Fenistil gel in detail
The total dose should not be exceeded without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.Method of use?
Apply the medicine to the affected skin area(s). Massage the medicine in gently afterwards. Avoid accidental contact with mucous membranes, eyes and injured, inflamed or open areas of skin.Duration of use?
The duration of use depends on the nature of the symptoms and/or the course of the disease. Do not use the gel for longer than 7 days without consulting your doctor.Overdose?
If the medicine is used as described, no overdose symptoms are known. If large quantities are accidentally swallowed, consult a doctor immediately. Among other things, headaches, ringing in the ears, dizziness, nausea and vomiting may occur.In general: Pay particular attention to conscientious dosing, especially in infants, small children and the elderly. If in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist about any effects or precautions.
A dosage prescribed by a doctor may differ from the information on the package leaflet. As the doctor will adjust it individually, you should therefore use the medicine according to his instructions.
Storage
The medicine must not be used for more than 6 months after opening/preparation!The medicinal product must be stored at room temperature after opening/preparation!
What speaks against use?
- Hypersensitivity to the ingredientsWhich age group should be considered?
- Newborns in the first 4 weeks of life: The medicine should be used with particular caution.
What about pregnancy and breastfeeding?
- Pregnancy: Consult your doctor. Various considerations play a role in whether and how the medicine can be used during pregnancy.
- Lactation: The medicine should not be applied to the breast.
If you have been prescribed the medicine despite a contraindication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. The therapeutic benefit may be greater than the risk associated with use in the case of a contraindication.
What adverse effects may occur?
- Drying of the skin- Burning sensation on the skin
If you notice any discomfort or change during treatment, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
The information provided here is based primarily on adverse reactions that occur in at least one in 1,000 patients treated.
What adverse effects may occur?
What should you be aware of?
- Parabens (preservatives e.g. E 214 - E 219) can cause hypersensitivity reactions, even with a time delay.- Solvents (e.g. propylene glycol, E 477) can cause skin irritation.
How does the active ingredient of the medicine work?
The active ingredient helps with allergies, soothes itching and has a pain-relieving effect. It suppresses the effect of the body's own substance histamine. Histamine is a type of messenger substance that plays an important role in the development of inflammation and allergic reactions. By blocking this messenger substance, the allergic reaction process is interrupted.Application
- Itchy skin conditions, such as:- Allergic skin disease
- Eczema- Hives
- Insect bites
- Sunburn
- Burns, mild
Dosage
- A sufficient amount1-3 times a day- Children, adolescents and adults
- When symptoms occur
Advantages
- Do not exceed the total dose
- Apply the medicine to the affected skin area
- Duration of use max. 7 days
Ingredients
| 1 g gel contains: | |
| dimetindene maleate | 1 mg |
| (equivalent to) Dimetindene | 0,716 mg |
| Propylene glycol (HST) | 150 mg |
| Carbomer 980 (HST) | + |
| Sodium hydroxide for pH-value adjustment (HST) | + |
| Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate (HST) | + |
| Water, purified (HST) | + |