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Fastum Gel: Uses, Dosage & Side Effects in Pakistan

Fastum Gel (Ketoprofen) ke quick uses, dose guide, side effects, warnings, aur buying price range.

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated:

Prescription

Form

TABLET

Strength

Ketoprofen 2.5%

Manufacturer

Pharmatec Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd.

Estimated price

Rs. 395.69

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Important warnings

  • Avoid using Fastum Gel if you are allergic to ketoprofen or NSAIDs
  • Do not use if you have a history of severe gastrointestinal bleeding

Fastum Gel Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Price in Pakistan

1. Quick Info (Mukhtasir Maloomat)

FieldDetails
Brand NameFastum
Generic NameKetoprofen
StrengthKetoprofen 2.5%
FormGel
Drug ClassNSAID (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug)
ManufacturerPharmatec Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd.
PrescriptionRx (doctor ke baghair na lein)
PriceRs. 180 - 350 approx
Packaging20g tube

2. What is Fastum Gel? (Fastum Gel kya hai)

Fastum Gel is a medicine commonly prescribed in Pakistan for pain and inflammation relief. It contains the active ingredient Ketoprofen, which belongs to the NSAID (Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) class. This gel targets inflammatory pathways in the body to provide symptomatic relief. Following the doctor's prescription regarding dosage and duration is crucial for effective treatment.

3. Uses (Fayde / Kis kaam aati hai)

  • Muscle pain (dard se aaraam)
  • Joint pain
  • Back pain (dard se aaraam)
  • Sprains (doctor ke mashware se istemal)
  • Strains
  • Arthritis pain
  • Sports injuries (doctor ke mashware se istemal)
  • Tendon inflammation

4. Who Should Take (Kis ko leni chahiye)

  • Individuals with muscle pain
  • People suffering from joint pain
  • Patients experiencing back pain
  • Athletes recovering from sports injuries

5. When NOT to Take (Kab nahi leni chahiye)

  • If you are allergic to ketoprofen or NSAIDs
  • If you have a history of gastrointestinal bleeding
  • If you suffer from severe liver disease

6. Dosage (Kitni leni hai)

  • As prescribed
  • Weight-based dose
  • Recommended limit se zyada na len
  • Agar dose bhool jayein to yaad aane par le lein. Agar agli dose ka waqt qareeb ho to dose skip karein. Double dose kabhi na lein.

7. How to Take (Kaise leni hai)

  • Once daily (roz ek dafa)
  • Same time (har din aik hi waqt)
  • Morning preferred (subah lena behtar)
  • With or without food (khane ke sath ya baghair)

8. Best Time (Kab leni chahiye)

  • Morning (subah)
  • Daily same time (routine maintain karein)

9. Empty Stomach or After Food (Khali pait ya khane ke baad)

  • Dono taraf se le sakte hain — khali pait ya khane ke baad. Agar stomach sensitive ho to khane ke baad lena behtar hai.

10. Warnings (Ihtiyat)

  • Avoid using Fastum Gel if you are allergic to ketoprofen or NSAIDs
  • Do not use if you have a history of severe gastrointestinal bleeding

11. Precautions (Ahm ehtiyaat)

  • Cool aur dry jagah rakhein
  • Direct sunlight se door rakhein
  • Bachon ki pahunch se door rakhein

12. Side Effects (Nuksanat)

  • Skin redness, Mild itching, Burning sensation
  • Dry skin, Skin peeling, Local swelling

13. Drug Interactions (Dawaon ke sath reaction)

  • Other NSAIDs
  • Anticoagulants

BP zyada gir sakta hai — danger ho sakta hai.

14. When to See Doctor (Kab doctor ke paas jayein)

  • Severe stomach pain
  • Chest pain
  • Behoshi (fainting)

15. Alternatives (Sasti Dusri Dawaein)

Brand NameCompanySalt (Generic)
KetofenPharmatec Pakistan (Pvt.) Ltd.Ketoprofen
Alternative brandVariousKetoprofen

16. Price in Pakistan (Price kitni hai)

Pack SizePrice (Approx)
20g tubeRs. 180 - 350 approx

(Note: Price pharmacy aur packing size par depend karti hai)

17. FAQs (Aksar poochay jane walay sawalat)

Q: Fastum Gel kis kaam aati hai?

A: Fastum Gel doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Q: Kitni mg ki Fastum Gel hoti hai?

A: Exact strength brand aur form ke mutabiq change hoti hain. Pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Q: Pakistan mein Fastum Gel ka price kitna hai?

A: Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Q: Pregnancy mein Fastum Gel safe hai?

A: Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Q: Fastum Gel ke nuksanat kya hain?

A: Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

18. Medical Review (Medical jaiza)

Compiled by the PakVita Editorial Team · AI-assisted drafting with editorial review · Sourced from DRAP, WHO, BNF · Last updated: 2026-03-30 Last Updated: 2026-04-23

19. Disclaimer (Zaroori tanbeeh)

Is page ki maloomat sirf awareness ke liye hai. Yeh medical advice nahi hai. Koi bhi dawa lene se pehle apne doctor ya pharmacist se zaroor milein. PakVita kisi bhi nuksaan ki zimmedari nahi leta.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Fastum Gel kis kaam aati hai?

Fastum Gel doctor condition ke mutabiq prescribe karte hain. PakVita par iske uses aur kaise lena hai detail mein dekh sakte hain.

Kitni mg ki Fastum Gel hoti hai?

Exact strength brand aur form ke mutabiq change hoti hain. Pack label aur doctor ki advice follow karein.

Pakistan mein Fastum Gel ka price kitna hai?

Price pharmacy aur city ke hisab se vary kar sakti hai. Updated daam ke liye local store ya online listing verify karein.

Pregnancy mein Fastum Gel safe hai?

Pregnancy mein koi bhi medicine self-use na karein. Is medicine ka use hamesha doctor se pooch kar hi karein.

Fastum Gel ke nuksanat kya hain?

Common nuksanat mild ho sakte hain lekin severe symptoms par foran doctor se rabta karein. Dose overdose se bachna bohat zaroori hai.

Sources

  1. DRAP Registered Products Database Drug Regulatory Authority of Pakistan
  2. WHO Model List of Essential Medicines, 23rd ed. (2023) World Health Organization
  3. British National Formulary (BNF) BMJ Group & Pharmaceutical Press

Medical disclaimer

This page is for educational use only and does not replace professional medical advice. Always confirm diagnosis, dose, and interactions with a qualified doctor or pharmacist before starting or changing any medicine.