Olfen 1% Gel 50 gm

Description

Olfen 1 % Gel contains the active substance Diclofenac which belongs to a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is specially formulated for rubbing into the skin and used to relieve pain and reduce inflammation and swelling in painful conditions affecting the joints and muscles. Olfen 1 % Gel can be used for the external treatment of pain, inflam- mation and swelling in: Muscle and joint injuries (e.g. sprains, strains, bruises, backache, sports injuries) Tendonitis (e.g. tennis elbow) Osteoarthritis How to use Adults 1. Take the tube out of the carton: a. For the aluminium tube: Before first use, pierce the sealing membrane of the tube with the spiked top of the cap. Do not use if seal is broken. b. For the laminated tube: Unscrew and remove cap. When using for the first time, reverse the cap, engage with the nozzle, twist and remove the seal from the tube. Do not use if seal is broken. 2. Gently squeeze out a small amount of gel from the tube and apply to the painful or swollen area 3 to 4 times a day, slowly rubbing into the skin. The amount needed will vary depending on the size of the painful or swollen area; an amount ranging in size from a 1 penny to a 2 pence piece will usually be sufficient. You may notice a slight cooling effect when you rub the gel in 3. Do not rub the gel into cuts, open wounds or any other area where the skin is abnormal. After rubbing the gel into the skin, do not cover with bandages or sticking plaster. 4. Be careful not to get the gel in your eyes. If this happens, rinse your eyes with clean water and tell your doctor. 5. Wash your hands after rubbing in Olfen 1 % Gel, unless your hands are the site being treated. Replace the cap. Warnings and precautions Do not apply to skin that has (i) a rash or eczema (ii) cuts or open wounds, surfaces intact only and not to skin wounds or open lesions. Stop the treat ment if a skin rash develops after applying the product. Avoid applying on large areas of skin and over a prolonged period of time, unless under medical advice. Be careful when sunbathing or using sun lamps as your skin may be more sensitive to sunlight. If you have a stomach or duodenal ulcer (or a history of), tell your doctor or pharmacist before using the gel. Side Effects If you experience any of the following signs of allergy, STOP using Olfen 1 % gel and tell a doctor or pharmacist immediately skin rash with blisters; hives (may affect between 1 and 10 in every 10,000 people). Wheezing, shortness of breath or feeling of tightness in the chest (asthma) (may affect less than 1 in every 10,000 people). Swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat (may affect less than 1 in every 10,000 people). Other side effects which may occur are usually mild, passing and harmless (if you are concerned, tell a doctor or pharmacist). Common side effects (may affect between 1 and 10 in every 100 people) Skin rash, itching, reddening or smarting of the skin Storage Information Do not store above 30°C Drug Interactions Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, or have recently taken, any other medicines, including those obtained without a prescription. Do not use Olfen 1 % Gel if you are already taking diclofenac tablets or other NSAID pain/inflammation tablets (e.g. aspirin or ibuprofen). Ingredients The active substance: diclofenac sodium. The other ingredients are: Lactic acid, di-isopropyl adipate, Isopropyl alcohol, sodium metabisulphite (E223), hydroxyethylcellulose, hydroxypropylcellulose, purified water.