DFO Gel contains Diclofenac and Methyl salicylate (as a pain killer), Linseed oil (as anti-inflammatory), and Menthol (as cooling agent). DFO Gel works by first cooling the skin and then warming it up that interferes with the pain signal transmission through nerves. Together DFO Gel works by blocking the release of chemical messengers that causes pain and inflammation with redness and swelling.

FAQs

Can I use DFO Gel with other medicines?

Sometimes drugs are not safe when you use them with certain other drugs and food. Taking them together can cause unpleasant side effects. Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.

Shall I store DFO Gel in the freezer?

Store in a dry and dark place at a temperature not exceeding 30°C. Do not freeze.

In which conditions should I avoid use of DFO Gel?

You should avoid the use of DFO Gel if you have had any recent bypass heart surgery, heart attack, stroke, gastrointestinal bleeding (bloody stool), inflammation or ulcer of stomach/intestine. The elderly (more than 65 years of age) are at greater risk of having gastrointestinal bleeding so they should use DFO Gel with caution.

Can DFO Gel be used by the children less than 1 year?

No, DFO Gel should be only used by the children who are more than 2 years of age. DFO Gel is contraindicated in infants below 2 years of age.

Can I apply DFO Gel on the cut wound for pain relief?

No, use of DFO Gel is contraindicated on the broken or cut wound skin. It should be only applied topically on the uppermost skin surfaces (epidermis). It should not be applied in the nostrils, vagina, or anus.