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SpeedGel (Homeopathic Topical Analgesic Gel): Side Effects, Uses, Dosage, Interactions, Warnings

SpeedGel

Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP Last updated on RxList: 1/25/2023

Drug Summary

What Is SpeedGel?

SpeedGel Rx (Aconitum Napellus 3X HPUS, Arnica Montana 1X HPUS, Belladonna 3X HPUS, Bellis Perennis 1X HPUS, Calendula Officinalis 1X HPUS, Chamomilla 1X HPUS, Colchicinum 3X HPUS, Echinacea Angustifolia 1X HPUS, Echinacea Purpurea 1X HaPUS, Hamamelis Virginiana 1X HPUS, Hypericum Perforatum 1X HPUS, Millefolium 1X HPUS, Symphytum Officinale 3X HPUS, Zingiber Officinale 1X HPUS) is a homeopathic topical analgesic (pain reliever) gel used for the relief of pain and inflammation from arthritis or injuries such as:

  • sprains
  • strains
  • dislocations
  • repetitive/overuse injuries
  • traumatic edema
  • post surgical edema
  • general swelling of joints and soft tissues of the hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder, neck, back, knee, ankle, foot and toe and general aches and pains

What Are Side Effects of SpeedGel?

SpeedGel may cause serious side effects including:

  • hives,
  • difficulty breathing, and
  • swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat

Get medical help right away, if you have any of the symptoms listed above.

Common side effects of SpeedGel Rx include allergic skin reactions.

Seek medical care or call 911 at once if you have the following serious side effects:

  • Serious eye symptoms such as sudden vision loss, blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights;
  • Serious heart symptoms such as fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeats; fluttering in your chest; shortness of breath; and sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, or passing out;
  • Severe headache, confusion, slurred speech, arm or leg weakness, trouble walking, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady, very stiff muscles, high fever, profuse sweating, or tremors.

This document does not contain all possible side effects and others may occur. Check with your physician for additional information about side effects.

Dosage for SpeedGel

Apply a thin layer dose of SpeedGel Rx (1 drop covers an area of skin 2 inches by 2 inches) to the affected area 3-4 times over a 24-hour period, or as directed by a physician, and rub in gently.

What Drugs, Substances, or Supplements Interact with SpeedGel?

SpeedGel Rx may interact with other drugs. Tell your doctor all medications and supplements you use.

SpeedGel During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding

During pregnancy, SpeedGel Rx should be used only if prescribed. It has not been studied on pregnant women. It is unknown if SpeedGel Rx passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Additional Information

Our SpeedGel Rx (Aconitum Napellus 3X HPUS, Arnica Montana 1X HPUS, Belladonna 3X HPUS, Bellis Perennis 1X HPUS, Calendula Officinalis 1X HPUS, Chamomilla 1X HPUS, Colchicinum 3X HPUS, Echinacea Angustifolia 1X HPUS, Echinacea Purpurea 1X HaPUS, Hamamelis Virginiana 1X HPUS, Hypericum Perforatum 1X HPUS, Millefolium 1X HPUS, Symphytum Officinale 3X HPUS, Zingiber Officinale 1X HPUS) Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.

Description for SpeedGel

SpeedGel Rx® is a homeopathic topical analgesic gel that contains the ingredients listed below. Homeopathic ingredients have been used since the inception of this science and remain as an effective method of treating select conditions. It is an amber colored odorless gel for use externally to control inflammation and reduce pain.

It contains the following active ingredients:

Aconitum Napellus 3X HPUS, Arnica Montana 1X HPUS, Belladonna 3X HPUS, Bellis Perennis 1X HPUS, Calendula Officinalis 1X HPUS, Chamomilla 1X HPUS, Colchicinum 3X HPUS, Echinacea Angustifolia 1X HPUS, Echinacea Purpurea 1X HaPUS, Hamamelis Virginiana 1X HPUS, Hypericum Perforatum 1X HPUS, Millefolium 1X HPUS, Symphytum Officinale 3X HPUS, Zingiber Officinale 1X HPUS.

