Dologel (Choline Salicylate 8.7% / Lidocaine 2%) 15gm

Medical Description

Dologel is a topical gel used to treat mouth ulcers. It also relieves in pain, swelling, redness, and burning sensation of the ulcers. It contains a combination of two ingredients, choline salicylate and lidocaine (also called lignocaine). Dologel is meant for topical application and should be used as directed by doctor. It should not be swallowed. Do not use it more than the recommended dose.

Uses of Dologel Gel 15gm

Dologel is used to provide temporary relief of pain and discomfort associated with mouth ulcers or injury due to any dental attachments.

Contraindications of Dologel Gel 15gm

If you are allergic to lidocaine or choline salicylate or any other ingredients of this gel.
If you have stomach ulcers or ulcers in any part of your gut or digestive tract.
If you have asthma or any airway or lung-related problem.
It should not be used in children and adolescents under the age of 16.

Side effects of Dologel Gel 15gm

Burning, redness or itching at application site.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if
You are taking aspirin or other salicylate-containing medicines as this gel already contains salicylate.
You have a fever, headache, nausea, vomiting and sore throat after treatment with this medicine.
Avoid contact with eyes, nose and do not swallow it while applying it in the mouth.
Dologel can cause numbness of the tongue. Hence, care should be taken while eating or drinking hot foods.
You experience any discomfort after the application of this gel.
Be careful when having hot liquid or food as components of this gel numb the surface of your mouth and make it easier to burn.

Mode of Action of Dologel Gel 15gm

How Does It Work?
Choline salicylate has anti-inflammatory properties. It works by blocking the action of chemical substances that are responsible for pain and inflammation.
Lidocaine is a local anaesthetic as it numbs the area where it is applied. It works by stopping nerves from sending pain signals to your brain.

Directions for Use of Dologel Gel 15gm

Use Dologel as directed by your doctor.
Wash your hands before and after using this medicine.
Take a small amount of gel onto your fingertip or a cotton bud.
Wipe it gently across the surface of your mouth ulcer.
You should not eat or drink anything for 30 minutes after applying this gel.
It is strictly for local (topical) application only and should not be swallowed.

Interactions of Dologel Gel 15gm

Interactions with other medicines
This gel is unlikely to interact with other medicines. However, you should tell your doctor if you are taking other medicines, herbal preparations or supplements.
Dologel may interfere with thinning blood medicines (Warfarin, Heparin, etc.) and medicines that are used to treat gout or a type of arthritis due to uric acid deposits in joints (colchicine, etc.).
Avoid the application of any other topical products after the application of this gel to avoid any possible side effects.

Storage and disposal of Dologel Gel 15gm

Store Dologel below 30°C in a clean and dry place.
Keep the medicine away from children and pets.

Dosage of Dologel Gel 15gm

Overdose
The excess of this gel may lead to salicylate toxicity, symptoms of which may include dizziness, ringing in the ears and deafness. If you experience any of the symptoms or if you have swallowed this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
Missing a dose of Dologel may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment. If you have missed an application, apply it as soon as possible. Do not overapply this medicine to compensate for the missed dose.