Dolser Gel is used to relieve pain and reduce swelling in your joints and muscles. It can be used to treat various injuries such as sprains, strains and bruises. It can also be used for tendonitis (such as tennis elbow) and osteoarthritis.

Dolser Gel may be used 2 to 4 times a day on the affected area depending on how severe your condition is. It should be applied slowly and evenly to the skin until it is rubbed in. You should not use it too often and you should not cover the treated area with a bandage or plaster.

It is a safe medicine with few side effects, but you may get a skin rash, itching, reddening or burning of the skin. Occasionally a skin rash may be a sign of severe allergic reaction. Tell your doctor straight away if you get a rash with blistering. Dolser Gel is not recommended if you are pregnant or breastfeeding and you should not use it if you are already taking diclofenac (or other similar) tablets.

Uses of Dolser Gel

Pain relief

Benefits of Dolser Gel

In Pain relief

Dolser Gel belongs to a group of medicines called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used for short-term relief of pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.

Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Side effects of Dolser Gel

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Dolser

Application site irritation
Edema (swelling)
Nausea
Headache
Itching
Indigestion

How to use Dolser Gel

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Dolser Gel works

Dolser Gel is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling) on the skin.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dolser Gel is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dolser Gel is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Dolser Gel?

If you miss a dose of Dolser Gel, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule.

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Quick tips

Dolser Gel is applied to the skin to relieve inflammation and pain of joints and muscles.
It is less likely to cause stomach side effects as compared to oral medication.
Gently massage it into the skin of the affected area.
Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages as these may increase the risk of side effects.
Do not apply to broken, diseased, infected, inflamed or irritated skin, or to open wounds.
Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
It may increase the risk of sunburn. Avoid exposing the treated area of skin to excessive sunlight.
Do not use it for longer than 14 days unless recommended by your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Phenylacetic acid Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (acetic acid)

Patient concerns

One of my teeth is sensitive. It some times pains

Dr. Abhijit Gambhir

Dental Surgery

sensitivity has many causative factors for relief of pain you can take pain killers it will give temporary relief

fever and 2 months pregnant can take combiflan

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

No take Crocin for pain relief

User feedback

What are you using Dolser Gel for?

Pain relief

100%

How much was the improvement?

Average

100%

What were the side-effects while using Dolser Gel?

No Side Effec*

100%

*No Side Effect

How do you take Dolser Gel?

With or witho*

100%

*With or without food

FAQs

Q. Does Dolser Gel work for back pain?

Dolser Gel is a safe and effective option for treating joint pain, especially in cases of arthritis. It can also be used to treat acute neck pain, back pain, tendonitis, and sprains and strains.

Q. Can I use Dolser Gel for osteoarthritis in the hip?

No, Dolser Gel is not recommended for hip pain. The hip joint is located deep in the body. It is unlikely for this medication to be absorbed deep enough under the skin to help with joint pain in the hip.

Q. How to use Dolser Gel?

Gently rub Dolser Gel into the skin using your hands. You should apply it 4 times a day for best results. You might get some relief quickly (within half an hour), but if often takes a few days of use for the full benefits. Only apply to clean, dry skin that does not have any cuts, open wounds, infections, or rashes. Consult your doctor in case of any doubts. Wash your hands after applying the gel and if your hands are the treatment side, wait for at least an hour before washing your hands. You should also keep the treated area out of direct sunlight or you might develop a skin reaction.

Q. How long should I use Dolser Gel?

Use this topical medicine for as long as prescribed by your doctor for maximum benefits.

Q. Can I use any other moisturizer or sunscreen after applying Dolser Gel?

Avoid using other topical products, such as lotions, and sunscreens, on the same area of skin where you apply Dolser Gel. These products might affect how your skin absorbs this medication.

Q. Can I use a heating pad or put a bandage on the area after applying Dolser Gel?

No, it is not advisable to use any heating pad or bandage on the area of application of this gel since it might increase the absorption of the medicine, causing unwanted effects.

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