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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Nov 10, 2024 | 7:18 PM IST
FITGEL OINTMENT is used to treat mouth ulcers. It is used to treat pain, inflammation, ulcerations, irritation, or injuries of the oral cavity, including mouth mucous membrane, gums, pharynx, and periodontal ligament. It contains Choline salicylate that works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. It may cause common side effects such as redness, irritation, burning or itching sensation. Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

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About FITGEL OINTMENT

FITGEL OINTMENT used to treat mouth ulcers. FITGEL OINTMENT is used to treat pain, inflammation, ulcerations, irritation, or injuries of the oral cavity, including mouth mucous membrane, gums, pharynx, and periodontal ligament.
 
FITGEL OINTMENT contains 'Choline salicylate' that works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. 
 
In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as redness, irritation, burning or itching sensation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
 
Talk to your doctor if your condition does not improve despite using FITGEL OINTMENT for a week. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of FITGEL OINTMENT

Treatment of Mouth ulcers

Medicinal Benefits

FITGEL OINTMENT belongs to a group of medicines called Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs). FITGEL OINTMENT is used to treat pain, inflammation, ulcerations, irritation, or injuries of the oral cavity, including mouth mucous membrane, gums, pharynx, and periodontal ligament. FITGEL OINTMENT works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. FITGEL OINTMENT is rapidly absorbed through the mucous membrane and effectively relieves the pain within 2-3 minutes of application. The analgesic effect of FITGEL OINTMENT lasts for up to 2-3 hours.

Directions for Use

Lozenges: Place it in the mouth and allow it to dissolve slowly; do not chew, crush or swallow.Gel: Apply it to the affected area or use it as advised by the physician.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of FITGEL OINTMENT

  • Redness
  • Itching
  • Irritation
  • Burning sensation
  • Taste changes

Drug Warnings

Do not use FITGEL OINTMENT if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have phenylketonuria or bleeding problems such as oesophageal varices. Talk to your doctor if you have inflammatory gastrointestinal diseases, peptic ulcer disease, or bronchial asthma. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve despite using FITGEL OINTMENT for a week, if the pain is persistent or if the symptoms are accompanied by fever.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid eating foods that irritate mouth ulcers.

  • Include whole grains and alkaline fruits and vegetables,

  • Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet. Include multivitamins, especially B12, folate, zinc, and iron.

  • Maintain good dental hygiene by brushing after meals and regular flossing.

  • Gargling with salt water also helps in treating mouth ulcers.

  • Apply ice or damp tea bags to numb the pain.

  • Try natural remedies such as chamomile tea, Echinacea, myrrh, and liquorice root. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Mouth ulcers: Mouth ulcers, also known as canker sores, are small, painful lesions that develop in the mouth or at the base of the gums. These can make you uncomfortable while eating, drinking, and talking. Mouth ulcers usually heal within a few weeks and are not contagious. People with a family history of canker sores are at more risk of developing mouth ulcers. Minor mouth injury from dental work or hard brushing, acidic foods, lack of essential vitamins, dental braces, emotional stress, and viral, bacterial, or fungal infections could be a cause of developing mouth ulcers.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol affects FITGEL OINTMENT. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

FITGEL OINTMENT belongs to pregnancy category C. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will recommend only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this, your doctor will decide whether FITGEL OINTMENT can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Safe

FITGEL OINTMENT does not affect your ability to drive or operating machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of FITGEL OINTMENT in patients with liver impairment.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of FITGEL OINTMENT in patients with kidney impairment.

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Children

Caution

FITGEL OINTMENT should not be used in children as it might cause Reye's syndrome (a rare disease that causes damage to the brain and liver).

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Cnergy IT Park, 3rd floor Appa Saheb Marathe Marg, Prabhadevi, Mumbai 400025.
Other Info - FIT0043

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FAQs

FITGEL OINTMENT belongs to a group of medicines called Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), primarily used to treat mouth ulcers. FITGEL OINTMENT can treat pain, inflammation, ulcerations, irritation, or injuries of the oral cavity, including mouth mucous membrane, gums, pharynx, and periodontal ligament.
FITGEL OINTMENT works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation.
FITGEL OINTMENT should not be used for longer durations unless recommended by a doctor. If your condition does not improve despite using FITGEL OINTMENT for a week, consult your doctor, he/she may advise you an alternate medicine.
Avoid eating foods that irritate mouth ulcers, such as spicy, fried foods and acidic fruits like grapefruit, pineapple, lemon, or oranges. Include whole grains and alkaline foods in your diet.
FITGEL OINTMENT is rapidly absorbed through the mucous membrane and effectively relieves the pain within 2-3minutes of application. The analgesic effect of FITGEL OINTMENT lasts for up to 2-3hours.
FITGEL OINTMENT should not be used to treat teething pain in infants. FITGEL OINTMENT is not recommended for use in children as it may increase the risk of Reye's syndrome (a rare disease that causes damage to the brain and liver). Consult your doctor, he/she may advise an alternate medicine for teething pain.
Apply a thin layer of FITGEL OINTMENT to ulcer using cotton swab. Use it as advised by the doctor. Avoid eating or drinking for a while after applying the gel.
No, you should not swallow FITGEL OINTMENT as it has some side-effects. Use it as advised by the doctor.
It may take 7 days to see improvement after using FITGEL OINTMENT. However, the exact duration for the FITGEL OINTMENT will be suggested by the doctor.
No, avoid wearing dentures for atleast half an hour after applying FITGEL OINTMENT. However, please consult the doctor if you have any concerns.
Avoid using FITGEL OINTMENT if any allergic reactions or irritation occurs. Avoid eating and drinking immediately after applying FITGEL OINTMENT. Avoid putting braces or dentures back in the mouth for 30minutes after applying FITGEL OINTMENT and quit smoking.
There is no definite cause for mouth ulcers. Some factors include vitamin deficiencies, biting the inside of your mouth, using hard-bristled toothbrush, certain medications and sensitivity to acidic foods such as oranges, pineapples and strawberries.

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