LOFNAC 1% GEL

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LOFNAC 1% GEL

> THERAPEUTIC INDICATION
This medicine is an anti-inflammatory and analgesic (pain reliever), in the form of a gel for application to the skin, only in the area of pain.
This medicine is intended for adults (from 15 years of age), for a short period of time, in :
local treatment in case of benign trauma: sprain, contusion;
local treatment of pain of muscular and tendino-ligamentary origin;
symptomatic treatment of painful arthrosis flare-ups, after at least one medical opinion.

> DOSAGE AND METHOD OF ADMINISTRATION
Dosage and duration of treatment
For adults only (from 15 years of age). Dosage depends on the indication. The occurrence of adverse effects can be minimised by using the lowest possible dose for the shortest duration of treatment necessary to relieve the symptoms.

Minor trauma: sprain, contusion
1 local application, 2 to 3 times a day, for a maximum of 4 days. If the pain persists beyond this period, a doctor should be consulted. The dose administered at each application should not exceed 2.5 g of gel. This maximum dose corresponds to a 6 cm strip of gel.

Pain of muscular and tendino-ligamentary origin
As an additional treatment: 1 local application, 3 to 4 times a day, for a maximum of 7 days. If the pain persists beyond this period, a doctor should be consulted. The dose administered at each application should not exceed 2.5 g of gel. This maximum dose corresponds to a 6 cm tape.

Painful flare-ups of osteoarthritis
Only after initial medical advice.
Symptomatic treatment: 1 local application, 3 to 4 times a day, for 7 days. The treatment can be continued, if necessary, for a maximum of 14 days. If pain persists beyond this period, a doctor should be consulted.
The dose given at each application should not exceed 4 g of gel. This corresponds to a ribbon of approximately 10 cm.

Special Populations
Children and adolescents under 15 years of age: This medicine should not be used in children and adolescents under 15 years of age (see “Never use LOFNAC GEL”).
Elderly subjects: This medicinal product should be used with caution in the elderly who are more prone to adverse reactions (see sections 4.4 and 4.8).

Method of administration
Local use. Apply the gel by gentle and prolonged massage to the painful or inflammatory area. Wash your hands thoroughly after each use (except in the case of a painful flare-up of osteoarthritis of the fingers, if you apply the product to yourself).

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice