"Fastum gel" is a drug used in the treatment of joints, damage to tendons and muscles. The medication has an anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect, has an antiexudative effect and reduces the synthesis of prostaglandins. The drug is used externally, relieves swelling and severe pain. A medicine is produced in the form of a gel, which treats the site of inflammation - with a thin layer and massage movements. The drug is absorbed into the blood slowly, which leads to the fact that the concentration of the drug in the body remains at the level of 0.08 - 0.12 μg / ml.
The gel is very effective in treating various tissue injuries, but it is considered quite expensive. But it is possible to find a medicine with the same active substance and indications for use, as with the Fastum Gel medication - an analogue. Cheaper treatment will help you with medicines, which will be discussed in this article. We will also consider the Fastum Gel preparation itself.
Indications and method of use
“Fastum gel” is prescribed for many diseases of the musculoskeletal system.
1. With non-rheumatic and rheumatic myalgia.
2. From osteochondrosis.
3. For diseases of the joints.
4. From inflammation of the ligaments.
5. With lumbago syndrome.
5. For the treatment of bruises and inflammations of tissues acquired in connection with injuries.
Apply "Fastum gel" once a day for no more than fourteen days. Massage movements in a circle, the product is applied to the site of inflammation and left to absorb.
Side effects
Allergic reactions may occur against the background of intolerance by the patient of certain components of the drug. They can appear as photodermatitis, urticaria, redness of tissues and their swelling. The manifestation of stomatitis and photosensitivity is also possible. Therefore, the drug should be used only after consulting a doctor.
Contraindications
The Fastum Gel medication is not recommended in the following cases.
1. Children under 12 years old.
2. People who are intolerant of any constituent components of the drug.
3. With open wounds and lesions of the skin.
4. In the third trimester of pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
5. In the presence of bronchospasm or rhinitis.
You should definitely consult a doctor if a person has chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, respiratory tract and heart failure. Avoid contact with mucous membranes and eyes. Do not apply airtight dressings to the place treated with the drug. Despite how effective the Fastum Gel is, an analogue that is cheaper can be no less effective. The average cost of the drug is 180 rubles.
"Ultrafastin gel"
Consider an analog. Medication “Ultrafastin gel, like the drug described earlier, bases its pharmacological effect on ketoprofen. It penetrates deep into the skin and has an anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect on damaged tissues. It is applied similarly to Fastum Gel. The medication has the same contraindications and possible side effects. The average cost of this drug in Russia is 90 rubles. Patient reviews indicate that if, for example, after sports, sprains or some injuries occur, then inflammation and pain quickly disappear after applying the gel. The price is more than affordable, and the effect is not worse than that of expensive drugs. The gel is quickly absorbed, leaves no stains on clothes and smells good.
Medication "Diclofenac"
The active substance is diclofenac sodium. Penetrating into the tissue, it has anti-rheumatic and anti-inflammatory effects. The gel facilitates the movement of joints and relieves pain. The action of the drug lasts for 6 to 9 hours, after which the drug is completely removed from the blood plasma. Assign for bruises, sprains, injuries of joints and ligaments. Effective treatment is also carried out with degenerative rheumatism and tendonitis.
Use the product 2-3 times a day. After that, you need to wash your hands thoroughly to prevent the gel from getting on the mucous tissues and in the eye area. Many replace Fastum Gel with Diclofenac. Reviews about this drug are positive, and many people recommend its use based on their own experience. The average price of the drug is 35 rubles. Means "Diclofenac" collected reviews mostly positive. Patients note that they were pleasantly pleased with the gel when they decided to replace them with more expensive drugs.
Medication "Ketonal"
This is a topical medicine. It is based on the active substance - ketoprofen. It can be used in the treatment of painful symptoms and inflammation in the following ailments.
1. Periarthritis, rheumatoid and psoriatic arthritis.
2. Ankylosing spondylitis.
3. Reuters syndrome.
4. Bursitis and myalgia.
5. With radiculitis and injuries of the musculoskeletal system.
The use of "Ketonal" is not recommended for children under 15 years of age, as well as for allergic reactions, respiratory diseases, problems of the gastrointestinal tract and problems associated with blood coagulation. It is forbidden to use the drug during pregnancy in the third trimester and during lactation. As a direct replacement for “Fastum Gel”, “Ketonal” may well be suitable. The price of the drug is 88 rubles.
Reviews this medicine has collected good. Doctors recommend it as a wonderful analgesic, in addition, it has a powerful anti-inflammatory and antipyretic effect. Patients confirm that the product helps to bring down the temperature, relieve pain and swelling in the tucked ankle.
Means "Fort gel"
This is another affordable analogue. The drug "Fort gel" is a medication that is used for various pains in muscles and joints after injuries or physical injuries. The pharmacological effect of the drug is also based on ketoprofen and its ability to relieve inflammation and pain. Against the background of prolonged use of the drug, such side effects may occur.
1. Irritation on the skin, itching.
2. Unpleasant sensations in the upper abdomen.
3. Heartburn.
4. Nausea.
5. Dizziness and migraine.
The price of the drug is 75 rubles.
Patient reviews are mixed. One of them claims that, in principle, this is a good drug. But his action is not very long. I smeared it - after 15 minutes it became easier, and after 2 hours - it hurts again. The use of the drug 3 times a day is indicated. With severe pain, the effect of the drug is not enough so that the patient gets rid of the unpleasant symptoms of the disease.
The medication "Voltaren"
What else has the Fastum Gel analogue cheaper? In pharmacies, it is often recommended to purchase the Voltaren medication. It is worth noting that they do not differ much in price, nor in scope. The difference is in the active ingredient used. In Voltaren, the pharmacological action is based on diclofenac. The drug is well tolerated by patients and has almost no side effects. However, people with renal and hepatic insufficiency should be careful when using the product and be sure to consult a doctor. Also, with anemia and poor blood coagulability, it is worth paying attention to the analysis indicators during treatment with this drug. The average price is 180 rubles. The drug "Voltaren" collected positive reviews. They say about him that this is a good, high-quality medication that helps with back pain after hard work. Many patients are satisfied with the result of treatment with this remedy. In general, the choice remains with the patient what to purchase, “Fastum Gel” or “Voltaren”. They are similar.
Conclusion
In fact, many drugs have cheaper analogues with a similar effect. And this makes it possible to get high-quality treatment to all social sectors of the population. If you have been assigned Fastum Gel, it is not difficult to get an analogue cheaper. It is enough to consult a pharmacist or study the information yourself. And then you can make a choice of a medicine according to your needs and capabilities.