GlaxoSmithKline - Fenistil Gel

🧴 Description

GlaxoSmithKline Fenistil Gel is a topical antihistamine gel formulated to provide fast relief from itching (pruritus) associated with skin allergies, insect bites, hives (urticaria), sunburn, superficial burns, and various itchy skin conditions (dermatoses).

Its active ingredient, Dimetindene Maleate, blocks the action of histamine, helping to quickly reduce itching and irritation within minutes. The gel also provides a pleasant cooling sensation and a mild local anesthetic effect to soothe the affected area.

Fenistil Gel penetrates the skin rapidly, is non-greasy, and is free from alcohol, fragrance, and colorants, making it suitable for both adults and children.

✅ Benefits

• Quickly relieves itching and skin irritation.
• Helps soothe insect bites and stings.
• Provides relief from sunburn and superficial burns.
• Effective for hives (urticaria) and itchy skin conditions.
• Cooling and soothing effect on the skin.
• Fast-absorbing, non-greasy formula.
• Free from alcohol, fragrances, and colorants.
• Suitable for adults and children.

💡 How to Use

Apply a thin layer to the affected area 2 to 4 times daily for up to 7 days, or as directed by your healthcare professional.

Consult a doctor if symptoms do not improve within one week.

🔬 Key Active Ingredient

• Dimetindene Maleate 0.1% – An antihistamine that helps relieve itching, redness, and irritation caused by allergic skin reactions, insect bites, and minor burns.

🧪 Ingredients (INCI)

Active Ingredient:

• Dimetindene Maleate 0.1%

Other Ingredients:
Purified Water (Aqua), Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hydroxide (30% Solution), Carbomer (Carbopol 974 P), Disodium Edetate, Benzalkonium Chloride.

⚠️ Caution

• For external use only.
• Do not apply to large areas of damaged, broken, or severely burned skin.
• Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth, and mucous membranes.
• Do not exceed the recommended duration of use.
• Consult your doctor if symptoms persist, worsen, or if any side effects occur.
• Keep out of reach of children.