Thiotuf Gel

Thiotuf Gel is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used for relieving pain. Pain can be acute (temporary) or chronic (long-lasting). Acute pain is a short time pain caused by damage to the tissues of the muscle, bone, or other organs. Chronic pain lasts for a long duration and is caused due to pathologies like nerve damage, etc. Thiotuf Gel mainly helps in relieving musculoskeletal pain, inflammation, and stiffness in osteoarthritis patients (a musculoskeletal disorder in which the two ends of the joints to come together due to the breakdown of a protective covering of cartilage).

Thiotuf Gel is a combination medicine containing Diclofenac, Linseed oil, Thiocolchicoside, Methyl salicylate, and Menthol. Diclofenac and Methyl salicylate work by inhibiting the effect of a cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme (chemical messenger) that is responsible for pain. Thiocolchicoside exerts an analgesic and muscle relaxant effect by activating GABA inhibitory pathways. Linseed oil helps in reducing inflammation. Menthol helps provide a cooling sensation and analgesic effect.

Thiotuf Gel may cause certain side effects, such as itching, burning sensation, irritation, and redness at the site of application. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if any of these side effects persist, consult your doctor. Thiotuf Gel is for external use only and should be used as advised by the physician. 

Thiotuf Gel should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease and your entire medical history before using Thiotuf Gel. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using Thiotuf Gel. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy are not established. Do not use Thiotuf Gel in more than prescribed doses or longer duration as it may cause adverse effects. It is advised not to take any other NSAID medicines while using Thiotuf Gel unless prescribed by the doctor.

Thiotuf Gel is a combination medicine containing Diclofenac, Linseed oil, Thiocolchicoside, Methyl salicylate, and Menthol. Diclofenac and Methyl salicylate work by inhibiting the effect of a cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme (chemical messenger) that is responsible for pain. Thiocolchicoside exerts an analgesic and muscle relaxant effect by activating GABA inhibitory pathways. Linseed oil helps in reducing inflammation. Menthol helps provide a cooling sensation and analgesic effect. Altogether, helps in reducing pain and swelling of joints, bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments.

• Itching at the site of the application
• Burning sensation
• Irritation
• Redness

Thiotuf Gel should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition, including current and OTC medications, to rule out any side effects/interactions. Inform your doctor if you have liver and kidney disease, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have any other medical history before using Thiotuf Gel. This medicine is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age as the safety and efficacy are not established. Do not use Thiotuf Gel in more than prescribed doses or longer duration as it may cause adverse effects. It is advised not to take any other NSAID medicines unless prescribed by the doctor. Avoid contact with the eyes, ears, nose and mouth. In case of accidental contact, wash thoroughly with water. It is recommended to keep the medicine away from children and pets. Avoid applying Thiotuf Gel on open wounds, blisters and lesions.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Thiotuf Gel may have interaction with painkiller medicines (aspirin), blood thinners or anticoagulant medicines (warfarin).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have had urticaria (a skin reaction) or renal/liver impairment.

• WARFARIN
• ASPIRIN

• Perform gentle activities like 20-30 minutes of walking or swimming. Physical activity helps strengthen muscles and relieves joint stiffness.
• Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
• De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listening to soothing music.
• Acupuncture, massage, and physical therapy may also be helpful.
• Try to wear loose clothes to avoid the spread of skin infection.
• Avoid wearing wet clothes. Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
• Do not scratch the affected area of the skin, as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
• Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes or socks with others.
• Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, and get plenty of sleep.

• Do not try to cover the infected area with a bandage or cloth unless prescribed by your doctor.
• Thiotuf Gel is for external use only. Avoid oral, parenteral, vaginal, or rectal usage.

Musculoskeletal pain: Pain can be acute (temporary) or chronic (long-lasting). Acute pain is a short time pain caused by damage to the tissues of the muscle, bone, or other organs. Chronic pain lasts for a long duration and is caused due to pathologies like nerve damage, etc. It can be localized or widespread and mild or severe enough to interfere with your daily routine. Generally, musculoskeletal pain occurs due to arthritis, osteoporosis, fractures, dislocations, or injury to the bones, joints, tendons, muscles, and ligaments. Symptoms may include stiffness, swelling, trouble moving the affected area, soreness, cracking, sound at the joints, redness, weakness, muscle spasms or twitching.

Osteoarthritis: It is a joint disease in which the two ends of the joints come together due to the breakdown of a protective covering of cartilage. Due to the absence of this protective covering, the joints rub against each other, leading to pain and stiffness. Symptoms include pain, stiffness, inflammation, and tenderness. The main reason for osteoarthritis is age; the older you are, the more likely you could get osteoarthritis, thus known as degenerative disease, meaning that the joints wear out as a person ages.