ACER Gel 30gm

using ACER GEL are skin rash, oedema, wheals, papules (tender bump), scaly skin, reddening of the skin, itching or prickling sensation may occur at the site of application. Ask for your doctor’s advise if any of these doesn’t improve or worsens. USES OF ACER GELManages pain, swelling and inflammation associated with: sprains, strains, tendonitis, shoulder pain, bursitis, hand, neck, sciatica, muscle stiffness, joint pain and backache HOW ACER GEL WORKSACER GEL helps in relieving aches and pain, where diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug which causes relief in pain and inflammation by inhibiting the factors that cause inflammation and pain called prostaglandins. Linseed oil helps in minimizing the skin irritation and soothes and calms the skin. Methyl salicylate is an organic ester, which is derived from plants acts by dilating the blood vessels and increasing the blood flow. It causes irritation of the skin and as a result of counter irritation, there is a sensation of warmth and relief in musculoskeletal pain. Menthol acts by imparting coolness to the skin and then warmth. DIRECTIONS FOR USEApply ACER GEL as advised by your physician. It is for topical use only. Wash your hands before and after use. Gently rub ACER GEL on the affected area till it disappears. Do not cover the applied areas with a bandage and do not apply on cuts and open wounds. Bathing should be avoided for at least 1 hour after the application of ACER GEL. Avoid the contact of this medicine in your eyes, ears or nose and mouth. Your doctor will decide the duration and frequency of the management depending upon your age and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF ACER GELCOMMON skin rash oedema (swelling) wheals (red, swollen skin) papules (tender bump) scaly skin reddening of the skin itching or prickling UNCOMMON oedema of face (angioedema) apnoea (breathing problems during sleeping) photosensitivity RAREStop using ACER GEL and inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: heart failure and oedema gastrointestinal bleeding, ulceration or perforation signs of hepatotoxicity such as pruritus, diarrhoea, jaundice, nausea, fatigue, lethargy, stomach-ache and flu-like symptoms signs of anaphylactic reactions such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat serious skin reactions raised blood pressure renal toxicity (altered urine output, swelling of legs and ankles and shortness of breath) signs of haematologic toxicity such as chills, fever, weakness, rapid breathing, paleness of the skin convulsions (fits)