ratioDolor Diclofenac Pain Gel 2% Gel

Further Product Information

What is ratioDolor Diclofenac Pain Relief Gel and what is it used for?

ratioDolor Diclofenac Pain Relief Gel contains the active ingredient diclofenac. This belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

ratioDolor Diclofenac Pain Relief Gel is used in adults and adolescents aged 14 and over.

Indications

For the local, symptomatic treatment of pain in:

• Acute strains
• Sprains
• Bruises resulting from blunt trauma

For adolescents aged 14 and over, the application is intended for short-term treatment.

How to use ratioDolor Diclofenac Pain Relief Gel?

Always use this medicine exactly as described in the package leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.

Adults and adolescents aged 14 and over

ratioDolor Diclofenac Pain Relief Gel 2% is applied twice daily, preferably in the morning and evening.

Depending on the size of the affected area, a cherry-to-walnut-sized amount of gel is used. This corresponds to approximately 1 to 4 g of gel per application.

The maximum daily dose is 8 g of gel.

Elderly patients

No special dose adjustment is required. However, elderly patients should pay particular attention to possible side effects and, if necessary, consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Impaired kidney or liver function

No dose reduction is required.

Children and adolescents under 14 years

ratioDolor Diclofenac Pain Relief Gel must not be used in children under 14 years of age.

Application

The gel is for external use on the skin only.

Apply a thin layer of gel to the affected areas and rub it in lightly. Wash your hands after use, unless they are the areas being treated.

Duration of treatment

The duration of treatment depends on the symptoms and the underlying condition.

Without medical advice, ratioDolor Diclofenac Pain Relief Gel should not be used for longer than one week.

If symptoms do not improve after 3 to 5 days or worsen, a doctor should be consulted.

If you have used a larger quantity

An overdose is unlikely with external application, as only small amounts of the active ingredient are absorbed into the bloodstream. Excess gel can be washed off with water.

In case of accidental ingestion, a doctor should be contacted immediately.

If you have forgotten to use it

Do not apply a double amount to make up for a forgotten application.

Ingredients

Active ingredient

1 g of gel contains:

• 23.2 mg diclofenac diethylamine
• corresponding to 20 mg diclofenac sodium

Other ingredients

• Isopropyl alcohol
• Propylene glycol (E 1520) – 54 mg
• Cocoyl caprylocaprate
• Liquid paraffin
• Carbomer
• Macrogol cetostearyl ether
• Diethylamine
• Oleic acid
• Butylhydroxytoluene (E 321) – 0.2 mg
• Fragrance – 1 mg

Components of the fragrance:

• Camphor
• Eucalyptol
• Ambroxide
• Citronellol
• Geraniol
• Benzyl alcohol – 0.15 mg
• Linalool
• D-Limonene
• Citral
• Farnesol
• Coumarin
• Eugenol

Other components:

• Purified water

Side effects

Like all medicines, ratioDolor Diclofenac Pain Relief Gel can have side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Occasionally, the following may occur:

• Skin redness
• Itching
• Rash
• Burning or irritation at the application site
• Dry or flaky skin

Rarely, allergic skin reactions may occur.

In very rare cases, severe hypersensitivity reactions, breathing difficulties, or photosensitivity reactions of the skin may occur.

Propylene glycol, benzyl alcohol, butylhydroxytoluene, and fragrances can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

If skin rashes, swelling, breathing difficulties, or other signs of a hypersensitivity reaction occur, discontinue use and seek medical advice.