Fastum Gel contains ketoprofen 25 mg/g or 2.5% for topical use. Ketoprofen is a highly potent and safe non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

• Apply a thin layer of gel 1 to 3 times daily onto the area of affected skin.
• Gentle rubbing into the skin may help absorption. The treated area should not be exposed to direct sunlight.

• Triple action formula gel.
• Fast absorption from the skin to the site of pain.
• Active ingredients are diffused at the site of inflammation.
• High concentration of the active substance providing fast pain relief.

Gel formulation achieves similar efficacy as oral preparation but with less side effects. Side effects are rare and generally mild, which may include:

• Skin redness, itchiness or rashes
• Photosensitivity reactions
• Fastum Gel has no known interactions with other drugs.
• Patients taking other maintenance medications may safely use Fastum Gel.

Fastum Gel is preferred by most patients compared to other topical pain.

Table: Features of Topical Pain relievers

Features

Fastum ® Gel

Diclofenac

Niflumic acid

Piroxicam

Absence of oil residue

Ease of application

Fresh sensation

Scent

Frequency of application

1-2x/day¹²

3-4x/day¹³

-

1-2x/day¹³

n=50

Rank of patients' acceptance based on a study:¹

 Excellent

 Good

 Average

 poor