DITEL 23.2 mg/g diclofenac gel, 100 g

Ditel contains the active substance diclofenac, which belongs to a group of medicines called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Adults and adolescents aged 14 years and older For local pain relief in acute sprains or bruises after blunt trauma. Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. If you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist. Adults and adolescents over 14 years of age Ditel should be used twice a day (preferably in the morning and in the evening). Depending on the size of the affected area, use an amount ranging from cherry to walnut size, corresponding to 1-4 g of gel. The maximum daily dose is 8 g of gel. Elderly patients No dose adjustment is necessary. If you are elderly, pay special attention to side effects and consult your doctor or pharmacist if necessary. Patients with impaired kidney or liver function No dose adjustment is necessary. Use in children and adolescents (under 14 years of age) Ditel must not be used in children and adolescents under 14 years of age (see section 2, "Ditel is contraindicated"). Method of administration Ditel is for external use only. Apply a thin layer of gel to the affected areas and rub gently into the skin. Do not rub vigorously. Then wipe your hands with a paper towel and wash them, unless it is the area to be treated. Dispose of the paper towel with household waste. If a bandage is applied (see section 2, "Warnings and precautions"), allow the gel to dry on the skin for a few minutes before applying the bandage. Similarly, if you are taking a shower or bath, wait until the gel has dried on the skin. Duration of use The duration of use depends on the symptoms and the underlying disease. Ditel should not be used for more than 7 days without consulting a doctor. If symptoms do not improve or worsen within 3-5 days, consult a doctor.