It is used for temporary relief of muscle or joint pain caused by strains, sprains, arthritis, bruising, or backaches.
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It is indicated in as a topical in bruises, strains and sprains, chilblains (painful inflammation of small blood vessels in skin due to repeated exposure to cold) when skin intact, arthritis (one or more joint swelling/tenderness).
Contradications
It is contraindicated in conditions like: thyrotoxicosis (excess thyroid hormone action at the tissue level), diabetes, low levels of VIT K, anemia, hemophilia (disorder in which blood doesn’t clot), decrease in blood clotting protein prothrombin, clotting disorder (increased bleeding risk). Produces allergic reaction with salicylates, NSAIDS & Iodine & Iodide containing products.
Side effects
Its common side effects include:
- Stinging sensation on the skin
Infrequent side effects include:
- Dry skin
- Skin irritation
Very rare but severe side effects include:
- Feeling of throat tightness
- Hypersensitivity reactions to drug
- Shallow ulcer on skin
- Skin ulcer
- Fluid accumulation round the eye
- Skin inflammation because of topically applied medicine.
Expert Advice
Store this medicine at room temperature, away from heat and direct sunlight.
Do not use more than prescribed dose
Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens.
FAQs
What is the use of this medicine?
Is it safe to apply it on broken, burnt, or chapped skin?
No, it is not safe to apply on broken, burnt or chapped skin.
How long is it before the applied medicine is washed?
You are advised to let the medicine stay for at least 30 minutes, after which you may wash it thoroughly with tap water.
How long should we wait for the condition to start improving?
It takes approximately 7 days before the improvement starts to appear.
What do I do if I miss a dose?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember, if it is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your dose
Can I give this to people with similar conditions as me?
No, do not give your medicines to other people who have the same condition.
