is caused by venous thrombosis, you can take oral anticoagulant drugs such as Huajiazui. Oral anticoagulant drugs such as warfarin, rivaroxaban, etc. can be effective in relieving the swelling.
All of the above medications should be used under the guidance of a doctor, avoid self-medication. If the symptoms of calf swelling are not relieved, you should go to the hospital in time.