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Nanofast Gel

Manufactured byPHARMED LTD
ContainsDiclofenac (1 %w/w) + Menthol (5 %w/w) + Methyl Salicylate (15 %w/w) + Absolute alcohol (5 %w/w)
Description
Nanofast Gel is a combination of Diclofenac, Menthol, Methyl Salicylate, and Absolute Alcohol. It is used to relieve pain in the knee, muscle, neck, and back. It is also used to relieve pain caused due to arthritis (swelling, tenderness, and pain of one or more joints) and muscle injuries such as sprain or strain. It works by preventing the formation of certain substances in your body that cause pain and swelling. Nanofast Gel may rarely cause side effects. However, in some cases, you may experience redness, rash, or itching at the site of the application. These side effects may resolve with time. However, consult your doctor if they persist or worsen. Nanofast Gel is meant for external use only. Use this medicine as directed by your doctor. Clean the affected area and apply a thin layer of medicine to the affected area. Wash your hands before and after applying this medicine. Do not cover the affected area or apply a hot bag unless directed by your doctor to do so. Avoid using it on broken skin or open wounds. Nanofast Gel is not likely to interact with other medicines taken orally or as an injection. However, it is always better to consult your doctor before using this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Nanofast Gel

  • Rash
  • Itching
  • Skin blistering
  • Redness of the skin

Uses of Nanofast Gel

What is it prescribed for?

  • Mild to Moderate pain
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Nanofast Gel to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Nanofast Gel remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • 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 tendencies were reported for Nanofast Gel.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Nanofast Gel is unsafe for use during pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Nanofast Gel may be used with caution while breastfeeding. However, it is better to consult your doctor to understand its risks and benefits before using this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid using Nanofast Gel if you are allergic to it. Seek medical attention if you experience any symptoms such as rash, hives (painful eruptions that itch and sting), or swelling in the areas where you have applied the medicine.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Nanofast Gel is unsafe for use during pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Nanofast Gel may be used with caution while breastfeeding. However, it is better to consult your doctor to understand its risks and benefits before using this medicine.
General warnings

Topical use

Nanofast Gel is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, or open wounds.

Skin allergies

Nanofast Gel may cause skin allergies in some cases. Perform a patch test by applying this medicine to a small area of your skin to make sure it does not cause any undesired effects. Consult your doctor if you experience symptoms like skin rash, hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), blisters, or severe itching at the site of application.

Sun exposure

Nanofast Gel should be used with caution as it may make your skin sensitive to sunlight. Avoid exposure of the treated area to sunlight.

Missed Dose

Nanofast Gel is generally used on an as-needed basis. However, if you are on a scheduled dosing regimen of this medicine, apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

An overdose of Nanofast Gel is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required.
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

Celecoxib

Aspirin

Disease interactions

Asthma

Asthma is a condition that results in breathing difficulty due to narrowing of the airways and excess mucous secretion. Nanofast Gel is not recommended for use if you have a history of asthma, especially with the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines (medicines that relieve or reduce pain).
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Nanofast Gel is meant for use on the skin only. Apply this medicine to the affected area as instructed by your doctor. Follow all dosing instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, open wounds, cuts, and scrapes. If it comes into contact with these areas, immediately rinse with water. Keep the affected area away from water for at least one hour after using this medicine to prevent it from getting rinsed.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Nanofast Gel consists of Absolute alcohol, Diclofenac, Menthol, and Methyl Salicylate. Diclofenac works by reducing the formation of certain substances in the body that are responsible for causing pain and swelling. Menthol provides a soothing and cooling effect on the skin. Methyl salicylate helps in reducing pain. Absolute alcohol acts as a preservative. It also promotes better penetration of the medicine into the skin.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Topical analgesics, Topical anti-inflammatory agent

Schedule

OTC

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https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Methyl-salicylate>

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Information on this page was last updated on 10 Mar 2022

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