Fumac 3% W/W Gel

Fumac 3% W/W Gel is not a steroid. It is an anti-inflammatory drug. The drug helps to provide relief from painful joint and muscular inflammations caused due to sprains or strains. The drug helps to inhibit the production of certain chemicals in the body that causes the pain of inflammation. The medicine is applied topically on the surface of the skin. It is available in the form of cream, gel or foam. It is then massaged gently till the medicine is absorbed into the skin and can act on the area of inflammation. The medicine is available on producing the prescription, sometimes can be purchased without it also. The medicine is mainly for the use of adults, and children who are older than 12 years. You must not cover the area of the skin where you have applied the medicine, with bandages or clothing. It delays the process of healing. You must take precautions such that the medicine does not get into the eyes or open cuts and wounds. The medicine makes the skin more sensitive to sunlight. Therefore you must reduce sun exposure as much as possible to prevent skin irritation or rashes. People with respiratory problems or skin disorders like eczema must exercise caution while using this drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No interaction found

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no interaction between driving and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Fumac 3% W/W Gel , and hence can be used as its substitute.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.

Fumac 3% W/W Gel is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs) that is generally administered topically. It belongs to the class of arylacetic acid which is used for the treatment of muscle inflammation and arthritis. It works by preventing prostaglandins synthesis.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Orthopaedics before using this medicine.