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Ibuprofen 10% Gel – Maximum Strength Topical Pain Relief – 50g

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Note: another generic brand may be supplied 

Ibuprofen 10% Gel is a maximum-strength topical anti-inflammatory pain-relief gel used to relieve pain and inflammation affecting muscles, joints and soft tissues.

It contains ibuprofen 10% w/w, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which is absorbed through the skin into the affected area to help reduce pain, swelling and inflammation.

Ibuprofen 10% Gel can be particularly useful for localised muscular or joint pain because it is applied directly to the painful area rather than being taken by mouth.

Please note: Brand may vary depending on availability. You may receive an equivalent licensed UK Ibuprofen 10% Gel such as Phorpain, Numark, Ibuleve or another approved generic brand. Packaging, ingredients, age restrictions and directions may vary slightly between manufacturers. Always follow the Patient Information Leaflet supplied with the product.

Key features:

  • Contains Ibuprofen 10% w/w

  • Maximum-strength topical ibuprofen

  • NSAID anti-inflammatory pain relief

  • Applied directly to the affected area

  • Helps relieve pain

  • Helps reduce inflammation

  • Helps reduce swelling

  • Suitable for a range of muscular and joint conditions

  • Non-greasy gel formulation depending on supplied brand

  • For external use only

  • 50g tube

  • Generic brand may vary

What is Ibuprofen 10% Gel used for?

Ibuprofen 10% Gel is used for the relief of pain and inflammation associated with conditions such as:

  • Backache

  • Muscular aches and pains

  • Rheumatic pain

  • Sprains

  • Strains

  • Sports injuries

  • Neuralgia / nerve pain

  • Pain and swelling following minor soft-tissue injuries

  • Pain associated with non-serious arthritic conditions

Ibuprofen reduces the production of prostaglandins, substances involved in inflammation, pain and swelling.

Applying ibuprofen directly to the affected area allows the medicine to act locally in the tissues beneath the skin.

What does 10% mean?

Ibuprofen 10% Gel contains:

100mg of ibuprofen in each 1g of gel

This is twice the concentration of standard Ibuprofen 5% Gel.

The 10% strength is therefore commonly described as maximum-strength ibuprofen gel.

How to use Ibuprofen 10% Gel

Apply the gel only to the skin.

The exact directions can vary slightly according to the brand supplied.

Typically:

  • Squeeze approximately 2–5cm of gel onto the affected area

  • Gently massage into the skin until absorbed

  • Leave at least 4 hours between applications

  • Wash your hands after application unless your hands are the area being treated

Some licensed 10% ibuprofen gels are used up to 3 times daily, while others permit up to 4 applications in 24 hours.

Always follow the directions on the packaging and Patient Information Leaflet of the exact product supplied.

Do not exceed the recommended amount.

How much gel should be applied?

A typical 2–5cm strip of gel provides approximately 50–125mg of ibuprofen, depending on the formulation.

Only enough gel to thinly cover the affected area is normally required.

Using more than recommended does not necessarily provide better pain relief and may increase the risk of side effects.

How long can it be used?

If symptoms:

  • Do not improve

  • Become worse

  • Continue despite treatment

seek advice from a pharmacist or doctor.

Many UK Ibuprofen 10% Gel products advise reviewing treatment if symptoms persist for approximately 2 weeks.

Always follow the specific leaflet supplied with your product.

Age restrictions

The minimum age can vary according to the exact licensed brand supplied.

Some current UK Ibuprofen 10% Gel products are licensed from 12 years, while other presentations may specify an older minimum age.

For this reason, always check the age restriction on the actual pack supplied before use in a child or teenager.

Do not use in a child below the age stated on the packaging unless specifically advised by a doctor.

For external use only

Ibuprofen 10% Gel is designed to be applied to the skin.

Do not:

  • Swallow the gel

  • Apply inside the mouth

  • Apply inside the nose

  • Apply near or into the eyes

  • Apply to genital areas

  • Apply to broken or damaged skin

If accidental contact occurs with the eyes or sensitive areas, rinse thoroughly with water.

Do not apply to damaged skin

Do not use the gel on:

  • Broken skin

  • Cuts

  • Open wounds

  • Infected skin

  • Eczema

  • Severely irritated skin

  • Areas with significant skin disease

Apply only to intact skin.

Do not use under airtight dressings

Do not cover the treated area with an occlusive or waterproof dressing unless specifically instructed by a healthcare professional.

Normal loose clothing may generally be worn once the gel has dried.

Who should not use Ibuprofen Gel?

