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Patient Information Leaflet
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Please read this leaflet carefully before you start to use your Oruvail Gel as it contains important information.
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Oruvail Gel contains the medicine ketoprofen which has been used by doctors for more than 20 years. Ketoprofen belongs to a group of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents and it is a powerful pain killer which also reduces swelling.
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Application of Oruvail Gel to painful or injured areas stops the production of substances which tell the body it has been hurt, thereby giving relief of pain and swelling.
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What is in the pack ?
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Oruvail Gel contains 2 5% w/w ketoprofen in a colourless, non greasy, non staining gel base.
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Oruvail Gel also contains carbomer, triethanolamine, lavender oil, ethanol and water.
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What is Oruvail Gel for ?
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Oruvail Gel is for powerful relief of pain and swelling in muscular aches and pains including, sprains, strains, sports injuries and rheumatic pain.
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Precautions and Warnings before you use Oruvail Gel
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Do not use Oruvail Gel if:
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You are allergic to ibuprofen, ketoprofen, aspirin or other similar medicine.
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You suffer from asthma or allergic disease.
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You have eczema, sores or broken skin at the site of injury.
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If you have reacted badly to any of the ingredients of Oruvail Gel.
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Ask your doctor before using Oruvail Gel if:
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You have a kidney complaint.
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You are taking any other medicine trom your doctor.
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Pregnancy or Breast Feeding ?
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Oruvail Gel should not be used unless it has been prescribed for you by your doctor.
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Use in Children
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Oruvail Gel should not be used for children under 12 years of age.
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How to use Oruvail Gel
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Apply a thin layer of gel to the affected area three times a day for up to seven days. After the gel is applied it should be rubbed in well. Wash your hands after applying the gel (unless your hands are being treated).
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Do not exceed the stated dose.
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Do not continue the treatment for more than 7 days without consulting your doctor.
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The gel is for use only on your skin.
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You should not apply the gel on broken skin, such as cuts or grazes, or use it on infected skin such as a spot.
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Do not allow any of your gel to get near your mouth, nostrils, genital or anal areas. If you do, wash away the gel with plenty of clean water.
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After you have rubbed in the gel you should not cover your skin with bandages, sticking plasters or any other dressing. It does not matter if you cover the skin with clothes.
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Oruvail Gel is inflammable. You should not apply it near naked flames.
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You should see your doctor if the pain or swelling does not get better or if it gets worse.
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After Using Oruvail Gel
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After using Oruvail Gel you may notice a cooling and soothing effect. This is because of the ingredients in the product and is not a cause for concern.
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If your skin itches or a rash develops you should stop using the gel. The itching or rash should resolve after stopping use but if it does not you should see your doctor. If you notice any other effect you should see your doctor.
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If anyone swallows any of the gel contact your nearest hospital Casualty Department or your doctor.
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Storing your Oruvail Gel
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Keep your gel in a safe place where children cannot reach it.
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Always replace the cap on the tube as soon as you have used it.
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Store your gel at room temperature (25°C). You should not keep it in a fridge.
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Keep the gel away from naked flames.
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Do not use Oruvail Gel after the expiry date on the carton.
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Do not dispose of the tube by burning. Return any unwanted gel to your pharmacist.
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If you require further advice or information about Oruvail Gel or its use please contact your pharmacist or write to:
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In the U.K.
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Rhone-Poulenc Rorer Family Health Division RPR House St Leonards Road Eastbourne, East Sussex BN21 3YG <CB n=2>
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In Ireland
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Rh&ocirc;ne-Poulenc Rorer (Ireland) Ltd.
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Deansgrange Industrial Estate Blackrock Co. Dublin
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Product Licence and Authorisation Holder May &amp; Baker Ltd., Dagenham, Essex, RM10 7XS Manufactured by Natrapharm (Ireland) Ltd., Waterford, Ireland Product Licence and Authorisation NumbersPL 0012/0243PA 40/70/5 <FIGURE></FIGURE> Oruvail is a trademarkLeaflet last revised 8/93
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