Actofenal Gel 4X

About this Medicine

Actofenal Gel 4X is used as a pain reliever. It relieves muscle stiffness or spasm to improve pain and movement of muscles. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause pain and inflammation. Actofenal Gel 4X is for external use only. Before using the medicine check the label for directions of use and apply gently on the clean and dry affected area. You should always wash your hands after applying it, unless hands are the affected area. There are no common side effects seen with this medicine.

How it Works

Actofenal Gel 4X is a combination of six medicines: Mephenesin, Diclofenac, Lidocaine, Methyl Salicylate, Linseed Oil and Menthol which relieve pain. Mephenesin is a muscle relaxant. It works on the centres in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm and to improve pain and movement of muscles. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Lidocaine is a local anesthetic which works by blocking pain signals from the nerves to brain to further decrease the pain sensation. Methyl Salicylate and Menthol are topical analgesics (pain relievers). They work by first cooling the skin then warming it up. This cooling and warming up action interferes with the pain signal transmission through nerves. Linseed Oil decreases swelling through its anti-inflammatory properties.

Key Facts

Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: PAIN ANALGESICS

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