The drug "Diclofenac gel" is a meanswhich is intended for external use only, dispensed from pharmacies without a doctor's prescription. Refers to anti-nonsteroidal drugs.
Diclofenac gel - instructions for use
The preparation includes:a special substance called diclofenac sodium - 5.0 or 1.0 g. Additional substances: purified water, rectified ethyl alcohol, carbopol, propylene glycol, nipagin, lavender oil, and triethanolamine.
Description of the preparation: translucent gel, has white color with a yellowish tinge or white color with a beige tint, it has a specific smell.
Pharmacological properties
Diclofenac (active ingredient of the drug)refers to nonsteroidal drugs that have pronounced anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. The tool inhibits two types of cyclooxygenase, disrupts the metabolism of arachidonic acid and the stages of prostaglandin synthesis, which are the main factors in the development of inflammation. Diclofenac gel, when applied, eliminates pain, which is associated with the inflammatory process, and reduces puffiness.
Indications
Inflammation of the joints and soft tissues after an injury, for example, due to bruises, sprains and surges.
Soft tissue rheumatic diseasescharacters, for example, bursitis, tendovaginitis. Puffiness and pain syndrome associated with chronic diseases of muscles and joints (radiculitis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis).
Contraindications
- allergic reaction to the main (diclofenac) or additional components of the drug, as well as but salicylates or other anti-inflammatory drugs of the non-steroid group;
- an indication in the history of the presence of attacks of bronchial asthma as a result of the use of salicylates and NSAIDs;
- children who are not yet 6 years old.
The drug is recommended to be taken with caution.with exacerbation of hepatic porphyria, bronchial asthma, chronic heart failure and severe and acute violations of all functions of the kidneys and liver, even with erosive and ulcerative lesions of the gastrointestinal tract.
Use of this drug during pregnancy and lactation
Diclofenac gel in no case can not be used in the last months of pregnancy and lactation. Use in the first two trimesters is allowed, but only after the recommendation of the doctor.
Doses and method of use
Application only outside.Can be used by children who are over 12 years old, and also by adults. The drug is applied to the skin up to 4 times a day. The required amount depends on the area of the zone. One single dose should be about - 2-4 g. Children who are less than 12 years old are allowed to use no more than 2 g of the drug. Drug treatment depends only on the indications and the result of treatment.
Side effects
Systemic reactions: allergic reactions (bronchospastic reactions, urticaria and angioedema), photosensitivity and generalized skin rash.
Local reactions: contact dermatitis (desquamation, itching, papules, swelling of the painful area of the skin, redness, vesicles), photosensitization and eczema.
Overdose of the drug is not possible.
The interaction of this drug with other
Diclofenac gel may enhance the effects of other drugs that cause photosensitivity.
special instructions
This gel should be applied exclusively to the skin,on which there is no damage, avoiding contact with areas of open wounds. After application, it is not recommended to apply an occlusive dressing. We can not allow the ingress of the gel on the mucous membrane of the eyes.
Form of the preparation
Gel that is intended for outdoor use.application of 5% and 1%. It contains 20 g, 30 g and 50 g diclofenac. Available in cardboard boxes, in aluminum tubes with instructions for use.
Storage of the drug
The drug should be stored only in a dry place. The temperature should preferably be at room temperature, but not below 15 ° C. You can not freeze. Keep out of reach of children.
If you bought "Diclofenac gel" - the instruction should not be lost.