Do not use if you:

  • Are allergic to ibuprofen

  • Are allergic to aspirin

  • Have previously had an allergic reaction to another NSAID

  • Have previously experienced asthma, wheezing, rhinitis or hives after taking aspirin, ibuprofen or another NSAID

  • Are allergic to any ingredient in the supplied product

  • Are in the last 3 months of pregnancy

Ask a pharmacist or doctor before use if you have a history of:

  • Asthma

  • Kidney problems

  • Stomach or duodenal ulcers

  • Sensitivity to aspirin or NSAIDs

  • Significant medical conditions

  • Regular use of other anti-inflammatory medicines

Pregnancy

Ibuprofen should not be used during the final 3 months of pregnancy.

Earlier in pregnancy, topical ibuprofen should only be used where appropriate and after considering advice from a healthcare professional.

If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are trying to conceive, speak to a pharmacist or doctor before use.

Breastfeeding

If you are breastfeeding, seek advice from a pharmacist or doctor before using topical ibuprofen.

Follow the instructions for the specific product supplied.

Using other painkillers

Although topical ibuprofen generally results in lower systemic exposure than oral ibuprofen, it is still an NSAID medicine.

Speak to a pharmacist or doctor before using it if you are already taking:

  • Ibuprofen tablets or capsules

  • Aspirin

  • Naproxen

  • Diclofenac

  • Other NSAIDs

  • Regular prescription painkillers

This is particularly important if you have other medical conditions or use NSAIDs regularly.

Possible side effects

Like all medicines, Ibuprofen 10% Gel can cause side effects, although not everybody experiences them.

Possible local reactions include:

  • Redness

  • Itching

  • Burning sensation

  • Rash

  • Skin irritation

Stop using the gel if a significant skin reaction develops.

Serious allergic reactions

Stop using the product and seek urgent medical help if you develop symptoms such as:

  • Difficulty breathing

  • Wheezing

  • Swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat

  • Severe rash

  • Hives

  • Collapse or severe dizziness

People who have previously experienced asthma or allergic reactions after aspirin or other NSAIDs may be at increased risk.

Sunlight

Some topical NSAIDs can increase sensitivity of the treated skin.

Follow any sunlight or UV-exposure precautions contained in the leaflet supplied with your particular product.

Fire hazard warning

Some topical ibuprofen gel formulations contain flammable alcohols.

Where the supplied product carries a fire-hazard warning:

  • Do not smoke near the treated area

  • Keep away from naked flames

  • Keep away from significant heat sources

Fabric such as clothing, bedding or dressings that has been in contact with some topical medicines can burn more easily, even after the product has dried.

Always follow any fire-safety warning on the specific pack supplied.

Storage

Storage instructions can vary slightly according to manufacturer.

Most Ibuprofen 10% Gel products should be:

  • Stored below 25°C

  • Kept in the original tube

  • Kept out of the sight and reach of children

  • Kept with the cap securely closed

  • Used before the expiry date shown on the pack

Always follow the storage instructions on the product supplied.

Important information:

  • Contains Ibuprofen 10% w/w

  • Equivalent to 100mg ibuprofen per gram of gel

  • For topical treatment of muscular and joint pain and inflammation

  • For external use only

  • Apply only to intact skin

  • Do not use on broken or infected skin

  • Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes

  • Wash hands after application unless treating the hands

  • Leave at least 4 hours between applications

  • Do not exceed the application frequency specified on the supplied pack

  • Minimum age varies according to brand

  • Do not use during the final 3 months of pregnancy

  • Check with a pharmacist or doctor if taking other NSAIDs

  • Stop use if significant skin irritation develops

  • Seek medical advice if symptoms persist or worsen

  • Always read the Patient Information Leaflet before use

  • Brand and packaging may vary

Product details:

  • Active ingredient: Ibuprofen

  • Strength: 10% w/w

  • Equivalent strength: 100mg ibuprofen per gram

  • Form: Topical gel

  • Route: Cutaneous / external use

  • Medicine class: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)

  • Use: Local relief of pain and inflammation

  • Tube size: 50g

  • Brand: Generic / brand may vary

  • UK licensed medicine: Yes

  • Legal classification: May vary according to the exact licensed brand supplied

Ibuprofen 10% Gel provides maximum-strength topical ibuprofen for targeted relief of muscular, joint and soft-tissue pain and inflammation, including backache, sprains, strains, rheumatic and muscular pain, sports injuries and pain associated with non-serious arthritic conditions.

The gel is applied directly to the affected area, providing local anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving action.

Brand may vary. Always read and follow the Patient Information Leaflet supplied with the exact product you receive, particularly regarding age restrictions, application frequency and warnings.

