Rofenac Gel 50 Gm

Description

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. Rofenac gel can be used to treat: Muscle and joint injuries (e.g. sprains, strains, bruises, backache, sports injuries) Tendonitis (e.g. tennis elbow) Osteoarthritis. How to use 1. Take the tube out of the carton. Before first use, pierce the sealing membrane of the tube with the spiked top of the cap. 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 Rofenac gel, unless your hands are the site being treated. Replace the cap. 6. Allow at least four hours between applications of the gel. Do not apply more than 4 times in any 24 hour period. Warnings and precautions DO NOT use Rofenac gel if you: Are in the last 3 months of your pregnancy Have an allergy (hypersensitivity) to any of the ingredients in the product Have ever had an allergic reaction to diclofenac or other medicines used to treat pain, fever or inflammation, such as aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) or ibuprofen. Symptoms of an allergic reaction to these medicines may include: asthma, wheezing or shortness of breath; skin rash or hives; swelling of the face or tongue; runny nose. This medicine is not recommended for use in children under 14 years of age. Side Effects 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 Very rare side effects (may affect less than 1 in every 10,000 people) The skin may be more sensitive to the sun. Possible signs are sunburn with itching, swelling and blistering. Storage Information Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Do not store above 30°C. Do not use Rofenac gel after the expiry date stated on the carton and tube. 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 Rofenac gel if you are already taking diclofenac tablets or other NSAID pain/inflammation tablets (e.g. aspirin or ibuprofen). Ingredients Each tube of Rofenac gel contains 1% diclofenac sodium. - Each 1 g of gel contains: Active ingredient: Diclofenac sodium 10 mg. Specifications Rofenac 1% Gel: a smooth, uniform, non-greasy clear gel with characteristic odor; dispersible in water.