Artrosilene Gel 5% (ketoprofen)

Artrosilene gel contains ketoprofen, a substance of the AIJS group (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).
It is used on the skin for the local treatment of pain and inflammation of joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments of rheumatic nature or from trauma.
Do not use Arthrosilen if:
– you are allergic to arthrosilene or any of the other ingredients present in the formulation;
– you have had allergies to ketoprofen, thiaprofenic acid, fenofibrates, solar UV filters or perfumes;
– skin problems such as eczema or acne, skin infections or open sores appear;
– you are in the third trimester of pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Exposure to sunlight (even when the sky is cloudy) or to UVA lamps in the areas where you are using Artrosilene can cause severe skin reactions.
It is therefore necessary:
– to protect the treated parts from the sun, for the entire duration of the treatment, as well as in the two weeks after its cessation, to avoid any risk of photosensitization.
– to wash your hands thoroughly after each Artrosilene application.
If any skin reaction occurs after application of Artrosilene, treatment should be discontinued immediately.
Do not apply the gel to open wounds.
Avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes.
Wash your hands thoroughly after each application.
Do not use bandages (gauze, covers with waterproof material, etc.
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Children and adolescentsThe safety and efficacy of Artrosilene have not been established in children and adolescents.
Pregnancy and breastfeedingIf you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, are planning a pregnancy, or are breast-feeding consult your doctor or pharmacist before using Artrosilene gel.
In the absence of clinical experience with topic creams/gel, the data refers to systemic use studies.
Avoid using ketoprofen during the first and second trimesters of pregnancy.
Do not use Artrosilene during the third trimester of pregnancy, as it may cause cardiopulmonary and renal toxicity to the fetus.
Use at the end of pregnancy can lead to prolonged bleeding time in both mother and baby.
Avoid using ketoprofen during breastfeeding.
This is an OTC medicine, so it can be taken without a doctor’s recommendation.
Before using this medicine carefully read the package leaflet as it contains more detailed information.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist for any doubt.