Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol Pharmacology

Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol

About Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol

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Mechanism of Action of Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol

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Pharmacokinets of Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol

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Onset of Action for Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol

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Duration of Action for Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol

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Half Life of Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol

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Side Effects of Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol

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Contra-indications of Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol

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Special Precautions while taking Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol

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Pregnancy Related Information

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Old Age Related Information

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Breast Feeding Related Information

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Children Related Information

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Indications for Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol

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Interactions for Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol

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Typical Dosage for Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol

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Schedule of Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol

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Storage Requirements for Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol

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Effects of Missed Dosage of Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol

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Effects of Overdose of Ibuprofen Topical + Mephenesin + Methyl salicylate + Menthol

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Ibuprofen Topical

About Ibuprofen Topical

Topical NSAID, a propionic acid derivative, Analgesic and anti-inflammatory.

Mechanism of Action of Ibuprofen Topical

Ibuprofen has analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic action. It acts by inhibiting Prostaglandin (PGs) synthesis and their release at the site of injury. Prostaglandins cause tenderness and amplify the action of other analgesics. Ibuprofen inhibits cyclo-oxygenase enzyme and antagonizes prostaglandin actions.

Pharmacokinets of Ibuprofen Topical

Absorption: It is rapidly absorbed through the skin and reaches the affected area.

Onset of Action for Ibuprofen Topical

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Duration of Action for Ibuprofen Topical

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Half Life of Ibuprofen Topical

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Side Effects of Ibuprofen Topical

1.Itching
2.Reddening
3.Rash

Contra-indications of Ibuprofen Topical

Hypersensitivity to Ibuprofen topical

Special Precautions while taking Ibuprofen Topical

1.Ibuprofen topical is for external use only
2.Do not use Ibuprofen topical on skin that is irritated, peeling, or infected or on open wounds.
3.Avoid contact with eye and mucous membrane.

Pregnancy Related Information

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Old Age Related Information

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Breast Feeding Related Information

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Children Related Information

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Indications for Ibuprofen Topical

1. To relieve pain and inflammation in the muscles, tendons and joints
2. Pain caused by rheumatism and neuralgia.

Interactions for Ibuprofen Topical

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Typical Dosage for Ibuprofen Topical

Apply the medicament with gentle massage on the affected area 2 - 3 times daily.

Schedule of Ibuprofen Topical

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Storage Requirements for Ibuprofen Topical

Store Ibuprofen at 15-30 degree C in a tightly closed light resistant container. Keep out of the reach of children.

Effects of Missed Dosage of Ibuprofen Topical

Apply the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Effects of Overdose of Ibuprofen Topical

Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.

Mephenesin

About Mephenesin

Centrally acting muscle relaxant, Antispasmodic.

Mechanism of Action of Mephenesin

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Pharmacokinets of Mephenesin

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Onset of Action for Mephenesin

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Duration of Action for Mephenesin

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Half Life of Mephenesin

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Side Effects of Mephenesin

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Contra-indications of Mephenesin

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Special Precautions while taking Mephenesin

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Pregnancy Related Information

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Old Age Related Information

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Breast Feeding Related Information

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Children Related Information

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Indications for Mephenesin

Muscle spasm

Interactions for Mephenesin

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Typical Dosage for Mephenesin

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Schedule of Mephenesin

Storage Requirements for Mephenesin

Store the medicine in the tightly closed container. Keep out of the reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture.

Effects of Missed Dosage of Mephenesin

Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose

Effects of Overdose of Mephenesin

Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.

Methyl salicylate

About Methyl salicylate

Salicylates, Rubefacient, counterirritant.

Mechanism of Action of Methyl salicylate

Methyl salicylate is a rubefacient. It produces reddening of the skin by dilatation of the blood vessel and gives a soothing feeling of warmth. It is also called as counterirritant because they produce their action by counter irritation. Irritation of the sensory nerve endings alters pain in the underlying muscle or joints that are served by the same nerves.

Pharmacokinets of Methyl salicylate

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Onset of Action for Methyl salicylate

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Duration of Action for Methyl salicylate

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Half Life of Methyl salicylate

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Side Effects of Methyl salicylate

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Contra-indications of Methyl salicylate

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Special Precautions while taking Methyl salicylate

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Pregnancy Related Information

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Old Age Related Information

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Breast Feeding Related Information

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Children Related Information

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Indications for Methyl salicylate

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Interactions for Methyl salicylate

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Typical Dosage for Methyl salicylate

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Schedule of Methyl salicylate

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Storage Requirements for Methyl salicylate

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Effects of Missed Dosage of Methyl salicylate

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Effects of Overdose of Methyl salicylate

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Menthol

About Menthol

Terpenes and terpenoid, Antipruritic, decongestant, topical analgesic.

Mechanism of Action of Menthol

Menthol acts as a local anesthetic on the respiratory passageways and causing cough suppression. When Menthol is rubbed on the skin, it acts as a rubefacient and causes localized vasodilatation; which gives feelings of comfort and warmth. When applied gently on the skin, it acts as an anti-pruritic agent and creates a feeling of coolness, and mild local anaesthetic effect relieves itching. It has good soothing effect and acts as a demulcent. It also acts as a carminative.

Pharmacokinets of Menthol

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Onset of Action for Menthol

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Duration of Action for Menthol

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Half Life of Menthol

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Side Effects of Menthol

1.Irritation
2.Anxiety
3.Excitement
4.Delirium
5.Colic
6.Nausea
7.Vomiting
8.Diarrhoea
9.Convulsions
10.Apnoea
11.Asystole
12.Contact dermatitis
13.Allergic reactions

Contra-indications of Menthol

1. Hypersensitivity to the drug
2.Should not applies to broken, injured, or burned skin

Special Precautions while taking Menthol

1.Should not apply Menthol directly in to or near the nostrils of small children or asthma patients
2.Prolonged use
3.Seizures
4.Should not take steam inhalation orally

Pregnancy Related Information

Use with caution

Old Age Related Information

Use with caution

Breast Feeding Related Information

Use with caution

Children Related Information

Use with caution
below 2 years: Contraindicated

Indications for Menthol

1. Rubefacient.
2.Ingredient in cough preparations
3.Antipruritic
4. Ingredient in ointment or liniment to treat sprains; joint and muscle pain
5.Sore throat
6.Cold sores
7.Hay fever
8.As an inhalant to relieve nasal, bronchial, or upper respiratory congestion
9.Sinusitis
10.Bronchial cough
11.Pharyngeal inflammation

Interactions for Menthol

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Typical Dosage for Menthol

Dosage individualized based on requirements of the patient.
Lozenges: Dissolve lozenge (5%-10% menthol) slowly in the mouth hourly as needed by the patients.
Topical: Rubbed on the throat and chest in a layer loosely covered with a warm dry cloth; up to thrice daily.
In vaporizer: Menthol (3.2%) in a hot steam vaporizer can be used by adding 1 tbsp of solution for each quart of cold water, or 1tsp of solution for each pint, up to thrice daily

Schedule of Menthol

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Storage Requirements for Menthol

Store at a cool dry place in a well closed container. Protect from light and heat. Keep out of reach of children.

Effects of Missed Dosage of Menthol

Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Effects of Overdose of Menthol

Provide symptomatic treatment and supportive measures.

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