Hevkamen 30 g

Description

Gevkamen ointment is an effective pain reliever and anti-inflammatory

The drug effectively relieves pain and eliminates inflammation thanks to the active components – menthol and essential oils included in its composition.
When applying the ointment to the skin, they irritate the ends of the nervous system. Intended for local use. The drug is suitable for adults and children over 12 years old.

If you suffer from arthritis, sciatica or myalgia, try Gevkamen ointment. It helps to get rid of unpleasant symptoms, as it effectively relieves inflammation and has a cooling effect.

Hevkamen can also be used for the symptomatic treatment of neuralgia.

It is necessary to apply the ointment 2-3 (g) on the affected areas, lightly rubbing the drug until it is absorbed. The procedure should be repeated 2-3 times a day.

Composition:
active substances: crystalline menthol, racemic camphor, eucalyptus oil, clove oil;
1 g of ointment contains 0.18 g of crystalline menthol; racemic camphor 0.10 g; eucalyptus oil 0.10 g; clove oil 0.01 g;
excipients: paraffin, soft white paraffin.

Medicinal form. Ointment.
Main physico-chemical properties: white or white with a yellowish tint color ointment with a characteristic smell.

Pharmacotherapeutic group.
Medical products used locally for joint and muscle pain.
ATX code M02A X10.

Pharmacological properties.
Pharmacodynamics.
The ointment irritates nerve endings, has a distracting, local analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect, which is due to the substances included in its composition.
Pharmacokinetics.
Pharmacokinetics was not determined.

Clinical characteristics.
Indication.
Symptomatic treatment of neuralgia, myalgia, arthritis, rheumatism, sciatica.

Contraindication.
Hypersensitivity to any of the components of the drug. Wounds at the place of application of the drug, dermatitis, whooping cough, eczema, tendency to bronchospasm or convulsions.

Special security measures.
Do not apply to mucous membranes! Do not allow the drug to get into the eyes. If the ointment accidentally gets into the eyes, it is necessary to wash them with water and immediately consult a doctor.
When rubbed into the skin, it causes a feeling of cold, then warmth, slight burning and tingling.
Do not apply the ointment to damaged skin.
After each use of the ointment, wash your hands thoroughly.
In case of strong skin irritation, rubbing should be stopped.

Interaction with other medicinal products and other types of interactions.
Unknown

Features of application.
Using during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Do not use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

The ability to influence the speed of reaction when driving vehicles or other mechanisms.
Unknown

Method of application and dosage.
Apply the ointment externally for rubbing.
2-3 g of the drug is easily rubbed into the affected area of the body and the adjacent skin area 2-3 times a day until completely absorbed.
The frequency of use and the duration of the treatment course are determined by the doctor depending on the nature of the disease, its severity, the effect achieved, and the nature of the basic therapy.

Children.
Do not apply to children under 12 years of age.

Overdose.
A feeling of strong heat and burning in the place of application of the ointment or increased manifestations of adverse reactions. Allergic reactions (urticaria, skin itching) in case of increased sensitivity to the drug. The therapy is symptomatic.

Adverse reactions.
Allergic reactions are possible, including redness of the skin, skin rashes, urticaria, contact dermatitis, itching; headache, dizziness, possible convulsions caused by camphor, dermatitis may occur in children.

Expiration date. 3 years.

Storage conditions.
Store in the original packaging at a temperature not higher than 25 °C; freezing is not allowed. Keep out of the reach of children.

Packaging.
20 g or 30 g or 40 g in a tube, 1 tube in a pack or without a pack; 20 g or 40 g in containers.

Leave category. Without a prescription.

Producer. PrJSC Pharmaceutical factory “Viola”.

The location of the manufacturer and its address of the place of business.
69063, Ukraine, Zaporozhye, Akademika Amosova, 75.

The applicant PrJSC Pharmaceutical factory “Viola”.

Location of the applicant.
69063, Ukraine, Zaporozhye, Akademika Amosova, 75.