FORMIC ALCOHOL

INSTRUCTION FOR MEDICAL USE OF THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT FORMIC ALCOHOL

Composition:

Active substance: formic acid;

100 ml of the preparation contains 1.4 g of formic acid;

Excipient: ethanol 70%.

Pharmaceutical form. Solution for external use, alcoholic.

Main physicochemical properties: clear, colorless liquid with a characteristic sharp odor.

Pharmacotherapeutic group. Agents applied locally for joint and muscular pain.

ATC code M02AX10.

Pharmacological properties.

Formic alcohol belongs to agents that stimulate sensory nerve endings. Due to stimulation of skin and subcutaneous tissue receptors, the drug exerts not only a reflexive but also a general humoral effect. Stimulation of receptors by Formic alcohol is accompanied by enhanced production and release of endorphins, dynorphins, and peptides that play an important role in regulation of pain sensations, vascular permeability, and other processes.

Clinical characteristics.

Indications.

Neuralgias, myositis, arthralgias.

Contraindications.

Hypersensitivity to the drug. Eczema, inflammatory and infectious skin diseases localized in the area of application, as well as allergic diseases.

Special precautions.

Avoid contact of the drug with mucous membranes and eyes.

Do not violate the instructions for use of the medicinal product, as this may harm health.

Interaction with other medicinal products and other types of interactions.

When used simultaneously with drugs containing organic compounds, new compounds may form, as well as denaturation of protein components.

When using any other medicinal products concurrently, inform your physician.

Special precautions for use.

Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

During pregnancy and breastfeeding, the use of the drug is possible only when the expected benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus or infant.

Ability to influence the reaction rate when driving vehicles or operating other machinery.

Has no effect.

Method of Administration and Dosage.

Formic alcohol is used externally for rubbing the affected area of the body. The frequency of application and duration of treatment are determined by the nature and severity of the disease.

Children.

Not used in children under 12 years of age.

Overdose.

Not observed.

Side effects.

Possible severe skin irritation, rash, blister formation.

If any adverse reactions occur, consult a physician.

Shelf life. 3 years.

Do not use the product after the expiry date stated on the packaging.

Storage conditions.

Store in the original packaging at a temperature not exceeding 25 °C.

Keep out of reach of children.

Packaging.

50 ml in bottles, in cardboard boxes or without boxes.

Supply category. Over-the-counter.

Manufacturer/Applicant.

LLC "Ternopharm"

Manufacturer's address and place of business.

LLC "Ternopharm"

46010, Ternopil, Fabrychna St., 4, Ukraine.

Tel./fax: (0352) 521-444, www.ternopharm.com.ua