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Brand name: Anti-Inflammatory Pain Relief (Pharmacy Action) TM
Active ingredients: diclofenac
What it is used for
Short Term (up to 2 weeks) local symptomatic treatment of the following musculoskeletal inflammatory conditions: a) Acute soft tissue injuries, including sprains, tendinitis and sports injury. b) Localised forms of soft tissue rheumatism e.g. tendinitis and bursitis.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Topical. This medicine is applied directly to the surface of the skin.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
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Visual appearance
SLIGHTLY YELLOW GEL
Do I need a prescription?
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for this medicine. You can ask your pharmacist.This medicine is
Over 65?
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient diclofenac
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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