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NUDURA HOT GEL(30GM)
DICLOFENAC + LINSEED 3% + METHYSALIC + MENTHOL 5%
NUDURA HOT GEL(30GM) is a topical gel combining diclofenac with linseed oil 3%, methyl salicylate and menthol 5%. It is used for localised musculoskeletal pain — sprains, strains, backache, joint pain and sports injury — delivering an anti-inflammatory directly to the affected area.
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Benefits
- Topical diclofenac penetrates to the underlying tissue and reduces local inflammation with far lower systemic exposure than an oral NSAID.
- Methyl salicylate and menthol give an immediate counter-irritant effect that provides rapid perceived relief.
- Avoids the gastric, renal and cardiovascular risks that limit oral NSAIDs, particularly in the elderly.
- The gel base is less greasy than an ointment and absorbs quickly.
- Useful alongside oral treatment, or alone where oral NSAIDs are contraindicated.
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Side effects
Not everyone gets these. Most are mild and settle as the course finishes.
Common
- Burning, warmth or tingling at the application site
- Local redness
- Dryness or itching of the treated skin
- Strong aroma
Less common
- Contact dermatitis with persistent redness and itching
- Increased sensitivity to sunlight in the treated area
- Rash spreading beyond the application site
- Peeling of the treated skin
Stop and get medical help if any of these occur
- Severe burning, blistering or ulceration of the treated skin
- Wheeze or breathlessness after application, particularly in aspirin-sensitive asthma
- Swelling of the face, lips or tongue, or difficulty breathing
- Widespread rash with blistering or peeling skin
- Accidental contact with the eyes causing persistent pain
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Precautions
- For external use only. Do not apply to broken skin, open wounds, burns, eczematous skin or mucous membranes.
- Contraindicated in NSAID or aspirin hypersensitivity, including aspirin-sensitive asthma — topical NSAIDs and salicylates can still provoke bronchospasm.
- Do not use with a heating pad or under an occlusive dressing; this can cause serious burns and increases absorption.
- Avoid in the third trimester of pregnancy; use earlier in pregnancy or while breastfeeding only on medical advice.
- Do not use on large areas or for prolonged periods without advice — absorbed diclofenac matters in renal impairment or alongside oral NSAIDs.
- Wash hands after application and avoid contact with the eyes.
- Avoid sun exposure of the treated area.
- Persistent pain, marked swelling, deformity or pain after significant injury needs assessment.