Diclofenac topical for Osteoarthritis User Reviews (Page 3)

• Mom...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 29, 2016

Diclofenac topical "I love this medication. I was in pain for 7 months with no sign of relief. My doctor gave me samples and I could not believe the instant relief I got from this medication. So far, I'm not experiencing any side effects, and I hope it continues to be this way."

• Anonymous
• May 27, 2011

Diclofenac topical "Was prescribed this after a fall on my lower back, and it worked wonders. I like to put it on at night and then wake up pain-free. I have now started to use it on my arthritis in my neck. Can move freely 5 minutes after application with only slight pain (although I can still hear all the clicking noises)."

• osk...
• January 25, 2010

Diclofenac topical "My doctor put me on this Voltaren gel, and now I can get a good night's sleep because it works so well, and I have to rate this medicine in the high 10s. All you have to do is put between 4 up to 9 grams 4 times a day, and you will see just what I'm talking about."

• jom...
• April 21, 2017

Diclofenac topical "I have pes anserine bursitis of the knee. It's like tendonitis below the knee cap. I have effectively used Voltaren Emulgel to help reduce the pain and inflammation. The pain can keep me up at night when I sleep. The best thing for recovery is rest, but I can't seem to stay away from doing cardio, which causes it to come back. Voltaren has helped me manage the inflammation and still do some light cardio exercise."

• Anonymous
• May 10, 2009

Diclofenac topical "This medicine is pretty miraculous as far as my joints are concerned. I'm using much less than the 2-gram dose - maybe 1/4 to 1/2 a gram on a joint, tops - and having at least 8 hours pain-free. It seems no studies were conducted on its use on shoulders, but it worked decently enough for mine when I pinched a nerve. Make sure you read the possible side effects and all the potential negatives, and test on a single area with someone with you for a couple of hours just to make sure you're not allergic. It's been problem-free for me, but everyone's body chemistry is different."

• Fri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 1, 2019

"Retail cost was $55 for a 100 g tube of Diclofenac gel. With insurance, I paid $7.50, so I don't understand the comments about excessive costs. Sure, free is better, but $7.50? I followed the directions using the dosing card but quickly realized only a thin coating of the gel to the affected areas worked to diminish the pain, so I used it when needed. After only a few days, I needed to apply only 2 or 3 times a day, and the initial pain was greatly diminished. MAGIC!"

• Cte...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 13, 2020

Diclofenac topical "I have been using Voltaren gel for a few weeks, and it does work. When I was younger, an internal medicine doctor put me on Voltaren, the pill, to calm down what another doctor had messed my body up with too many antibiotics. Voltaren literally saved my life. I don't know if people realize that the manufacturer made the cap specifically for people that may have arthritis in their hands! Another stated he could not have to use it four times a day, as instructed, it says it may be used up to four times a day. Smell for me, there is none. My knee/sports doctor actually recommends this, as I asked him today. Don't expect it to reverse your aging, as I am 63. But it does reduce the inflammation and pain. Try it."

• Max...
• November 12, 2016

Diclofenac topical "I'm a 30-year-old male. Six months ago, I had surgery on a broken navicular (arch of foot). Ever since, I've had occasional swelling and pain towards the end of the day. I'm very active and work outdoors. I take Movic as needed but requested something along the lines of a cream for on-site relief from my doctor. He gave me some Pennsaid samples. I will be requesting a prescription ASAP! I get relief in 10 minutes of application! Hope this helps someone."

• Reg...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 24, 2020

Diclofenac topical "Went for a walk in the orthopedic clinic and was given two packets of Pennsaid 2% for an aching Achilles. The attending physician wrote a script and sent it to their recommended pharmacy. Used the two sample packets, and a rash broke out on my ankle along with skin pain. Seven days after my initial visit, the Pennsaid arrived by mail. Never used it, and my prescription insurance paid $2,297.00 (3.8 fl oz). You wonder why big Pharma is loathed by the general public?"

• Liz...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 16, 2021

Diclofenac topical "I was given samples of this for arthritis pain in my foot due to a previous injury. I used just a little bit of it each day to make sure I wasn’t allergic. I thought after a few days it was safe, but then about 4 days later, I broke out in this horrible rash on my foot. It itches, burns, I can’t sleep at night, and it’s gone from red to purple and now swollen and red with some boils. If you have any allergies, please be careful with this medication. It’s been a week, and my foot is still awful looking."

• mco...
• August 14, 2009

Diclofenac topical "I was experiencing joint pain in my knees and right elbow. On my last physical, my doctor gave me a prescription for the gel. Wow! Ever since I have used it, I have not experienced the joint pain at all. I have not experienced any side effects at all. I recommend this product for anyone experiencing joint pain."