 

Product Information Leaflet

More details Right

Note: another generic brand may be supplied 

Ibuprofen 10% Gel is a maximum-strength topical anti-inflammatory pain-relief gel used to relieve pain and inflammation affecting muscles, joints and soft tissues.

It contains ibuprofen 10% w/w, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), which is absorbed through the skin into the affected area to help reduce pain, swelling and inflammation.

Ibuprofen 10% Gel can be particularly useful for localised muscular or joint pain because it is applied directly to the painful area rather than being taken by mouth.

Please note: Brand may vary depending on availability. You may receive an equivalent licensed UK Ibuprofen 10% Gel such as Phorpain, Numark, Ibuleve or another approved generic brand. Packaging, ingredients, age restrictions and directions may vary slightly between manufacturers. Always follow the Patient Information Leaflet supplied with the product.

Key features:

  • Contains Ibuprofen 10% w/w

  • Maximum-strength topical ibuprofen

  • NSAID anti-inflammatory pain relief

  • Applied directly to the affected area

  • Helps relieve pain

  • Helps reduce inflammation

  • Helps reduce swelling

  • Suitable for a range of muscular and joint conditions

  • Non-greasy gel formulation depending on supplied brand

  • For external use only

  • 50g tube

  • Generic brand may vary

What is Ibuprofen 10% Gel used for?

Ibuprofen 10% Gel is used for the relief of pain and inflammation associated with conditions such as:

  • Backache

  • Muscular aches and pains

  • Rheumatic pain

  • Sprains

  • Strains

  • Sports injuries

  • Neuralgia / nerve pain

  • Pain and swelling following minor soft-tissue injuries

  • Pain associated with non-serious arthritic conditions

Ibuprofen reduces the production of prostaglandins, substances involved in inflammation, pain and swelling.

Applying ibuprofen directly to the affected area allows the medicine to act locally in the tissues beneath the skin.

What does 10% mean?

Ibuprofen 10% Gel contains:

100mg of ibuprofen in each 1g of gel

This is twice the concentration of standard Ibuprofen 5% Gel.

The 10% strength is therefore commonly described as maximum-strength ibuprofen gel.

How to use Ibuprofen 10% Gel

Apply the gel only to the skin.

The exact directions can vary slightly according to the brand supplied.

Typically:

  • Squeeze approximately 2–5cm of gel onto the affected area

  • Gently massage into the skin until absorbed

  • Leave at least 4 hours between applications

  • Wash your hands after application unless your hands are the area being treated

Some licensed 10% ibuprofen gels are used up to 3 times daily, while others permit up to 4 applications in 24 hours.

Always follow the directions on the packaging and Patient Information Leaflet of the exact product supplied.

Do not exceed the recommended amount.

How much gel should be applied?

A typical 2–5cm strip of gel provides approximately 50–125mg of ibuprofen, depending on the formulation.

Only enough gel to thinly cover the affected area is normally required.

Using more than recommended does not necessarily provide better pain relief and may increase the risk of side effects.

How long can it be used?

If symptoms:

  • Do not improve

  • Become worse

  • Continue despite treatment

seek advice from a pharmacist or doctor.

Many UK Ibuprofen 10% Gel products advise reviewing treatment if symptoms persist for approximately 2 weeks.

Always follow the specific leaflet supplied with your product.

Age restrictions

The minimum age can vary according to the exact licensed brand supplied.

Some current UK Ibuprofen 10% Gel products are licensed from 12 years, while other presentations may specify an older minimum age.

For this reason, always check the age restriction on the actual pack supplied before use in a child or teenager.

Do not use in a child below the age stated on the packaging unless specifically advised by a doctor.

For external use only

Ibuprofen 10% Gel is designed to be applied to the skin.

Do not:

  • Swallow the gel

  • Apply inside the mouth

  • Apply inside the nose

  • Apply near or into the eyes

  • Apply to genital areas

  • Apply to broken or damaged skin

If accidental contact occurs with the eyes or sensitive areas, rinse thoroughly with water.

Do not apply to damaged skin

Do not use the gel on:

  • Broken skin

  • Cuts

  • Open wounds

  • Infected skin

  • Eczema

  • Severely irritated skin

  • Areas with significant skin disease

Apply only to intact skin.

Do not use under airtight dressings

Do not cover the treated area with an occlusive or waterproof dressing unless specifically instructed by a healthcare professional.

Normal loose clothing may generally be worn once the gel has dried.

Who should not use Ibuprofen Gel?

