DOLOBENE gel 50 g

What is Dolobene Gel and when is it used?

Dolobene Gel is a combination of active ingredients with the following properties:

Heparin counteracts blood clotting and improves the regression of bruises.

Dexpanthenol protects and cares for the skin.

Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) increases the absorption of other substances by the skin and has an anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effect.

Dolobene Gel used for complaints related to venous leg disorders such as pain and swelling; with blunt (not open) sports injuries and accidents such as bruises, bruises, contusions, strains, sprains and pain in the muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints.

On medical prescription, this preparation is also used against superficial inflammation in venous leg disorders, tennis elbow, tendinitis, tendonitis, bursitis and stiff arms and shoulders.

What should be considered?

Follow the advice of your doctor that goes beyond the actual dosage recommendations, e.g. gymnastics or wearing support stockings.

When must Dolobene Gel not be used?

Dolobene must not be used in the case of DMSO and/or heparin hypersensitivity, asthmatics, pregnant women, breastfeeding women, children and adolescents, severe liver and/or kidney dysfunction, circulatory weaknesses and lupus ery thematodes, an autoimmune disease of the vascular system.

When is caution required when using Dolobene Gel?

Immediately before and after applying Dolobene Gel, no other medicines and agents should be applied to the affected area of ​​the skin.

Dolobene Gel must not be applied to open wounds, previously damaged skin or mucous membranes. Massage should not be used in the case of venous diseases that can be traced back to the presence of a blood clot (so-called thromboembolism). If symptoms persist or worsen, consult a doctor.

Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you suffer from other illnesses, have allergies or are taking or using other medicines (including those you bought yourself!) or use them externally.

Can Dolobene Gel be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

If you are pregnant, it or if you are breastfeeding, you should avoid taking medicines as a precaution or ask your doctor, pharmacist or druggist for advice.

Since at least one of the active substances contained in Dolobene crosses the placenta, you should not use the preparation during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

How do you use Dolobene Gel?

Adults

The gel Apply 1-2 times a day to the affected area.

Dolobene gel should not be massaged in, but only applied lightly and then distributed.

Using under bandages: After application, do not cover with airtight bandages. When used under air-permeable bandages, you should apply the gel as thick as a knife back and allow it to soak in before applying the bandage.

Observe the dosage given in the package insert or prescribed by your doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Dolobene Gel have?

The following side effects can occur when using Dolobene Gel:

DMSO can in rare cases lead to allergic skin symptoms such as reddening of the skin, itching and burningn lead. These symptoms can also be caused by the vasodilating effect of DMSO and generally disappear during further treatment.

After using Dolobene Gel, a temporary garlic-like bad breath can occasionally occur. This odor is due to dimethyl sulphide (DMS), a metabolite of DMSO.

A change in taste perception disappears again after a few minutes.

Stomach and intestine complaints such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation can occur.

In individual cases, allergic reactions with itching, wheal formation (nettle rash) and sometimes asymmetrical swelling on the face, skin and mucous membranes can occur. In these cases, a doctor must be consulted immediately.

If you notice any side effects that are not described here, you should inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What else needs to be considered?

The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container.

Do not store above 25°C. Don't ingest. Do not freeze or store in the refrigerator.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed technical information.

What does Dolobene Gel contain?

1 g of gel contains:

Active ingredients: heparin sodium 500 IU, dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) 150 mg, dexpanthenol 25 mg.

Excipients: propylene glycol, aromatics and other excipients.

Approval number

Where can you get Dolobene Gel? Which packs are available?

in pharmacies and drugstores, without medical prescription.

packs with Tube to 50 g gel.

registration owner

mepha pharma AG, Basel.

Internal version number: 2.3