"Finalgon" is a combination drug that is applied externally. The drug has a locally irritating, warming and analgesic effect. It is not able to have any systemic effects, but at the same time, it quickly relieves pain in the problem area. Basically, this drug is used to increase blood flow and relieve pain in the inflamed area.
Form and composition
"Finalgon" is produced in the form of a homogeneous ointment, which does not contain any inclusions or flakes. Color slightly brown, transparent. Ointment "Finalgon" is contained in tubes of 50 or 20 grams. The package includes a special applicator, with which the ointment is rubbed into the skin with a thin layer. The applicator not only creates comfortable conditions for applying the ointment to the body, but also protects the hands from getting gel on them, as it tends not to be washed off for a long time.
The active ingredients of the gel are nonivamide and nicoboxyl. They act in the same direction, mutually exerting a reinforcing effect. Also, the composition of this product includes additional substances, such as sorbic acid, petroleum jelly, silicon dioxide, citronella oil.
Pharmacological action
The active ingredients contribute to a strong expansion of blood vessels, and also increase blood circulation. "Finalgon" (gel) has an anti-inflammatory effect, and also helps to relieve pain. It is believed that the effect is achieved if redness has formed at the site of application of the gel and a feeling of warmth has appeared. The effect of the drug can be observed literally immediately after application. It should be borne in mind that the drug has no effect beyond the zone where the "Finalgon" ointment was applied.
Using the drug
The drug is used in the symptomatic treatment of injuries, injuries and pathologies, which are accompanied by severe pain. This drug is used for diseases such as myalgia, arthritis, lumbago, arthralgia, neuritis, sciatica, neuralgia, sciatica, bursitis, tendovaginitis. Also "Finalgon" helps with injuries, bruises and sprains. The ointment can be used for muscle pain, after intense physical exertion. Athletes, also using this drug, conduct an urgent warm-up of the muscles before participating in sports competitions. In addition, doctors often prescribe this drug for various circulatory pathologies. It should be noted that not every analogue of "Finalgon" is able to cope with such an extensive list of diseases.
Some patients use Finalgon to treat prostatitis. Such actions are a huge mistake. At best, thisthe treatment will simply be ineffective, at worst it will harm the body, since warming up the prostate gland only aggravates the disease.
Contraindications
First of all, the drug is contraindicated in children under the age of 12 years. Also, the drug should not be used by patients prone to allergies, and people who have very sensitive skin.
You can not use Finalgon ointment during pregnancy and lactation. The drug is not applied to open wounds, to areas with thin skin, as well as to areas of the body with skin inflammation. In addition, it is undesirable to apply "Finalgon" on the inner thighs, on the lower abdomen and on the neck due to the very delicate skin in these areas. If it is necessary to apply the drug, it must be done with extreme care.
How to use
Before using the drug, you should definitely test this product to avoid allergic reactions. To do this, apply a small amount of gel to a small area of skin and observe the reaction of the skin. You can use "Finalgon" in the future if no negative manifestations have been found. Apply the gel using the applicator. If the ointment remains on the hands, you should wash your hands well with soap and water so that you do not touch your eyes with your hands in the future. In the near future after applying the gel to the skin area, you should not take a shower. Often patients are concerned about the question of how to wash "Finalgon" off the body. If the ointment is notwashed off completely with water and soap, it can be wiped off with vegetable oil or any greasy cream, using a cotton sponge.
Squeeze out a little ointment from the tube (no more than 0.5 cm) and apply to the affected area of the skin. Apply the drug with gentle rubbing movements, and then cover the skin with a woolen cloth.
To pre-warm up the muscles of the body before sports or physical exercise, you need to rub the ointment half an hour before they start. If the ointment is used frequently, the reaction to it will decrease, which entails an increase in the dose. The dose is selected by a specialist individually.
You need to use "Finalgon" about 2-3 times a day. It is forbidden to use the drug for more than two weeks without consulting a doctor.
