Description:
Fastum Gel is a topical anti-inflammatory and analgesic medication containing ketoprofen, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It is used for the symptomatic relief of pain and inflammation associated with musculoskeletal conditions such as soft tissue injuries, including sports injuries, sprains, strains, musculo-tendonitis, swelling, backache, and rheumatic pain.

Prescription:
Over-the-counter (OTC) 

Dosage:

• Adults and Children over 12 years:
  • Apply a 5–10 cm (2–4 inches) length of gel to the affected area two or three times daily.
  • Gently massage the gel into the skin.
  • Do not exceed the recommended dose.
• Children under 12 years:
  • Not recommended, as safety in children has not been established.
    

Therapeutic Category:

• Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID)
• Topical analgesic

Active Ingredients/Composition:

• Ketoprofen 2.5% w/w
• Other ingredients: carbomer, ethanol, neroli fragrance, lavandin fragrance, triethanolamine, purified water. 

Variant:

• Available in 20g, 30g, 50g, and 100g tubes.
  

Consume Type:

• Topical gel for external use only.

Directions/Usage:

1. Clean and dry the affected area before application.
2. Apply a thin layer of Fastum Gel to the affected area.
3. Gently massage the gel into the skin until fully absorbed.
4. Wash your hands immediately after application, unless treating the hands.
5. Do not apply to broken or infected skin, near the eyes, mouth, nostrils, or genital regions.
6. Avoid exposure of the treated area to direct sunlight or sunbeds during treatment and for two weeks after discontinuation to prevent photosensitivity reactions.
   

Common Side Effects:

• Local skin reactions: redness, itching, rash.
• Photosensitivity reactions: increased sensitivity to sunlight.
• Allergic skin reactions: contact dermatitis.
• Systemic side effects are rare due to minimal systemic absorption.

Package Type:

• Collapsible aluminum tubes of 20g, 30g, 50g, or 100g.
  

Storage Advice:

• Store below 30°C.
• Keep the tube tightly closed when not in use.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Do not use after the expiry date indicated on the packaging.

Safety Advice:

• For external use only; do not ingest.
• Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
• Do not apply to open wounds, infected skin, or eczema.
• Discontinue use if a skin rash or any allergic reaction occurs.
• Consult a healthcare professional before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have known allergies to NSAIDs.
• Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight on treated areas during treatment and for two weeks after discontinuation.

Product Substitutes:

• Ketoprofen 2.5% Gel (generic)
• Ibuprofen Gel
• Diclofenac Gel
• Piroxicam Gel

Manufacturer/Marketer:

• A. Menarini Industrie Farmaceutiche Riunite s.r.l.

Country of Origin:

• Italy.