Marcogesic Gel
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Product introduction
Marcogesic Gel is a medicine applied topically to relieve pain. It works by first cooling the skin then warming it up. This cooling and warming up action improves blood circulation and distracts the patient from pain. It also blocks the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and swelling.
Marcogesic Gel is only meant for external use and should be used strictly as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be rubbed into the affected areas with clean and dry hands. Avoid getting in contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth and avoid applying it on wounded or damaged skin. In case of accidental contact, rinse it with plenty of cold water.
Use of this medicine may cause common side effects such as burning or stinging sensation, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application in some people. Usually, the side effects will slowly go away as your body gets used to it. If they are severe or do not go away, you should let your doctor know.
Although medicines used on the skin are not normally affected by other medicines, you should let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicine. You should also let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders to make sure it is safe for you. Ask your doctor for advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Marcogesic Gel is only meant for external use and should be used strictly as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be rubbed into the affected areas with clean and dry hands. Avoid getting in contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth and avoid applying it on wounded or damaged skin. In case of accidental contact, rinse it with plenty of cold water.
Use of this medicine may cause common side effects such as burning or stinging sensation, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application in some people. Usually, the side effects will slowly go away as your body gets used to it. If they are severe or do not go away, you should let your doctor know.
Although medicines used on the skin are not normally affected by other medicines, you should let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicine. You should also let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders to make sure it is safe for you. Ask your doctor for advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Uses of Marcogesic Gel
Benefits of Marcogesic Gel
In Pain relief
Marcogesic Gel gives fast relief from pain and swelling in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, muscle and back pain by creating a cooling-warming effect. It works by causing the skin to feel cool and then warm. These feelings on the skin distract you from feeling the pain in your muscles and joints. Altogether, it will help you do your daily activities without much problem. Apply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area no more than 3 to 4 times a day and rub in gently and thoroughly.
Side effects of Marcogesic 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 Marcogesic
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Marcogesic 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 Marcogesic Gel works
Marcogesic Gel is a combination of three medicines: Diclofenac, Methyl salicylate and Menthol which relieve pain. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Methyl salicylate and Menthol are topical analgesics (pain relievers). They work by first cooling the skin then warming it up. This cooling and warming up action improves blood circulation and distracts from feeling the pain.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Marcogesic 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Marcogesic Gel 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 Marcogesic Gel?
If you miss a dose of Marcogesic Gel, 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.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Marcogesic Gel to get relief from pain.
- Apply 2-3 times daily or as prescribed by the doctor.
- Do not apply to large areas of skin or near sensitive areas such as private parts or on broken or injured skin.
- Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, nose and rinse thoroughly in case of accidental contact or seek medical help in case of swallowing.
- Avoid applying Marcogesic Gel right after bathing or shaving. Using this medication on freshly shaved skin areas can cause severe skin irritation.
- Consult your doctor if you get excessive skin irritation or other unwanted effects.
Fact Box
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- Diclofenac. Brentford, Middlesex: GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare; 1997 [revised 24 Apr. 2017]. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Methyl Salicylate. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Menthol topical. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Marc Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Address: Marc Laboratories Limited, Plot No. 112, HP HIDC, Baddi, Solan-173205, Himachal Pradesh, India
Country of origin: India
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