Arnigel
Arnigel: instructions for use and reviews
- 1. Release form and composition
- 2. Pharmacological properties
- 3. Indications for use
- 4. Contraindications
- 5. Method of application and dosage
- 6. Side effects
- 7. Overdose
- 8. Special instructions
- 9. Application during pregnancy and lactation
- 10. Use in childhood
- 11. Drug interactions
- 12. Analogs
- 13. Terms and conditions of storage
- 14. Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
- 15. Reviews
- 16. Price in pharmacies
Latin name: Arnigel
ATX code: V03AX
Active ingredient: mountain arnica (arnica montana)
Manufacturer: BOIRON (France)
Description and photo update: 2018-01-02
Prices in pharmacies: from 329 rubles.
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Arnigel is a homeopathic remedy for external use.
Release form and composition
Dosage form - homeopathic gel for external use: a transparent mass with a faint odor, a homogeneous structure, from yellow-orange to yellow color (45 g each in an aluminum tube, in a cardboard box 1 tube).
The active ingredient is arnica montana (Arnica montana MT), in 10 g of gel - 0.7 g.
Excipients: ethanol 96%, sodium hydroxide 10% solution, purified water, carbomer.
Pharmacological properties
Pharmacodynamics
One-component homeopathic preparation, the action of which is due to its component. The active ingredient is arnica montana (mountain arnica). Due to the fact that this organic compound is produced on the basis of fresh plants that undergo minimal preliminary processing and preserve all their medicinal properties in their original form, the anti-edematous, anti-inflammatory, bactericidal and healing effect of the drug on the body is provided.
Pharmacokinetics
At the moment, information on the pharmacokinetics of Arnigel is not provided by the manufacturer.
Indications for use
- muscle pain after significant physical exertion;
- hematoma;
- injury.
Contraindications
- application to areas with impaired skin integrity;
- weeping dermatitis;
- application to mucous membranes;
- age up to 1 year;
- individual hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.
Instructions for use of Arnigel: method and dosage
The gel is intended for external use.
Recommended dosage regimen: 1-2 times a day, a thin layer of the drug is evenly distributed over the painful area of the skin of the body and rub in with light massaging movements until completely absorbed. The duration of treatment is 5-7 days.
Side effects
According to the instructions, Arnigel is well tolerated by patients.
The presence of ethyl alcohol (ethanol) in the composition can cause dryness and irritation of the skin at the site of application.
In case of individual intolerance to the drug, allergic reactions may develop.
Overdose
There are currently no reports of drug overdose cases.
special instructions
If any undesirable effects occur, it is recommended to consult a doctor.
Do not cover gel-treated areas of the body with sealed bandages.
The drug does not affect the patient's ability to drive vehicles and mechanisms.
Application during pregnancy and lactation
During pregnancy, Arnigel is not used (due to the lack of clinical data).
The use of the drug during lactation is allowed if the intended benefits of treatment for the mother outweigh the potential risks to the child, however, a doctor's consultation is required.
Pediatric use
Perhaps the appointment of Arnigel to children over 1 year old.
Drug interactions
No clinically significant interaction of the gel with other drugs has been established.
Analogs
There is no information about Arnigel's analogues.
Terms and conditions of storage
Store at 15-25 ° C. Keep out of the reach of children.
The shelf life is 3 years.
Terms of dispensing from pharmacies
Available without a prescription.
Reviews about Arnigel
Reviews about Arnigel are not too numerous, but they are predominantly positive. When used correctly, the drug guarantees quick elimination of puffiness, disappearance of hematomas and effective healing of skin lesions. Parents speak well of Arnigel, mentioning that he is excellent at treating abrasions and bruises in children. Also, there are practically no side reactions during therapy, which is confirmed by the opinion of specialists. However, there are also negative reviews about the drug, which mention the uselessness of treatment with this remedy.
Price for Arnigel in pharmacies
The approximate price for Arnigel in pharmacies is 250‒374 rubles per 45 g tube.
Arnigel: prices in online pharmacies
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Arnigel gel for external use homeopathic 45 g 1 pc. 329 r Buy |
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Arnigel gel for external use homeopathic 120 g 1 pc. 329 r Buy |
Anna Kozlova Medical journalist About the author
Education: Rostov State Medical University, specialty "General Medicine".
Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!
