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Swelinex Gel

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Product introduction

Swelinex Gel is a pain relieving medicine. It is applied topically to treat moderate to severe pain. It helps relieve pain and swelling or various joints and muscles.

Swelinex 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 massaged into the affected areas with clean and dry hands. Avoid getting in contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. In case of accidental contact, you should rinse it thoroughly with plenty of water.

It is usually safe with little or no side effects. However, it may cause burning sensation and skin irritation at the site of application. They are usually temporary and resolve with time. If they do not get better with time or worsen, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.

Before using the medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are using or have recently used any other medicines for the same disease or other diseases. To make sure the medicine is safe, pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using the medicine.

Uses of Swelinex Gel

Benefits of Swelinex Gel

In Pain relief

Swelinex Gel 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 or even after a dental (tooth-related) surgery.
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 Swelinex 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 Swelinex

  • No common side effects seen
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Dizziness

How to use Swelinex 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 Swelinex Gel works

Swelinex Gel is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation (pain and swelling).

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Swelinex Gel 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Swelinex Gel is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
The baby's skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of Swelinex Gel via licking.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Swelinex Gel?

If you miss a dose of Swelinex Gel, take 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

  • Swelinex Gel helps relieve pain and swelling of various joints and muscles.
  • Rub it gently over the affected area, until it is absorbed.
  • Do not apply to broken, diseased, infected or irritated skin, or to open wounds.
  • Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages, as these may increase the risk of side effects.
  • Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the gel in these areas.
  • Stop using Swelinex Gel and immediately inform your doctor if you notice skin rashes, sores, blisters or ulcers in the mouth, nose, throat or genitals.
  • Do not use it for longer than four weeks without talking to to your doctor first.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Enolic acid Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (enolic acids)

Interaction with drugs

Taking Swelinex with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Life-threatening
Brand(s): Oxy Triactin, Sioril
Life-threatening
Brand(s): Pyregin, Alpagin, Novalgin RC
Life-threatening

Patient concerns

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One of my teeth is sensitive. It some times pains
Dr. Abhijit Gambhir
Dental Surgery
sensitivity has many causative factors for relief of pain you can take pain killers it will give temporary relief
fever and 2 months pregnant can take combiflan
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
No take Crocin for pain relief
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User feedback


FAQs

Q. Can Swelinex Gel be used in the treatment of chikungunya?

Usually, the platelet count does not dip in cases of chikungunya and painkillers like piroxicam can lead to the risk of increased bleeding tendency. So refrain from taking Swelinex Gel or any painkiller in the case of any fever with joint pain. Consult your doctor before starting Swelinex Gel.

Q. Can Swelinex Gel be used along with dexamethasone?

No. Swelinex Gel should not be used with dexamethasone. They both increase each other's toxicity. There is an increased risk of GI ulceration.

Q. Is Swelinex Gel a NSAID?

Yes. Swelinex Gel is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Q. Is Swelinex Gel a sulfa drug?

Swelinex Gel is a sulphur containing compound. Swelinex Gel can cause serious adverse events in sensitive individuals. It can cause severe skin reactions like Steven Johnson Syndrome. Do inform your doctor if you have any kind of allergies.

Q. Is Swelinex Gel a blood thinner?

No. Swelinex Gel is not a blood thinner. It is a pain killer. It should be avoided in a patient with a bleeding disorder.

Q. Can Swelinex Gel be used in the treatment of allergy?

No. Swelinex Gel is not a drug to treat allergy. It is a pain killer.

Q. Can you donate blood when on the medication with Swelinex Gel?

Yes. You can donate blood when on Swelinex Gel. Do inform your doctor before donating blood.

Q. Can I use Swelinex Gel if I have a deranged renal function?

No. Swelinex Gel should not be taken if you have a abnormal renal function because long-term administration of NSAIDs has resulted in renal papillary necrosis and another renal injury.

Q. Can I use Swelinex Gel if I am pregnant?

No. Swelinex Gel should not be taken in pregnancy. It causes premature closure of the ductus arteriosus which can lead to fetal heart failure and death of the baby.

Q. Can I use Swelinex Gel if I have peptic ulcer disease?

No. Swelinex Gel is contraindicated in cases of active peptic ulcer disease. Swelinex Gel is known to cause gastric ulceration and bleeding.

Q. Can Swelinex Gel be used with warfarin?

No. Swelinex Gel should be avoided with warfarin as they both lead to increase in bleeding tendencies. Inform your doctor if you are taking any of the medications. If given together then the therapy should be monitored closely.

Q. Who should not take Swelinex Gel?

Swelinex Gel should not be taken by patients who had an asthma attack, hives, or other allergic reaction with aspirin or any other NSAID medicine. It should not be given for treating pain right before or after heart bypass surgery as well.

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Name: Tidal Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Address: A 101, Ghatkopar Industrial Estate, Ghatkopar (W), Mumbai -400086.INDIA
Country of origin: India

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30.0 gm in 1 tube
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