Fastum Gel
Drug name: Fastum Gel
Active Ingredients:
Ketoprofen
Therapeutic actions: Ketoprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent. Since ketoprofen is an inhibitor of prostaglandin synthesis it provides for anti-inflammatory, analgesic effects. FASTUM GEL is ketoprofen in an excipient suitable for allowing it to reach the site of inflammation by transcutaneous route, providing the local treatment of painful joints, tendons, ligaments and muscles.
Indications: Prescription ketoprofen is used to relieve pain, tenderness, swelling and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis (arthritis caused by a breakdown of the lining of the joints) and rheumatoid arthritis (arthritis caused by swelling of the lining of the joints).
Contraindications and cautions:
Known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients. Safety of FASTUM GEL during pregnancy and lactation has not been established. Safety in children has not been established.
Not to be used in
- Allergy to aspirin or other medicines in this class
- Broken, damaged, infected or diseased skin
- Children under 12 years of age
- People with a history of asthma or allergic diseases
Adverse effects: The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.
- Abnormal reaction of the skin to light, usually a rash (photosensitivity)
- Skin reactions such as itching, irritation, redness and rash
The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer.
Interactions: Tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with this medicine.
Additional Information: DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, if needed during treatment, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.
