Homeopathy is often used in the treatment of simple diseases that do not threaten a person’s life. So, for various pathologies of the joints and muscles, doctors prescribe the patient “Revma-gel", which has a minimum of contraindications and side effects. We will tell you more about the tool in this article.
Indications for use
The drug is used as an adjuvant in general therapy aimed at treating problems of the musculoskeletal system. These include rheumatic diseases of the muscles and joints. It can also be used for attacks of lumbago, which are characterized by sharp intense pain in the lumbar region. Often, "Revma-gel" is used by athletes who can not use strong painkillers. It eliminates discomfort during myalgia, tension or muscle strain. The drug also helps against arthritis.
Form and composition of the drug
The medicine consists entirely of homeopathic remedies. Its main active ingredients are tinctures of poison ivy (rooted toxodendron) and ledum (Ledum). Both are contained in an amount of 0.5 g. Another important substance is the homeopathic tincture of comfrey for external use (Symphytum). Its mass is 1 g. The gel also contains auxiliary substances: carbomer, purified water and sodium hydroxide solution.
Homeopathic remedy is available in the form of a gel for external use. It is transparent, therefore it is easily applied to the skin and quickly absorbed. It has a tan shade. The drug is sold in aluminum tubes weighing 50 g, packed in cardboard boxes. The production of the drug is carried out by the German company DHU. "Revma-gel" can be stored for 5 years, however, after opening the packaging, it can be used only for six months. You can buy the drug without a doctor’s prescription.
"Revma-gel": instructions for use
To relieve tension in the joints and muscles, the gel must be applied with a thin layer to a painful place. Then you need to rub it a little on the skin and leave to soak. As a rule, you need to use the gel 3 times a day. The age of the patient does not affect the dosage of the drug. Since the medicine does not contain heavy substances in its composition, it can be used for a long time. The tool does not affect the reaction rate of the patient when driving.
With caution, "Revma-gel" should be used by women during pregnancy or lactation. Before taking, be sure to consult your homeopath and your doctor. As a rule, specialists prescribe a gel only if the benefit of using the medicine exceeds the possible risk to the child.
Contraindications, possible side effects and overdose
The drug "Revma-gel" reviews are called a gentle means that have virtually no contraindications. It can not be used to treat children under 1 year of age due to the presence of poison ivy in the tincture. For the same reason, it is not recommended to take the gel to people suffering from high sensitivity to any components of the drug. Overdose cases in practice have not yet been encountered, however, if unpleasant symptoms are detected that began during gel treatment, it is better to stop taking it and consult a doctor.
Side effects when using the gel almost never occur. Rarely, allergic reactions, such as a rash or severe itching, may appear on the patient’s skin. In the treatment of homeopathy, there is a risk of temporary deterioration due to the components of the drug.
Reviews about the drug
High-quality, but expensive tool is called "Revma-gel" reviews. India, as noted by users, produces a similar product called "Rheumatil-gel", but it has nothing to do with the described homeopathic remedy. Patients believe that this medicine copes with the elimination of pain symptoms with mild muscle sprains. Among its advantages can be distinguished and natural composition, which allows the use of the drug in the treatment of young children. However, now it is very difficult to purchase, because it is practically not found in pharmacies. In addition, its high cost is considered a minus.
Although the drug is a gentle agent, you can take it only after consulting a specialist. Do not replace traditional medicines with homeopathy, but use it only as an adjunct to complex therapy.