Fastum Gel 10 g 2.5%

Indication

Topical non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) gel for the relief of localised pain and inflammation of the joints, tendons, ligaments and muscles, such as sprains, strains, bruises, tendinitis, bursitis, arthritis and lumbago.

Ingredients

• Ketoprofen 2.5% (2.5 g per 100 g)

Direction

Apply a thin layer of gel (about 5 to 15 cm) to the affected area once or twice a day and massage gently to help absorption. Wash hands after use. Use only for short periods; treatment should not exceed 7 days unless advised by a doctor.

Side effects

• Skin rash and itching at the application site.
• Photosensitivity reactions (skin reactions after exposure to sunlight).
• Hypersensitivity reactions
• especially with prolonged use
• stop treatment if they occur.
• Systemic side effects are not expected because very little is absorbed through the skin
• but cannot be excluded.

Precautions

• Do not use if allergic to ketoprofen
• fenofibrate
• tiaprofenic acid
• aspirin or other NSAIDs
• or to any ingredient of the gel.
• Do not use if you have had photosensitivity or a skin allergy to ketoprofen
• UV filters (sunscreens) or perfumes.
• Do not expose treated skin to sunlight or UV lamps during treatment and for 2 weeks after stopping.
• Do not apply to eczema
• acne
• infected skin or open wounds
• near the eyes or on mucous membranes.
• Do not use in the last three months of pregnancy
• safety in pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been established
• so consult a doctor first.
• Use with caution in asthma
• bleeding disorders
• heart disease
• peptic ulcer
• kidney failure
• or with coumarin anticoagulants such as warfarin.