Darfen Gel is a combined preparation for external use containing ibuprofen with methol of natural origin.
Darfen Gel is recommended for pain relief and inflammation reduction in rheumatic, muscle and joint pain, back pain, as well as pain and swelling due to injuries, sprains and sports injuries.
Warehouse
active ingredient: ibuprofen, levomenthol; 1 g of gel contains: ibuprofen 50 mg, levomenthol 30 mg; excipients: ethanol 96%, propylene glycol, carbomer, diisopropanolamine, purified water.
Contraindication
The drug is contraindicated:
with hypersensitivity to ibuprofen, levomenthol, acetylsalicylic acid or to any component of the drug or other NSAIDs (including oral administration); with asthma and a history of attacks of bronchial asthma, urticaria, Quincke's edema or acute rhinitis caused by taking acetylsalicylic acid or other NSAIDs; for use on damaged or bare (without epithelium) skin; for use on open wounds, inflammatory and infectious skin diseases such as wet eczema, as well as for use on mucous membranes;
Method of application
For external use only.
The sealed hole in the tube must be pierced with a spike located in the upper outer part of the cap.
For each application, use 1-7 cm of gel from a tube containing 50 g or 100 g of gel and 4-10 cm from a tube containing 15 g of gel.
Apply the gel to the painful area and rub in gently until completely absorbed. If necessary, apply up to 3 times a day, but not more often than every 4 hours. If there is no improvement in the condition after two weeks, consult a doctor. Do not apply a bandage to the area where the gel was applied.
Application features
The medicine contains propylene glycol, which can cause skin irritation, therefore, before first use, it is necessary to check the patient's sensitivity to Darfen® Gel on a small area of skin.
Oral ibuprofen is known to aggravate renal failure or exacerbate active peptic ulcer disease. Patients with impaired renal function, asthma, a history of active gastric or duodenal ulcer disease, and patients receiving oral NSAIDs should consult a doctor before using the drug. The gel should not be applied to mucous membranes, near mucous membranes, lips, nostrils, areas near the eyes, genitals, and anus, or to damaged, inflamed, or irritated skin. If the gel gets on these areas, the drug should be washed off immediately with plenty of clean water.
Pregnant women
The safety of ibuprofen during pregnancy in humans has not been adequately documented. Animal studies using the oral formulation have not shown teratogenic effects.
Children
The drug is contraindicated for use in children under 12 years of age.
Drivers
Not installed.
Overdose
The probability of overdose when using ibuprofen in the form of a gel for external use is insignificant. However, in case of overdose, side effects are possible that are observed with systemic use of ibuprofen (dyspepsia: nausea, heartburn, vomiting, flatulence; skin allergic reactions; headache, drowsiness, dizziness; arterial hypotension).
Side effects
Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: hypersensitivity reactions, which may manifest as cutaneous purpura, angioedema, bullous dermatoses (including epidermal necrolysis and erythema multiforme); skin redness, skin irritation. The most common skin disorders are: rash, urticaria, itching, dry skin, burning sensation, contact dermatitis.
Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders: Hypersensitivity reactions in the form of asthma attacks or worsening of asthma, shortness of breath, dyspnoea and bronchospasm may occur in patients with a history of asthma attacks or allergic diseases.
From the gastrointestinal tract, depending on the amount of gel applied, the area of application, the integrity of the skin, the duration of treatment, and the presence of an occlusive dressing, the following are possible, although unlikely: abdominal pain, dyspepsia.
Storage conditions
Store in original packaging at a temperature not exceeding 25°C. Keep out of the reach of children.
