Dfo 4X Gel 
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USED FOR:
Rheumatic pain
Pain relief
Throat irritation
COMPOSITION:
Diclofenac Topical (1% w/w)
Linseed Oil (3% w/w)
Menthol (5% w/w)
Methyl Salicylate (10% w/w)
Therapeutic Uses:
pain analgesics
No interaction found
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Dfo 4X Gel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
No information is available on the use of Dfo 4X Gel during lactation. Please consult your doctor.
It is not known whether Dfo 4X Gel alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Dfo 4X Gel is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dfo 4X Gel may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Dfo 4X Gel is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dfo 4X Gel may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Uses of Diclofenac Topical
Diclofenac Topical is used in rheumatic pain, muscle pain, arthralgia and musculo-skeletal pain.
How to use Diclofenac Topical
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Apply it on the affected area and allow it to stay before spitting or rinsing.
How Dfo 4X Gel works
Diclofenac Topical is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of prostaglandin, that causes allergy symptoms and inflammation (swelling and redness).
Expert advice for Diclofenac Topical
Inform your doctor if you have diabetes, angina, blood clots, and high blood pressure, raised cholesterol or raised triglycerides, liver disorder of the red blood pigment (porphyria).
Tell your doctor if you had or need to have surgery.
Avoid direct contact of gel/ lotion with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water immediately and seek immediate medical attention.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.Â
Do not use if you are allergic to diclofenac or any of its ingredients.
Do not use if you previously had allergic reaction (asthma, hives or a cold) due to aspirin or other pain killers.
Q. Is diclofenac topical a blood thinner / controlled substance?
Diclofenac is a pain relieving medication and it does not significantly affect the function of platelets in blood; hence it is not a blood thinner. It is not a controlled substance as it does not have the potential for abuse or addiction.
Uses of Linseed Oil
Linseed Oil is used in the treatment of pain relief.
How to use Linseed Oil
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Apply it on the affected area and allow it to stay before spitting or rinsing.
How Dfo 4X Gel works
Not known.
Common Shortness of breath, Lip swelling, Throat tightness.
Uses of Menthol
Menthol is used in the treatment of throat irritation.
How to use Menthol
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Apply it on the affected area and allow it to stay before spitting or rinsing.
How Dfo 4X Gel works
Menthol works by producing a mild anesthetic action causing numbness and a cooling sensation in the area of application.
Common No adverse reaction found.
Uses of Methyl Salicylate
Methyl Salicylate is used in muscle pain and rheumatic pain.
How to use Methyl Salicylate
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Apply it on the affected area and allow it to stay before spitting or rinsing.
How Dfo 4X Gel works
Methyl Salicylate is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of prostaglandin, that causes allergy symptoms and inflammation (swelling and redness).
Expert advice for Methyl Salicylate
It should not be taken by patients who are allergic to methyl salicylate or any of the ingredients of the topical cream/gel/lotion/ointment/spray.
Do not apply methyl salicylate to open wounds, or sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, or otherwise irritated skin.
Wash your hands with soap and water immediately after applying methyl salicylate. If you have applied the medicine to your hands or fingers to treat pain in those areas, wait at least 30 minutes before washing your hands.
Do not apply on eyes, mouth, nose, genitals or rectum, and avoid touching these areas after applying medication to affected area and before washing your hands.
Do not cover treated skin with a bandage or heating pad, which can increase the burning sensation. You may cover the skin with clothing.
Do not apply this immediately after shaving or bathing.
Avoid getting this medication on dentures, contact lenses or any other thing that comes in contact with sensitive parts of the body.
Consult your doctor if your pain does not improve after using this medication for 7 days, or if your symptoms get worse or get better and then come back in a few days.
Q. Is methyl salicylate the same as aspirin or menthol?
Methyl salicylate is not the same as aspirin or menthol. Methyl salicylate belongs to the same class of medication like aspirin i.e. analgesics or painkiller
Q. How does Methyl Salicylate work?
Methyl Salicylate relieves pain by inhibiting formation of pain causing chemicals in the body
Q. Does it work as a blood thinner or kill bacteria?
It is not a blood thinner and does not kill bacteria
Q. Is Methyl Salicylate an active ingredient?
Methyl Salicylate is one of the active ingredients of some pain relief topical cream/ gel/ lotion/ ointment/ spray
Q. Is Methyl Salicylate safe?
Methyl Salicylate is safe when used for an indication and at a dose instructed by doctor. It has local side-effects like cold or burning sensation at the site of application.
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