Inmecin 1% Gel helps in relieving moderate pain and reducing fever. It effectively alleviates pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, and ankylosing spondylitis.

Inmecin 1% Gel is for external use only. It should be gently applied to the affected area. Wash your hands thoroughly after applying it to the affected area. You should not apply it to open wounds. Please consult your doctor if your symptoms do not get better.

Application site irritation and burning sensation might be seen as side effects with this medicine. Please keep it out of reach of children to avoid harmful effects via licking. It should not come in contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

Uses of Inmecin Gel

Pain relief

Benefits of Inmecin Gel

In Pain relief

Inmecin 1% Gel belongs to a group of medicines called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used for short-term relief of pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.

Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Side effects of Inmecin 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 Inmecin

Application site irritation
Burning sensation
Vomiting
Stomach pain/epigastric pain
Nausea
Indigestion
Dizziness
Drowsiness
Visual disorder

How to use Inmecin 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 Inmecin Gel works

Inmecin 1% Gel is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling) on the skin.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Inmecin 1% Gel is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Inmecin 1% Gel is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

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Quick tips

Inmecin 1% Gel is applied to the skin to relieve inflammation and pain of joints and muscles.
It is less likely to cause stomach side effects as compared to oral medication.
Gently massage it into the skin of the affected area.
Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages as these may increase the risk of side effects.
Do not apply to broken, diseased, infected, inflamed, or irritated skin, or to open wounds.
Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth, or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
It may increase the risk of sunburn. Avoid exposing the treated area of skin to excessive sunlight.
Do not use it for longer than 14 days unless recommended by your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Indazole Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (acetic acid)

Interaction with drugs

Taking Inmecin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Nimesulide

Brand(s): Nimsun, Neil, Esulide

Life-threatening

Oxyphenbutazone

Brand(s): Oxy Triactin, Sioril

Life-threatening

Metamizole

Brand(s): Pyregin, Alpagin, Bral

Life-threatening

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Patient concerns

I'm being diagnosed with chickungunya I'm taking doxcef200 and inmecin 25 since 10 days do not have fever but my joints are still paining alot specially legs can u suggest anything?

Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari

Ayurveda

take mahayograj guggul 2 tab twice, and chandraprabha vati 2 tab twice with water with luke warm water

Sir, I have been suffering from ankylosing spondylitis for the past 8 years and the pain has been increasing from the past 1 year I have also developed uveitis recently I have been taking medicines such as saaz 500, inmecin 25 I also practice yoga daily.But not much improvement is visible and medicines only provide temporary relief.Please guide me to a better life.

Vipul Aggarwal

u need to consult rheumatologist for the same only role from orthopaedics side is exercises

Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni

Ayurveda

Kindly consult to any good Ayuvedic Panchkarma center. Panchkarma therapy will give you some result .

Dr. Saurav Arora

Homeopathy

Dear sir for the time being you can take Ruta 30, 04 drops in half cup water and Calcarea flour 6x, 4 tab thrice daily for a month, but as this case needs supervision, discussion and examination you need to visit a homeopath so that he can discuss your case in detail, get some investigations, do examination and guide you accordingly,

FAQs

Q. Is Inmecin 1% Gel a good painkiller?

Inmecin 1% Gel is effective in relieving pain and inflammation. It is used to provide relief from various sorts of pain, such as sprains, strains, and other injuries. It is also helpful in the treatment of different types of arthritis and gout. Along with that, it can be used to reduce pain and inflammation which follow after surgery.

Q. Is Inmecin 1% Gel safe?

Inmecin 1% Gel is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Q. How to use Inmecin 1% Gel?

Before using Inmecin 1% Gel, clean and dry the affected area. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Inmecin 1% Gel gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.

Q. What precautions do I need to take while using Inmecin 1% Gel?

Be careful not to get Inmecin 1% Gel into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Inmecin 1% Gel if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Inmecin 1% Gel with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Inmecin 1% Gel only if prescribed by the doctor.

Q. What should I do if I forget to use Inmecin 1% Gel?

If you forget to use Inmecin 1% Gel, do not worry and continue using Inmecin 1% Gel as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.

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