GEVKAMEN
UkraineThe drug is used for the symptomatic treatment of neuralgia, myalgia, arthritis, rheumatism, and sciatica. It helps relieve joint and muscle pain and has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial effects.
Frequently asked questions
How should Gevkamen ointment be used correctly?
Apply 2–3 g of the ointment to the affected area of the body and the surrounding skin, rubbing it in until fully absorbed, 2–3 times daily. Hands should be washed thoroughly after each use.
What are the possible side effects of Gevkamen?
Possible allergic reactions (redness, itching, rash, urticaria), headache, dizziness, or convulsions may occur. Skin irritation may occur at the application site.
Who should not use this drug?
The product is contraindicated in cases of hypersensitivity to the components, presence of wounds at the application site, dermatitis, eczema, pertussis, as well as in individuals prone to convulsions or bronchospasm.
Can the ointment be applied to mucous membranes or in the eyes?
No, the product must not be applied to mucous membranes. If the ointment accidentally gets into the eyes, they must be rinsed immediately with water and a doctor must be consulted.
Can the product be used by children?
The use of the drug is not recommended for children under 12 years of age.
Can the ointment be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?
For pregnant and breastfeeding women, the drug may only be prescribed by a physician if the benefit to the woman outweighs the potential risk to the child.
What is felt during the application of the ointment?
Upon application to the skin, a sensation of cold is initially felt, followed by warmth, mild burning, and tingling.
Instructions for use
INSTRUCTION FOR MEDICAL USE OF THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT HEVAKAMEN
Composition:
Active substances: levomenthol, camphor, eucalyptus oil, clove oil;
1 g of ointment contains: levomenthol – 180 mg, camphor – 100 mg, eucalyptus oil – 100 mg, clove oil – 10 mg;
Excipients: paraffin, soft yellow paraffin.
Pharmaceutical form. Ointment.
Main physicochemical properties: white or yellowish ointment with a characteristic odor. The ointment should be homogeneous in appearance.
Pharmacotherapeutic group.
Topical preparations used for joint and muscular pain. ATC code M02AX10.
Pharmacological properties.
Pharmacodynamics.
When applied externally, the drug stimulates skin nerve endings and exerts a distracting, local analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial effect in inflammation, joint and muscle pain.
Pharmacokinetics.
Not studied.
Clinical characteristics.
Indications.
Symptomatic treatment of neuralgia, myalgia, arthritis, rheumatism, sciatica.
Contraindications.
Hypersensitivity to any of the components of the drug. Skin lesions at the site of application, dermatitis, whooping cough, eczema, predisposition to bronchospasm or seizures.
Special precautions for use.
Do not apply to mucous membranes! Avoid contact with eyes. If the ointment accidentally gets into the eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical advice immediately.
When rubbed into the skin, it causes a sensation of cold, followed by warmth, mild burning, and tingling.
Do not apply the ointment to damaged skin.
Hands should be thoroughly washed after each application.
If strong skin irritation occurs, discontinue rubbing in the ointment.
Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction.
Unknown.
Special precautions.
Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
The treatment is prescribed by a physician to pregnant women and women during breastfeeding only if the expected benefit to the woman outweighs the potential risk to the fetus/child.
Ability to affect reaction speed when driving or operating machinery.
Has no effect.
Method of Administration and Dosage.
Apply the ointment externally by rubbing it in.
Apply 2–3 g of the preparation 2–3 times daily, gently rubbing it into the affected area and adjacent skin until completely absorbed.
The frequency of application and duration of treatment course are determined by the physician depending on the nature and severity of the disease, the therapeutic effect achieved, and the type of background therapy.
Children.
The product is not recommended for children under 12 years of age.
Overdose.
Sensation of intense warmth and burning at the application site or worsening of adverse reactions. Allergic reactions (urticaria, skin itching) in cases of hypersensitivity to the product. Symptomatic treatment is recommended.
Adverse reactions.
Immune system disorders: allergic reactions are possible, including skin redness, itching, rash, urticaria, contact dermatitis.
Nervous system disorders: headache, dizziness; seizures possibly caused by camphor may occur.
Application site reactions: skin redness, itching; dermatitis may occur in children.
Shelf life. 3 years.
Storage conditions.
Store in the original packaging at a temperature not exceeding 25 °C.
Keep out of reach of children.
Packaging. 20 g in containers.
Supply category. Over-the-counter (without prescription).
Manufacturer.
JSC "FITOPHARM".
Manufacturer's address and place of business.
7 Sibitseva Street, city of Bakhmut, Donetsk region, 84500, Ukraine.
Marketing authorization holder.
JSC "FITOPHARM".
Address of the marketing authorization holder.
7, Verkhovnoyi Rady Boulevard, building 7, 3rd floor, room 18, Kyiv, 02100, Ukraine.
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Data source: State Register of Medicinal Products of Ukraine
Data last verified: August 13, 2026