Vantelin Kowa Creamy Gel α 60 g [Class 2 OTC Drug]

Product Information

Topical analgesic and anti-inflammatory medicine

Vantelin Kowa Creamy Gel α is a formulation independently developed by Kowa's researchers, containing a triple pain-relief formula (indometacin, l-menthol, arnica tincture) that relieves muscle and joint pain.
1. When rubbed into the painful area, the active ingredients begin to penetrate.
2. It relieves pain in the affected area directly.
The active ingredients that reach the affected area act directly

When rubbed into the skin surface, the medicine penetrates, so it feels smooth after use, does not leave your hands sticky, and its smell is not bothersome.

Deviating from the specified dosage and administration of a medicine can lead to serious harm to health. Always read the product instructions carefully before use and follow the dosage and administration. Even when a medicine is used correctly according to the dosage and administration, side effects may occur. If you notice anything unusual, stop use immediately and consult a doctor or pharmacist.

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●Precautions for Use
■■Things You Must Not Do■■ (If you do not follow these, your current symptoms may worsen or side effects may be more likely to occur.)
1. The following persons must not use this medicine.
(1) Persons who have had allergic symptoms caused by this medicine or its ingredients.
(2) Persons who have had asthma.
(3) Children under 11 years.
2. Do not use on the following areas.
(1) Around the eyes, mucous membranes, etc.
(2) Eczema, rashes (contact dermatitis), wounds.
(3) Affected areas with athlete's foot, ringworm, etc., or that are festering.
3. Do not use continuously for a long period.
■■Things To Consult On■■
1. The following persons should consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesclerk before using this medicine.
(1) Persons receiving treatment from a doctor.
(2) Persons who are pregnant or who think they may be pregnant.
(3) Persons who have had allergic symptoms caused by medicines, etc.
2. If any of the following symptoms appear after using this medicine, they may be side effects. Stop using it immediately and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesclerk, bringing this package insert with you.

Relevant Area – Symptoms
Skin – Rash/redness, itching, swelling, stinging sensation, feeling of heat, feeling of dryness

3. If symptoms do not improve after using this medicine for 5 to 6 days, stop using it and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered salesclerk, bringing this package insert with you.



●Indications
Shoulder pain associated with stiff shoulders, muscle pain, low back pain, joint pain, tenosynovitis (pain in the hand or wrist), elbow pain (tennis elbow, etc.), bruises, sprains



●Dosage and Administration
Rub an appropriate amount into the affected area, up to a maximum of 4 times a day.

<Precautions related to dosage and administration>
1. Strictly follow the dosage and administration.
2. When letting a child aged 11 years or older use this medicine, do so under the guidance and supervision of a parent or guardian.
3. Be careful not to get it in your eyes.
If it does get in your eyes, rinse them immediately with water or lukewarm water.
If symptoms are severe, see an ophthalmologist.
4. For external use only.
5. Do not use more than 50 g per week.
6. Do not cover the affected area with plastic wrap film or other poorly ventilated material after rubbing in the medicine.



●Ingredients and Amounts
Per 1 g
Ingredient – Amount – Action
Indometacin – 10 mg
– A non-steroidal analgesic and anti-inflammatory ingredient that relieves muscle and joint pain.

l-Menthol – 30 mg
– Gives a cooling sensation and eases pain.

Tocopherol acetate – 20 mg
– Improves peripheral blood flow and eases symptoms such as stiff-shoulder pain and low back pain.

Arnica tincture (1 mg as arnica) – 5 mg
– Extracted from arnica, a plant of the Asteraceae family; eases inflammation and pain.

[Additives] octyldodecyl myristate, diisopropyl adipate, carboxyvinyl polymer, hypromellose, sorbitan stearate, glyceryl stearate, polysorbate 60, sodium edetate, sodium bisulfite, diisopropanolamine, isopropanol



●Precautions for Storage and Handling
1. Avoid high temperatures, and store tightly closed in a cool place away from direct sunlight.
2. Store out of the reach of children.
3. Do not transfer to another container. (This may cause misuse or change the quality.)
4. Do not touch your eyes or other mucous membranes with hands that have this medicine on them.
5. If this medicine gets on clothing, bedding, etc. and stains them, wash it off with water or detergent as soon as possible.
6. It may damage metals such as glasses, watches, and accessories, as well as clothing, plastics, and painted surfaces such as floors and furniture, so be careful not to let it come into contact with them.
7. Keep away from fire.
8. Do not use the product after the expiration date (shown on the outer box and tube).

[Other information in the package insert] [How to use the container]
1. The inside of the nozzle is sealed.
2. When using for the first time, insert the projection on the top of the cap straight into the hole of the nozzle to pierce the inner seal before use.

●Because this is a soft formulation, it may squirt out if the tube is pressed hard, so do not squeeze the tube hard.
●After use, wipe off any medicine remaining on the nozzle and be careful not to let it get on surrounding things.
●Always close the cap tightly after use.



●Contact Information
For inquiries about this product, please contact the store where you purchased it or the following.
Kowa Company, Ltd. Pharmaceutical Division Customer Consultation Center
TEL 03-3279-7755
FAX 03-3279-7566
Hours: Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays) 9:00 to 17:00
●Kowa product website

Manufacturer and Distributor
Kowa Company, Ltd.
〒103-8433 東京都中央区日本橋本町三丁目4-14