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Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream is used to relieve neuropathic pain. It works by blocking the action of chemical messengers that cause pain and alters the way the nerves send pain messages to the brain. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as application site reactions like itching, irritation, redness, and burning sensation. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions. This medicine is for external use only.

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Femura Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Topical

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream

Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream is a specialised topical medication used to treat localised nerve pain, joint stiffness, and deep muscle discomfort. It is commonly prescribed to manage conditions like neuropathic pain, severe backaches, and localised arthritis. By targeting pain directly through the skin, it helps manage discomfort right where it hurts.

For the best results, you must apply this medication consistently at the exact frequency recommended by your doctor, usually several times a day. Always apply it to clean, dry skin, and avoid washing the treated area immediately after application. Incorporating gentle daily stretching and staying well-hydrated can also help improve your overall physical comfort and support the medication's effects.

Some people may experience mild, temporary skin reactions like redness, itching, or a warm, burning sensation at the application site. However, if you experience severe skin blistering, extreme burning, or signs of an allergic reaction like swelling or breathing difficulties, stop using it and consult your doctor immediately.

Talk to your doctor before starting this medicine if you have underlying health conditions such as severe kidney disease, a history of stomach ulcers, or asthma. Do not take this if you are allergic to aspirin, other NSAIDs, or any of the ingredients in this gel. It should never be applied to open wounds, cut skin, or infected areas.

Inform your doctor about other skin creams or oral pain medications you use, as they may interact with Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream and increase your risk of skin irritation or systemic side effects. Limit or avoid alcohol and smoking, as they can worsen blood flow and increase skin sensitivity. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or an older adult, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using this product to ensure it is safe for you.

Uses of Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream

Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream is used to treat localised nerve pain, joint stiffness, and deep muscle discomfort. The detailed uses of Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream are as follows:

  • Neuropathic Pain: It helps soothe burning, shooting, or tingling sensations caused by damaged or overactive nerves near the surface of the skin.
  • Joint and Arthritis Pain: It reduces swelling, tenderness, and stiffness in localised joints, helping to restore easier movement.
  • Muscle Strains and Spasms: It relaxes tight, aching muscles in the back, neck, or shoulders by delivering targeted cooling and warming relief.

Key Benefits

Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream provides targeted relief from pain and muscle discomfort by acting directly at the affected area. With local application, it helps reduce pain, relax muscles, and improve mobility without the stomach irritation commonly associated with oral pain medicines.

  • Targeted Pain Relief: By delivering the active ingredients directly to the painful area, this medicine provides effective pain relief while minimising exposure to the digestive system.
  • Relieves Muscle Tightness: This medicine helps soothe irritated nerves and relax tight muscle fibres, reducing discomfort and improving flexibility.
  • Improves Mobility and Daily Comfort: By easing pain and muscle stiffness, this medicine helps restore comfortable movement, making it easier to perform everyday activities and return to your normal routine.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
  • Clean and dry the affected area. Apply a pea-sized amount of Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream onto the affected area.
  • Wash your hands after using Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream unless your hands are the affected area.

How Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream Works

Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream works through a combination of active ingredients that target pain pathways from multiple angles. Capsaicin works by temporarily depleting a chemical messenger called Substance P, which sends pain signals from the skin nerves to the brain. This gradually reduces pain sensitivity in the treated area. Gabapentin is thought to help relieve nerve pain by modulating peripheral nerve activity, although its exact mechanism when applied topically is not fully understood. It may help reduce abnormal nerve signalling in the treated area, contributing to relief from burning, shooting, or tingling pain. Ketoprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that reduces the local production of chemical messengers called prostaglandins, helping to relieve pain, swelling, and inflammation at the application site. Although its effects are mainly local, small amounts may be absorbed into the bloodstream, so patients with kidney disease or NSAID sensitivity should use this medicine cautiously and follow their doctor's advice. Methyl salicylate acts as a counter-irritant (rubefacient), producing a warming sensation on the skin that helps distract from deeper muscle or joint pain.
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Alcohol

Caution

It is unknown whether alcohol interacts with Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream. Please consult a doctor for more information.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive before using Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Consult your doctor before using Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream; your doctor will decide whether Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream does not usually affect your ability to drive.

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Liver

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream in cases of liver impairment.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream in cases of kidney impairment.

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Children

Caution

Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream is not recommended for children as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

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Heart

Caution

Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream should be used with caution in patients with heart problems. Please inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing heart conditions before using it.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream should be used in elderly patients only when prescribed by a doctor. If you have any concerns about using Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream for geriatrics, please consult a doctor.

