Methocylate uses

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Methocylate belongs to the group of non-steroid analgesics, antipyretics and anti-inflammatory drugs. The drug is used mainly to treat the symptoms of musculoskeletal pain. Let's learn about Methocylate drug information through the article below.

1. What is Methocylate?

Methocylate drug is prepared in the form of a skin cream, with the main ingredients being Methyl salicylate 3g, Menthol 2g and other excipients just enough as Glyceryl monostearate, Vaselin, Cetomacrogol 1000, Polysorbat 80 (Tween 80), Refined beeswax , Purified water 20g.
Methocylate has fast pain relief, local pain relief. With the properties of fast evaporation, local anesthetic and cooling, the drug is very effective in cases of nerve pain.
Methyl salicylate has the effect of causing skin congestion, dilating blood vessels close to the skin surface. Therefore, the active ingredients easily penetrate the skin, promoting pain relief associated with musculoskeletal diseases such as back pain, muscle pain, rheumatism, arthritis, sprains...

2. What are the effects of Methocylate?

Methocylate is often used to relieve pain in musculoskeletal conditions such as muscle pain, joint pain, back pain, arthritis, pain due to injury, dislocation, sprain.
Do not use Methocylate in the following cases:
People who are allergic to any of the ingredients in the drug. Do not use on broken skin, open wounds, mucous membranes of the eyes. Children under 30 months of age, children with a history of epilepsy or febrile convulsions.

3. Dosage and usage of Methocylate

Apply the medicine to the painful area and rub it until it is fully absorbed into the skin. Use 3-4 times a day or as directed by a physician.
However, when using Methocylate for a long time, it can cause skin irritation, atopic dermatitis.

6. Notes and cautions when using Methocylate

When using Methocylate, caution should be taken in the following cases:
If you see that the skin after applying the medicine has redness, skin irritation, prolonged pain that does not help, stop using the drug and consult a doctor. treatment. Do not cover the skin after applying the medicine. The drug is used to rub directly on the skin, should not be used with hot packs. Avoid contact with the eye mucosa, if in contact with eyes, wash thoroughly with water. There are currently no data on the interaction of Methocylate with other drugs when used in combination. When using the drug in children, adult supervision is required. The drug can be used by pregnant and lactating women. There have been no reports of the drug affecting the ability to drive or use machines. In addition to the above information, if you have any questions about Methocylat, you can contact your doctor for advice and answers.

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