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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Nov 23, 2024 | 4:30 PM IST

Omnigel is a combination medicine used to treat muscle and joint pain and inflammation. It helps relieve musculoskeletal disorders, strain, sprain, arthritis, and low back pain. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause pain and inflammation. Common side effects include application site reactions like itching, irritation, redness, and burning sensations.

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Cipla Ltd

Consume Type

TOPICAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

About Omnigel

Omnigel is used to relieve acute musculoskeletal pain and osteoarthritis. It effectively reduces pain, swelling, and joint stiffness, thereby improving your ability to move and flex the joint. Osteoarthritis is a long-term musculoskeletal joint disorder that causes damage to the cartilage and surrounding tissues characterized by pain, swelling, stiffness, and loss of function.

Omnigel contains diclofenac, linseed oil, methyl salicylate, and menthol. Diclofenac and methyl salicylate work by lowering hormones in the body that cause inflammation and pain. Linseed oil inhibits inflammatory mediators like leukotrienes, thereby reducing inflammation. Menthol is a soothing and cooling agent which provides a cooling sensation by dilating the blood vessels. Together, Omnigel helps relieve mild to moderate pain in musculoskeletal and joint conditions.

Omnigel is only for external use. Use Omnigel for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. You may sometimes experience common side effects such as itching, irritation, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. Most of these side effects do not necessitate medical attention and will subside gradually over time. However, you should consult your doctor if you are experiencing these side effects regularly.

Please do not use Omnigel without a doctor's advice if you have a skin reaction or irritation to any medicine. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use Omnigel in more than prescribed doses or for a longer duration as it may cause adverse effects. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines to rule out any side effects. Do not take any other NSAIDs for pain relief along with Omnigel unless prescribed. Omnigel is not recommended for children below 14 years as safety and efficacy have not been established.

Uses of Omnigel

Treatment of Pain

Medicinal Benefits

Omnigel is a combination of four drugs: Diclofenac, Linseed Oil, Methyl Salicylate, and Menthol. Diclofenac and Methyl Salicylate are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) which work by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation. Linseed oil possesses an anti-inflammatory action that inhibits inflammatory mediators like leukotrienes, thereby reducing inflammation. Menthol is a soothing and cooling agent which provides a cooling sensation by dilating the blood vessels, followed by an analgesic effect. It also enhances the penetration of drugs. Together, Omnigel helps relieve mild to moderate pain in musculoskeletal and joint conditions.

Directions for Use

Gel/Cream/Ointment: Omnigel is only for external use. Take a small amount of Omnigel on the fingertip and apply it as a thin layer on the clean and dry affected area as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid contact of the Omnigel with the nose or eyes. In case of accidental contact with these areas, rinse with water thoroughly. Wash your hands before and after using Omnigel if your hands are not the affected area to prevent the spread of infection.Spray: It is only for external use. Check the label for directions before using the spray. Shake well before each use. Spray the contents from a 5cm distance on the affected area.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Omnigel

  • Itching
  • Irritation
  • Redness
  • Burning sensation

Drug Warnings

Do not take Omnigel if you are allergic to any of its contents. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take to rule out any side effects. Do not use Omnigel if you experience asthma, urticaria or allergy after taking a pain killer. Do not take any other pain killers for pain relief along with Omnigel unless prescribed. Consult your doctor before starting Omnigel if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Omnigel is not recommended for children below 14years as the safety and effectiveness have not been established.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Omnigel may have interaction with pain killer medicines (e.g. aspirin), blood thinners or anticoagulant medicines (e.g. warfarin), and medicines used for the treatment of venous thrombosis (e.g. anisindione, dicumarol).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have had asthma, urticaria (a skin reaction), renal dysfunction or impairment, heart failure, hypertension, and coagulation problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • WARFARIN
  • ANISINDIONE
  • DICUMAROL

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Exercising regularly helps stretch muscles so that they are less likely to spasm, tear, or sprain. Mild exercises such as jogging and walking are helpful for muscle stretching.
  • Massages can also be helpful.
  • Avoid freezing and hot temperatures.
  • Avoid wearing tight-fitting clothes; instead, wear loose garments.
  • Rest well, and get plenty of sleep.
  • Change your position at least every two hours to avoid developing pressure sores.
  • Hot or cold therapy can help treat muscle spasms. Apply an ice pack or hot pack on the muscle for 15-20minutes.
  • Stay hydrated, drink plenty of water.

