Topical Bruise & Pain Relief Gel

Topical pain gels work via two distinct mechanisms:

• Aescin (Horse Chestnut): Inhibits hyaluronidase and increases venous tone, strengthening capillary walls and reducing plasma leakage under the skin.
• Diclofenac (NSAID): Penetrates skin into soft tissue and inhibits COX-1, COX-2, reducing inflammatory mediators and pain at the injury site.
• Complementary: Aescin manages bleeding/swelling; Diclofenac manages inflammation/pain.

Covers a range of soft-tissue injuries:

• Bruises, haematomas, purple discolouration: from impact, falls, sports — Aescin reduces capillary leakage.
• Sprains and ankle rolls: stretched ligaments and muscles — Diclofenac reduces inflammation.
• Overuse muscle pain: office syndrome, intense exercise.
• Tendon and joint inflammation: tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, knee overuse pain.
• Post-injury swelling: Aescin reduces oedema faster than ice alone.

Decide by injury mechanism, not brand:

• Choose Aescin (e.g. Reparil Gel-N) for: impact bruising, purple/green/yellow marks, subcutaneous haematomas, swelling without severe inflammation — safe for NSAID-allergic users.
• Choose Diclofenac (e.g. Uniren Spray or other brands like Voltaren, Difelene) for: muscle inflammation, hot inflamed sprains, tendon/joint pain.
• Combined use: for inflamed bruises, apply Aescin first then Diclofenac.

Correct application maximises efficacy:

• Clean skin first: wash with water, pat dry — medication absorbs better.
• Right amount: Aescin gel — coin-sized dab per 5×5 cm area; Diclofenac spray — 2-3 sprays per spot.
• Massage gently until absorbed: circular or one-direction motion, no residue.
• Frequency: 3-4 times daily, 4-6 hour intervals, no more than 7-14 days per label.
• Wash hands after each application: prevent contact with eyes, nose, mouth.

Topical preparations are safer but still have precautions:

• Skin irritation, itching, redness: in around 1-3% of users, usually first 1-2 days. Discontinue if severe.
• Contact dermatitis: allergic rash at application site — wash off and seek medical advice.
• NSAID-allergic users: if reacted to oral Aspirin, Ibuprofen, or Diclofenac, avoid topical NSAIDs and use Aescin.
• Avoid in 3rd trimester pregnancy: topical NSAIDs may affect the ductus arteriosus.
• Do not apply on open wounds, irritated skin, or near eyes/nose/mouth.

Topical vs oral choice depends on symptom pattern:

• Topical for: localised pain, surface injuries, mild bruises/sprains — local tissue concentrations 4-7× higher than oral.
• Oral for: widespread pain, severe inflammation — see pain relievers for Ibuprofen, Mefenamic, Paracetamol.
• Combined use: topical NSAID + oral Paracetamol is safe; topical + high-dose oral NSAID needs pharmacist guidance.
• Elderly and stomach-sensitive users: topical NSAIDs are first-line for localised osteoarthritis.

RICE is the standard first-aid protocol for soft-tissue injuries in the first 48-72 hours:

• R — Rest: stop using the injured area to prevent re-injury.
• I — Ice: wrapped ice pack 15-20 min every 2-3 hours, reduces blood pooling.
• C — Compression: elastic bandage firmly but not tight enough to numb.
• E — Elevation: raise injured area above heart level.
• Supportive topical: after 24-48 hours, use Aescin gel for bruise resolution or Diclofenac topical for inflammation.

At Intimo Life buy Thai FDA-approved topical bruise products online:

• Reparil Gel-N (Aescin Gel): bruise/haematoma/swelling gel, cooling formula, 40g — fits in your first-aid kit.
• Uniren Spray (Diclofenac Spray): spray for inflammation, muscle pain, sprains; reaches hard-to-access spots like back, shoulder.
• Pharmacist consult before ordering: chat via Line @intimo for symptom-matched recommendations.
• Nationwide delivery: plain packaging, dispatched in 24 hours — see also oral pain relievers.