Apaisyl Gel is recommended for itching, particularly insect bites. This cream calms itching and provides rapid relief.
Warning: This is a medicine. Read the instructions carefully before use.If in doubt, contact your pharmacist.
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Apaisyl Insect Bite Gel 0.75% is indicated for itching, particularly insect bites.
Waking up in the early hours of the morning with your body covered in mosquito bites is a summertime classic. Most species bite between sunset and sunrise. In our part of the world, their bites are mainly a source of discomfort. They provoke a local inflammatory reaction (erythema, swelling, heat and pain) and itching that occurs a few minutes later and can persist for up to a week.
To soothe the itching, it's best to apply anantihistamine-based cream, or corticosteroids for more severe cases, locally, or orally if necessary. Beware of intensive scratching and its risk of superinfection.
1 application 2 to 3 times a day.
Cutaneous route.
If symptoms persist after 5 days of treatment, consult your doctor.
Instant Bite Relief
Don't let insect bites spoil your precious moments! Apaisyl Gel is the perfect solution for immediate relief. Infused with powerful ingredients, this effective gel combats the pain, itching and redness caused by insect bites. Its simple application and compact size make it an essential for all your travels.
A Revolutionary Formula
Our Apaisyl Gel is designed with a revolutionary formula that works fast to soothe your skin. In addition to its soothing properties, this gel contains active ingredients that help repair skin damaged by insect bites. There's no reason to suffer when you have Apaisyl Gel at hand.
Proven safety and efficacy
For your peace of mind, Apaisyl Gel for insect bites has passed rigorous clinical tests. Paraben-free, this gel is suitable for the whole family, including children aged 36 months and over. It's a trusted choice for keeping your skin healthy and serene in the face of annoying insects.
If in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Apaisyl is a gel for local application. 30 g tube.
This medicine is not like any other. Read the package insert carefully before ordering. Keep medicines out of the reach of children. If symptoms persist, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice. Beware of incompatibilities with your current products.
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APAISYLGEL 0.75%, gel for local application
Isothipendyl hydrochloride
Read this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine. It contains important information for your treatment.
If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
· Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again.
· If you need more information and advice, ask your pharmacist.
· If symptoms worsen or persist, consult a physician.
· If you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, or if you experience any of the effects listed as serious, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
In this notice :
1. WHAT APAISYLGEL 0.75%, gel for local application AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR?
2. BEFORE YOU USE APAISYLGEL 0.75%, gel for local application?
3. HOW TO USE APAISYLGEL 0.75%, gel for local application?
4. WHAT ARE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
5. HOW TO STORE APAISYLGEL 0.75%, gel for local application?
6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
1. WHAT APAISYLGEL 0.75%, gel for local application AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR?
ANTIHISTAMINIC FOR LOCAL USE
Antipruritic.
(D: Dermatology).
This medication is an antihistamine for local use. It belongs to the class of dermatological drugs.
It is recommended in case of itching, especially insect bites.
2. BEFORE YOU USE APAISYLGEL 0.75%, gel for local application?
List of information needed before taking the medication
Not applicable.
Never use APAISYLGEL 0.75%, gel for local application in the following cases:
· History of allergy to antihistamines
· Infected or irritated skin lesions
· Oozing skin lesions.
IN CASE OF DOUBT, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO ASK FOR THE OPINION OF YOUR DOCTOR OR YOUR PHARMACIST.
Precautions for use; special warnings
Take special care with APAISYLGEL 0.75%, gel for local application:
Special warnings
Do not apply on a large area, under occlusive dressing, on injured skin or in premature infants or babies because of the risk of the active substance passing through the blood.
Do not apply to mucous membranes.
This medicine contains sorbic acid and may cause local skin reactions (eg, eczema).
Precautions for use
Itching is only a symptom that can have multiple causes requiring the advice of your doctor especially if persistence or aggravation of the disorders.
APAISYLGEL 0.75%, gel for local application, is not a solar protector.
APAISYLGEL 0.75%, gel for local application, should not be used as a care cream on healthy skin.
IN CASE OF DOUBT DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK FOR THE OPINION OF YOUR DOCTOR OR YOUR PHARMACIST
Interaction with other medicines
Taking or using other medicines
If you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Interactions with food and beverages
Not applicable.
Interactions with Herbal Medicines or Alternative Therapies
Not applicable.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy and breast feeding
This medication should be used with caution during pregnancy and lactation.
In general, you should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medication.
Not applicable.
Effects on ability to drive or use machines
Not applicable.
List of excipients with known effect
Important information about some of the ingredients of APAISYLGEL 0.75%, gel for local application:
List of excipients with known effect: Sorbic acid.
3. HOW TO USE APAISYLGEL 0.75%, gel for local application?
Not applicable.
Reserved for adults and children over 30 months.
Dosage
1 application 2 to 3 times a day.
Method and route of administration
Dermal.
Duration of treatment
If symptoms persist after 5 days of treatment, consult your doctor. |
Symptoms and Instructions for Overdose
Not applicable.
Instructions for omission of one or more doses
If you forget to take APAISYLGEL 0.75%, gel for local application:
Do not use a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Not applicable.
4. WHAT ARE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
Description of adverse reactions
Like all medicines, APAISYLGEL 0.75%, gel for local application is likely to have undesirable effects, although not everyone is subject to it:
· Risk of allergy to isothipendyl or to a component of the gel.
· Very rare cases of photosensitization (skin reaction when exposed to sun or UV).
If you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, or if any of the side effects gets serious, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
5. HOW TO STORE APAISYLGEL 0.75%, gel for local application?
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not use APAISYLGEL 0.75%, gel for local application after the expiry date stated on the outer packaging.
Store at a temperature below 25 ° C.
If necessary, warnings against visible signs of deterioration
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist what to do with unused medications. These measures will help protect the environment.
Full list of active substances and excipients
What does APAISYLGEL 0.75% contain, gel for local application?
The active substance is:
Isothipendyl hydrochloride .............................................. .................................................. 0.750 g
For 100 g of gel for local application.
The other components are:
Editic acid, sorbic acid, 70 percent non-crystallizable sorbitol, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, sodium hydroxide, purified water.
Pharmaceutical form and content
What is APAISYLGEL 0.75%, local application gel and contents of the pack?
This medication is available as a gel for local application.
Tube of 20 g, 30 g or 40 g.
MERCK MEDICATION FAMILIALE SAS
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69379 LYON CEDEX 08
MERCK MEDICATION FAMILIALE
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69003 LYON
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Names of the medicinal product in the Member States of the European Economic Area
Not applicable.
Date of approval of the notice
The last date on which this leaflet was approved is {date}.
AMM under exceptional circumstances
Not applicable.
Detailed information on this medicine is available on the Afssaps website (France).
Information for health professionals only
Not applicable.
Not applicable.
Antipruritic local
isothipendyl
. Presentations . Composition . Indications . Contraindications . Warning . Pregnancy and breastfeeding . Directions for use and dosage . Advice . Undesirable effects . Lexicon
APAISYLGEL: gel for local application; 30 g tube.
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Merck Family Medication Laboratory
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| Isothipendyl hydrochloride | 0.75 g |
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