Application notes DOC IBUPROFEN Pain Gel 5% 150g
The total dose should not be exceeded without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.
How to use?
Apply the medicine to the affected area(s) of skin. Massage the medicine in afterwards. Avoid accidental contact with mucous membranes, eyes and open skin areas.
Duration of use?
The duration of use depends on the nature of the symptoms and/or the course of the disease. The duration of use is usually 2-3 weeks.
Overdosage?
If the medicine is used as described, no overdose symptoms are known. If in doubt, consult your doctor.
As a general rule: Pay particular attention to conscientious dosing for infants, small children and older people. If in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist about any effects or precautions.
A dosage prescribed by a doctor may differ from the information on the package leaflet. As the doctor will adjust it individually, you should therefore use the medicine according to his instructions.
Dosage
General dosage recommendation:
Adolescents aged 14 years and over and adults 4-10 cm strand length (equivalent to approx. 2-5 g gel) 3 times daily spread over the day
Maximum dose: A dose of 15 g gel per day should not be exceeded.
The gel must not be applied under airtight bandages.
Application areas DOC IBUPROFEN Pain Gel 5% 150g
For external use for:
- Swelling and inflammation of the soft tissues close to the joint (e.g. bursa, tendon sheaths, ligaments)
- Sports and accident injuries
- bruises
- Sprains and strains
Mode of action DOC IBUPROFEN Pain Gel 5% 150g
How does the active ingredient of the medicine work?
The active ingredient belongs to a group of substances that are effective against both pain and inflammation and can reduce fever. All three effects are primarily based on the inhibition of an endogenous substance called prostaglandin. This substance must be present as a messenger substance so that pain can be felt, inflammatory reactions can be started or the body temperature can be raised.
Composition DOC IBUPROFEN Pain Gel 5% 150g
Based on 1 g gel
50 mg ibuprofen
+ dimethyl isosorbide
+ isopropanol
+ poloxamer
+ Triglycerides, medium-chain
+ water, purified
+ Bitter orange blossom oil
+ lavender oil
+ benzyl alcohol
+ benzyl benzoate
+ citral
+ citronellol
+ coumarin
+ eugenol
+ farnesol
+ geraniol
+ D-limonene
+ linalool
Contraindications DOC IBUPROFEN Pain Gel 5% 150g
What speaks against use?
- Hypersensitivity to the ingredients
- Open injuries, inflammation of the skin and eczema
Which age group should be considered?
- Children under 14 years of age: As a rule, the medicine should not be used in this age group.
What about pregnancy and breastfeeding?
- Pregnancy: Consult your doctor. Various considerations play a role in whether and how the medicine can be used during pregnancy.
- Breastfeeding: The medicine should not be applied to the breast.
If you have been prescribed the medicine despite a contraindication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. The therapeutic benefit may be greater than the risk associated with use in the case of a contraindication.
Side effects DOC IBUPROFEN Pain Gel 5% 150g
What adverse effects can occur?
- Hypersensitivity reactions of the skin, such as
- Reddening of the skin
- itching
- Burning on the skin
- skin rash
- Skin rash with blisters
- Hives (urticaria) due to medication
- Drying out of the skin
- Inflammation of the skin due to chemicals/allergy (contact dermatitis)
If you notice any discomfort or change during treatment, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
The information provided here is based primarily on side effects that occur in at least one in 1,000 patients treated.
Hints DOC IBUPROFEN Pain Gel 5% 150g
What should you be aware of?
- Caution: Patients with nasal polyps, chronic respiratory tract infections, asthma or a tendency to allergic reactions such as hay fever: The medicine may trigger an asthma attack or a severe allergic skin reaction. Therefore, consult your doctor before use.
- Take care if you are allergic to painkillers!