Special Advise

  • Do not apply on open wounds, cuts, abrasions or infected wounds.
  • Do not use any bandages after application of Omnigel unless suggested by your doctor.
  • Avoid contact of Omnigel with eyes and mucous membranes. If contact occurs wash with water immediately

Disease/Condition Glossary

Musculoskeletal pain: Musculoskeletal pain affects the bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and nerves. It can be acute or chronic, can be localized or widespread. The pain can be mild or severe enough to interfere with your daily routine. Musculoskeletal pain could occur due to arthritis, osteoporosis, fractures, dislocations, and problems with the bone structure or injury to the bones, joints, tendons, muscles and ligaments. Symptoms of musculoskeletal pain include stiffness, swelling, redness, weakness, muscle spasms or twitching, trouble moving the affected area, soreness, cracking or popping sound at the joints.

Osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis is a long term musculoskeletal joint disorder that causes damage to the cartilage and surrounding tissues characterized by pain, swelling, stiffness, and loss of function. This joint disorder becomes common with ageing and wear and tear of joints.

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Alcohol

Caution

It is unknown whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Omnigel. However, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol as a precautionary measure.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Omnigel should only be used under medical advice during the first six months of pregnancy. Omnigel must not be used during the last three months of pregnancy, as it could harm the unborn child or cause problems at delivery.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor before using Omnigel; your doctor will decide whether Omnigel can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Omnigel has negligible influence on driving or using machines.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Omnigel is not recommended for children below 14 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
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FAQs

Omnigel is primarily used to relieve acute musculoskeletal pain and osteoarthritis. It effectively reduces pain, swelling, and stiffness, improving your ability to move and flex the joint.
Omnigel contains Diclofenac, Linseed Oil, Methyl Salicylate, and Menthol. Diclofenac and Methyl Salicylate work by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation. Linseed oil inhibits inflammatory mediators like leukotrienes, thereby reducing inflammation. Menthol provides a cooling sensation by dilating the blood vessels. Together, Omnigel helps provide relief from mild to moderate pain in musculoskeletal and joint conditions.
Avoid concomitant use of Omnigel with other topical products such as cosmetics, sunscreens, lotions, moisturisers, insect repellent creams and other gels.
Do not apply external heat or cover the treated skin with dressings after applying Omnigel. Avoid wearing clothes or gloves for at least 10minutes after applying Omnigel.
Omnigel should not be used on broken or open wounds, infections, or severely peeling skin.
Yes, Omnigel helps relieve pain and reduce inflammation. Omnigel is effective in treating various forms of arthritis, gout, and pain or inflammation.
Yes, Omnigel is safe when used as per the dosage and duration recommended by a doctor. Do not self-medicate.
Omnigel is for external use only. Apply a small amount to the affected area as directed by your doctor. Avoid contact with eyes and nose; rinse with water if accidental contact occurs. Wash hands before and after use, unless treating your hands.
While using Omnigel, you are recommended to tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its active substances. Inform your doctor about your health conditions and medications to avoid side effects. Avoid using it if you have asthma, hives, or allergies to painkillers. Do not combine it with other painkillers unless prescribed. Consult your doctor before using if pregnant or breastfeeding. It is not recommended for children under 14 years due to lack of safety and effectiveness data.
If you forget to use Omnigel, then apply it as soon as you remember and if it is the time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dose. Avoid applying more to make up for the missed one.
Omnigel causes side effects such as itching, irritation, redness, and burning sensation. However, these will reduce over time. Please, consult a doctor if persists longer.

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