DG RL X Ointment
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Product introduction
DG RL X Ointment is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of neuropathic pain. It works by first cooling and then warming up the skin. Thus, it calms the damaged or overactive nerves by acting on the brain, thereby decreasing the sensation of pain.
DG RL X Ointment is for external use only. You should use this in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Clean and dry the affected area before applying this medicine on the skin. You should always wash your hands after applying it, unless hands are the affected area.
There are no major side effects associated with this medicine, but it can cause some application site burning or irritation. However, these side effects are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.
DG RL X Ointment is for external use only. You should use this in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Clean and dry the affected area before applying this medicine on the skin. You should always wash your hands after applying it, unless hands are the affected area.
There are no major side effects associated with this medicine, but it can cause some application site burning or irritation. However, these side effects are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.
Uses of DG RL X Ointment
Benefits of DG RL X Ointment
In Neuropathic pain
DG RL X Ointment is used to treat long-lasting (chronic) pain caused by nerve damage due to diabetes, shingles or spinal cord injury. It interferes with pain signals that travel through the damaged nerves and the brain. Using this medicine regularly will improve your physical and social functioning and overall quality of life.
Side effects of DG RL X Ointment
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 DG RL X
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
- Peripheral edema
- Impaired coordination
- Fatigue
- Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement)
- Viral infection
- Fever
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Hostility
How to use DG RL X Ointment
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 gently massage the ointment.
How DG RL X Ointment works
DG RL X Ointment is a combination of three medicines. Gabapentin is an antiepileptic medication. It decreases pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells. Diclofenac and Methyl Salicylate are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). They work by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of DG RL X Ointment during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of DG RL X Ointment during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
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Quick tips
- DG RL X Ointment is used to treat certain types of long-lasting pain caused by damage to nerves.
- Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, nose and rinse thoroughly in case of accidental contact or seek medical help in case of swallowing.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other pain-relieving medicines.
- Along with taking DG RL X Ointment, your doctor might advise you to undergo physiotherapy to get relief from pain.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
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Marketer details
Name: Medi Marathon Pharma Pvt.Ltd
Address: 3-9-610, 2nd Floor, Padmavathi Nagar, Mansoorabad, Hyderabad - 500068, Telanagana
Country of origin: India
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