Product Description:

Rofenac gel contains the active substance diclofenac which belongs to a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). 

How to use:

Always use Rofenac gel exactly as your doctor has told you. 

The gel is for external use only. Do not use it in your mouth. Inform your doctor immediately in case of accidental swallowing. 

Do not put Rofenac gel in your eyes. If this happens, rinse your eyes well with clean water. See your doctor or pharmacist if any discomfort persists. 

Adults 

1. Take the tube out of the carton. Before first use, pierce the sealing membrane of the tube with the spiked top of the cap. Do not use if seal is broken. 

2. Gently squeeze out a small amount of gel from the tube and apply to the painful or swollen area 3 to 4 times a day, slowly rubbing into the skin. 

The amount needed will vary depending on the size of the painful or swollen area; an amount ranging in size from a 1 penny to a 2 pence piece will usually be sufficient. You may notice a slight cooling effect when you rub the gel in. 

3. Do not rub the gel into cuts, open wounds or any other area where the skin is abnormal. After rubbing the gel into the skin, do not cover with bandages or sticking plaster. 

4. Be careful not to get the gel in your eyes. If this happens, rinse your eyes with clean water and tell your doctor. 

5. Wash your hands after rubbing in Rofenac gel, unless your hands are the site being treated. 

Replace the cap. 

6. Allow at least four hours between applications of the gel. Do not apply more than 4 times in any 24 hour period. 

This medicine is not recommended for use in children under 14 years of age. 

Do not use Rofenac gel for more than: 

2 weeks for muscle and joints injuries (e.g. sprains, strains, bruises) or tendonitis. 

If you are using the gel for arthritis, your doctor may wish to review your treatment regularly. 

If symptoms do not improve within this time, or they get worse, consult your doctor.  

In children aged 14 years and over, if this product is required for more than 7 days for pain relief or if the symptoms worsen the patient/parents of the adolescent is/are advised to consult a doctor.

Precautions & Warnings:

DO NOT use Rofenac gel if you: 

Are in the last 3 months of your pregnancy (see also pregnancy and lactation section) 

Have an allergy (hypersensitivity) to any of the ingredients in the product (see Section 6 ‘What Rofenac gel contains’). 

Have ever had an allergic reaction to diclofenac or other medicines used to treat pain, fever or inflammation, such as aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) or ibuprofen. 

Symptoms of an allergic reaction to these medicines may include: asthma, wheezing or shortness of breath; skin rash or hives; swelling of the face or tongue; runny nose. 

This medicine is not recommended for use in children under 14 years of age. 

Take special care with Rofenac gel: 

Do not apply the gel to skin that has (i) a rash or eczema (ii) cuts or open wounds. Stop the treatment if a skin rash develops after applying the product. 

Avoid applying on large areas of skin and over a prolonged period of time, unless under medical advice. 

Be careful when sunbathing or using sun lamps as your skin may be more sensitive to sunlight. 

If you have a stomach or duodenal ulcer (or a history of), tell your doctor or pharmacist before using the gel. 

Taking other medicines 

Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, or have recently taken, any other medicines, including those obtained without a prescription. 

Do not use Rofenac gel if you are already taking diclofenac tablets or other NSAID pain/inflammation tablets (e.g. aspirin or ibuprofen

Ingredients:

Each 1 g of gel contains:  Diclofenac sodium 10 mg.