Also known as: Flector Patch, Solaraze, Voltaren Topical
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Flector Patch (diclofenac): Use for lower back pain and spine arthritis. The patches make it possible to function, significant pain relief. It helps to tape the edges down with athletic tape otherwise the edges catch on clothing and pull the patch loose. Far fewer side effects than oral NSAIDS and better relief.
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Voltaren Gel (diclofenac): I was perscrbed Voltaren for knee pain. It seems when the surgeon replaced my knee he damaged the nerve badly...I had been in pain for a long time...thanks to this product I can sleep at night now. It worked well for me.
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Voltaren Gel (diclofenac): I got this a week ago from my doctor, I've been having severe back pain and shooting pain. In the past I've tried everything pain killers, lido patches, steroid injections, physical therapy. I put on 2 grams of the gel and the agonizing ache that I've had was gone in no more than 30 seconds. I still get the shooting pain but that's a nerve issue. I really, really love this gel.
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Voltaren Gel (diclofenac): Amazing is the only description I can give. In a lifting accident I was not able to sleep for 2 weeks, tried Chiro, Steroids, Muscle relaxants, Hydrocodone, sleeping pills, nothing worked until I rubbed 2gr on the affected area - Instantly pain was gone.
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Flector Patch (diclofenac): Is expensive but takes the edge off. I use for L-spine DJD and combine with 300mg Neurontin for best effect. Less problems with gastrointestinal upset without hassle of narcotics. Some skin irritation (ask for a sample if you have sensitive skin). Some trouble keeping in place.
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Voltaren Gel (diclofenac): My Rheumatologist prescribed the Voltaren Gel to use with my oral Meloxicam and the combination is tremendous. I am having very little pain for the first time in 3 years in my knees and feet. On a recent business trip to Germany I purchased 4 large tubes of a higher strength (over the counter in Germany and Switzerland) for 1/3 the price of my copay. A very effective drug for me.
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Flector Patch (diclofenac): I was prescribed a trial of Flector patches for my lower back pain. They worked great. Even stopped the pain in my leg from nerve damage. Unfortunately my insurance didn't cover them and they are very expensive.
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Voltaren Gel (diclofenac): I love this gel. Just 10 seconds after I put it on an area with severe pain, the pain is gone completely for 2 hours. I couldn't believe it the first time I used it. I take some other strong prescription medication for knee and back pain and the medications don't do as good a job on the pain as this gel. I wish I could use it more than 4 times a day, but during my waking hours, it is a God send. Thank you, thank you, thank you! I would do a commercial for Voltaren Gel anytime, for free!
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Voltaren Gel (diclofenac): Started using gel for "frozen toe". Had pain about 75% of the time ranging up to 7 or 8. Had difficulty putting on shoes due to bending of big toe. After using Voltaren gel 2-3 times a day, after just 2 days pain was greatly reduced. And if there is any pain, it's only about a level 3 or 4. Have recently started using it on knees. Seems to help but not as dramatically as toe. I really like that fact that very little of the diclofenac goes systemic.
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Flector Patch (diclofenac): Seems to be working pretty well, but it's hard to keep in place for 12 hours on my back while still trying to go about some normal activity. Probably needs more adhesive.
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Voltaren Gel (diclofenac): In 1981 I had severe heel pain and was living in Germany. I was prescribed a topical gel called Rheumone gel. It worked great. I had occasion to use it several times while we lived there. When I got back to the States, no luck in finding it. Then, about 6 months ago my daughter was prescribed Voltaren Gel. Hurrah! It is made in Germany by the same company as the Rheumone gel. It smells the same and works the same. My doctor has prescribed it to me for the arthritis and pain. It does a wonderful job.
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Voltaren Gel (diclofenac): I use Voltaren Gel for shin splints. I experienced extreme pain from shin splints everytime I run for a few days in a row. This problem has been going on for the last 12 years. If I push through with the pain for a couple of weeks it will get so bad that I won%u2019t be able to walk for a couple of days. Ever since my first year of track I haven%u2019t been able to run competitively. About six months ago as I was walking out of the doctor%u2019s office a sales rep came in with Voltaren Gel. The doctor stopped me to gave me the sample tube. With that tube I was able to train for a 5k race and come in 3rd. In a week from now I will be running a marathon. The gel has changed my life because it has brought relief to my legs.
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Voltaren Gel (diclofenac): This gel was prescribed to me to help wean me off of strong dose of anti-inflammatory. I have a bone bruise on my knee and the orthopedic doctor said it will take a year to heal. I am unable to do my usual 4 miles on the treadmill or even walk around the block. When I ease off the anti-inflammatory medicine, my knee swells up and I can barely walk. This has not helped my knee that much. However, I have started to use it for some swelling/pain in my thumb and I also have some lower back and neck pain and it helps.
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Voltaren Gel (diclofenac): I was in a car accident in December of 07' and have had severe neck and left shoulder pain since. My pain specialist has done various treatments including Facet Joint Injections, with no long terms results. At my recent visit with him I was complaining of the same pain with no relief, he handed me two sample tubes of Voltaren Gel. I have been using it for about a week now and have had a full week without pain. This stuff really works. I have been impressed so far. Thanks Voltaren.
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Voltaren Gel (diclofenac): Gel was given by my G.P. of 27 years for pain in shoulder that I have had for 5/6 months. It was aggravated by exercise with weights. My pain would wax and wane. Worst episodes included my inability to pick up a coffee cup with my left hand, pain level of 7, inability to sleep on my left side etc.
After 6 months of this, I visited my G.P who x-rayed my shoulder and found arthritic changes.
He gave me 2 sample tubes and told me to try it. I did with great results.
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Voltaren Gel (diclofenac): I used Voltaren gel on some sore joints (and a tennis elbow). It worked as well as anything I have ever tried. I sometimes get killer tension headaches that first build up in the back of the neck. When I felt one coming on, I used the gel on the back of the neck and shoulders. The headache never developed. Before this experiment I would take 3 or 4 ibuprofen for one of these headaches and hope for the best. The gel is now my standard treatment for these headaches.
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Voltaren Gel (diclofenac): I fell and injured my knees. I have had pain for three weeks. With one application of this medication I was pain free. Of course I am in the process of x-rays and an MRI if needed. I really like this drug. I only wish my insurance would cover it on the lower end. I cannot afford to keep using it at the price it is now. It is NOT very expensive but I am on a limited budget. I give this medication a 10 if not more.
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