Dimexid gel 25% 30g

Indications

- to relieve pain in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis deformans, arthropathy, sciatica, trigeminal neuralgia;

- for the treatment of bruises, ligament damage, traumatic infiltrates;

- in the treatment of erythema nodosum.

Dosing regimen

Apply externally.

the drug is applied in a thin layer on the affected area 1-2 times / day. Duration of treatment is 10-14 days. Repeated courses may be held not less than 10 days.

Side effect

In the process of using the drug, contact dermatitis, garlic smell of exhaled air, increased skin pigmentation, allergic reactions, erythematous rashes, dry skin, slight burning sensation can be observed.

Some patients perceive the smell of the drug badly (nausea, retching), in rare cases bronchospasm is possible.

Contraindications

- severe liver damage;

- severe kidney damage,

- angina pectoris;

- myocardial infarction;

- pronounced atherosclerosis;

- various types of stroke;

- glaucoma;

- cataract;

- coma;

- children's age up to 12 years;

- pregnancy

- lactation period;

- Hypersensitivity to the drug.

with caution Dimexid should be prescribed simultaneously with other drugs, due to the fact that it can enhance not only the activity, but also the toxicity of certain drugs.

Use during pregnancy and lactation

The drug is contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation.

Application for violations of the liver

Contraindicated in severe liver damage

Application for violations of kidney function

Contraindicated in severe kidney damage.

Use in children

It is contraindicated in children under 12 years old.

special instructions

Given the possibility of individual intolerance to the drug, it is recommended to carry out a drug test for tolerance to it. To do this, a thin layer of gel is applied to the skin of the elbow bend. The appearance of a sharp redness and itching indicates increased sensitivity to Dimexid.

If an allergic reaction occurs during drug treatment, the drug is discontinued, histamine H blockers are prescribed.₁-receptors.

Overdose

Symptoms: increased dose-related side effects.

Treatment: The preparation should be canceled, the damaged area should be washed, the preparation should be removed.

Drug interaction

Compatible with Heparin, antibacterial drugs, NSAIDs.

Increases the sensitivity of microorganisms to aminoglycoside and beta-lactam antibiotics, chloramphenicol, rifampicin, Griseofulvin.

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Terms and conditions of storage

The drug should be stored out of the reach of children at a temperature not higher than 25 ° C.