Side effect
Using "Finalgon" may cause a side effect. They may be vesicles and pustules, urticaria, rash, itching, contact dermatitis. Facial swelling, paresthesia, cough and shortness of breath can be observed much less frequently. The most common side effect occurs in the form of intense heat in the area on which the drug was applied, in which case you can get a burn from Finalgon. If any side effects appear, the ointment must be washed off. Burns must be lubricated with alcohol. To avoid such unpleasant moments, you should apply the ointment strictly according to the instructions and monitor the skin's reaction to this drug.
Specialinstructions
It is necessary to carefully apply the drug on the body, avoiding contact with the eyes and other areas of the skin, such as the mucous membrane of the mouth or nose. This can cause a harmless but intense burning sensation. Patients with sensitive skin should not take hot showers before and after using Finalgon.
"Finalgon": price
This drug is produced by one company. Therefore, the difference in price depends on the mark-up of a particular network, on transport costs and logistics processes. This suggests that there is no difference between the cheaper and more expensive drug "Finalgon". But you should not believe too low a price, as this may be a fake medicine, which can not only be of no benefit, but also be harmful. Therefore, for a good effect, you need to look for the original drug "Finalgon", the price of which ranges from 180 to 310 rubles per 20-gram tube.
Drug storage
"Finalgon" must be stored in a place inaccessible to light, where the temperature does not rise above 24 degrees. The drug should not be available to the child. Do not use the ointment after the expiration date, this may lead to increased side effects. The shelf life of this drug is 48 months.
Analogues of the drug
It can be said that "Viprosal" is the most famous analogue of "Finalgon". This drug is also used to relieve inflammation and pain. But the composition"Viprosala" is different from the composition of "Finalgon". Its ingredients are camphor, salicylic acid, snake (viper) venom, gum turpentine and various excipients.
Pharmacological actions of this drug completely repeat the actions of "Finalgon". "Viprosal" also has an irritating and analgesic effect, and also helps to stimulate blood circulation. In this case, the analgesic effect is provided by camphor and snake venom, while salicylic acid and turpentine perform an antiseptic effect.
Ointment is available in tubes of 50 and 30 grams. The price of "Viprosal" ranges from 150 to 250 rubles per 30 g, which is almost 40% cheaper than "Finalgon". That is, for the price, the Viprosal ointment still wins.
The use of the ointment is recommended for arthritis, as well as for severe back pain, which has a paroxysmal character. Also, many patients use this ointment to treat sciatica, sciatica, neuralgia and myalgia.
One of the most inexpensive substitutes for "Finalgon" is the ointment "Boromenthol". This drug also has an analgesic effect, in addition, this drug has an antipruritic, antiseptic and wound healing effect. Boromenthol is also used for ENT and dermatological diseases. This analogue of "Finalgon" also has an irritating effect on nerve endings due to menthol, which is part ofdrug. Also, its components are petroleum jelly and boric acid, which has an antimicrobial and antifungal effect. It should be borne in mind that this drug can temporarily relieve muscle or joint pain without having a warming effect. Ointment "Boromenthol" is much cheaper than "Finalgon", but at the same time, it cannot cure many diseases, you can only temporarily remove the pain syndrome. The cost of the ointment is from 25 to 40 rubles per 25 grams.
In fact, "Finalgon" has a large number of analogues. These include Vipralgon, Alvipsal, Viprapin, Camphor, Kolkhuri, Gevkamen, Kapsikam, Salvisar, Nayatoks, Espol, Traumeel S, Eftimetacin”, “Nizhvisal”, “Ungapiven”. All these drugs have an analgesic effect and treat the same diseases, but in some cases it is Finalgon that can help, and not its analogue, since the active ingredients of all these drugs are quite different.
Reviews about the drug
Mostly, the reviews about "Finalgon" are positive. This tool really very quickly soothes muscle pain and has a wonderful warming effect. But many patients mention the disadvantages of this drug, since it must be used very carefully to avoid chemical burns. But if you follow all the rules for applying the ointment to the skin, the drug only helps, without leaving behind any consequences. Many consider the price of the drug to be a disadvantage, to which some people write that it is better to choose a good analogue"Finalgona", and then there will be no problems with the cost. But this option is not always suitable, since "Finalgon" is able to provide long-term treatment of diseases and even some pathologies, which analogues are not capable of. But it should be remembered that long-term use of the drug is possible only on the recommendation of a doctor.
