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Instaflex Gel
Manufactured byINNOVCARE LIFE SCIENCES PVT LTD
ContainsDiclofenac (1 %w/w) + Linseed Oil (3 %w/w) + Menthol (5 %w/w) + Methyl Salicylate (10 %w/w) + Thiocolchicoside (0.125 %w/w)
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Description
Instaflex Gel is a combination of Diclofenac, Linseed Oil, Menthol, Methyl Salicylate, and Thiocolchicoside. It is a painkiller medicine that provides relief from the pain associated with muscle spasms such as low back pain, neck pain, sprains/strains, etc.
Instaflex Gel works by relaxing your muscles and preventing muscle contraction. It also prevents the release of a chemical substance that causes pain and swelling in your body.
Instaflex Gel may cause skin rash, itching, redness, and swelling at the site of application. These symptoms usually subside on their own. However, consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or if they become severe.
Instaflex Gel should be applied topically (applied to the body surface) on the affected part of your skin as directed by your doctor. Do not use this medicine on broken or damaged skin.
Instaflex Gel should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Instaflex Gel
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Instaflex Gel
Skin rash
Swelling and redness at the application site
Itching at the application site
Uses of Instaflex Gel
What is it prescribed for?
Swelling and pain associated with muscle spasm
Instaflex Gel is used to treat the pain and swelling associated with muscle spasms (involuntary contractions of your muscles) in conditions such as muscle pain, low back pain, neck pain, sprain/strains, etc.
It is also used to relieve pain due to bone and joint conditions like ankylosing spondylitis (pain due to fusing of bones in the spine), osteoarthritis (pain on movement due to wearing of the protective covering at the ends of the bones) and rheumatoid arthritis (body's immunity attacks the joints and damages it), etc.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The time required by Instaflex Gel to show its action is not clinically known.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The duration for which Instaflex Gel remains active in your body is not clinically known.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendency has been reported with Instaflex Gel.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Instaflex Gel is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Instaflex Gel is not recommended for use during breastfeeding unless absolutely necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor. If indicated for use, avoid applying this medicine to breast areas (nipple) that may come into contact with your infant.
Allergy
Avoid taking Instaflex Gel if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Instaflex Gel is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor.
Breast-feeding
Instaflex Gel is not recommended for use during breastfeeding unless absolutely necessary. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor. If indicated for use, avoid applying this medicine to breast areas (nipple) that may come into contact with your infant.
General warnings
External use only
Instaflex Gel is meant for external use only. Do not apply on open wounds. Avoid contact with your eyes. In case of accidental contact with your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water. Seek immediate medical help in case of accidental ingestion.
Other medicines
Instaflex Gel may interact with other medicines meant for topical use. Inform your doctor about all the topical preparations (ointments/lotions/gels) that you may have been using to avoid undesired side effects.
Photosensitivity
Avoid exposure to sunlight after topical application of Instaflex Gel as this medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of Instaflex Gel as soon as you remember. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Since Instaflex Gel is intended for external use, the likelihood of an overdose is low. However, do not administer more than the prescribed dose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Instaflex Gel is meant for external use only. Use it as directed by your doctor.
Close the cover of the tube immediately after use to keep it clean and free from contamination. Do not wipe or rinse the tip of the tube.
Do not apply Instaflex Gel to the affected area for more than 3 to 4 times a day.
Do not cover the application area with bandages or other coverings unless instructed by your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Instaflex Gel is a combination of Diclofenac, Linseed Oil, Menthol, Methyl Salicylate, and Thiocolchicoside.
Diclofenac, Linseed Oil, and Methyl Salicylate work by reducing the formation of certain substances in your body that cause pain and swelling.
Menthol works by causing numbness and a cooling sensation.
Thiocolchicoside works by preventing muscle contractions and provides relief from muscle spasms.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Topical analgesics, Topical anti-inflammatory agent
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 15 Nov 2021
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