Voltaren Forte
Voltaren Forte gel helps relieve pain, reduce inflammation, and ease swelling in muscles and joints.
Form
geeli
Strength
23.2 mg/g
Active Ingredient
Diclofenac diethylamine
Manufacturer
Haleon Denmark ApS
How to Use
Dosage
Apply a small amount of gel to the painful area twice a day, in the morning and evening.
Method
Squeeze out a small amount (about 5-10 cm long strip) and gently rub it into the skin where it hurts; the amount depends on the size of the painful area.
Important
Do not use for more than 2 weeks for muscle and joint injuries, or more than 3 weeks for arthritis pain, unless your doctor tells you to; if symptoms do not improve within 7 days, see a doctor.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Skin rash
- •Itchy skin
- •Redness
- •Stinging sensation
RARE
- •Skin becomes more sensitive to sunlight, possibly with itching, sunburn, swelling, and blisters.
- •Blistering rash or hives (stop use and seek medical help immediately).
- •Wheezing, shortness of breath, or chest tightness (asthma symptoms) (stop use and seek medical help immediately).
- •Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat (stop use and seek medical help immediately).
Important Warnings
- Do not use on broken skin (cuts, open wounds, rashes).
- Stop using if you get a skin rash.
- Use only on the skin, do not swallow it.
- Keep it away from your eyes. If it gets in your eyes, rinse well and see a doctor if irritation continues.
- Do not use under tight (airtight) bandages.
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- Do not use if you are allergic to diclofenac or similar pain relief medicines (like ibuprofen or aspirin).
- Do not use during the last three months of pregnancy.
- Do not use if you are under 14 years old.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category A
Suitable for older adults. Systemic absorption is low when applied to the skin as specified in the instructions for use. (updated 16.9.2024)