Adgel Ointment is used to relieve pain and reduce swelling in your joints and muscles, treating various injuries such as sprains, strains, and bruises, tendonitis, and osteoarthritis.

Introduction:
Adgel Ointment may be used 2 to 4 times a day on the affected area depending on how severe your condition is. It should be applied slowly and evenly to the skin until it is rubbed in. You should not use it too often and you should not cover the treated area with a bandage or plaster. It is a safe medicine with few side effects but you may get a skin rash, itching, reddening or burning of the skin. Occasionally a skin rash may be a sign of severe allergic reaction. Tell your doctor straight away if you get a rash with blistering. Adgel Ointment is not recommended if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and you should not use it if you are already taking diclofenac (or other similar) tablets.

Dosage Form:
Ointment

Side Effects:

• No common side effects listed.

How to Use:
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 it Works:
Adgel Ointment is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling) on the skin.

Quick Tips:

• Adgel Ointment is applied to the skin to relieve inflammation and pain of joints and muscles.
• It is less likely to cause stomach side effects as compared to oral medication.
• Gently massage it into the skin of the affected area.
• Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages as these may increase the risk of side effects.
• Do not apply to broken, diseased, infected, inflamed or irritated skin, or to open wounds.
• Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
• It may increase the risk of sunburn. Avoid exposing the treated area of skin to excessive sunlight.
• Do not use it for longer than 14 days unless recommended by your doctor.

Interacting Drugs:

• Nimesulide
• Oxyphenbutazone
• Metamizole

FAQs:

• Does Adgel Ointment work for back pain?
  Adgel Ointment is intended for treating joint pain, especially in cases of arthritis. It can also be used to treat acute neck pain, back pain, tendonitis, and sprains and strains.


• Can I use Adgel Ointment for osteoarthritis in the hip?
  Adgel Ointment is not recommended for hip pain. The hip joint is located deep within the body. It is unlikely for this medication to be absorbed deep enough under the skin to help with joint pain in the hip.


• How to use Adgel Ointment?
  Gently rub Adgel Ointment into the skin using your hands. Apply it 4 times a day for best results. You may experience some relief within half an hour, but full benefits typically occur after several days of use. Only apply to clean, dry skin that does not have any cuts, open wounds, infections, or rashes. Consult with your doctor if you have any doubts. Wash your hands after applying the gel and if your hands are the treatment side, wait at least one hour before washing your hands. Also, keep the treated area out of direct sunlight as this may cause a skin reaction.


• How long should I use Adgel Ointment?
  Continue using this topical medication as prescribed by your doctor to maximize benefits.


• Can I use any other moisturizer or sunscreen after applying Adgel Ointment?
  Avoid applying other topical products, such as lotions and sunscreens, to the same area where you apply Adgel Ointment. These products might affect how your skin absorbs this medication.


• Can I use a heating pad or put a bandage on the area after applying Adgel Ointment?
  It is not advisable to use any heating pad or bandages on the area of application. These might increase medicine absorption, potentially causing unwanted effects.