Bystrumgel is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent in the form of an almost transparent gel with a characteristic odor. The drug is intended for external use and has a complex effect on inflammatory or traumatic injuries of joints, various muscle groups, tendons, sprains and tears of ligaments, dislocations and other diseases of the musculoskeletal system. Of the large number of drugs for the treatment of such pathologies, Bystrumgel is most often used. Its analogues may be cheaper or more expensive, but the effect is almost the same.
Drug properties
The use of the gel is very effective for pain in the joints and muscles of any etiology. Bystrumgel owes its medicinal properties to ketoprofen as the main active ingredient of the drug. It has the following effect:
- reduces the inflammatory process;
- relieves pain;
- removes swelling;
- normalizes the work of blood vessels and strengthens their walls;
- eliminates stiffness of joints, increases their mobility.
Due to the properties of ketoprofen, which allows you to quickly relieve pain, Bystrumgel is so often used. Analogs of this drug are also recognized and widespread. Some of them are as popular as the drug itself.
"Bystrumgel": instructions for use
Analogues of this drug have similar properties, but not all have the same consistency. Due to the fact that Bystrumgel is produced in the form of a gel, it is easy to apply and it is absorbed faster. The drug is applied externally, by applying and evenly rubbing it into the skin in places of concentration of pain until completely absorbed.
To increase the effectiveness of treatment, a warming dressing can be applied from above. The use of the drug should be limited to two applications per day, the duration of use should not exceed two weeks.
Contraindications and side effects
It is forbidden to apply on the damaged skin, areas covered with a rash, the drug "Bystrumgel." Its analogues, like all drugs based on ketoprofen, are not used to treat children during pregnancy. Bystrumgel does not have any special side effects, but with excessive use of the drug, skin allergies may occur. There is also a burning sensation, redness, rash, or swelling.
Bystrumgel: analogues
Due to good medical indicators, a small list of contraindications for use and rare manifestations of side effects, this drug is very popular. Both the gel itself and its analogues are intended for the treatment of the same diseases and may well replace each other if necessary. However, it is better to consult a doctor at the same time. In total, there are about 150 analogues of the drug, but the most common of them are Arthrosilen, Ketoprofen, Fastum Gel, Flexen Gel, Valusal, Ketonal. Combines "Bystrumgel" and its analogues with the presence of the active substance - ketoprofen.
The best analogues of the drug
When choosing a drug, it is necessary to focus on the characteristics of the body, the severity of the disease. And of course, you should not choose an analogue without consulting a doctor.
- Ketoprofen, an analogue of Bystrumgel, is cheap and almost as effective in treatment. The content of the active substance in both drugs is exactly the same. Ketoprfen is slightly cheaper than the original, but the price difference between them is insignificant.
- "Flexen" is available both in gel form and in capsule form for internal use. It has a fairly low price. The disadvantages of Flexen include a greater number of contraindications, especially from the gastrointestinal tract, and a weaker therapeutic effect.
- "Fastum gel" is an analogue of Bystrumgel ointment. It has been widely used as a means to relieve pain and inflammation in joint diseases. The disadvantages of "Fastum gel" include a rather high price and the fact that it helps only with moderate pain.
- Arthrosilen is also popular. Among its advantages is a quick healing effect. The disadvantages of "Arthrosilen" include a rather high price and the absence of a long-term effect when used.
- Valusal This analogue of Bystrumgel is also popular among both doctors and patients. The drug has good painkillers, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic properties. Among the benefits of “Valusal” include its very good decongestant effect and a rather low price. The disadvantages of using Valusal are the short-term effect of its use and a number of contraindications.
What drug should I choose if for some reason I cannot use Bystrumgel? Its analogs have their advantages and disadvantages. The decision to use the original drug or its substitutes in the treatment should be taken individually in each case, based on the characteristics of the body, personal preferences in the choice of drugs and financial situation. And of course, in any case, the advice of a doctor is needed.