Powergesic 100mg Transdermal Patch is a pain relieving medicine. It is used to treat pain, swelling, stiffness and joint pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and acute musculoskeletal injuries. It is commonly used in back pain, shoulder pain, neck pain, sprains and spasms.
Your doctor will explain how to use Powergesic 100mg Transdermal Patch. Follow the instructions carefully to get the most benefit. The dose and duration will depend on what you are using it for and how well it helps your symptoms. Use it regularly and do not discontinue using it until the doctor tells you to stop using it.
The most common side effect of this medicine is application site reactions such as burning, irritation, itching, and redness. You may have these side effects more often when you start your treatment or when your dose is increased. Usually, the side effects will slowly go away as your body gets used to it. If they are severe or do not go away, you should remove your patch and contact your doctor.
Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any other illnesses or disorders. It may also affect, or be affected by some other medicines you are using. Let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking or using to make sure it is safe for you. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.
Powergesic 100mg Transdermal Patch 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 Powergesic Transdermal Patch
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 youβre worried about them
Common side effects of Powergesic
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Edema (swelling)
Nausea
Headache
Dizziness
Vomiting
Flatulence
How to use Powergesic Transdermal Patch
Use this medicine in dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Make sure the skin is clean and dry. Remove the protective liner of the patch. Do not touch the sticky side. With sticky side down, place the patch evenly onto the skin.
How Powergesic Transdermal Patch works
Powergesic 100mg Transdermal Patch belongs to a class of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Powergesic 100mg Transdermal Patch may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Powergesic 100mg Transdermal Patch 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
CAUTION
Powergesic 100mg Transdermal Patch should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Powergesic 100mg Transdermal Patch may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Powergesic 100mg Transdermal Patch should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Powergesic 100mg Transdermal Patch may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended in patients with liver disease if this medicine is to be taken for a long time.
What if you forget to take Powergesic Transdermal Patch?
If you miss a dose of Powergesic 100mg Transdermal Patch, use 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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Country of origin: India Expires on or after: July, 2027
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