Composition
  • Diclofenac Diethylamine BP........................... 1.16 % w/w
  • (Equivalent to Diclofenac Sodium).................. 1.00 % w/w
  • MethylSalicylate BP........................................... 8.0 % w/w
  • Menthol BP........................................................2.00 % w/w
  • Benzyl AlcoholBP (as preservative)..................1.0 % w/w
  • Ina Gel base as...................................................q.s
Usage Information
  • Adults : REALITY EXTRAGEL should be rubbed gently into the skin.
  • Depending on thesize of the affected site to be treated 2-4g (a circular shaped mass approximately 2.0-2.5cm in diameter) should be applied 3 - 4 timesa daily.
  • After application, the hands should be washed unless they are thesite being treated.
  • Use in the elderly : The usual adult dosage may be used.
  • Children : REALITY EXTRAGELis not recommendedfor usein children as dosage recommendations and indicationsforusein this group ofpatients have not been established.
  • REALITY EXTRA GEL is suitable for the transmission of ultrasound and maybe used as a couplant in combination with ultrasound therapy.
  • If large areas of the body are covered with gel, systemic absorption will be greater andthe risk ofside-effects increased, especiallyifthe therapy is used frequently.
Dosage
Gently massage REALITY EXTRAGEL on the affected area until the gel is completely disappear. Apply 2-3 timesdaily
Side Effect
  • The likelihood of systemic side effects with topical diclofenac is small compared to the frequency ofside effects in patients using oral diclofenac.
  • However whenREALITY EXTRAGEL is applied to relatively large areas of skin over a prolonged period of time, as described in the product information on systemic forms the possibility of systemic side effects cannot be excluded.
  • REALITYEXTRAGEL contains propylene glycol, which may cause mild, localised skin irritation in somepeople.
Shelf Life
36 months