Nicoflex

Topical ointment "Nicoflex" is used for the following indications: arthritis, arthrosis, myalgia, recovery period of treatment of tendovaginitis, neuralgia associated with spondylarthrosis. Also, the drug is indicated for athletes during a warm-up.

Structure

1 g of ointment contains (active substances):

• natural capsaicin - 0.15 mg;
• ethyl nicotinate - 20.0 mg;
• hydroxyethyl salicylate - 90.0 mg.

Excipients: propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 216), methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 218), lavender oil, ethanol 96%, sodium lauryl sulfate, mineral oil, cetostearyl alcohol, white soft paraffin, purified water.

Contraindications

• hypersensitivity (allergy) to any of the components of the drug;
• the active stage of any inflammatory process;
• open wounds, skin eczema and other skin lesions, purulent skin diseases;
• hypersensitivity to acetylsalicylic acid, ibuprofen or other NSAIDs;
• bronchial asthma.

Mode of application

The drug is intended for external use only.

A thin layer of ointment is applied to the clean and dry area of ​​the skin to be treated (it must be applied only to the painful area).

In diseases of the muscles and joints in adults, the ointment is used 1 time per day for 3 days, then 2 times a day (morning and evening).

The duration of the course of treatment is determined by the doctor individually.

To warm the muscles in adult athletes, a strip of ointment of 4-5 cm is applied to the skin and rubbed with gentle massage movements until the skin becomes slightly reddened.

Application features

Pregnant women

Apply ointment during pregnancy and lactation is contraindicated.

Children

Due to the lack of data on the use of the drug in children, the use of ointment in this category of patients is contraindicated.

Drivers

The drug does not affect the reaction rate when driving or working with other mechanisms.

Overdose

Not observed.

Side effects

Most of the side effects were mild to moderate and gradually disappeared after about an hour.

On the part of the skin and subcutaneous tissue: redness of the skin, a feeling of warmth in the area where the drug was used; slight burning and tingling in the area of ​​the skin where the drug was used; swelling in the field of application; local inflammation of the skin; contact eczema; allergic reactions; angioedema.

If any adverse reactions occur, discontinue use of the drug and consult a doctor.

Storage conditions

Store at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C, out of the reach of children.

Shelf life is 2 years.