Dupox Gel is a pain relieving medicine. It is applied topically to treat moderate to severe pain. It helps relieve pain and swelling or various joints and muscles.

It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Uses of Dupox Gel

Pain relief

Benefits of Dupox Gel

In Pain relief

Dupox Gel is used for short-term relief of pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis or even after a dental (tooth-related) surgery.
Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Side effects of Dupox Gel

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Dupox

No common side effects seen
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Nausea
Headache
Dizziness

How to use Dupox Gel

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 apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dupox Gel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Dupox Gel is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
The baby's skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of Dupox Gel via licking.

Driving

No interaction found/established

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Dupox Gel helps relieve pain and swelling of various joints and muscles.
Rub it gently over the affected area, until it is absorbed.
Do not apply to broken, diseased, infected or irritated skin, or to open wounds.
Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages, as these may increase the risk of side effects.
Avoid contact with your eyes, nose or mouth. Rinse it off with water if you accidentally get the gel in these areas.
Stop using Dupox Gel and immediately inform your doctor if you notice skin rashes, sores, blisters or ulcers in the mouth, nose, throat or genitals.
Do not use it for longer than four weeks without talking to to your doctor first.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Enolic acid Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (enolic acids)

Patient concerns

One of my teeth is sensitive. It some times pains

Dr. Abhijit Gambhir

Dental Surgery

sensitivity has many causative factors for relief of pain you can take pain killers it will give temporary relief

fever and 2 months pregnant can take combiflan

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

No take Crocin for pain relief

FAQs

Can Dupox Gel be used in the treatment of chikungunya?

Usually, the platelet count does not dip in cases of chikungunya and painkillers like piroxicam can lead to the risk of increased bleeding tendency. So refrain from taking Dupox Gel or any painkiller in the case of any fever with joint pain. Consult your doctor before starting Dupox Gel.

Can Dupox Gel be used along with dexamethasone?

No. Dupox Gel should not be used with dexamethasone. They both increase each other's toxicity. There is an increased risk of GI ulceration.

Is Dupox Gel a NSAID?

Yes. Dupox Gel is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Is Dupox Gel a sulfa drug?

Dupox Gel is a sulphur containing compound. Dupox Gel can cause serious adverse events in sensitive individuals. It can cause severe skin reactions like Steven Johnson Syndrome. Do inform your doctor if you have any kind of allergies.

Is Dupox Gel a blood thinner?

No. Dupox Gel is not a blood thinner. It is a pain killer. It should be avoided in a patient with a bleeding disorder.

Can Dupox Gel be used in the treatment of allergy?

No. Dupox Gel is not a drug to treat allergy. It is a pain killer.

Can you donate blood when on the medication with Dupox Gel?

Yes. You can donate blood when on Dupox Gel. Do inform your doctor before donating blood.

Can I use Dupox Gel if I have a deranged renal function?

No. Dupox Gel should not be taken if you have a abnormal renal function because long-term administration of NSAIDs has resulted in renal papillary necrosis and another renal injury.

Can I use Dupox Gel if I am pregnant?

No. Dupox Gel should not be taken in pregnancy. It causes premature closure of the ductus arteriosus which can lead to fetal heart failure and death of the baby.

Can I use Dupox Gel if I have peptic ulcer disease?

No. Dupox Gel is contraindicated in cases of active peptic ulcer disease. Dupox Gel is known to cause gastric ulceration and bleeding.

Can Dupox Gel be used with warfarin?

No. Dupox Gel should be avoided with warfarin as they both lead to increase in bleeding tendencies. Inform your doctor if you are taking any of the medications. If given together then the therapy should be monitored closely.

Who should not take Dupox Gel?

Dupox Gel should not be taken by patients who had an asthma attack, hives, or other allergic reaction with aspirin or any other NSAID medicine. It should not be given for treating pain right before or after heart bypass surgery as well.

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