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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Nov 10, 2024 | 7:20 PM IST
Dan Gel is used to relieve acute musculoskeletal pain and joint pain due to osteoarthritis. It reduces pain, swelling, and joint stiffness, thereby improving your ability to move and flex the joint. It works by first cooling the skin and then warming it up, which interferes with the pain signal transmission through nerves. It blocks the release of chemical messengers that causes pain and inflammation with redness and swelling. It may cause some common side effects such as burning, itching, redness, stinging, and dryness on your skin at the application site. 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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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Unison Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

TOPICAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Dan Gel

Dan Gel is used to relieve acute musculoskeletal pain and pain of osteoarthritis of joints. It reduces pain, swelling, and joint stiffness, thereby improving your ability to move and flex the joint.

Dan Gel contains Diclofenac and Methyl salicylate (as a pain killer), Linseed oil (as an anti-inflammatory), and Menthol (as a cooling agent). Dan Gel works by first cooling the skin and then warming it up, which interferes with the pain signal transmission through nerves. Together Dan Gel works by blocking the release of chemical messengers that causes pain and inflammation with redness and swelling.

Dan Gel should only be used if advised by your doctor. Dan Gel should be used for skin only, and accidentally if it gets into your eye, mouth, or nose, rinse with water. Dan Gel should be applied to the affected area with a piece of clean cotton wool or gauze swab. Dan Gel should not be applied more than the recommended dose to avoid unpleasant side effects. Some common side effects of Dan Gel are burning, itching, redness, stinging, and dryness on your skin in the place where Dan Gel is applied. These side effects are usually mild and short-lived. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Dan Gel is contraindicated in children below two years of age. Besides this, caution must be exercised when older children (2-12 years) are treated. Children affected with viral flu, chickenpox, or viral fever should avoid using Dan Gel as it contains methyl salicylate may induce Reyes Syndrome (swelling in the liver and brain).

Uses of Dan Gel

Treatment of Musculoskeletal pain, Joint pain of arthritis.

Directions for Use

This medicine is for use on the skin surface (topical use) only. Do not apply to open wounds, external heat, or occlusive dressings to the treated joints. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Cream/Ointment/Gel: It should be applied to the affected area with a piece of clean cotton wool or gauze swab. Before applying, wash your hands with soap and water and then gently rub it on the affected areas. Avoid taking a shower for at least 1 hour after the application.Spray: Spray it on the affected areas of the skin and gently rub it into the skin.

Medicinal Benefits

Dan Gel contains Diclofenac and Methyl salicylate (as a pain killer), Linseed oil (as an anti-inflammatory), and Menthol (as a cooling agent). Dan Gel works by first cooling the skin and warming it up, interfering with the pain signal transmission through nerves. Together Dan Gel works by blocking the release of chemical messengers that causes pain and inflammation with redness and swelling.

Side Effects of Dan Gel

  • Skin irritation
  • Contact dermatitis
  • Rash
  • Itching
  • Redness
  • Swelling
  • Burning or stinging sensation

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Before using Dan Gel, tell your doctor if you are allergic to Dan Gel other pain killers (like ibuprofen, naproxen, celecoxib) or if you have any other allergies. Use of Dan Gel is contraindicated in the people who have asthma, liver disease, kidney disease, stomach/intestine problems (bleeding, ulcers, Crohn's disease), cardiovascular diseases (heart attack, high blood pressure, stroke), swelling (oedema, fluid retention), blood disorders (such as anaemia), bleeding/clotting problems. Dan Gel should not be given to children less than 2 years of age. The use of Dan Gel should be done with caution in the elderly as they have a high risk of kidney damage and gastrointestinal bleeding.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • CAPTOPRIL
  • LISINOPRIL
  • LOSARTAN
  • VALSARTAN
  • CIDOFOVIR
  • DEXAMETHASONE
  • PREDNISONE
  • LITHIUM
  • METHOTREXATE
  • FUROSEMIDE

Habit Forming

No

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Unison Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd., Unison House Near Prernatirth Derasar, Near Ratnadeep-Ii, Satellite, Jodhpur, Ahmedabad-380 015, Gujarat, India.
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