Description
✅ Uses
- Muscle & joint pain: Effective for relieving aches, stiffness, and soreness in muscles and joints. (MedPlusMart)
- Dual sensation action: Contains menthol and methyl salicylate that give a cooling (icy) effect followed by warming sensation to soothe pain. (NetForHealth)
Key active ingredients:
- Diclofenac (NSAID)
- Menthol
- Methyl salicylate
- Linseed oil (NetForHealth, Meesho)
How to use:
Apply a thin layer 3–4 times daily to the affected area and gently rub in—no massage needed. (NetForHealth)
⚠️ Side Effects
As a topical gel with diclofenac and rubefacients like menthol/methyl salicylate, potential side effects include:
Common (mild):
- Skin redness, warmth, burning, stinging, or tingling at application site (WebMD)
Less common but serious:
- Allergic reactions: Rash, hives, severe skin swelling, blisters (Drugs.com, Drugs.com)
- NSAID-related (diclofenac): Although rare, systemic absorption may cause gastrointestinal symptoms like stomach pain, upset stomach, vomiting, or very serious signs like black/tarry stools (indicating bleeding), dizziness, or fainting (MedPlusMart)
- Skin irritation: Severe irritation, redness, or swelling should prompt stopping the product and consulting a doctor. (NetForHealth)
📝 Precautions & Advice
- Avoid applying to broken, irritated, or scraped skin. (Drugs.com)
- Do not combine with heating pads or open flames—risk of burns or fire. (Drugs.com)
- Wash hands after use, especially to avoid contact with eyes, mouth, or genitals. (Drugs.com)
- Inform your doctor if you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or using systemic NSAIDs.
- Stop use and seek immediate medical help if you experience blistering, signs of GI bleeding, fainting, or allergic reactions.
Summary Table
Feature | Details |
---|---|
Purpose | Topical relief of muscle/joint pain |
Key sensations | Cooling then warming |
Dosage | Apply 3–4× daily |
Common side effects | Skin redness, stinging |
Serious side effects | Allergic skin reactions, GI bleeding symptoms, dizziness |
Safety tips | Avoid open wounds, heat sources; wash hands; monitor for reactions |
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