IBUGEL FORTE 10%

About your treatment:
The name of your treatment is IbuGel Forte 10%. It contains 10% of ibuprofen as the active ingredient. It also contains the inactive ingredients IMS, carbomers, diethylamine and purified water. This tube contains 100 g of IbuGel Forte 10%. It is a clear or slightly hazy gel that contains no fragrance. It is also non-sticky and non-greasy.
Ibuprofen is a proven non-steroidal anti-inf1ammatory (NSAID), which works by relieving pain, reducing swelling and easing inflammation. IbuGel Forte 10% is specially formulated to allow rapid absorption of ibuprofen through the skin for effective relief at the point of pain.
Your doctor has recommended or supplied IbuGel Forte 10% because you are suffering from one or more of the following conditions:

• Backache
• Rheumatic or Muscular Pain
• Sprain
• Strain
• Neuralgia

This product is also recommended for the relief of pain in common arthritic conditions.

When NOT to apply IbuGel Forte 10%:

• DO NOT use if, you are sensitive to any of its ingredients (as listed earlier), particularly if you are asthmatic or suffer from rhinitis or urticaria and have previously shown hypersensitivity to aspirin, ibuprofen or related painkillers.
• DO NOT use if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
• DO NOT use on broken skin.

Before you apply IbuGel Forte 10%:

Make sure it is appropriate for you to use IbuGel Forte 10%:
Because IbuGel Forte 10% is applied to the skin, directly over the painful area, there is less risk of the complications that sometimes arise when ibuprofen (or similar anti-inflammatory painkillers) are taken by mouth. However, there are certain categories of patients who may be at risk in rare cases. Do not use IbuGel Forte 10% in any of the following cases without first seeking medical advice from a doctor or pharmacist:

• If you have a stomach ulcer (also called a peptic or gastric ulcer).
• If you have ever suffered from kidney problems.
• If you have ever suffered from asthma.
• If you have ever shown intolerance to aspirin or ibuprofen taken by mouth.

For your safety:

• IbuGel Forte 10% is for external use only
• Keep IbuGel Forte 10% away from the eyes, nose and mouth.
• IbuGel Forte 10% is not normally recommended for use on children under the age of 12 years, unless instructed by their doctor.
• Interaction between IbuGel Forte 10% and blood pressure lowering drugs is possible, in theory, although very unlikely. If you would like more advice, speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
• If IbuGel Forte 10% is accidentally swallowed, contact a doctor or hospital straight away.

How to apply IbuGel Forte 10%:

• Unscrew the cap, turn it upside-down and use the spike of the cap to pierce the tube membrane.
• Lightly apply 2 to 5 cm of the gel over the affected area.
• Massage gently until absorbed.
• Repeat as required, up to three times daily, or as directed by your doctor.
• Wash hands after use, unless treating them.
• If your symptoms persist for more than a few weeks, consult your doctor before continuing treatment.

IbuGel Forte 10% tube squeezer key:
To make the IbuGel Forte 10% tube easier and more economical to use, a tube squeezer key has been provided. Once fitted to the tube (see instructions below), simply turning the key will dispense the IbuGel Forte 10% more easily for patients who experience difficulty in squeezing tubes. For economy, the key will help expel the last few grams of IbuGel Forte 10% when the tube is nearly empty. Before using the key, ensure that the tube nozzle has been pierced using the point in the top of the tube cap.

1. Slide the slit in the key over the folded end of the tube


2. Carefully turn the key to roll up the tube until the required amount of IbuGel Forte 10% has been expelled


3. Always replace the cap after use, leaving the key in place on the end of the tube.

During your treatment:
In rare instances skin irritation or rashes may occur, in which case treatment should be discontinued. If you have any other undesirable effects when using IbuGel Forte 10%, or if you are in any doubt about your treatment, you should talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

How to store IbuGel Forte 10%:
This product should not be used after the expiry date shown on the fold of the tube. Always replace the cap tightly after use. Do not store IbuGel Forte 10% above 25°C. Keep IbuGel Forte 10% in a safe place where children cannot see or reach it.