Salonpas gel relief, anti -inflammatory muscle and joint pain (30g)

Dosage form Emulsion (gel)
Specifications Tube x 30g
Ingredient Menthol, methyl salicylate
Indication Back pain, muscular inflammation, tendonitis, arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, joint pain
Contraindication Drug allergy

Ingredient

Composition information	Content
Menthol	7%
Methyl salicylate	15%

Uses

Indications

Salonpas Gel is designated in the following cases:

Anti -inflammatory, anti -inflammatory muscles and joints, simple back pain, arthritis, muscle tension, bruising and sprains.

Pharmacokological

menthol reduces itching, vasodilation, causing cold feeling then analgesic effect. Methyl Salicylate has the typical effects of the salicylate group, it is easy to absorb through the skin and has anti -irritation properties. Many chain stimulation effects are indicated in analgesic effect.

pharmacokinetic

Skin absorption. However, the concentration of medication in blood after use on the skin normally according to the instructions for use is low. However, if there is any adverse effects that appear, guide the patient to wash the skin paste under the flowing water, and guide more for patients if needed.

Before taking Salonpas gel relief, anti -inflammatory muscle and joint pain (30g)

How to use

Salonpas Gel used on the skin.

Dosage

Adults and children over 2 years old: Applying the drug to the painful area not exceeding 3-4 times a day.

Children under 2 years of age: Must consult a doctor.

Note: The above dose is for reference only. Specific dosage depends on the condition and level of progression of the disease. For a suitable dose, you need to consult a doctor or medical specialist.

What to do when overdose? In the case of large amounts of drugs and abnormal symptoms, stop use, wash the skin with clean water with clean water and consult a doctor or pharmacist.

What to do when forgetting a dose? However, if close to the next dose, skip the forgotten dose and take the next dose at the time as planned. Do not use double the prescribed dose.

Side Effects

When using salonpas gel , you may experience unwanted effects (ADR).

Rare, 1/10000

Skin: allergies, itching, redness, blisters, mild irritation.

Instructions on how to handle ADR

If the above symptoms occur over, the treatment with salonpas gel must stop and notify your doctor.

Warnings

Before using the drug you need to read the instructions carefully and refer to the information below.

Contraindicated

Salonpas Gel Contraindicated in the following cases:

Apply the drug to the skin of damaged, open wounds, mucosa and the skin around the eyes.

cord into the eyes, in case of cord, wash immediately with clean water or warm water, if the symptoms are still severe to the eye specialist.

People with a history of allergies to the salicylate group.

Precautions when using

Use in accordance with the prescribed instructions and dose. For external use only. Do not swallow. Do not use with hot tape. No tape. In case of use a few days without symptoms that do not get better or lose and recur a few days later, stop using and consult a doctor.

The ability to drive and operate machinery

There is no impact on the ability to drive and operate machinery.

Pregnancy

must consult a doctor before use.

Breastfeeding period

Must consult a doctor before use.

Drug interaction

Not detected.

With a very small amount of active ingredient absorbed into the body will not increase the ability to interact with other drugs. For patients who are taking oral anticoagulants, excessive use will increase the risk of bleeding. There is interaction with other painkillers.

Storage

Close the lid, hold the medicine in a cool place, avoid direct light, out of reach of children.

Do not quit smoking into other packaging to preserve to avoid confusion.

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