Patient Leaflet Updated 31-Oct-2024 | ADVANZ Pharma
Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel
Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel
Ibuprofen
Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again. If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. This medicine has been prescribed for you. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their symptoms are the same as yours. If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
1. What is Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel and what it is used for
2. Before you use Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel
3. How to use Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel
4. Possible side effects
5. How to store Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel
6. Further information
Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel contains ibuprofen and belongs to a group of medicines called non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID’s). These medicines reduce pain and inflammation, and bring down a high temperature.
Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel is used to treat a number of painful conditions affecting the joints and muscles such as back pain, sprains, strains and other sport injuries. It is also used for the relief of pain caused by mild to moderate arthritic conditions and nerve pain (neuralgia).
If any of the above apply to you, only use this product on advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
IBUPROFEN 10% W/W GEL IS FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY.
Can you take Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel with other medicines?
Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, or have recently taken any other medicine, even those not prescribed by a doctor.
The effect of this medicine may affect or be affected by taking the following medicines at the same time:
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any of the above, or have recently taken any other medicine - even those not prescribed.
You should not use Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.
Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel should not affect the ability to drive or use machines.
Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel is designed for topical (on the skin) application only. Never take the gel by mouth.
Always use Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel exactly as this leaflet tells you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. Check the seal is intact before first use (invert cap to break seal).
Adults: Squeeze 2 to 5cm (i.e. 0.8 to 2 inches) of gel from the tube on affected area.
Massage until absorbed. This dose should not be repeated more frequently than every four hours and no more than four times a day in any 24 hour period. The amount of gel squeezed would be equivalent to 50 to 125mg of ibuprofen.
Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel should only be used on healthy, unbroken skin. Do not use it on or near cuts or grazes or under dressings such as plasters. Also, do not use it on the genital area.
Do not let any gel come in contact with your eyes. If it does, rinse your eyes with cold water and consult your doctor. Hands should be washed after applying Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel, unless they are the site of treatment.
If the condition does not improve after two weeks use, or becomes worse at any time, speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
Children: Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel is not recommended for use in children under 12 years.
If you accidentally swallow any Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel, rinse out your mouth thoroughly and contact your doctor, or nearest hospital, as soon as possible. If swallowed, the gel may cause an upset stomach.
If you miss a dose, just carry on with the next dose as normal. Do not apply a double dose.
Like all medicines Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
All medicines can cause allergic reactions although serious allergic reactions are rare. Any sudden wheeziness, difficulty in breathing, swelling of the eyelids, face or lips, rash or itching (especially affecting your whole body) should be reported to a doctor immediately.
Other Side effects include:
If any of the side effects gets serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard.
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel after the expiry date which is stated on the tube. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month. It should be stored in a cool, dry place, below 25°C. Keep the tube tightly closed.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
Remember:
This medicine is for you. Never give this medicine to someone else, it could harm them, even if their symptoms seem the same as yours.
The active substance is ibuprofen. Other ingredients are hydroxyethylcellulose, sodium hydroxide, benzyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, purified water.
Ibuprofen 10% w/w Gel is supplied in aluminium tubes containing 100g gel.
This leaflet was last revised in January 2024.
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