How do you use the dosing card for Voltaren?
For Voltaren® 1% topical gel: Use the enclosed dosing card to measure the correct dose. The gel should be applied within the oblong area of the dosing card up to the 2 or 4 gram line (2 grams for each elbow, wrist, or hand, and 4 grams for each knee, ankle, or foot).
How many inches is 2 grams of Voltaren gel?
The 2 g line is 2.25 inches long. The 4 g line is 4.5 inches long. The dosing card containing VOLTAREN GEL can be used to apply the gel.
How many grams are in a Voltaren tube?
Voltaren Emulgel is available in 20 g, 50 g, 100 g, 150 g and 180 g tubes.
Does Voltaren Gel come in different strengths?
Voltaren Emulgel Extra Strength is available in two sizes: 30 g and 100 g.
What is the prescription strength of Voltaren Gel?
Voltaren Emulgel Extra Strength 2.32% w/w is indicated for the relief of pain associated with recent (acute), localized muscle or joint injuries such as sprains, strains or sports injuries (e.g., sprain of ankle, strain of shoulder or back muscles).
How much is a tube of Voltaren?
The average retail price of Voltaren is about $20.31 for 1, 100GM of 1% Gel. To save money on the cost of this medication, you could use a Voltaren gel coupon from SingleCare at your local pharmacy and pay as little as $8.20 for 1, 100GM of 1% Tube of generic Voltaren.
What size tube is diclofenac gel?
Diclofenac Sodium Topical Gel 1% (100g tube)
Is Voltaren over-the-counter the same strength as prescription?
Is there any difference between the prescription version of Voltaren and the OTC version? No. The new OTC version of Voltaren gel will contain 1% of the active ingredient, diclofenac, which is the same strength that previously required a prescription.
What is the strongest strength of Voltaren?
Are there 2 strengths of Voltaren Gel?
What size tubes does Voltaren Gel come in?
Voltaren Diclofenac Sodium Topical Arthritis Pain Relief Gel Tube – 3.5 Oz : Target.
What is the largest size of Voltaren?
Is it OK to use Voltaren every day?
How long should I use Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel? It is intended to be used 4 times a day, every day. Use up to 21 days unless directed by your doctor.
Does Voltaren gel have narcotics in it?
Voltaren arthritis pain gel cream contains diclofenac, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Diclofenac works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation. While most topical arthritis pain relief products heat or cool the surface of the skin, Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel treats the pain.
Does Voltaren gel need a prescription?
Voltaren Arthritis Pain gel, now available without prescription, was previously doctor prescribed in the US for 10+ years and is clinically proven to be an effective anti-inflammatory pain reliever with a proven safety profile. For more resources and product information, visit the Voltaren FAQ page. Show References Related Articles
How safe are topical NSAIDs like Voltaren gel?
– You have arthritis in smaller joints. Topical NSAIDs penetrate the skin and help reduce pain locally. – You are older than 65. “A lot of elderly patients can’t take oral NSAIDs because they have stomach or heart risk factors, and they can’t take narcotic analgesics because they – Your stomach is sensitive to NSAIDs. – You have heart risk factors.
Can I use Voltaren gel as needed?
Voltaren Gel is a topical pain aid prescribed by a healthcare provider to treat pain from OA in the knees, hands, and other joints. The gel may help ease joint pain just as well as oral forms of the NSAID. Voltaren Gel should not used in people at risk for heart attack or stroke or who have had recent heart surgery.