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Ketotopic Gel 30 gm

Ketotopic Gel 30 gm

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Consume Type

TOPICAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

About Ketotopic Gel 30 gm

Ketotopic Gel 30 gm belongs to a class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) used to treat symptomatic relief of pain in conditions like soft tissue injuries, including sprains, strains, sports injuries, swelling, backache, muscle-tendonitis and rheumatic pain. Pain is an unpleasant sensation caused by an injury or illness. Pain may be acute (short term) or chronic (long term).

Ketotopic Gel 30 gm contains ketoprofen, which works by blocking the action of cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body involved in producing certain chemical substances, such as prostaglandins, that cause pain and swelling. Thereby, it helps relieve pain and swelling.

Use Ketotopic Gel 30 gm as recommended. Sometimes, you may experience application site reactions, itching, rash, blisters and dry skin. Most of these side effects of Ketotopic Gel 30 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects worsen or persist, please consult your doctor.

Before using Ketotopic Gel 30 gm, inform your doctor if you have any other medical conditions, sensitivities, and all medications you are using. And also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Avoid contact of Ketotopic Gel 30 gm with mucous membranes such as eyes, nose, or mouth. If contact occurs, rinse with water immediately.

Uses of Ketotopic Gel 30 gm

Moderate to severe pain

Medicinal Benefits

Ketotopic Gel 30 gm contains ketoprofen, a pain reliever used to treat acute moderate to severe pain in various medical conditions such as soft tissue injuries, including sprains, strains, sports injuries, swelling, backache, muscle-tendonitis and rheumatic pain. It works by blocking the action of cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body involved in producing certain chemical substances, such as prostaglandins, that cause pain and swelling. Thereby, it helps relieve pain and swelling.

Directions for Use

Transdermal patch: Apply the patch to the clean and dry skin area as your doctor advises.Ointment/gel: It is only for external use. Take a small amount of the ointment/cream on the fingertip and apply it as a thin layer on the clean and dry chest area as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid contact with this medicine with your nose or eyes. In case of accidental contact with these areas, rinse with water thoroughly.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Ketotopic Gel 30 gm

  • Application site reactions
  • Itching
  • Rash
  • Blisters
  • Dry skin

Drug Warnings

Before taking the Ketotopic Gel 30 gm, inform about all your sensitivities or allergic conditions and all medications you use. In addition, let your doctor know if you have asthma, congestive heart failure, GI disorders, dermatitis (rash), renal toxicities and thrombosis (cerebrovascular Insufficiency) before using the Ketotopic Gel 30 gm. And also, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, suspect you are pregnant, plan to have a baby, or are breastfeeding. If you become pregnant while receiving Ketotopic Gel 30 gm therapy, inform your doctor. Ketotopic Gel 30 gm is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Ketotopic Gel 30 gm may interact with medicines used to treat eczema (e.g. abrocitinib), anticoagulant medications (e.g. warfarin, apixaban), Painkillers or NSAID (e.g. celecoxib, bromfenac, diclofenac), medicines used to treat certain mood disorders (e.g. lithium), medicines used for rheumatoid arthritis and cancer (e.g. methotrexate), immunosuppressant medications (e.g. sirolimus) and antiretroviral drug (e.g. tenofovir).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Ketotopic Gel 30 gm may interact with various disease conditions, including asthma, fluid retention, congestive heart failure, hypertension, GI toxicity or disorders, dermatitis (rash), renal toxicities and thrombosis (cerebrovascular Insufficiency), So inform your doctor about your medical condition before receiving Ketotopic Gel 30 gm.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ABROCITINIB
  • WARFARIN
  • APIXABAN
  • CELECOXIB
  • BROMFENAC
  • DICLOFENAC
  • LITHIUM
  • METHOTREXATE
  • SIROLIMUS
  • TENOFOVIR

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Daily exercise helps to stretch muscles, making them less prone to spasms, tears, and sprains. Mild workouts like jogging and walking can aid with muscle stretching.
  • Acupuncture, massage, and physical therapy may be beneficial as well.
  • Get enough sleep, as relaxing the muscles might assist in reducing inflammation and swelling.
  • Muscle spasms can be treated with either hot or cold therapy. For 15-20 minutes, apply an ice pack or a heat pack to the muscle.
  • Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
  • Consume antioxidant-rich foods such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.
  • Flavonoid-rich foods aid in reducing inflammation. Soy, berries, broccoli, grapes, and green tea are examples.
  • Avoid freezing and extreme heat.
  • Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Pain: Pain is an unpleasant sensation caused by an injury or illness. Pain may be acute (short term) or chronic (long term). It can be general (overall body pains) or localized (pain in a specific body area). Pain is highly subjective as some people have a high tolerance for pain while others have a low tolerance. Although pain is inconvenient and unpleasant, it hints about causes when something is wrong in the body. Pain may be caused due to cramps, headache, bone fractures, stomach pain, arthritis (swelling of one or more joints), muscle strain or overuse, cuts, flu, irritable bowel syndrome (an intestinal disorder causing stomach pain, diarrhoea or constipation) and fibromyalgia (muscle pain with stiffness and tenderness).

Country of origin

India
Other Info - KET0611

FAQs

Ketotopic Gel 30 gm contains ketoprofen, a pain killer that works by blocking the action of cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme in the body involved in producing certain chemical substances, such as prostaglandins, that cause pain and swelling. Thereby, it helps in relieving pain and swelling.
In rare cases, you may be prescribed painkiller drugs when patches are inadequate to control pain management. However, take painkiller drugs in addition to patches only if prescribed by your doctor.
Avoid concomitant use of Ketotopic Gel 30 gm with other topical products such as cosmetics, sunscreens, lotions, moisturizers, insect-repellent creams, and other gels.
Do not use Ketotopic Gel 30 gm on open wounds, wounded skin, or shingles blisters that have not healed.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is unknown if alcohol affects Ketotopic Gel 30 gm. However, as a precautionary measure, it is advisable to limit or avoid consumption of alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Caution

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Limited information is available on the effect of Ketotopic Gel 30 gm on breastfeeding women. Tell your doctor if you are a nursing mother before taking Ketotopic Gel 30 gm; your doctor will decide whether Ketotopic Gel 30 gm can be taken by breastfeeding mothers.

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Driving

Not applicable

It does not impact your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

If you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before receiving Ketotopic Gel 30 gm. Your doctor may adjust the dose or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have a pre-existing history of kidney diseases, inform your doctor before receiving Ketotopic Gel 30 gm. Your doctor may adjust the dose or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.

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Children

Caution

Ketotopic Gel 30 gm is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established.

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