Xtra Cream
Product Info
| Prescription required | No |
| Marketer | Zee Laboratories |
| Active Ingredient | Aceclofenac (NA) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Dichlorobenzenes Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | PAIN ANALGESICS |
| Action Class | NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (acetic acid) |
| User Rating | 4.1 |
| User Reviews | 370 |
FAQ
Is Xtra a good painkiller?
Xtra is effective in relieving pain and inflammation. It is used to provide relief from various sorts of pain such as sprains, strains and other injuries. It is also helpful in the treatment of various types of arthritis, gout, pain and inflammation following surgery.
Is Xtra safe?
Xtra is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
How to use Xtra?
Before using Xtra, clean and dry the affected area. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Xtra gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.
What precautions do I need to take while using Xtra?
Be careful not to get Xtra into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Xtra if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Xtra with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Xtra only if prescribed by the doctor.
What should I do if I forget to use Xtra?
If you forget to use Xtra, do not worry and continue using Xtra as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
Xtra Cream Reviews
Xtra is a pain-relieving medicine. It effectively alleviates pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. It is commonly used in rheumatic pain, joint pain, muscle pain, and musculoskeletal pain.
Xtra is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the ointment. You must wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
There are no common side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or nursing mother. Please keep it out of reach of children to avoid harmful effects via licking.
Xtra is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the ointment. You must wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
There are no common side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or nursing mother. Please keep it out of reach of children to avoid harmful effects via licking.
How Xtra Cream Works
Xtra is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
How to Use Xtra Cream
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
Benefits of Xtra Cream
- In Pain relief: Xtra belongs to a group of medicines called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used for short-term relief of pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Uses of Xtra Cream
- Pain relief
Xtra Cream Side Effects
Safety Tips
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Xtra is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.The baby's skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of Xtra via licking.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Xtra during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Do not apply to broken, diseased, infected, inflamed or irritated skin, or to open wounds.
- Gently massage it into the skin of the affected area.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
- It may increase the risk of sunburn. Avoid exposing the treated area of skin to excessive sunlight.
- Don't cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages as these may increase the risk of side effects.
- Don't use it for longer than 14 days unless recommended by your doctor.
- Xtra is applied to the skin to relieve inflammation and pain of joints and muscles.
- It is less likely to cause less side effects as compared to oral medication.