Movelat Gel

Movelat Gel is a mild to moserate anti-inflammatory and analgesic preperation which, when applied to the skin, provides relief from muscular pain and stiffness sprains and strains and pain due to rheumatic and non-serious arthritic conditions.

The body produces a chemical called prostaglandin in response to injury or certain diseases. Prostaglandins are responsible for causing swelling, pain and inflammation. Mucopolysaccharide one of the active ingredients in Movelat Gel reduces these effects as well as improving the blood supply to the skin. Salicylic acid is the other active ingredient and helps to break down keratin a protien that forms part of the skin structure by helping to remove skin cells. This action helps for better penetration of the ingredient mucopolysaccharide.

• Movelat Gel contains:
  Carbomer, disodium edetate, isopropyl alcohol, polyethylene glyceryl mono-oleate, rosemary oil, monoethanolamine and water. The active ingredients are: o.2% w/w of anti-inflammatory and anelgesic drug mucopolysaccharide polysulphate together with 2.0% w/w of the absorption-enhancing agent salicylic acid in a colorless gel base.

Directions for use:
You should follow the directions given you by your doctor or pharmacist. If this gel was given you by your doctor he will have given instruction on the use of the gel on your prescription. These instruction will then be printed by the pharmacist on to a label which will be adhered to the carton/tube.

The manufacturers guide lines are: between 2 and 6 inches (5-15cm) of gel should be applied to the area at any one time. Do not apply the gel more than four times daily. You should wash your hands immedediately after applying the gel, unless your hands are the area being treated. Movelat Gel is not to be used on large areas of skin(e.g. the whole of the back), broken or sensitive skin or on mucous membranes.

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Detailed Information

Quick Guide

• Dependency is said to be – NOTHING NOTEWORTHY.
• Prescription only medication – NO.
• If optianable on prescription – YES.
• Alcohol Avoidance – NOTHING NOTEWORTHY.
• Not to be used on children under 12 years of age.
• This product is for external use only.
• Do not swallow or use near sensitive areas such as: eyes, moist membranes (mouth, nasal passages) or ano-genital region.
• Not to be used on large areas of skin (e.g. the whole of the back).
• Do not apply to broken skin (e.g. cuts or grazes).)
• Discomfort may be felt by those with sensitive skin, if used in hot weather or after a bath.

Side Effects

You may if on this medication suffer one or more of these side effects, in the initial stages. However, you may find you do not suffer any at all, as it does not follow that being on this medication will cause unwanted side effects.

Common: None
Rare: Redness, Burning Sensation, Rash.

Movelat Gel does not normally cause unwanted side effects however, having said that it is possible that the gel may cause unwanted side effects in some individuals with sensitive skin. If any of the side effects listed give you problems you should stop using the gel and tell your doctor or pharmacist about the problem you have encountered. Avoid contact of this medicine with the eyes and the moist membranes lining the inside of certain parts of the body, eg mouth, nasal passages (mucous membranes). Rinse with cold water if accidental contact occurs.

The side effects listed here are the most common and rare problems reported by patients using this medication It does not include all of the side effects reported by the drug’s manufacturer. If common side effects persist you need to inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you suffer any of the rare or some other side effects not listed here. For total peace of mind, seek information from your doctor or pharmacist.

Prolonged Use

You need to check with your doctor or phamacist.

Driving, Hazardous Work & Alcohol

No problems would be expected. This also applies to alcohol.

Pregnancy and Breast-Feeding

Consult with your doctor before using the gel. Do not use during the first trimester or during late pregnancy or breast feeding.

Tell Your Doctor or Pharmacist

You should tell your doctor if you have a current health problem. For example: heart disease, kidney problems, if you are pregnant or you intend to become pregnant, or if you think you may be at risk from drug treatment for any other reason. Some types of medication can cause serious adverse effects when taken side by side so it is important to tell your doctor of any other medication you are already taking. This should also include any over-the-counter medication. For example: Painkillers, cold remedies, herbal and complimentary / alternative medication.

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Over 60’s & Children

There are no problems associated with adults or the elderly. Movelat Gel should not be used on children under 12 years of age, and those with sensitive skin.

Overdose

Movelat Gel Is for external use only. If some is accidentally swallowed manufactures guide lines state (February 2007) it should not cause a problem. However, you should contact a doctor or go to the A&E department at your local hospital immediately.

Other Medication Reactions

It is possible that excessive use of topical salicylates may increase the effect of coumarin anticoagulants. It is therefore advisable that caution be exercised with patients who are taking coumarin (chemical compound, a benzopyrone) anticoagulants. Coumarin has clinical medical value as the precursor for several anticoagulants, one such anticoagulant is warfarin.

Missed A Dose

If you do forget to use it there would not be a problem just continue when you next require it. Do not use more than 4 times daily.

Reducing or Stopping Medication

You should be guided by the advice given by your doctor or pharmacist

Effect Of Medication (from one dose)

Usually brings fast relief

Storage and Safety

• Keep medicine in its original container, in a cool dry place, away from the reach and eye sight of children.
• Do not store medication above a temperature of 25°C.
• Never take more than the original dosage prescribed by your doctor.
• Never take medication that has past the expiry date shown on the box or container.
• Do not discard old or unwanted medication / drugs into your trash, sink or toilet.
• Return all unused or old medicines / drugs to your pharmacist.

If this medication has been prescribed for you never allow anyone else to use it, even if you know or they feel their symptom are similar to your own.

Do not leave your doctors surgery until you have a clear understanding of what the drug your doctor has prescribed for you does, and why you have been prescribed it. It is common for people who do not understand the reason behind there treatment to take their medication correctly.