Effective Relief from Joint Pain,
with an easy-open cap
Voltaren Emulgel
Joint Pain
Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain has been developed to relieve
joint pain with an ergonomic, easy-to-open cap. Voltaren Emulgel Joint
Pain is available in two sizes: 75 g and 120 g.
Gels
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How &
When
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How it works
Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain contains the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), diclofenac diethylamine. Diclofenac diethylamine works to relieve pain and reduce inflammation (swelling). The technology in Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain helps the gel to penetrate deeply into the skin to deliver diclofenac diethylamine to the site of pain.
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How to use it
For adults and adolescents 16 years and older:
- Apply gel 3 to 4 times a day.
- The amount needed will vary depending upon the size of the painful or swollen area: 2 g to 4 g (1 g equals a strip approximately 2 cm long) gel will be sufficient to cover a 400 to 800 cm² area.
- Apply gel 3 to 4 times a day.
When to use it
Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain is formulated for rubbing into the skin to relieve acute pain affecting the joints. Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain is used to treat pain and inflammation of muscles, joints, due to sprains and strains, sports injuries (eg. tennis elbow).
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How it works?
Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain contains the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), diclofenac diethylamine. Diclofenac diethylamine works to relieve pain and reduce inflammation (swelling). The technology in Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain helps the gel to penetrate deeply into the skin to deliver diclofenac to the site of pain.
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How to use it?
For adults and adolescents 16 years and older:
- Apply gel 3 to 4 times a day.
- The amount needed will vary depending upon the size of the painful or swollen area: 2 g to 4 g (1 g equals a strip approximately 2 cm long) gel will be sufficient to cover a 400 to 800 cm² area.
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When to use it?
Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain is specially formulated for rubbing into the skin to relieve acute pain affecting the joints. Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain is used to treat pain and inflammation of muscles, joints, due to sprains and strains, sports injuries (eg. tennis elbow).
1 g Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain contains 11.6 mg/g of the active ingredient, diclofenac diethylamine.
Do not exceed the stated dose. Always read the enclosed insert before use to check if this product is suitable for you.
Usual dose:
For adults and adolescents 16 years and older:
- Apply Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain 3 to 4 times a day. The amount
needed will vary depending upon the size of the painful or swollen
area. Usually, a strip approximately 2 cm long will be sufficient to
cover a 200 cm² area.
- Before first use, unscrew and remove the cap. Use the reverse side
of the cap to remove the seal from the tube.
- Gently squeeze out a small amount of gel from the tube and apply
to the painful or swollen area, slowly rubbing into the skin. You
may notice a slight cooling effect when you rub the gel in.
- Wash your hands after rubbing in Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain to
avoid accidental contact with the mouth and eyes, unless of course
they are the site being treated.
The gel should not be used for more than 7 days for muscle and joint
injuries, unless recommended by a doctor. Talk to your doctor if your
condition does not improve within 7 days, or if it gets worse.
Overdose Management Information:
In case of accidental drug overdose, contact a health care
practitioner, hospital emergency department or regional Poison
Control Centre immediately, even if there are no symptoms.
If you use more gel than you should wipe off the surplus gel with a tissue.
If you or a child accidentally swallows the gel, contact your doctor immediately.
Missed Dose:
If you miss applying Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain at the correct time,
apply it when you remember and then next apply it at the usual time.
Do not apply a double quantity.
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Ingredients
1 g Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain contains 11.6 mg/g of the active ingredient, diclofenac diethylamine.
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Precautions
Do not exceed the stated dose. Always read the enclosed insert before use to check if this product is suitable for you.
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Dosage Information
Usual dose:
For adults and adolescents 16 years and older:- Apply Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain 3 to 4 times a day. The amount
needed will vary depending upon the size of the painful or swollen
area. Usually, a strip approximately 2 cm long will be sufficient to
cover a 200 cm² area.
- Before first use, unscrew and remove the cap. Use the reverse side
of the cap to remove the seal from the tube.
- Gently squeeze out a small amount of gel from the tube and apply
to the painful or swollen area, slowly rubbing into the skin. You
may notice a slight cooling effect when you rub the gel in.
- Wash your hands after rubbing in Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain to
avoid accidental contact with the mouth and eyes, unless of course
they are the site being treated.
The gel should not be used for more than 7 days for muscle and joint
injuries, unless recommended by a doctor. Talk to your doctor if your
condition does not improve within 7 days, or if it gets worse.
Overdose Management Information:
In case of accidental drug overdose, contact a health care
practitioner, hospital emergency department or regional Poison
Control Centre immediately, even if there are no symptoms.
If you use more gel than you should wipe off the surplus gel with a tissue.
If you or a child accidentally swallows the gel, contact your doctor immediately.
Missed Dose:
If you miss applying Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain at the correct time,
apply it when you remember and then next apply it at the usual time.
Do not apply a double quantity.
- Apply Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain 3 to 4 times a day. The amount
Questions & Answers
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What is an analgesic?
Analgesic is the medical term for a pain-killer, a drug that can provide relief from pain. Some analgesics stop pain by desensitizing local nerve endings (for example, in the painful joint); others work ‘centrally’ in the parts of the brain where pain is perceived.
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What is diclofenac diethylamine?
Diclofenac diethylamine is an analgesic, a medicine that relieves pain. Diclofenac diethylamine belongs to a group of analgesics called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
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What is an NSAID?
NSAID is an abbreviation for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. NSAIDs are a group of analgesics that are widely used to relieve pain and inflammation, and include diclofenac diethylamine, ibuprofen and aspirin. NSAIDs reduce the production of prostaglandins, which cause pain and inflammation.
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Is Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain a type of heat rub?
Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain works differently. It is a medicated gel containing a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory ingredient, which penetrates the skin to provide local relief of pain and inflammation.
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How long should I use Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain?
Voltaren Emulgel is for temporary pain relief. The gel should not be used for more than 7 days for muscle and joint injuries unless recommended by a doctor. Talk to your doctor if your condition does not improve within 7 days, or if it gets worse.
