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What chemicals are in the saline solution, does it have mercury?

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What chemicals are in the saline solution, does it have mercury in it and if not what is in it? What are the side effects if any?

The classic saline solution used for sclerotherapy was hypertonic saline, with no mercury or other additives. The problem with saline is that it burns tremendously, so it is no longer used by most.

The current agents we use are called Sotradecol or Polidocanol, both of which have been used for many, many years with excellent results, and much less discomfort as compared to saline.

There is no mercury in either compound, and the side effects are generally mild, and consist of bruising, mild tenderness, hyper pigmentation or mild discoloration, which slowly fades over time. The most significant potential but rare side effect could be a small surface skin ulcer, which usually heals very well over time.

- Dr. Wright

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