Oruvail Gel

Classification:
This medicine is classified as a Pharmacy Only Medicine in New Zealand.

Description:
Oruvail Gel is a gel for rubbing into the skin and contains a substance called Ketoprofen. Ketoprofen is one of a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory analgesics (NSAI).

Oruvail Gel is used to relieve pain and reduce swelling in a number of conditions affecting the joints and muscles.

Purpose:
Oruvail Gel works particularly well on inflammation of tendons, ligaments, muscles and joints due to trauma (e.g. sports injuries, sprains, strains and bruises), soft tissue rheumatism and localized rheumatic conditions, e.g. bursitis. For aches and pains, back, neck and shoulder pain. Oruvail Gel is available in 60gram tubes.

Active Ingredient:
Each tube contains: Ketoprofen 2.5%.

Dosage:
The amount of Oruvail Gel needed per application will vary depending upon the size of the painful or swollen area being treated. You can apply Oruvail Gel 2 or 3 time a day unless your doctor advises other wise. You may notice a slight cooling effect when you rub the gel into the skin. Oruvail Gel is able to be used by all age groups. Gently rub a small amount of Oruvail Gel into the skin around the swollen or painful area.

Warning:
WARNINGS/CAUTIONS: History of peptic ulcer; impaired cardiac, renal, hepatic function; mask infection; prolonged therapy; abnormal LFTs, history of hepatic function disease; pregnancy, lactation; elderly.

INTERACTIONS: Other protein bound drugs; anticoagulants, sulphonamides, hydontoins; lithium; methotrexate; diuretics; other NSAIDs, high dose aspirin; antihypertensives; thrombolytics; probenecid; gemeprost; pentoxifylline; IUDs. Oruvail Gel is for exterior application only and NOT to be tak

Other Information:
If your symptoms do NOT improve within 2 weeks or they get worse seek immediate medical advice. Wash your hands directly after application (unless this is the intended site to be treated).

If you think that Oruvail Gel maybe unsuitable for your condition then please seek the advice of our pharmacist at info@discount-pain-meds.com.