Diclofenac User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• desih...
• June 7, 2011

Voltaren (diclofenac) for Back Pain "I have severe sciatic pain, and the spine doctor prescribed this for me. It worked for a while, and after a week, my pain started going up. I switched to OTC ibuprofen, and it worked better. So, I guess it depends on person to person."

• Nomi
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• March 6, 2019

Zipsor (diclofenac) for Pain "I've been taking Zipsor for hip pain for about 4 years. Yes, it can be rough on the stomach, but a daily Prilosec is the remedy for that. Without the Zipsor, I have a difficult time functioning normally as the pain can get intense from inflammation. The only trouble I've come across is my doctor reluctant to prescribe long term. I've not found another form of NSAID that works as well, and I've tried many! As long as I can get the prescription and insurance will pay, I will always use this product. It's a lifesaver!"

• JMK
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 25, 2020

For Pain "I have arthritis in my upper spine, and lower back Was taking meloxicam that helped a little. After a year and a half I started getting much more back pain, it would shoot down my hip and leg, and the top of my spine/neck hurt all the time. Went to an orthopedic, he told me I have spinal stenosis and that added to my pain. He started me on diclofenac 75 mg 2xs a day. It worked pretty much right away. My neck is totally pain free, my lower back and hip is 95% or better pain free. Granted I’ve only started taking this for 5 days, hope it continues!"

• Aloosi
• January 29, 2018

Voltaren (diclofenac) for Muscle Pain "I have scoliosis, which not only gives me intense back pain but also takes away my ability to walk from how excruciating it is. I find that Voltaren takes away the pain quickly, which is a relief since I am a student and I have to walk from class to class."

• fried...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 29, 2015

Zorvolex (diclofenac) for Osteoarthritis "I have tried 3 other medications, and this is the only one that worked well for me. All others were either too strong, causing stomach pain, or they would help for a few hours, then the pain would come back. Moving around was easier, and I had no side effects from this medication. Answer to my prayers!"

• michael
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 22, 2013

Voltaren (diclofenac) for Osteoarthritis "Night pain from knee osteoarthritis - a burning on the medial side - sometimes bothers me at night, particularly if I have been active during the day. If I get up and walk around for a few minutes, sometimes the pain vanishes. Otherwise, I apply Voltaren gel - about the size of a small grape - over the sore place, and the pain goes away pretty quickly. I occasionally apply Voltaren ahead of time if I know I'm going to be on my feet a lot."

• Sacto...
• March 16, 2009

Voltaren (diclofenac) for Period Pain "My doctor prescribed Voltaren after an extremely painful IUD insertion and subsequent cramping. I've never had cramps like these before. I'd literally be curled up in the fetal position, unable to even talk. Depending on the level of pain, this either completely eradicated it or made it totally bearable and lasted for 12 hours at a stretch. Voltaren is wonderful, and I'm glad my doctor recommended it over a narcotic painkiller."

• Rache...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 16, 2013

Voltaren (diclofenac) for Pain "I have heel spurs and find every few weeks the pain is unbearable. This is the only thing that relieves the pain. And I take 2, and that seems to fix me for a couple of days. Not sure why that is, but as long as it works, that's the main thing."

• schud3l
• November 12, 2009

Voltaren (diclofenac) for Osteoarthritis "Voltaren is a fabulous drug. I have osteoarthritis of the spine and hip and carpal tunnel syndrome. After taking Voltaren for 3 days, 50 mg once a day, I am no longer limping, and the inflammation in my hands has gone down. I am back to hiking, swimming, and piano playing. What a relief."

• ggzelle
• November 26, 2018

For Pain "I have pancreatic cancer and have been on many opioids for the pain that haven’t been helpful. My pain management doctor suggested I try diclofenac, and so far (1 month), it is working well. It takes the pain away completely for nearly 12 hours. I don’t know how well it would work for other cancer patients, but it has been a godsend for me."

• Worked
• January 30, 2022

For Frozen Shoulder "I’m a nurse and I’m not sure of the day that I suddenly developed unbearable shoulder pain. I was prescribed meloxicam uhhhm it was just ok. Eventually I was told to do PT. Who has time during a pandemic I’m too tired . I purchased light range of motion shoulder cords on Amazon and started using volteran gel. I said why not even though it’s not for shoulder. My shoulder after about 2 weeks is 90 percent. At one point the pain was so bad I couldn’t sleep at night. My shoulder would burn and I could no longer reach up. So grateful!!!"

