Ibuprofen 5% Gel

Description

• Ibuprofen Gel is used for the topical treatment of backache, rheumatic and muscular pain, sprains, strains and neuralgia
• Ibuprofen gel is also indicated for symptomatic relief of pain due to non-serious arthritic conditions and sports injuries

Active Contains

Gel contains

• Ibuprofen EP 5.0% w/w

Directions

• Apply the gel to the affected areas, up to three times daily, or as directed by the physician. On each occasion apply only enough gel to thinly cover the affected area, and gently massage well into the skin, until completely absorbed
• Do not use excessively. Hands should be washed immediately after use (unless treating them)
• Treatment should not normally continue for more than a few weeks, unless recommended to do so by a doctor
• The same dosage and dosage schedule applies to all age groups, although Ibuprofen gel is not normally recommended for use on children under the age of 12 years, unless instructed by their doctor

Caution

• Not to be used in cases of sensitivity to any of the ingredients, particularly if asthmatic or suffer from allergic disease, and have previously shown hypersensitivity to aspirin, ibuprofen or related painkillers
• Not to be used on broken skin
• Seek medical advice if symptoms worsen or persist
• Oral NSAIDs, including ibuprofen, can sometimes be associated with renal impairment, aggravation of active peptic ulcers, and can induce allergic bronchial reactions in susceptible asthmatic patients. Although the systemic absorption of topically applied ibuprofen is less than for oral dosage forms, these complications can occur in rare cases. For these reasons, patients with an active peptic ulcer, a history of kidney problems, asthma or intolerance to aspirin or ibuprofen taken orally should seek medical advice before using ibuprofen gel
• Keep Ibuprofen gel away from the eyes and mucous membranes
• For external use only

Side effects

Very rarely, susceptible patients may experience the following side effects with ibuprofen, but these are extremely uncommon when ibuprofen is administered topically. If they occur, treatment should be discontinued

• Hypersensitivity - hypersensitivity reactions have been reported following treatment with ibuprofen. These may consist of (a) non-specific allergic reactions and anaphylaxis, (b) respiratory tract reactivity comprising asthma, aggravated asthma, bronchospasm, or dyspnoea, or (c) assorted skin disorders, including rashes of various types, pruritus, urticaria, purpura, angioedema and, less commonly, bullous dermatoses (including epidermal necrolysis and erythema multiforme)
• Renal - renal impairment can occur in patients with a history of kidney problems
• Gastrointestinal - side effects such as abdominal pain and dyspepsia have been reported