Gabafen Ointment
Salt Composition
Capsaicin (0.025% w/w) + Diclofenac (4% w/w) + Gabapentin (5% w/w) + Methyl Salicylate (5% w/w)
Key Information
Short Description
Gabafen Ointment is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of neuropathic pain.
Dosage Form
Ointment
Introduction
Gabafen Ointment is for external use only. You should use this in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Clean and dry the affected area before applying this medicine to the skin. You should always wash your hands after applying it unless hands are the affected area. There are no major side effects associated with this medicine but it can cause some application site burning or irritation. However, these side effects are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.
Directions for Use
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 gently massage the ointment.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Application site burning or irritation
How it works
Gabafen Ointment is a combination of four medicines: Capsaicin, Diclofenac, Gabapentin, and Methyl Salicylate. Capsaicin is a plant derivative which activates certain receptors to cause prolonged desensitization of the local pain nerves. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Gabapentin is an alpha 2 delta ligand which decreases pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells. Methyl Salicylate is used as topical analgesic (pain reliever). It works by first cooling the skin then warming it up. This cooling and warming up action interferes with the pain signal transmission through nerves. Together, they relieve neuropathic pain (pain from damaged nerves).
Quick Tips
Gabafen Ointment is used to treat certain types of long-lasting pain caused by damage to nerves. Wash your hands before and after applying Gabafen Ointment to the affected area. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other pain-relieving medicines. Along with taking Gabafen Ointment, your doctor might advise you to undergo physiotherapy to get relief from pain.
