Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel is clinically proven to relieve pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis and can also be used to muscle and joint injuries such as sprains, strains, bruises, backache and sports injuries and tendonitis.
This medicine can only be sold under the supervision of a Pharmacist, therefore you will need to answer a few short questions so our Pharmacist can ensure this product is suitable for you.
Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel is clinically proven to relieve pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis; a clinical study has shown that it is as effective as taking 400mg oral ibuprofen for arthritis of the fingers (you may need to apply the gel for up to 7 days to allow its effect to build up on the joint and before an improvement in pain is noticed). As well as treating mild arthritis, it can be used to treat muscle and joint injuries such as sprains, strains, bruises, backache and sports injuries and tendonitis (e.g. tennis elbow).
Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel targets the painful area, providing localised relief from pain and inflammation to help get you moving again. It contains the active ingredient diclofenac, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that works by blocking production of some of the body's chemicals that cause pain, tenderness and swelling (inflammation). Emulgel technology helps the gel to penetrate deeply into the skin to enhance delivery of diclofenac to the point of pain while offering a cooling effect to ease the painful and red areas of the body. Applying the gel 3 or 4 times a day produces a reservoir of the active ingredient diclofenac in your skin to provide a sustained source of diclofenac. Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel is available in 30g, 50g, 100g and 180g tubes. The 100g and 180g tubes feature an easy to open cap designed for arthritis sufferers.
Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your pharmacist has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
Adults and adolescents 14 years and over:
Gently squeeze out a small amount of gel from the tube or press firmly and evenly on the nozzle of the dispenser and apply to the painful or swollen area, slowly rubbing into the skin.
Apply 3 to 4 times a day. Allow at least 4 hours between applications of the gel. Do not apply more than 4 times in any 24 hour period.
The amount needed will vary depending on the size of the painful or swollen area; an amount ranging in size from a 1 penny to a 2 pence piece (2 to 4g) will usually be sufficient.
You may notice a slight cooling effect when you rub the gel in.
Only use the smallest amount of Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel needed to relieve your pain but never use more than 16g per day and 112g in one week.
You can apply the gel to a maximum of 2 joints (such as your knees or elbows). If you need to apply it to more than 2 joints, consult your doctor.
Do not rub the gel into cuts, open wounds or any other area where the skin is abnormal. After rubbing the gel into the skin, do not cover with bandages or sticking plaster.
The gel is for external use only. Do not use it in your mouth. Be careful not to get the gel in your eyes. If this happens, rinse your eyes with clean water and tell your doctor.
Wash your hands after rubbing in Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel, unless your hands are the site being treated.
Do not use Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel for more than 14 days unless longer treatment is recommended by a doctor. For arthritis pain, you may need to apply the gel for up to 7 days (to allow its effect to build up on the joint) before you notice an improvement in your pain. If the pain and swelling do not improve within 7 days, or worsen, speak to your doctor.
In children aged 14 years and over, if this product is required for more than 7 days for pain relief or if the symptoms worsen the patient/parents of the adolescent is/are advised to consult a doctor.
This medicine is not recommended for use in children under 14 years of age.
Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel contains propylene glycol and benzyl benzoate which may cause mild localised skin irritation in some people.
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, or have recently taken, any other medicines, including those obtained without a prescription.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel must not be used during the last 3 months of pregnancy, as it could harm your unborn child. Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel should only be used under medical advice during the first 6 months of pregnancy and the dose should be kept as low and duration of treatment as short as possible. Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel should only be used under medical advice during breastfeeding as diclofenac passes into breast milk in small amounts. However, Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel should not be applied on the breasts of nursing mothers nor elsewhere on large areas of skin or for a prolonged period of time.
Do not use Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel if you:
Have an allergy (hypersensitivity) to any of the ingredients in the product.
Have ever had an allergic reaction to diclofenac or other medicines used to treat pain, fever or inflammation, such as aspirin or ibuprofen.
Are using any other medicine containing diclofenac or are taking oral NSAIDs such as aspirin or ibuprofen.
Have severe joint pain of recent onset that is not related to an injury or period of overuse.
Feel ill, have a temperature or any other symptoms that accompany the pain.
Are in the last 3 months of your pregnancy.
Take special care with Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel:
Do not apply the gel to skin that has (i) a rash or eczema (ii) cuts or open wounds. Stop the treatment if a skin rash develops after applying the product.
Avoid applying on large areas of skin and over a prolonged period of time, unless under medical advice.
Be careful when sunbathing or using sun lamps as your skin may be more sensitive to sunlight.
If you have a stomach or duodenal ulcer (or a history of), tell your doctor or pharmacist before using the gel.
If you have or have ever had asthma speak to your doctor or pharmacist before using the gel.
Always read the product information. Click on the link below to view the Patient Information Leaflet. Requires Adobe Reader – if you cannot open the file, please
