Gabafenac Gel
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Product introduction
Gabafenac Gel is used to treat neuropathic pain. It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation. It decreases the pain by modulating calcium channel activity.
Gabafenac Gel is only meant for external use and should be used strictly as advised by your doctor. Rub a thin layer of the medicine into the affected areas with clean and dry hands. Avoid getting in contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth and avoid applying it on wounded or damaged skin. In case of accidental contact with these areas, you should rinse it with plenty of cold water.
It is generally well-tolerated with little or no side effects. However, it may cause burning or stinging sensation at the site of application in some people. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. If they get worse or do not go away, you should let your doctor know.
Although medicines used on the skin are not normally affected by other medicines you should let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicine to be safe. You should also let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders to make sure it is safe. Ask your doctor for advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Gabafenac Gel is only meant for external use and should be used strictly as advised by your doctor. Rub a thin layer of the medicine into the affected areas with clean and dry hands. Avoid getting in contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth and avoid applying it on wounded or damaged skin. In case of accidental contact with these areas, you should rinse it with plenty of cold water.
It is generally well-tolerated with little or no side effects. However, it may cause burning or stinging sensation at the site of application in some people. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. If they get worse or do not go away, you should let your doctor know.
Although medicines used on the skin are not normally affected by other medicines you should let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicine to be safe. You should also let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders to make sure it is safe. Ask your doctor for advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Uses of Gabafenac Gel
Benefits of Gabafenac Gel
In Neuropathic pain
Gabafenac Gel is used to treat neuropathic or nerve pain. This means it helps in reducing sensations such as burning, throbbing, sharp, numbness, pins and needles pain in arms, hands, fingers, legs, feet, or toes. This improves your sleep, mood and reduces tiredness that can be caused by the pain. Along with using Gabafenac Gel, other treatments like physical therapy, accupuncture, massage or relaxation therapy can help you get relief from neuropathic pain. Consult your doctor who can advise you on this.
Side effects of Gabafenac Gel
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Gabafenac
- Limited data available
How to use Gabafenac Gel
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Gabafenac Gel works
Gabafenac Gel is a combination of five medicines. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Capsaicin desensitize the nerve endings which alleviates the pain, whereas rubefacients increase the blood flow of the affected area to give a warm and soothing feeling. Menthol, is an organic compound, extracted from peppermint oil. It activates the cold sensing chemical messenger, which gives a cooling effect. Methyl Salicylate is a natural component that prevents inflammation (pain, redness, and swelling) by blocking chemical messengers (prostaglandin and thromboxane). Pregabalin is an alpha 2 delta ligand which decreases the pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Gabafenac Gel during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Gabafenac Gel during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Gabafenac Gel?
If you miss a dose of Gabafenac Gel, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Gabafenac Gel is used to treat certain types of long-lasting pain caused by damage to nerves.
- Wash your hands before and after applying Gabafenac Gel to the affected area.
- Gabafenac Gel may ease the pain within a few days but it may take 2-3 weeks before you see maximum benefit.
- Inform your doctor if you are using any other pain-relieving medicines.
- Along with taking Gabafenac Gel, your doctor might advise you to undergo physiotherapy to get relief from pain.
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Name: Bioceutics Inc
Address: No. 15, Plot no. 92B, 6th Cross Street, Senthil Nagar, Kolathur Chennai – 600 099
Country of origin: India
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