Doflex Gel

Doflex Gel is a diclofenac topical pain-relief medicine supplied as a gel in a strip/box of 10 tubes, manufactured by Jagsonpal Pharmaceuticals Ltd., India. Each tube is labelled with diclofenac strength as prescribed on the pack, and the medicine belongs to the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) class. Doflex Gel is used on the skin to help relieve pain, swelling, and stiffness from muscle, joint, or soft-tissue problems. Because it is applied locally, it is often chosen when pain is in one area rather than all over the body.

How it works: Diclofenac works by blocking substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation. When used as Doflex Gel, it is applied to the skin so the medicine acts mainly at the painful area.

Doflex Gel is the only strength/form in this brand we sell, so it fits the typical use of a topical diclofenac gel rather than being compared with another sibling product. A doctor may choose Doflex Gel when a local, targeted NSAID is preferred and when a patient wants treatment that is applied directly to the painful area. The gel format can start soothing the area without needing to swallow a tablet, which may be helpful for people who cannot tolerate oral NSAIDs as well.

• Muscle sprains and strains
• Joint pain
• Arthritis-related pain
• Back or neck pain
• Sports injuries with swelling
• Tendon or soft-tissue pain

• Apply Doflex Gel only to clean, dry skin over the painful area.
• Use the amount and frequency your doctor prescribed for this exact diclofenac gel.
• Wash your hands before and after applying, unless the hands are the treated area.
• Do not apply to broken, irritated, or infected skin.
• Avoid getting the gel in your eyes, mouth, nose, or on mucous membranes.
• Let the gel dry before covering the area with tight bandages unless your clinician told you otherwise.

Doflex Gel provides diclofenac in the labelled strength on each tube, and the exact amount to use depends on the area being treated and your doctor’s instructions. Topical diclofenac gels are usually applied several times a day, but the maximum daily amount and duration must be set by a clinician for your case because this is a prescription NSAID product.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Diclofenac may include:

• Mild skin irritation
• Redness where applied
• Itching or rash at the application site
• Dry or flaky skin
• Burning or stinging sensation
• Increased sensitivity of the treated skin to sunlight

• Use only on intact skin; do not apply to cuts, wounds, or infected areas.
• Do not use more than prescribed, because diclofenac is an NSAID and higher exposure can raise the risk of side effects.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, bleeding problems, heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney disease, or liver disease.
• Avoid using other NSAIDs at the same time unless your clinician specifically says it is safe.
• Alcohol can increase the risk of stomach irritation and bleeding with diclofenac.
• Use caution if you are pregnant, especially in the later stages of pregnancy, unless your doctor has approved it.
• If you are using multiple topical products, ask your pharmacist how to space them so the gel can absorb properly.

• Oral or topical NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, naproxen, or aspirin
• Blood thinners such as warfarin, apixaban, or rivaroxaban
• Steroids such as prednisone
• ACE inhibitors, ARBs, and diuretics
• Other products containing diclofenac

Store Doflex Gel tightly closed at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight, and keep it out of reach of children.