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Does Using Flectar Patch For Tooth Pain Cause Side Effects?

Had a tooth ache this morning. No not a regular tooth ache!!! A full blown sharp shooting pain with an obvious abscess and throbbing pain! Dentist are all on vacation! I didn't have any choice but to try a small patch of diclofenac epolamine..... it worked really well after about 20 minutes It was about a 1 inch X 1 inch patch I cut out with some scissors. I know it was self prescribed and an "off label" use but should I look out for any side effects?
Wed, 19 Jul 2017
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Hi..
Well Flectar patch is a non steroidal anti inflammatory composition and is helpful in relieving moderate pain episodes..

Although every individual does not suffer adverse effects from application of this pain reliever patch and commonly seen reaction is application site irritation and inflammation..

So if you are not having any adverse reactions then it is fine or else you can consult an Emergency room and get evaluated and oral painkillers for severe pain like Tramadol and Ketorolac can be advised along with a combination of antibiotics to reduce Infection..

Hope this helps.
Regards..
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Does Using Flectar Patch For Tooth Pain Cause Side Effects?

Hi.. Well Flectar patch is a non steroidal anti inflammatory composition and is helpful in relieving moderate pain episodes.. Although every individual does not suffer adverse effects from application of this pain reliever patch and commonly seen reaction is application site irritation and inflammation.. So if you are not having any adverse reactions then it is fine or else you can consult an Emergency room and get evaluated and oral painkillers for severe pain like Tramadol and Ketorolac can be advised along with a combination of antibiotics to reduce Infection.. Hope this helps. Regards..