Ben-Gay is a strong analgesic cream used to improve the quality of joints and muscle fibers. Can be produced in the form of balm( for athletes).
Pharmacological action of the drug is to increase blood flow to the area of application of the cream. Also, Ben-Gay is a strong irritant of the skin receptors, due to which rapid expansion of capillaries occurs.
Also it allows to eliminate unpleasant sensations in the process of physical activity and has a warming effect on the muscles.
Content
- article How it works
- When recommended for use
- Contraindications
- mechanism of action for the application and dosage instructions
- Overdose and the additional guidance
- Pregnancy and lactation
- opinion people
- doctors say about the drug
- Pros and cons of the drug
- time to the pharmacy?
- Related tools
How it works
The pharmacodynamic effect is to provoke a sense of heat at the place of use of the cream. The heating action allows you to relieve tension, discomfort and spasms, and increase blood flow.
Each of these effects manifests itself in organs located near the application area: mainly tendons and joints. Absorbed through the skin, the drug is able to minimize pain manifestations.
When recommended for use
Indications for use are: 
- joint disease - reduces the stiffness of movements in arthritis, osteochondrosis, radiculitis;
- pain in the muscles - heats and pains, facilitating the rapid removal of lactic acid;
- lumbago( intense back pain) - analgesic, eliminates spasm;
- injury - removes pain.
Contraindications
These include:
- skin irritation - the active substance menthol causes flushing( expansion) of the vessels, which in this case threatens with the appearance of acne and erythema( strong reddening of the treated area).
- open wounds - the drug is able to cause inflammatory diseases of the skin, as well as aggravate the condition of the site in violation of integrity;
- Hypersensitivity - Ben-Gay components may cause severe allergic reactions;
- children's age - a child under 12 years of age should not take the drug because of the possibility of CNS depression( central nervous system).
Also, do not use the cream in the area of the lips, genitals and apply to the mucous membrane. It is not recommended to apply together with thermal procedures.
Mechanism of Action
The drug is used for topical treatment. Included in its composition, menthol dilates blood vessels and has an irritating effect. Methylsallicidal is rapidly absorbed, anesthetizing the application site and relieving tension in the muscles. There is a feeling of warmth.
Also, the drug can increase the time of physical activity under the influence of large loads.
Also due to the effect of warming, spasms and related pains disappear. Through the intact skin area, the drug penetrates the body and exerts a local action. Significant muscle relaxation with the drug has a beneficial effect on the joints.
Instructions for Use and Dosages
Some amount of ointment is rubbed into a small area of the skin.
If necessary, the procedure is repeated up to 4 times a day. Balm for athletes is used in large areas.
Detailed algorithm for using Bengay:
- from the tube is squeezed out some amount of ointment( the size of a pea);
- is evenly distributed to the problem area( approximately 10 cm radius);
- slowly, in a circular motion, rubbed in for 3-5 minutes.
When used by athletes, the amount of ointment increases approximately 3-fold.
Overdose and additional indications
It is observed mainly in children who accidentally took the drug inside. Use of the drug in large doses for external application in rare cases causes:
- nausea;
- vomiting;
- abdominal pain;
- drowsiness;
- increase in the depth of breathing;
- unstable gait;
- dizziness;
- tides of blood to the face area.
Eliminates state data with symptomatic effects. Do not self-medicate. This can only lead to a worsening of the condition.
Side effect of the drug is the development of hypersensitivity to the components of the drug. Also, allergic reactions in the form of itching, hives, skin rashes, redness of the application area are possible.
Specific instructions include:
- the preparation is intended for external use only;
- should be discontinued if severe irritation occurs;Do not use
- together with heating compressors;
- Avoid contact with mucous membranes, eyes, skin areas with severe irritation.
If pain persists more than 10 days, stop receiving and consult a specialist. Do not dispose of this product in sewage.
Also Ben-Gay does not affect the ability to drive vehicles and manage complex machinery.
Alcohol can increase the inhibitory effect of the drug on the nervous system. Also it should be used with caution in cases of liver and kidney disorders.
Interaction with other drugs occurs in the case of their local influence. Joint application in this situation improves their absorption.
Pregnancy and lactation
The drug is contraindicated in the third trimester of bearing a child. The medicinal substance easily penetrates the placental barrier, as well as into the woman's milk. This can adversely affect the life of the fetus.
The doctor assesses the potential benefits and risks for the woman's organism, as well as her child, before prescribing the drug. An unpleasant consequence of taking the drug may be prolonged labor.
Children can be used from 12 years. This is due to the possibility of misuse of the drug.
Opinion of the people
Patients, applying Ben-Gay, respond to the drug both from the positive and from the negative sides.
Very quickly relieves pain, but has a rather sharp smell. After weeding the beds, the loins constantly ached and the legs swelled. With the ointment of BenGey, all problems were gone after the first time.
Alina
Ointment is cheap and acts quickly. At a time when strong painkillers were not enough, and serious drugs were not acceptable, I used Ben Gay.
Valentine
The smell of ointment is just thermonuclear, but the effect is worth it. With her help, she took off the pain after an ankle dislocation. Pleasantly cools and quickly absorbed »
Larissa
One can also cite one example of buyers' advice: I recommend everyone to have Ben-Gay in the medicine cabinet, but be ready for a sharp smell.
Doctors talk about the drug
Reviews of doctors who use Ben-Gay in their practice.
Advantages and disadvantages of
Proceeding from the experience of practical application, it is possible to single out the main advantages:
rapid anesthetic of joints;
- high efficiency;
- strong thermal effect;
- possibility of application at high physical loads and in sports.
Minus ointment can be called only a very sharp smell.
It's time to go to the pharmacy?
White cream( like sports balsam) is sold in an aluminum tube enclosed in a cardboard box. The volume of tuba is 50 g. 
Balsam is also produced in the form of a cream for athletes. He acts stronger and for a shorter period.
Used for external use. The price of one tube of Ben-Gay in the region of 300 rubles.
Stored at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C.shelf life is 2 years. In pharmacies, the drug is dispensed without a prescription. The officially approved instruction is developed by the manufacturer.
Related tools
Ben Gay drug can be replaced by analogs:
- Benalgin;
- Datura sheet;
- Heparin ointment;
- Lavenum.
Russian pharmaceutical production also produces similar products: Bom-Benge, Bengin.
The drug is perfect for people who have problems with joints, engage in physical activity or need rehabilitation after trauma.
If you have any of these ailments, it is worth paying attention to the popular drug BenGey, featuring accessibility and high efficiency.
