"Bystrumgel" is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug in the form of an almost transparent gel with a characteristic odor. The drug is intended for external use and has a complex effect on inflammatory or traumatic injuries of the joints, various muscle groups, tendons, sprains and ruptures of ligaments, dislocations and other diseases of the musculoskeletal system. Of the large number of drugs for the treatment of such pathologies, Bystrumgel is most often used. Its analogues may be cheaper or more expensive, but the effect is almost the same.
Product properties
The use of the gel is very effective for pain in the joints and muscles of any etiology. Bystrumgel owes its healing properties to ketoprofen as the main active ingredient of the drug. It has the following effect:
- reduces inflammation;
- relieves pain;
- removes puffiness;
- normalizes blood vessels and strengthens their walls;
- eliminates joint stiffness, increases their mobility.
It is thanks toproperties of ketoprofen, which allows you to quickly relieve pain, "Bystrumgel" is often used. Analogues of this drug are also recognized and widely used. Some of them are as popular as the drug itself.
"Quick gel": instructions for use
Analogues of this drug have similar properties, but not all have the same consistency. It is precisely due to the fact that Bystrumgel is produced in the form of a gel, it is easy to apply and it is absorbed faster. The drug is applied externally, by applying and evenly rubbing it into the skin in places of pain concentration until completely absorbed.
To increase the effectiveness of the treatment, a warming bandage can be applied on top. The use of the drug should be limited to two applications during the day, the duration of use should not exceed two weeks.
Contraindications and side effects
It is forbidden to apply on damaged skin, areas covered with a rash, the drug "Bystrumgel". Its analogues, like all drugs based on ketoprofen, are not used to treat children and during pregnancy. Bystrumgel does not have any particular side effects, but with excessive use of the drug, skin allergies may occur. There may also be a burning sensation, redness, rash or swelling.
"Quickgel": analogues
Due to good medical performance, a small listcontraindications for use and rare manifestations of side effects, this drug is very popular. Both the gel itself and its analogues are intended for the treatment of the same diseases and may well replace each other if necessary. However, it is better to consult with your doctor. In total, there are about 150 analogues of the drug, but the most common of them are Artrosilen, Ketoprofen, Fastum Gel, Flexen Gel, Valusal, Ketonal. Unites "Bystrumgel" and its analogues the presence of the active substance - ketoprofen.
The best analogues of the drug
When choosing a drug, it is necessary to focus on the characteristics of the body, the severity of the disease. And of course, you should not choose an analogue without consulting a doctor.
- "Ketoprofen" - an analogue of "Bystrumgel" is cheap and almost as effective in treatment. The content of the active substance in both preparations is exactly the same. "Ketoprfen" is slightly cheaper than the original, but the price difference between them is negligible.
- "Flexen" is available both in the form of a gel and in the form of capsules for internal use. It has a fairly low price. The disadvantages of Flexen include a greater number of contraindications, especially from the gastrointestinal tract, and a weaker therapeutic effect.
- "Fastum gel" is an analogue of the "Bystrumgel" ointment. It has been widely used as a remedypain syndromes and inflammation in articular diseases. The disadvantages of "Fastum Gel" include a rather high price and the fact that it helps only with moderate pain.
- "Artrosilene" is also popular. Among its advantages is a quick therapeutic effect. The disadvantages of "Artrosilene" include a rather high price and the absence of a long-term effect when using it.
- "Valusal". This analogue of "Bystrumgel" is also popular among both doctors and patients. The drug has good analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic properties. Among the advantages of "Valusal" can be attributed to its very good decongestant effect and a fairly low price. The disadvantages of using "Valusal" are the short-term effect of its use and a number of contraindications.
What kind of drug to choose if for some reason it is not possible to use "Quickgel"? Its analogues have their advantages and disadvantages. The decision to use the original drug or its substitutes in treatment should be made in each case individually, based on the characteristics of the organism, one's own preferences in choosing drugs and financial situation. And of course, in any case, a doctor's advice is needed.
