DICLO pain gel forte - For short-term local, symptomatic treatment of mild to moderate pain in acute strains, sprains or bruises

This medicine contains the active ingredient diclofenac, which belongs to a group of anti-inflammatory medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (NSAIDs). It is used for the short-term local treatment of mild to moderate pain from acute strains, sprains or bruises resulting from blunt trauma in adults and adolescents aged 14 years and over.

The dosage recommendation is as follows:

- Adults and adolescents aged 14 and over: The gel should be applied thinly to the affected areas of the body twice a day, preferably in the morning and evening. The amount of gel depends on the size of the area to be treated and is usually an amount the size of a cherry to a walnut (1-4 g of gel). The maximum total daily dose is 8 g of gel.

No special dosage adjustment is required for elderly patients, but they should pay particular attention to side effects and consult a doctor or pharmacist if necessary.

No dose reduction is necessary in the case of impaired kidney or liver function.

This medicine should not be used in children and adolescents under 14 years of age.

The duration of treatment depends on the symptoms and the underlying disease. It is recommended not to use the medicine for more than 1 week without medical advice. If the symptoms worsen or do not improve after 3-5 days, you should consult a doctor.

In the event of accidental overdose, particularly when applied to the skin, the risk of significant overdose is low. If the recommended dose is significantly exceeded, you should remove the gel and wash it off with water. In case of accidental ingestion, you should contact your doctor for appropriate measures.

If you miss an application, you should not apply a double amount, but continue according to the regular dosage.

Before using the gel for the first time, you should open the tube according to the instructions. The gel should be applied thinly to the affected areas of the body and gently massaged into the skin. After rubbing in the gel, you should wash your hands unless your hands are the area to be treated.

As with all medicines, side effects can occur with this preparation, although not everyone gets them. Possible side effects may include blistering rash, hives, wheezing, shortness of breath, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, and other skin reactions. Common side effects can include rash

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