What is Fenistil Gel and when is it used?

Fenistil Gel inhibits the effect of histamine, one of the substances released during allergic reactions. Applied to the skin, it relieves itching of allergic origin. Fenistil Gel also exhibits local anesthetic properties.

Fenistil Gel is indicated for itchy skin diseases, e.g. insect bites, minor small-scale burns, minor sunburn that is not extensive, small-scale allergy-related skin diseases.

The basis is a watery gel that allows the active ingredient to penetrate the skin well. Itching and other skin irritations are quickly relieved in this way (within a few minutes). The gel is odorless and colorless and does not stain clothing.

When not to use Fenistil Gel?

You must not use Fenistil Gel if you are allergic to dimetindene maleate or an excipient.

The preparation must not be used if you have a known allergy to insect bites (the doctor's instructions must be followed).

Do not apply the preparation to open or inflamed wounds, weeping skin diseases or mucous membranes, especially in infants or small children, and do not use it near the eyes.

When is caution required when using Fenistil Gel?

Children under the age of 2 years of age may only use the preparation if prescribed by a doctor.

A large-scale application, as well as application on open wounds or large-scale skin injuries or damage (such as burns) should be avoided, especially in infants and small children.

Avoid prolonged sun exposure of the treated areas.

Consult your doctor if it is very itchy or if you have extensive skin lesions.

Contact your health care professional if symptoms persist for more than 7 days.

Information on the excipients

Fenistil Gel contains 150 mg/g propylene glycol (E1520): Propylene glycol can cause localized skin irritation.

Fenistil Gel contains 0.05 mg/g benzalkonium chloride: Benzalkonium chloride is an irritant and may cause skin reactions. If you are breastfeeding, you must not apply this medicine to the breast as your baby may ingest it with the milk.

Applied to the skin, Fenistil Gel has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.

Tell your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you

• suffer from other diseases,
• have allergies, especially to other medicines or
• take other medicines (including those you bought yourself!) or use them externally.

Can Fenistil Gel be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, you should use Fenistil Gel with caution and not Apply to large, chafed or inflamed areas of skin. The gel should not be applied to the nipples while breastfeeding.

How to use Fenistil Gel?

Adults and children over 2 years old:

2 to 4 times Apply a thin layer to the affected areas of skin every day and rub in gently.

Do not use for more than 7 days without medical advice.

In children under the age of 2 years, the preparation may only be used as prescribed by a doctor.

Tell your doctor or nurse straight away if you or your child accidentally take this medicine.

Follow the dosage given in the package leaflet or as 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 Fenistil Gel have?

Uncommon side effects (between 1 and 10 users in 1,000): Dryness or burning of the skin .

Very rare side effects (affecting less than 1 in 10,000 people): Allergic skin reactions, including rash and itching.

In this case, stop the treatment and talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist. This also applies in particular to side effects that are not listed in this leaflet.

What else needs to be considered?

Shelf life

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

Storage instructions

Store at room temperature (15-25°C).

Keep out of the reach of children.

Further information

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

What does Fenistil Gel contain?

Active substance

1 g gel contains 1 mg dimetindene maleate.

Excipients

Propylene Glycol (E1520), Sodium Edetate, Sodium Hydroxide, Carbomer, Benzalkonium Chloride, Purified Water.

Approval number

38762 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get Fenistil Gel? What packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription.

Packs of 30 and 100 g.

Authorization holder

GSK Consumer Healthcare Schweiz AG, Risch.

This package leaflet was last checked by the medicines authority (Swissmedic) in December 2020.