Means "Nikofleks" (cream) has an analgesic, vasodilator, local irritant effect. The composition of the medicine includes capsaicin, ethylene glycol salicylate, ethyl nicotinate.
The main mechanism of action of the drug is due to the distracting and irritating properties of capsaicin, as well as the stimulation of the formation and release of enkephalins and endorphins in the central nervous system. The weakening or suppression of soreness in the inflamed areas is carried out through the interaction of irritating and stimulating impulses.
Glycosalicylate has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.
Ethyl nicotinate has a resolving ability, provokes a prolonged expansion of capillaries in the skin and subcutaneous fat.
Thus, increased drainage of the focus of inflammation (as indicated by the instructions).
"Nikoflex" - a drug that is used for injuries of tendons, ligaments and muscles of a traumatic nature, with soft tissue injuries (including athletes), chronic neuritis. The medication is indicated for neuralgia, lumbago, sciatica, myalgia, tenosynovitis. The indications also include joint pathologies of the chronic course, arthrosis (in the remission phase), and polyarthritis. Means "Nikofleks" application instruction recommends for heating the muscles after sports and in front of them.
The medicine is applied to previously washed areas of the skin. The drug "Nikoflex" instructions for use does not recommend applying to damaged areas.
With pathologies in the joints, the drug is used three days once a day, then twice a day. Duration of use is ten days.
To warm the muscles before massage, a strip of ointment of three to five centimeters is applied to the skin and rubbed thoroughly.
When rubbing with your fingers after using the medicine, your hands should be washed.
In clinical practice, no cases of overdose have been reported.
The drug "Nikoflex" instructions for use does not allow for the appointment of dermatitis, inflammatory processes on the skin, acute arthritis. The drug is not recommended for hypersensitivity (including in the medical history).
Due to the insufficient amount of data on the safety and effectiveness of using the ointment during child bearing and breastfeeding, Nikoflex does not recommend prescribing instructions for use during these periods.
As practice shows and reviews of specialists testify, the drug is well tolerated by patients. However, there is a likelihood of developing adverse events. In particular, allergic reactions at the application sites are referred to as side effects.
It must be remembered that Nikoflex ointment is applied only to intact areas of the skin.
Do not apply the drug on the entire surface of the skin.
Avoid getting the medicine on the mucous membranes of the mouth, nose, and eyes.
The appropriateness of the use of the drug "Nikoflex" for the treatment of children should be determined by the doctor.
Reviews about the drug indicate its high efficiency and speed. Unlike some other similar drugs for local use, the Nikoflex medication does not cause a burning sensation or irritation (subject to the recommendations in the annotation).
The drug is recommended to be stored in a cool place. Shelf life - no more than five years. After the specified time, you should not use the medicine.
Despite the fact that Nikoflex is available in pharmacies without a prescription, experts do not recommend self-medication. Before using the ointment, you should consult a doctor, and also study the annotation.