ONTAC 30GM GEL

ONTAC 30GM GEL


ELDER PHARMACEUTICALS
1 TUBE (30 GM)
*This medicine require prescription*
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Uses

Used in the treatment of painful conditions of joints, lower back pain, sprains or bone fractures Inflammation of joints (frozen shoulder, gout) Pain and swelling following skeletal muscle Dental and other minor surgeries It is also used in treatment of migraine


Mechanism of Action

It works by blocking the production of a certain chemical substance in the body that causes pain, fever, and inflammation


Dosage
The recommended dosage is 100-200 mgday in divided doses Topical- Apply the gel (4 g) to the affected area, 4 times daily

Side Effects
Dryness, redness, induration, vesicles, itching, dilatation of blood vessels, pimples and hives Abdominal pain, accidental injury, allergic reaction, weakness, back pain, body odor, chest pain, fluid retention, face swelling, unpleasant odors, headache, lack of drug effect, neck rigidity, pain Palpitation, heart disorder Diarrhea, dry mouth, indigestion, stomach flu, decreased appetite, mouth ulcer, nausea, rectal bleeding Increased creatinine levels Leg cramps, muscle pain Depression, dizziness, drowsiness, lethargy, tingling

Warnings/Precautions
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart, kidney or liver disease, diabetes, stomach or bowel problems, high blood pressure, blood disorders, bone marrow problems, bleeding problems, blood vessel disease, dehydration, alcoholism, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication For external use only; avoid contact with eyes, nose, or mouth. It may cause harm if it is swallowed Monitor kidney and liver function, blood electrolyte levels, complete blood cell counts, and blood pressure regularly while taking this medication
Uses

Used to reduce cholesterol levels To slow prostate cancer growth before surgery Topically for skin irritation


Mechanism of Action
As prescribed by the doctor

Dosage
Difficulty breathing Swelling of your lips Closing of your throat

Side Effects
Never use linseed oil as cooking oil. It is one of those oils which should be used only for prepared food, but not while preparing food The oil has a smoke point of 225º F, which is low. The oil gives smoke quickly and this turns healthy nutrients in very dangerous chemicals Cooking with linseed oil or flaxseed oil is bad

Warnings/Precautions
Uses

Mentholcream is used for relieving minor pain caused by conditions such as arthritis, bursitis, tendonitis, muscle strains or sprains, backache, bruising, and cramping It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor Mentholcream is a topical analgesic


Mechanism of Action

Menthol primarily activates the cold-sensitive TRPM8 receptors in the skin. Menthol, after topical application, causes a feeling of coolness due to stimulation of 'cold' receptors by inhibiting Ca++ currents of neuronal membranes. It may also yield analgesic properties via kappa-opioid receptor agonism


Dosage
Topical Muscular aches and pains As an oint/cream (usually w/ camphor, clove oil or methyl salicylate): Apply 2-3 times/day Nasal congestion; Throat irritation As loz (usually w/ eucalyptus oil or cetylpyridinium Cl): 1 loz 3 hourly

Side Effects
Nausea and vomiting Ataxia Abdominal pain Drowsiness Contact dermatitis

Warnings/Precautions
Avoid excess doses Avoid direct instillation of menthol-containing preparations into the nostrils of infants and young children
Uses

Methyl salicylate is used as an anti-pain topical medication, as cream, gel, ointment, lotion or spray. It is used to temporarily relieve muscle or joint pain caused by strains, pains, arthritis, bruising or backaches.


Mechanism of Action
Methyl salicylate belongs to a class of medication

Dosage
Always follow the instructions of doctor regarding the application and duration.The topical cream, gel, lotion, oil, ointment, or spray has to be applied to affected area once or twice daily, up to a maximum of 4 times daily.

Side Effects
Mild cold or burning sensation at the site of application,severe allergic reaction

Warnings/Precautions
It should not be taken by patients who are allergic to methyl salicylate or any of the ingredients of the topical cream/gel/lotion/ointment/spray.Do not apply methyl salicylate to open wounds, or sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or otherwise irritated skin.Wash your hands with soap and water immediately after applying methyl salicylate. If you have applied the medicine to your hands or fingers to treat pain in those areas, wait at least 30 minutes before washing your hands.Do not apply on eyes, mouth, nose, genitals or rectum, and avoid touching these areas after applying medication to affected area and before washing your handsDo not cover treated skin with a bandage or heating pad, which can increase the burning sensation. You may cover the skin with clothing.Do not apply this immediately after shaving or bathingAvoid getting this medication on dentures, contact lenses or any other thing that comes in contact with sensitive parts of the body.Consult your doctor if your pain does not improve after using this medication for 7 days, or if your symptoms get worse or get better and then come back in a few days.
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