What if I have taken an overdose of Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream

If you accidentally apply too much gel, wipe off the excess with a clean tissue. If the medication is accidentally swallowed, or if you experience severe symptoms like extreme drowsiness, dizziness, or breathing trouble, seek immediate medical attention.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a balanced diet rich in anti-inflammatory foods, such as green leafy vegetables, berries, and healthy fats like olive oil, to support joint and muscle health.
  • Engage in low-impact physical activities like swimming, cycling, or walking to keep your joints flexible and your muscles strong without overstraining them.
  • Stay well-hydrated throughout the day, as water is essential for maintaining joint lubrication and preventing muscle cramps.
  • Practice proper posture and take frequent stretch breaks if your daily routine involves sitting or standing in one position for long periods.
  • Maintain a healthy weight to reduce unnecessary physical strain and pressure on your knees, hips, and lower back.
     
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream to start to work: Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream ideally shows its action within 30 minutes to 1 hour after administration. The time for which the effects of Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream last: The duration of action for Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream is clinically unknown.

Storage

•Store Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream at or below 25°C, away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture. •Keep the tube tightly closed when not in use.

What if you forget to take Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream

If you forget to apply a dose, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not apply a double amount of gel to make up for a missed application.

Drug Warnings

  • Always inspect the tube before your first use to ensure the protective seal is completely intact.
  • Do not apply hot water bottles, heating pads, or tight wraps over the treated area, as this can cause dangerous levels of the medication to absorb into your body.
  • Avoid taking a hot shower, bath, or using a sauna immediately before or after applying the gel, as warm skin pores can severely intensify the burning sensation.
  • If you are applying this gel to someone else, wear protective gloves to prevent transferring the medication to your own skin.
  • Keep the gel away from your eyes, nose, and mouth; if accidental contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with plenty of cool water.
  • An initial increase in burning or stinging is common during the first few applications and is generally expected. This sensation usually becomes less noticeable with continued, regular use. If the burning is severe or persistent, stop using the medicine and contact your doctor.
  • This formulation contains topical gabapentin, which is used in certain specialised or compounded topical pain formulations. The evidence supporting topical gabapentin is more limited than for oral gabapentin, and it should only be used exactly as prescribed by your doctor for your specific condition.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Oral NSAIDs (like ibuprofen, naproxen, or diclofenac): Combined use may increase your risk of stomach irritation or other systemic side effects.
  • Other topical medications: Do not apply other skin creams, lotions, or rubs to the same area at the same time, as they may interfere with how the medication is absorbed.
No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

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Drug-Food Interactions

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No clinically significant food interactions are known with Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream when used as directed.

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANALGESICS]

FAQs

Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream contains Capsaicin, Gabapentin, Ketoprofen, and Methyl salicylate. It works by blocking the pain signals to the brain and inhibiting chemical substances that cause pain and swelling.
You are recommended to take a shower, bath or wash the treated area of skin after 1 hour of applying Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream for effective results.
Avoid or limit exposure to natural or artificial sunlight as Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream may cause ultraviolet light-induced skin tumours.
You are not recommended to apply Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream on wounds, cuts, burn, rashes, infected areas, or peeling skin. However, please consult a doctor before using Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream.
Yes. Because Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream contains capsaicin, it commonly causes a mild to moderate warming or burning sensation at the application site. This is usually temporary and improves after a short time. If the burning is severe, persistent, or is accompanied by significant redness, gently wash the area with cool water and mild soap and contact your doctor for further advice.
No, you should not cover the treated area with tight bandages, wraps, or heating pads. Doing so can increase skin absorption to unsafe levels and cause severe burning. Talk to your doctor if you have questions about dressing the area.
You should proceed with caution if you have sensitive skin. It is highly recommended to apply a very small amount to a tiny test area first to check for severe irritation before applying it to a larger area. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for personalised advice.
Flush your eyes immediately with large amounts of cool, clean water for several minutes. Do not rub your eyes. If redness, pain, or vision changes persist, seek medical attention right away.
You should avoid applying any other creams, sunscreens, or cosmetics to the treated area, as they can interfere with how the medication is absorbed. Allow Femgesic Plus 30Gm Cream to dry completely, and consult your doctor before mixing skin products.
This medicine should only be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding if specifically advised by your doctor. Some of the active ingredients can be absorbed through the skin and may not be suitable for your baby. Talk to your doctor to weigh the risks and benefits.
While it is a topical gel with low absorption, alcohol can sometimes increase skin sensitivity and worsen certain systemic side effects. It is best to limit alcohol intake while using pain medications. Talk to your doctor about your alcohol use.

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Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

#77/2. 1st floor, DR. DVG ROAD GANDHIBAZAR : BASAVANAGUDI, BENGALURU – 560 004
Other Info - FEM0301
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