Deproteinized Hemoderivative of Calf Blood-Natural Botanical and Mineral Extracts

This chapter contains general information about deproteinized hemoderivative of calf blood-natural botanical and mineral extracts, which have become popular in recent years. Examples of the most commonly used drugs in clinical practice, their indications for use, and clinical studies on these drugs are reviewed. The ingredients, mechanisms of action, similarities, and differences of these drugs are highlighted. Additionally, the available evidence for the use of deproteinized hemoderivative of calf blood-natural botanical and mineral extracts will be outlined, highlighting the different recommendations found in respected guidelines and highlighting conflicting findings in the literature. This chapter aims to shed light on the rationale behind the changing approaches to its use in clinical practice, highlighting the need for high-quality research to evaluate the efficacy and clinical benefits of deproteinized hemoderivative of calf blood-natural botanical and mineral extracts, particularly in muscle injuries and osteoarthritis.