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Gabaprox Ointment

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Medixia Healthcare Solution

SALT COMPOSITION

Capsaicin (0.025% w/w) + Diclofenac (4% w/w) + Gabapentin (8% w/w) + Methyl Salicylate (5% w/w)

Storage

Store below 25°C

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Product introduction

Gabaprox 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.

Gabaprox 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 to 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 Gabaprox Ointment

Neuropathic pain

Benefits of Gabaprox Ointment

In Neuropathic pain

Gabaprox 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 Gabaprox 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 Gabaprox

Application site burning
Irritation

How to use Gabaprox 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 Gabaprox Ointment works

Gabaprox Ointment is a combination of four medicines: Capsaicin, Diclofenac, Gabapentin, and Methyl Salicylate. Capsaicin is a plant derivative which activates certain receptors to cause prolonged desensitization of the local pain nerves. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Gabapentin is an alpha 2 delta ligand which decreases pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells. Methyl Salicylate is used as topical analgesic (pain reliever). It works by first cooling the skin then warming it up. This cooling and warming up action interferes with the pain signal transmission through nerves. Together, they relieve neuropathic pain (pain from damaged nerves).

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Gabaprox Ointment may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Gabaprox 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

What if you forget to take Gabaprox Ointment?

If you miss a dose of Gabaprox Ointment, 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.

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Quick tips

Gabaprox Ointment is used to treat certain types of long-lasting pain caused by damage to nerves.
Wash your hands before and after applying Gabaprox Ointment to the affected area.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other pain-relieving medicines.
Along with taking Gabaprox Ointment, your doctor might advise you to undergo physiotherapy to get relief from pain.

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Patient concerns

Most of the times when I get excited or have orgasm I feel pain in my testis and around it .

Dr. Pranay Gandhi

Sexology

hi PATIENT neuropathic pain mostly. take tablet emanzen d 1 bd

Sir Plz suggest me effective pain killer with minimum side effects for back pain and arthritis, which can be taken on regular basis as and when required.

Dr. Vikas Sharma

Neurology

dpeneds on the type of pain - muscular or neuropathic; show tro nearby neuro

I m suffering due to pain in left testis, so I visited pgimer Chandigarh in urology deptt. There I had gone for dopler ultrasound testis and its reports are normal Now whenever I lay down at bed I felt a smaal lump in testis,when I touchdown it, the pain radiates in whole left testis Now I m feeling pain sometimes in both tastis Is it a sign of early vericoseal Or something else Pls. Suggest

Dr. Pranay Gandhi

Sexology

it is a neuropathic pain and it won't show any abnormality in USG. i am worried about the lump u r talking about. its better if u consult a surgeon, PGIMER UROLOGY is the best place to go for examination. if they say its normal, its normal. for pain take pregaba m 1 od

What kinds of pain does Gabaprox Ointment help with?

Gabaprox Ointment is used to manage neuropathic pain caused by nerve damage. Your doctor may also prescribe this medicine for temporary relief of muscle and joint pain, especially pain caused by arthritis, strains, or sprains. It helps reduce pain, inflammation, and stiffness.

How quickly can I expect pain relief after applying Gabaprox Ointment?

The exact time Gabaprox Ointment takes to relieve pain is not known. However, many people start feeling pain relief within thirty minutes, but the full effects can take a few days of regular use.

Can I use Gabaprox Ointment on my back or shoulders?

Gabaprox Ointment is suitable for use on various muscle and joint areas, including back, knees, elbows, and shoulders. Just make sure to follow your doctor’s instructions and avoid applying to broken or irritated skin.

Can Gabaprox Ointment cause any skin reactions?

Some people may experience mild burning, redness, itching, or dryness at the Gabaprox Ointment application site. If these persist, contact your doctor.

Can I use Gabaprox Ointment if I have nerve pain due to injury or diabetes?

Yes, gabapentin in Gabaprox Ointment targets neuropathic pain from nerve damage, helping ease such discomfort. The other ingredients present in this medicine also help with inflammation and pain.

Should I avoid sun exposure after applying Gabaprox Ointment?

Yes, it is best to protect the treated area from direct sunlight because some ingredients in Gabaprox Ointment can make your skin more sensitive.

Can Gabaprox Ointment help improve my mobility by reducing swelling?

Yes, by reducing inflammation and pain, Gabaprox Ointment can help you move more comfortably and restore joint or muscle function.

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