It also contains the following inactive ingredients:

Docusate sodium, Isopropyl myristate, Lecithin, Purified water, Sodium hydroxide, Urea.

Uses for SpeedGel

SpeedGel Rx® is indicated for the relief of pain and inflammation from: arthritis or injuries such as sprains, strains, dislocations, repetitive/overuse injuries, traumatic edema, post surgical edema, general swelling of joints and soft tissues of the hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder, neck, back, knee, ankle, foot and toe and general aches and pains.

Dosage for SpeedGel

Apply a thin layer (1 drop covers an area of skin 2 inches by 2 inches) to the affected area 3-4 times over a 24-hour period, or as directed by a physician, and rub in gently. Applications of less than 3-4 times a day will not produce optimum results. Excess drops may be wiped from the area. Safe to use on children over age of 2 years.

HOW SUPPLIED

Package Size: 1.01 fl oz (30mL) bottle

0.33 fl oz (10mL) bottle NDC 35781-0210-1
1.01 fl oz (30mL) bottle NDC 35781-0210-2

Manufactured for: Gensco Laboratories, LLC, Miami, FL 33122.

Side Effects for SpeedGel

Rarely, allergic skin reactions may occur. These effects are transient and will clear after a few days.

Drug Interactions for SpeedGel

No information provided.

Warnings for SpeedGel

For external use only. Direct patient not to ingest SpeedGel Rx® and to avoid contact with the eyes and mucous membranes, wounds, and damaged skin. If condition worsens, or if symptoms persist for more than seven days or clear up and occur again within a few days, patient should consult a doctor. If a rash develops, patient should discontinue use until rash clears. After the disappearance of rash, patient can try SpeedGel Rx® again on a test area and monitor the site for additional results. If no rash or redness results, then patient can resume use. However, if the rash persists or redevelops, use should be discontinued. Direct patient to keep this product out of reach of children and seek medical help or contact a Poison Control Center immediately if swallowed.

Precautions for SpeedGel

Use In Pregnancy

No human or animal studies on the effect of SpeedGel Rx® in pregnancy have been conducted.

Nursing Mothers

It is not known whether SpeedGel Rx® is excreted in breast milk.

Overdose Information for SpeedGel

No information provided.

Contraindications for SpeedGel

Known sensitivity to Arnica montana.

Clinical Pharmacology for SpeedGel

The exact pharmacology by which SpeedGel Rx® works to control aches and pains associated with arthritis or trauma (such as sprains, strains, dislocations, repetitive/overuse injuries, traumatic edema, post surgical edema, hematoma, general swelling of joints and soft tissues) to such areas as hands, wrist, elbow, shoulder, neck, back, knees, ankles, feet and toes is unknown. It is theorized that, according to traditional homeopathy, the following ingredients contribute in the following ways:

Ingredients Common Name Indications
Aconitum Napellus Monk's-hood Neuralgia, rheumatism, hemostasis, analgesia
Arnica Montana Mountain arnica Stimulates healing of injured tissues, wounds, contusions, hematomas, neuralgia, myalgia, analgesia
Belladonna Deadly nightshade Inflammation locally
Bellis Perennis Daisy Dislocations, bruising, reducing edema
Calendula Officinalis Calendula Analgesia, inflammation
Colchicinum Colchicine Inflammation and gout
Chamomilla Chamomile Inflammation, promotes healing of tissues
Echinacea Angustifolia Narrow leaf cone flower Inflammation and inhibits hyaluronidase
Echinacea Purpurea Purple cone flower Stimulates fibroblasts, inflammation
Hamamelis Virginiana Witch-hazel Astringent, analgesic, hematomas
Hypericum Perforatum St. John's wort Neuropathic pains
Millefolium Yarrow Hematomas, wound healing
Symphytum Officinale Comfrey Neuropathy, causalgia, contusions, periostitis
Zingiber Officinale Ginger Inflammation

Patient Information for SpeedGel

No information provided. Please refer to the WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS sections.

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