Axinerve-GB Ointment 30 gm is a combination medicine used to relieve neuropathic pain. It helps in treating chronic pain caused due to nerve damage in diabetes, shingles, and spinal cord injury. Neuropathic pain is a nervous system disorder caused due to damage to sensory nerves. It is caused by chronic progressive nerve disease or due to infection or injury.
Axinerve-GB Ointment 30 gm consists of four drugs: Capsaicin, Gabapentin, Ketoprofen, and Methyl salicylate. Capsaicin is a natural extract of chili pepper that works by blocking the pain messengers to the nerves. Gabapentin is an anti-epileptic agent that alters the way the nerves send messages to the brain, thus relieving pain. Ketoprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that works by blocking the release of certain chemical substances, such as prostaglandins and leukotrienes, that cause pain and swelling. Methyl salicylate is a topical rubefacient that temporarily relieves muscle or joint pain caused by strains and sprains.
Axinerve-GB Ointment 30 gm is for external use only. Take a pea-sized amount onto your fingers and apply it to the affected areas. You are advised to use Axinerve-GB Ointment 30 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. Sometimes, you may experience certain common side-effects such as application site reactions like itching, irritation, redness, and burning sensation. These side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, if these side effects persist for a longer time, please see your doctor.
Do not use Axinerve-GB Ointment 30 gm if you have had any recent heart surgery as Axinerve-GB Ointment 30 gm can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke. Axinerve-GB Ointment 30 gm may increase the chances of stomach ulcers and bleed. Do not take Axinerve-GB Ointment 30 gm if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Axinerve-GB Ointment 30 gm is not recommended for children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid or limit exposure to natural or artificial sunlight as Axinerve-GB Ointment 30 gm may cause a burning sensation. Do not take any other NSAIDs for pain relief along with Axinerve-GB Ointment 30 gm unless prescribed.