Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel and Headaches: What Users Say

• PJa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 13, 2019

For Osteoarthritis "I cannot take oral anti-inflammatories due to overuse when younger. Recently, my osteoarthritis in my right knee became so severe that I couldn't put any weight on it. The pain was incredible. Within hours of applying this gel, the pain and swelling decreased significantly. BUT... 10 days later, I developed an insane headache, high blood pressure spiked, digestive problems, etc. The pharmacist said 'no side effects'. I went from applying it throughout the day to only when I absolutely have to. Just saying... Be cautious if you've had issues with oral anti-inflammatories, as the topical diclofenac is absorbed and yes, there can be side effects that affect your whole body."

• Peg...
• November 22, 2016

For Pain "I think the use of putting perfume in the gel is really stupid. There are so many people allergic, also someone like me with cancer and very sore and nauseated to spend money on this, and it made me so sick. I washed up 4 times, and my hands and skin still smell strong. It gave me a headache and made my nausea worse. There is no need for perfume, not to mention it's just a toxic, unnecessary ingredient. I will never use this again, and I will be sure to let everyone at the clinic know."

• Anonymous
• April 4, 2011

For Pain "The gel helps with the pain, but my stomach was a little upset. I got a mild headache, and I felt very drowsy and out of it. Yes, I know it's the gel, but I still had side effects. I only rubbed in a small amount. I can't swear by it, but I think it also caused me to have several anxiety attacks, which I think are related to the woozy out of it feeling. It says it makes you dizzy on the box."