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Product introduction

Orcerin Ointment is a combination medicine used in the treatment of arthralgia (joint pain). On application, it reduces pain and swelling in the affected area and provides a warm and soothing effect on the joints.

Orcerin Ointment is for external use only. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. A thin layer of the medicine should be massaged into the affected areas with clean and dry hands. You should not use it on the skin which is broken, bruised, or blistered. If it gets into your eyes, nose, or mouth, vagina, immediately rinse with plenty of water.

Using the medicine may cause some common side effects such as irritation and burning sensation at the site of application. However, these side effects are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they persist for a longer duration.

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 to be safe. Ask your doctor for advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Orcerin Ointment

Benefits of Orcerin Ointment

In Arthralgia (joint pain)

Arthralgia is a condition with pain, stiffness and swelling in the joints that causes difficulty in movement. Orcerin Ointment treats arthralgia and gives relief from these symptoms by creating a cooling-warming effect. This means it works by first cooling the skin then warming it up. This cooling and warming up action distract from feeling the pain. Altogether, it helps in easy movement and by reducing pain it improves the quality of your life.

Side effects of Orcerin 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 Orcerin

  • Irritation
  • Burning sensation at the site of application

How to use Orcerin 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 Orcerin Ointment works

Orcerin Ointment is a combination of five medicines: Glucosamine, Diacerein, Capsaicin, Camphor and Menthol. Glucosamine and Diacerein are proteoglycan synthesis stimulators. Together they help in the formation of cartilage (soft tissue around the joints) leading to joint repair. Diacerein also lowers inflammation (swelling) of the joints. Capsaicin work by blocking pain messages to the nerves which relieves minor aches and pains in the joints. Camphor and Menthol work by first cooling the skin, then warming it up. This action distracts from feeling the pain.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Orcerin Ointment during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Orcerin Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Orcerin Ointment?

If you miss a dose of Orcerin 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.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Orcerin Ointment for the treatment of joint pain.
  • Avoid applying right after bathing or shaving. Using this medication on freshly shaved skin areas can cause severe skin irritation.
  • Do light exercise or take physical therapy to strengthen muscles around the affected joint and manage your weight along with taking this medication.

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Patient concerns

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Joint pain karkrahat and sound just like without grees Joint pain karkrahatand sound just like whitout grees
Dr. Akshat Goel
Orthopaedics
Take Tab Orcerin-GM twice daily and Cap Altraday twice daily for 1 week and apply Dynapar QPS spray
There is a slight pain in my left ear from the last two days. There is no injury at all.just a slight muscle pain in the ear. I am worry that it will not be increase.
Dr. Vijay Verma
ENT
Appears as TM joint arthralgia Get one ent consultation
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References

  1. Fidelix TS, Macedo CR, Maxwell LJ, et al. Diacerein for osteoarthritis. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2014;(2):CD005117. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. ScienceDirect. Capsaicin Based Rubefacients. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Name: Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: Atlanta Arcade, Marol Church Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai - 400059, INDIA.
Country of origin: India

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