Learn how Voltaren works to relieve pain and reduce inflammation.
What is Voltaren Emulgel?
Voltaren, available over-the-counter, contains a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) ingredient called diclofenac diethylamine. Diclofenac diethylamine works to inhibit prostaglandin production in the body that cause pain and inflammation. By reducing their effects, diclofenac diethylamine helps to relieve pain and reduce inflammation.¹
Types of Voltaren Emulgel
Voltaren Emulgel is available in gel form. Here we explain how it works.

Application of Voltaren to the skin
Voltaren Emulgel
Voltaren Emulgel is a topical pain medicine containing diclofenac diethylamine, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that treats pain and inflammation. It is clinically proven to effectively relieve pain associated with recent or acute localized muscle and joint injuries.¹
It is the #1 selling topical pain reliever in Canada* and comes in 4 products:
Voltaren Emulgel Back & Muscle Pain, Voltaren Emulgel Extra Strength, Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain Regular Strength and Voltaren Emulgel Joint Pain Extra Strength.
¹ Voltaren Product Monograph, 2018
* Nielsen, 02/14/2019