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Salymet is used to treat local aches and pains that are caused by excessive exercise, swelling, pain, numbness or colds. Before using Salymet, you should consult a pharmacist or a specialist to use the drug safely and effectively.
1. What is Salymet?
Salymet contains active ingredient Methyl salicylate content 2.7g; Menthol 1,2g and Camphor 1g with excipients such as: beeswax, cetyl alcohol, paraffin oil, polysorbate 80, lavand smell. Salymet is prepared in the form of ointment, packing specification is 1 tube of 10g.
Uses of Salymet in each ingredient:
Methyl salicylate is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug with analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic properties. Methyl salicylate is absorbed through the skin, leading to blood circulation to relieve back pain, sciatica and rheumatic diseases. Menthol inhibits pain receptors when applied to the skin. Camphor stimulates the nerves, which in turn relieves pain.
2. Indications for taking Salymet
Salymet drug is indicated in the treatment of the following cases:
Treatment of local aches and pains caused by excessive exercise, swelling, pain, low numbness. Body aches due to flu.
3. Contraindications to Salymet
Salymet is not indicated in the following cases:
People who are hypersensitive to one of the ingredients or excipients of the drug. Children under 30 months old. Children with a history of seizures or febrile seizures. Contraindication is understood as an absolute contraindication, which means that for any reason the contraindication is not flexible to use Salymet.
4. Dosage, how to use Salymet
How to use Salymet: Salymet is formulated as an ointment for external use for massage. Reference dose Salymet: Massage at the painful site 2-3 times per day. Note: The above dosage of Salymet is for reference only. The specific dose of Salymet depends on the condition and the progression of the disease. To get the right dose of Salymet, you need to consult your doctor or healthcare professional.
5. Side effects of Salymet
When using Salymet, you may experience some unwanted effects. If Salymet is applied to large or damaged skin with excessive doses, it can cause systemic absorption with symptoms such as:
Dizziness; Tinnitus, deafness; Sweat a lot; Nausea and vomiting; Headache; Convulsions. How to handle: When experiencing side effects of Salymet, you need to stop using it and notify your doctor or ask your loved ones to take you to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment.
6. Be careful when using Salymet
During the use of Salymet, you should note the following:
Do not apply Salymet around the eye area and eye mucosa. Do not apply Salymet to open or bleeding wounds. For pregnant and lactating women, do not apply Salymet in areas of skin that are in contact with children such as breasts, breasts around breasts. There is no evidence on the effect of Salymet on the ability to drive or use machines. Therefore, these subjects need to be cautious when using drugs. Drug interactions can affect the effectiveness of treatment or cause other side effects. Therefore, in order to avoid unwanted interactions when using Salymet, patients should inform their doctor/pharmacist of all medicines, dietary supplements, vitamins... they are taking. Do not increase or decrease the dose of Salymet without consulting your doctor. The basic information about Salymet in the above article is for reference only. Because this is a prescription drug, patients should not use it on their own, but need to contact a specialist directly to get an appropriate prescription to ensure safety for health.
