Yuhan Antiphlamine, a topical medicine, is a local anti-inflammatory analgesic. The main ingredients of the medicine are Methyl salicylate, L-Menthol with the contents of 20 grams, 6 grams, prepared in the form of a topical lotion, 100ml bottle. To better understand Yuhan Antiphlamine topical medicine, you can refer to the article below.
1. What is the effect of Yuhan Antiphlamine?
Antiphlamine used for relieving musculoskeletal inflammation and pain is widely used in clinical practice. The drug’s effects are achieved through the combined pharmacological actions of the drug's ingredients Methyl salicylate and L-Menthol.
The both active ingredients Methyl salicylate and L-Menthol have strong pain-relieving effects. When combined, the pain will be quickly relieved. The mechanism of the drug is to dilate blood vessels to help improve blood circulation to the site of injury or blood clot. Thereby reducing inflammation and pain at the site of injury.
The drug is formulated in lotion form easily for the drug to be absorbed through the skin and the rapid absorption mechanism brings about effectiveness.
2. Indications and contraindications of Yuhan Antiphlamine
2.1. Indications
Yuhan Antiphlamine is used in the following cases:
• Musculoskeletal diseases include: Sprains, musculoskeletal pain, pain after bone fractures, back pain, bruises or blood clots due to strong impacts, shoulder pain, rheumatoid arthritis related pain, nerve pain.
• Dermatitis, rashes or pain from insect bites.
• Cold-related pain and swelling, weather-related headaches, muscle pain and tingling in hands and feet...
• Pain due to incorrect posture, lack of exercise or overworking, over-exercising.
2.2. Contraindications
Do not use Yuhan Antiphlamine if you have the following contraindications:
• Patients with hypersensitivity or allergy to Methyl salicylate or L-Menthol and excipients.
• Avoid getting the medicine in the eyes, around the eyes and conjunctiva or on open wounds.
• Do not use it on skin areas with eczema, scratched skin, sensitive skin areas.
3. Dosage and how to use Yuhan Antiphlamine
How to use:
Yuhan Antiphlamine is applied directly to the skin. Patients need to clean their hands and the affected skin. Use your hands to apply the lotion to the painful area, spread the medication evenly and massage gently for the lotion to spread throughout the affected area.
Patients can use the acupressure roller included with the bottle to roll back and forth 5-6 times over the affected skin. The purpose of this is to peel off and separate the horny layer and dead cells, helping the active ingredients of the medicine to absorb quickly and deeply into the skin.
Dosage:
Apply to the affected area 1 to 4 times a day, depending on the clinical case, dosage prescribed by the doctor.
4. Unwanted effects when using Yuhan Antiphlamine
Yuhan Antiphlamine is considered an effective topical medication with few side effects including rashes, itchy skin, and a burning sensation after application.
If the patient experiences any unusual side effects causing discomfort in addition to the above symptoms while using Yuhan Antiphlamine, please notify the doctor.
5. Cautions when using Yuhan Antiphlamine
Considered precautions while using Yuhan Antiphlamine include:
• Take precaution when using topical medications in cases of the patient or family member having a history of allergies to drugs or cosmetics.
• Children under 12 years old need to be supervised by adults if the medication is applied.
• The medication is only for topical use, do not drink the lotion.
• Avoid contact with eyes. If the medication gets into the eyes, rinse thoroughly with clean water. In more severe cases, the patient needs an ophthalmologist for eye examination.
• Precautions when having scratches and open wounds.
• After 5-6 days of treatment, if the symptoms do not improve, the patient should stop using the medication and notify the doctor.
• Yuhan Antiphlamine lotion should not be used for pregnant women and lactation unless it is really necessary.
• Topical medications can cause itching and burning in the skin area, so use with caution when driving or operating machinery to ensure safety and avoid negative impacts on work efficiency.
Above is information about the product Yuhan Antiphlamine. Topical medication is effective in reducing the symptoms of inflammation and pain in musculoskeletal diseases. It is necessary to use the right dose of medication, precaution when non response to medication, less effectiveness, it’s necessary to change the clinical protocol and notify the doctor. If you have any questions about Yuhan Antiphlamine, please ask the medical staff for advice.
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