Diclac pain gel 1%, 150 g

Diclac pain gel 1 %

Diclac pain gel contains the active ingredient diclofenac sodium, which belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs/analgesics.These remedies have an anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effect.The gel is used externally to treat pain, inflammation and swelling in various ailments.No prescription is required for this product.

Areas of application

Diclac pain gel can be used for the following complaints:

Sports and accidental injuries such as sprains, bruises and strains.Rheumatic diseases of the soft tissues, including tendon and tenosynovitis, bursitis and inflammation in the muscle and capsule area.Degenerative diseases of the peripheral limb joints, such as osteoarthritis.Superficial phlebitis (thrombophlebitis superficialis).

Teens ages 14 and older can use the gel for short-term treatment of pain from acute bruises, strains, or sprains following blunt trauma.

Mode of action

Diclac pain gel contains the active ingredient diclofenac sodium, which has an anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effect.The gel is applied to the affected area and absorbs quickly, relieving pain and fighting inflammation.It cools the skin and joints and leaves the skin feeling pleasant without leaving any residue.

Active ingredients and ingredients

1 Gram of Diclac pain gel contains 10 milligrams of diclofenac sodium as the active ingredient.The other ingredients are isopropanol, ammonia solution, disodium edetat-2-water, decyl oleate, odor corrector, carbomer 980, (3-sn-phosphatidyl)choline, purified water, (RS)-2-octyldodecan-1-ol and (R,R,R)-[alpha]-tocopherol.

Contraindications

Diclac pain gel should not be used if you are known to be hypersensitive to any of the ingredients.It must not be used on open injuries, inflammation or infections of the skin, eczema or mucous membranes.Children and adolescents under 12 years of age as well as pregnant and breastfeeding women should not use the gel without consulting a doctor.People who have had asthma attacks, nasal inflammation or skin reactions to acetylsalicylic acid or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in the past should also not use the gel.

Dosage and application

Apply a cherry to walnut-sized amount of Diclac pain gel to the painful area 3-4 times a day.This corresponds to a single dose of 1-4 grams of gel (10-40 milligrams of diclofenac sodium).The maximum daily dose is 16 grams of gel (160 milligrams of diclofenac sodium).Rub the gel lightly to increase active ingredient absorption.Wash your hands afterwards, unless these are the area to be treated.If you have phlebitis, you should not rub the gel in with pressure.Allow the gel to dry on the skin for a few minutes before applying a bandage.As a rule, do not use the gel for longer than 1-2 weeks.For long-term use, please consult your doctor.

Patient information

Particular caution is required when using the gel if you suffer from asthma, hay fever, nasal mucous membrane swelling or chronic respiratory infections.In this case, the preparation should only be used under medical supervision.If symptoms do not improve after 3-5 days or worsen, you should consult a doctor.Children and young people under 15 years of age should not use the gel as there is insufficient experience with this.Elderly patients should use the gel under regular medical supervision.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

In the first 6 months of pregnancy you should only use the gel after consulting your doctor.You must not use the product in the last 3 months of pregnancy.Since diclofenac passes into breast milk in small quantities, prolonged use during breastfeeding should be avoided.Breastfeeding women should not use the gel in the breast area.

Notes

Diclac pain gel is only intended for external use and must not be taken.Keep the gel out of the reach of small children.Do not use the medicine after the expiry date stated on the package.The expiry date refers to the last day of the specified month.

Ingredients

Active ingredient: 10 milligrams of diclofenac sodium per 1 gram of gel.Other ingredients: ammonia, carbomer (980), decyl oleate, sodium edetate (Ph.Eur.), octyldodecanol (Ph.Eur.), (3-sn-phosphatidyl)choline (soy), 2-propanol (Ph.Eur.). Eur.), all-rac-alphaTocopherol, fragrance (contains 2-benzylidenheptanal, citronellol, benzyl salicylate, geraniol, 7-hydroxycitronellal, citral, eugenol, isoeugenol, D-limonene, linalool,3-Methyl-4-(2,6,6-trimethyl-2-cyclohexen-1-yl)-3-buten-2-one), purified water.

Address of the provider/manufacturer

Hexal AG
Industriestr.25
83607 Holzkirchen