Mundisal Gel tube 10 g

What is Mundisal Gel and when is it used?

Mundisal is a gel for pain and inflammation associated with injuries in the mouth, for teething problems in babies and small children, and for pressure and sores caused by dentures and orthodontic appliances (e.g. for orthodontics).

When Mundisal Gel is applied locally, the active ingredient choline salicylate is quickly absorbed through the oral mucosa and achieved within 5 Minutes its analgesic and anti-inflammatory effect, which lasts about 2-3 hours.

Mundisal Gel may only be used in children and adolescents with fever in connection with a viral disease if prescribed by a doctor and only as a second-line drug (see «When should caution be taken when taking Mundisal Gel?»).

When should Mundisal Gel not be used?

If you are hypersensitive (allergic) to salicylates or another You must not use Mundisal Gel.

When should you be careful when using Mundisal Gel?

If you have a higher fever or if there is no improvement within a week, you should consult a doctor.

Children and adolescents with fever associated with influenza, chickenpox or other viral diseases may only use Mundisal Gel as directed by the doctor and only as a second choice. If these diseases lead to disturbances of consciousness with vomiting or after they have subsided, the doctor should be consulted immediately.

This medicinal product contains 60 mg alcohol (ethanol) per application of 1 cm gel strand.

There is no expected effect on the ability to drive and use machines.

It can cause a burning sensation on damaged skin.

Inform your doctor if you Pharmacist or druggist or your doctor if you

• suffer from other diseases,have allergies ortake other medicines (including those you bought yourself!) or use them externally!

Can Mundisal Gel be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?

If you are pregnant, want to become pregnant or are breastfeeding, you should Only use Mundisal Gel after consulting your doctor. Mundisal Gel should not be used in the last third of pregnancy.

As a precaution, you should avoid taking medicines during pregnancy and breastfeeding or ask your doctor, pharmacist or druggist for advice.

How do you use Mundisal Gel?

Unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor: approx. 1 cm gel (corresponds to approx. 15 mg cholinesalicy lat) with a clean finger on the affected area and massage in gently.

Depending on the severity of the symptoms, the application can be repeated every 2-3 hours, but no more than 8-10 times a day.

Mundisal Gel should not be used longer than necessary.

For infants and young children, apply half the usual dose (0.5 cm gel) up to a maximum of 4 times a day.

Follow the instructions in the pack dosage specified or prescribed by the doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Mundisal Gel have?

The gel base of Mundisal Gel contains alcohol. When used on injured skin or mucous membranes, a brief, slight burning sensation may be felt.

Very rare (affects less than 1 in 10,000 users)

In very rare cases, swelling of the tongue, local reddening and hives have been observed.If you notice any side effects, contact your doctor, pharmacist or druggist. This also applies in particular to side effects that are not listed in this leaflet.

What else should be observed?

The medicine may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container.

Use by after opening

Mundisal Gel has a shelf life of 12 months after first opening.

Storage instructions

Store at room temperature (15-25°C).Keep out of the reach of children.

Further information

Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed technical information.

What does Mundisal Gel contain?

1 g of gel for use in the oral cavity contains

Active ingredients

87.1 mg choline salicylate.

Excipients

Edetic acid, hypromellose, glycerol, ethanol 96%, anise oil, menthol, sodium cyclamate, purified water. Contains 43% vol. alcohol

Authorization number

33332 (Swissmedic)

Where can you get Mundisal Gel? Which packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription.

Tubes of 10 g.

Authorization holder

Mundipharma Medical Company, Hamilton/Bermuda, Basel branch

This package leaflet was last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in November 2020..