• Blu...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 3, 2019

Diclofenac topical "For the first several days that I used Pennsaid, I had significant pain relief in my knee. However, some pain has returned even with continued use. I hope that I will eventually feel better. So glad that my doctor was able to help me get this prescription at a discount through a pharmaceutical discount provider! Saved $$$$"

• nan...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 8, 2017

Diclofenac topical "I have osteoarthritis in my right knee, and I run. I also get IT band pain. So sometimes, I am so stiff and achy either from running or just because. I get super stiff behind my knee, and it makes it hard to even walk or straighten my leg all the way. I take ibuprofen, I ice it... and that helps some. I woke up this morning with it being extremely stiff behind my knee. I applied Pennsaid all over the back and front of my knee. No kidding - within 5 minutes, most of that stiffness is GONE. I am in shock. And if you have knee pain, you know how debilitating it can feel. This stuff is INSANE - in a good way! I'm so glad I have it. I literally can't believe how much it helped me. And no, I don't work for a pharmaceutical company."

• Dan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 3, 2019

Diclofenac topical "This worked to completely take away pain from a bone spur in my right foot in less than two weeks. Haven't needed it again since the pain went away. I have used it on my knees, and it helped for that too. I'm about to try it on my sprained ankle, hoping it works. I got this for a discount of $10 mailed to my home. Prescribed by a podiatrist."

• BAM...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 25, 2019

Diclofenac topical "I’ve had this gel pushed at me by my pain management doctor. It does absolutely nothing. It took the itch out of a mosquito bite for a SECOND. I really don’t understand the hype about this stuff! I’m better off taking magnesium supplements & using Salon Pas topical spray."

• Oce...
• June 4, 2019

Diclofenac topical "I loved this Pennsaid cream. It helped me along with my cortisone shots, but I developed an itchy rash from it and had to get a cream to take the rash away. It really is depressing because this stuff was really helping me, but I am allergic to something in it."

• nik...
• December 19, 2017

Diclofenac topical "I use Voltaren for osteoarthritis of the knee (both knees). Sometimes it gives me moderate relief, and sometimes it does nothing at all. I have a complaint, the company should have 100 grams as it writes on the tube (I use Voltaren Forte). They lie!!! I pay 9.8 euro for a Voltaren Forte 100 grams, but if you put it on a precision scale, it weighs 100 g with the tube. If you remove the gel, the tube has a weight of at least 20 grams, so they steal one fifth from what they sell. Shame on you, Voltaren Company."

• Bra...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 20, 2018

Diclofenac topical "I had replacements in both knees, but I still have a pain worse than before surgery. Now I have hip, ankles, hands joint problems. Doctor prescribed PENNSAID, but I don't have insurance and can't afford to pay so much money. It is a ridiculous price."

• Art...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 31, 2018

Diclofenac topical "I had a hip replacement six years ago and recently developed serious pain in my replaced hip, where I couldn't sleep. The doctor took x-rays of the replaced hip, and the hip was perfect. He probed the pain area, and I went through the roof. He recommended Pennsaid to control inflammation. The doctor felt my exercise regime caused the inflammation. I got instant relief, and I would recommend it."

• Joe...
• March 27, 2017

Diclofenac topical "I did physical therapy, icing, resting, every technique to try to stop the pain in my knee. I have osteoarthritis as well. This medication was the only thing that worked and stopped the pain in my knee. I am so happy my doctor prescribed this drug for me."

• Kei...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 24, 2020

Diclofenac topical "Just started Voltaren Gel for my knee and hands. SUPER EXPENSIVE!!!!! For as much as you have to use in a dose. I think it is OVERPRICED!!!! On that alone, I won't be buying it again. Greedy, greedy, horrible people who set these prices."

• way...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 1, 2018

Diclofenac topical "I am a type 2 diabetic for about 20 years now, and last year my one knee really got sore, and walking was tough. I used all kinds of pain creams on my knee, but nothing worked. I got a cortisone shot, and it worked for about a month, but it really elevates the blood sugars. Now I have been using dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO) on my feet for a few years to get rid of the nerve pain because nothing else worked. So I shaved my knee and tried the DMSO, and like the foot pain, I find it gives me about 10 days of relief. My family doctor is not a fan of the cortisone shots and says the DMSO is safer. I am now trying DMSO mixed with some Voltaren. I leave it on for an hour, then wash the knee and apply aloe vera to reduce the itching from the Voltaren. The 50/50 mixture itches more than the DMSO. But I can walk without hobbling along like Chester."

• Rus...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 24, 2021

Diclofenac topical "I used Biofreeze in the past, which I have no complaints about, but it seems as though Voltaren lasts longer with regard to relief. I see many people complain about the smell on this thread. It has a distinctive smell, but I'm not using it to go clubbing either..."

• Dee...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 28, 2020

Diclofenac topical "I received a few sample packets of Pennsaid from the Dr. Used them sparingly and it worked great for my knee pain. No pain. Loved the stuff. Got a script for a bottle of it. The real stuff. Didn’t work at all. Horrible for the huge price tag that came with it. Be careful because the generic version works better."

• Har...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 9, 2018

Diclofenac topical "I have arthritis in the knees that is painful at night and need to apply a medication often. I was hoping that the 12-hourly osteo gel would last through the night. It only lasts as long as the others, about 2 hours, but is 3 times the price."