• Anonymous
• May 30, 2012

Cambia (diclofenac) for Migraine "It works completely within 30 to 60 minutes. However, my migraines do come back the next day. Am a little concerned about taking Cambia every day. Have been getting migraines daily for the last 8 days. The meds you take daily to stop migraines make me feel like I'm wrapped in cotton and out of touch with the world."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 18, 2022

Voltaren (diclofenac) for Back Pain "I just started getting terrible back pain. Went to the doc and realized that I have arthritis. She prescribed Voltaren and the pain went away immediately. My whole body felt so much better. I have not felt any side effects. It’s a great drug."

• Kendo
• December 17, 2013

For Back Pain "This medicine really helped my back pain, but led to a whole other problem. My stomach was damaged, and I had to get a tube down my throat to check my esophagus. Now I can't take any anti-inflammatory medicines as a result. If you start getting a sore belly or heartburn, stop taking it and ask the doctor for another type of painkiller."

• piedm...
• November 2, 2013

Voltaren (diclofenac) for Osteoarthritis "1 pill twice a day. Voltaren effective until it caused severe swelling of my entire legs and hands. The increased edema put pressure on my bursa in both hips and on the nerves leaving my groin and going into my legs. All of this pressure caused electrical shocks in my thighs. I took a diuretic, but it didn't remove the fluid from my thighs."

• Frank...
• June 18, 2010

Voltaren (diclofenac) for Osteoarthritis "I have been taking Voltaren for the past 6 years in conjunction with omapromazin. I would not have been able to walk, sleep, or enjoy life. It is only now, after having two knee replacements, that I no longer need to take any medication. I think Voltaren is a way to enjoy life again, without pain. But for me, I am happy to have the new knee replacements."

• Chris...
• February 25, 2014

Cataflam (diclofenac) for Period Pain "Cataflam is a miracle for my period pain. I have suffered for years and wouldn't be able to walk a few steps with the horrible pain. I've tried everything from Meftalspas to Spasmoproxyvone, Brufen, Panadol, etc. Nothing works. With Cataflam, in just half an hour, my pain is completely gone. I take it every 8 hours on my first two days."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 8, 2012

Cambia (diclofenac) for Migraine "Finally took the sample given to me by my doctor after nothing else was making a dent in my migraine after approximately 12 hours. This worked literally within an hour. Felt wonderful and not at all 'fuzzy' headed. Will always be keeping a dose of this on hand with me."

• Toppo
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 9, 2019

Voltaren (diclofenac) for Osteoarthritis "I have been struggling for a couple of years with pain in my right knee. Problems sleeping and now walk with a limp. Bought Voltarol after seeing numerous glowing adverts on tv. Very expensive and an absolute waste of money. This cream made no difference at all. Rubbish."

• Georgia
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 26, 2020

Zorvolex (diclofenac) for Pain "I have severe neck and shoulder pain. I normally take 800 mg of ibuprofen but on days that my pain is so bad that even that doesn't even help I'll take this Zorvolex medication. It works extremely well and allows me to continue with my day. I highly recommend."

• fsb
• November 25, 2013

Cambia (diclofenac) for Migraine "I have been taking Firocet for years, and it has been moderately effective for my migraines, which I usually have one per week. My doctor last week recommended Cambia. I was skeptical about it but was in agony and gave it a try. Within 45 minutes, I was up and functional. Will only use in severe cases. Also very costly if you have no insurance."

• Lowba...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 23, 2022

Voltaren (diclofenac) for Back Pain "I went through cortisone injections and got relief which lasted about 5 months after which I received an ablation procedure which did nothing. It was not worth the discomfort of the procedure. I then tried Voltaren, even though it was not approved (yet) for back pain. I am 81yrs old and with age came spinal disk changes and arthritis which for the most part is unavoidable. I swear by this product. It has alleviated 95% of my pain with the application just 1x per day. I also use a heat pad for 20-30 minutes following the application waiting 1 hour after the application. Kudos to the science."

• Blueg...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 1, 2014

Voltaren (diclofenac) for Back Pain "Used 75 mg Voltaren twice a day as maintenance for pain. The problem with pain sleeping was created by deterioration of fitness because of side effects from chemotherapy treatment for invasive breast cancer."

• Gillie
• October 7, 2016

For Osteoarthritis "I've been taking diclofenac 50 mg once a day for many years. If I forget for any reason, the pain immediately returns. I am now 60, and the arthritis in my fingers is getting worse, but as I can take up to 3 tablets a day, I can just increase my dosage. I recently recommended diclofenac to a friend's 90-year-old mother, she had immediate relief and was so thankful."

• ibman
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 25, 2018

For Sciatica "Absolutely life changing. I’m 22 year old with sciatic pain and back pain. Keeps pain very very manageable, and allows me to live a relatively normal life. Don’t know what I’d do without it. I do worry about long term consequences, such as cardiac risks, stomach ulcers but for now cost is highly outweighed by the benefit. Best is 50mg dispersible tablets for rapid relief, or 75mg slow release every 12 hours for day to day relief."