Do not use if you:

  • Are allergic to ibuprofen

  • Are allergic to aspirin

  • Have previously had an allergic reaction to another NSAID

  • Have previously experienced asthma, wheezing, rhinitis or hives after taking aspirin, ibuprofen or another NSAID

  • Are allergic to any ingredient in the supplied product

  • Are in the last 3 months of pregnancy

Ask a pharmacist or doctor before use if you have a history of:

  • Asthma

  • Kidney problems

  • Stomach or duodenal ulcers

  • Sensitivity to aspirin or NSAIDs

  • Significant medical conditions

  • Regular use of other anti-inflammatory medicines

Pregnancy

Ibuprofen should not be used during the final 3 months of pregnancy.

Earlier in pregnancy, topical ibuprofen should only be used where appropriate and after considering advice from a healthcare professional.

If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are trying to conceive, speak to a pharmacist or doctor before use.

Breastfeeding

If you are breastfeeding, seek advice from a pharmacist or doctor before using topical ibuprofen.

Follow the instructions for the specific product supplied.

Using other painkillers

Although topical ibuprofen generally results in lower systemic exposure than oral ibuprofen, it is still an NSAID medicine.

Speak to a pharmacist or doctor before using it if you are already taking:

  • Ibuprofen tablets or capsules

  • Aspirin

  • Naproxen

  • Diclofenac

  • Other NSAIDs

  • Regular prescription painkillers

This is particularly important if you have other medical conditions or use NSAIDs regularly.

Possible side effects

Like all medicines, Ibuprofen 10% Gel can cause side effects, although not everybody experiences them.

Possible local reactions include:

  • Redness

  • Itching

  • Burning sensation

  • Rash

  • Skin irritation

Stop using the gel if a significant skin reaction develops.

Serious allergic reactions

Stop using the product and seek urgent medical help if you develop symptoms such as:

  • Difficulty breathing

  • Wheezing

  • Swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat

  • Severe rash

  • Hives

  • Collapse or severe dizziness

People who have previously experienced asthma or allergic reactions after aspirin or other NSAIDs may be at increased risk.

Sunlight

Some topical NSAIDs can increase sensitivity of the treated skin.

Follow any sunlight or UV-exposure precautions contained in the leaflet supplied with your particular product.

Fire hazard warning

Some topical ibuprofen gel formulations contain flammable alcohols.

Where the supplied product carries a fire-hazard warning:

  • Do not smoke near the treated area

  • Keep away from naked flames

  • Keep away from significant heat sources

Fabric such as clothing, bedding or dressings that has been in contact with some topical medicines can burn more easily, even after the product has dried.

Always follow any fire-safety warning on the specific pack supplied.

Storage

Storage instructions can vary slightly according to manufacturer.

Most Ibuprofen 10% Gel products should be:

  • Stored below 25°C

  • Kept in the original tube

  • Kept out of the sight and reach of children

  • Kept with the cap securely closed

  • Used before the expiry date shown on the pack

Always follow the storage instructions on the product supplied.

Important information:

  • Contains Ibuprofen 10% w/w

  • Equivalent to 100mg ibuprofen per gram of gel

  • For topical treatment of muscular and joint pain and inflammation

  • For external use only

  • Apply only to intact skin

  • Do not use on broken or infected skin

  • Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes

  • Wash hands after application unless treating the hands

  • Leave at least 4 hours between applications

  • Do not exceed the application frequency specified on the supplied pack

  • Minimum age varies according to brand

  • Do not use during the final 3 months of pregnancy

  • Check with a pharmacist or doctor if taking other NSAIDs

  • Stop use if significant skin irritation develops

  • Seek medical advice if symptoms persist or worsen

  • Always read the Patient Information Leaflet before use

  • Brand and packaging may vary

Product details:

  • Active ingredient: Ibuprofen

  • Strength: 10% w/w

  • Equivalent strength: 100mg ibuprofen per gram

  • Form: Topical gel

  • Route: Cutaneous / external use

  • Medicine class: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)

  • Use: Local relief of pain and inflammation

  • Tube size: 50g

  • Brand: Generic / brand may vary

  • UK licensed medicine: Yes

  • Legal classification: May vary according to the exact licensed brand supplied

Ibuprofen 10% Gel provides maximum-strength topical ibuprofen for targeted relief of muscular, joint and soft-tissue pain and inflammation, including backache, sprains, strains, rheumatic and muscular pain, sports injuries and pain associated with non-serious arthritic conditions.

The gel is applied directly to the affected area, providing local anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving action.

Brand may vary. Always read and follow the Patient Information Leaflet supplied with the exact product you receive, particularly regarding age restrictions, application frequency and warnings.

 

Product Information Leaflet