Long gel 5% 20g

Dosage form

gel

Active ingredient

1 g of gel for external use 5% contains: Ibuprofen 50 mg

Excipients: Isopropyl alcohol, dimethylhydroxymethyldioxolane, poloxamer, triglycerides with medium chains, purified water, lavender oil, non-colic oil (citrus)

Packing

In a tube of 20 g of gel. In a pack of cardboard 1 tube.

Mechanism of action

Long gel - NSAIDs for external use.

It has a local anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect. The key element of the specific action of ibuprofen is the inhibition of the biosynthesis of prostaglandins - inflammatory mediators. Causes the weakening or disappearance of pain syndrome (including pain in the joints at rest and when moving), reduction of morning stiffness and swelling of the joints. Contributes to increased range of motion.

Indications and usage

Inflammatory and degenerative diseases of the musculoskeletal system:

- Arthritis (rheumatoid, psoriatic).
- Joint syndrome in rheumatism and exacerbation of gout.
- Shoulder-blade periarthritis.
- Ankylosing spondylitis (ankylosing spondylitis).
- Deforming osteoarthritis.
- Osteochondrosis with radicular syndrome.
- Radiculitis.
- Sciatica.
- Myalgia (rheumatic and non-rheumatic origin).
- Lumbago.
- Tendivitis, tendovaginitis, bursitis.
- Injuries (sports, industrial, domestic) without compromising the integrity of soft tissues (including sprains, sprains, muscle breaks or ligaments, bruises, post-traumatic soft tissue edema).

Contraindications

- Weeping dermatosis.
- Eczema.
- Infected wounds and abrasions.
- Pregnancy.
- The period of breastfeeding.
- Children's age up to 1 year.
- Hypersensitivity to the drug.
- Hypersensitivity to Acetylsalicylic acid and other NSAIDs, manifested by attacks of asthma or other allergic reactions.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

The drug is contraindicated in pregnancy and during breastfeeding.

Dosage and administration

The drug should be used externally.

The duration of therapy with Dolgit depends on the severity of the disease and the nature of the damage.

A strip of gel with a length of 5-10 cm is applied on the skin in the painful area and carefully rubbed with light movements until complete absorption of the drug 3-4 times / day. The gel should not be applied under covering, air-tight dressings. In severe cases, it is recommended to combine local therapy with oral administration of NSAIDs.

Adverse reactions

- Allergic reactions: perhaps - bronchospasm (with increased sensitivity to NSAIDs); rarely, skin flushing, rash, swelling, burning sensation, tingling, or itching of the skin.

If you experience side effects or other unusual reactions, treatment with the drug should be discontinued, the possibility of further use of the drug is determined by the doctor.

Special notes

The drug should not be applied to an open wound surface, damaged skin or mucous membranes (avoid contact with eyes).

With the ineffectiveness of therapy should consult a doctor.

In severe cases, it is recommended to combine local therapy with the intake of NSAIDs.

- Use in pediatrics Dolgit in gel form can be used in children over the age of 1 year.

Drug interactions

When external use of ibuprofen, no interactions with other drugs have been identified.

Overdosage

- Symptoms: when applying large amounts of gel on the extensive surface of the skin or getting into the oral cavity, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, and headache may be observed.
- Treatment: Gel residues should be removed from the surface of the skin or from the mouth. When large amounts of the drug are ingested into the oral cavity, gastric lavage, the use of saline laxatives and symptomatic therapy are indicated.

Storage conditions

- Store in a dry place at a temperature of 15 ° to 25 ° C.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not use after expiration date.