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Why is diclofenac prescription only but ibuprofen is OTC?
Is there a big difference between them?
How can I purchase Voltaren Gel (diclofenac sodium topical gel) 1%?
I use it to rub when ever I have pains in my joints. I am 64 yrs old.
How does Voltaren Patch compare to Voltaren Gel in relieving lower back pain?
I was prescribed the patch yesterday, now I see there is a gel on the market. No one mentions the price of the gel, the patch is VERY expensive, but after 1 day of using, it seems to relieve severe pain I'm having. If gel is cheaper would it work as well as the patch & be less expensive. I... read more
Coumadin - are there any antiinflammatory meds u can take while on coumidin?
i have severe back issues. get a lot of pain from inflammation. dr. gave me lidocaine gel and voltaren that dont do much.
Voltaren Gel - can voltaen gel cause excessive sweating?
I used to take Voltaren in pill form but my endoscopy showed a lot of irritation. I was recently given the gel and it work with the pain I experience from RA but now I seem to be sweating profusely and am trying to narrow my meds down to see if this could be the cause,
Does everyone know that Voltaren Gel is not suggested for rib pain?
Called Novartis since it was prescribed for me and no where on the instructions did it tell me how much should be used for rib pain. Was told by Novartis not to use it. Am concerned that this is not known by obviously my Dtr and possibly patients who might be on it. The safety of it concerns me... read more
Can I use Voltaren Gel on my neck?
I have been using this gel for over a year on my joints due to twenty years of Rheumatoid and Osteoarthritis. Now we add Fibromyalgia to the mix, and anything I can do to relieve pain without getting that "drugged" feeling, I will do. The chronic fatigue is overwhelming. I stopped one of... read more
Voltaren Topical - I am working at a job tthat does random drug tests and my wife was prescibed?
... voltaren gel for joint pain and i have been using it my question is can i fail a urine test for drugs using this gel?
Voltaren Gel - how much does the strongest voltaren rx gel cost?
I have heard it is used a lot especially in Europe for muscle pains and arthritis pains as well. What is the cost for a doctor prescribed stronger voltaren gel.
Can Voltaren be used on my shoulder. The box said no back or shoulder?
I have pain in my shoulder joint.
What is the difference between Flector patch and Voltaren gel? My wife needs diclofenac because she?
... had knee surgery but my insurance will not pay for flector patch only voltaren gel?
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