Description
Pain relief gel for joint and muscle pain
Voltaren Emulgel 2% is a painkiller whose use is recommended to relieve the symptoms associated with painful conditions caused by rheumatism or trauma of various kinds.
It can be used topically, directly on the affected area, in case of pain in the joints, muscles, ligaments or tendons: therefore, it is very useful for the symptomatic treatment of bruises, contractures, muscle injuries, tendonitis, arthritis, osteoarthritis.
Its active ingredient is Diclofenac, a substance that after release helps to provide relief to the traumatized area especially in the case of sprains or muscle tears.
In particular, the difference between Voltaren Emulgel 1% and Voltaren Emulgel 2% lies in the fact that the 2% one has a formulation with double the concentration of active ingredient and, thanks to an excipient such as oleic alcohol, it penetrates deeply and accumulates in the joints so as to carry out a targeted action on the inflammation that is the cause of the pain.
Active ingredients
100 g of Voltaren Emulgel contain 2.32 g of diclofenac diethylammonium, equivalent to 2 g of diclofenac sodium. Excipients with known effect: propylene glycol (50 mg/g of gel) butylhydroxytoluene (0.2 mg/g of gel) perfume pungent eucalyptus For the full list of excipients, see section 6.1.
Excipients
Butylated hydroxytoluene, carbomers, cocoyl caprylocaprate, diethylamine, isopropyl alcohol, liquid paraffin, macrogol cetostearyl ether, oleic alcohol, propylene glycol, pungent eucalyptus perfume, purified water.
Therapeutic indications
Local treatment of painful and inflammatory conditions of rheumatic or traumatic nature of the joints (such as osteoarthritis and arthritis), muscles (such as contractures or injuries), tendons and ligaments (such as tendinitis).
Contraindications/Side effects
• Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients listed in section 6.1. • History of asthma, angioedema, urticaria or acute rhinitis following the intake of acetylsalicylic acid or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). • During the third trimester of pregnancy. • Use in children and adolescents under 14 years of age is contraindicated.
Dosage
For cutaneous use. Adults over 18 years: Voltaren Emulgel 2% gel provides pain relief for up to 12 hours: Apply Voltaren Emulgel 2% gel 2 times a day to the area to be treated (preferably in the morning and evening), rubbing in gently. The amount to be applied depends on the size of the affected area. For example, 2-4 g of Voltaren Emulgel 2% gel (an amount between the size of a cherry and a walnut) is sufficient to treat an area of 400-800 cm². After application, clean your hands with absorbent paper and then wash them, unless they are the site to be treated. Absorbent paper should be disposed of in household waste after use. Patients should wait for Voltaren Emulgel 2% to dry before showering or bathing. Caution: Use only for short periods of treatment. The duration of treatment depends on the indication for use and the clinical response. The gel should not be used for more than 14 days without medical advice. Consult your doctor if symptoms persist or worsen after 7 days of treatment. for sale online at farmaciaguacci.it Adolescents aged 14 to 18 years: Apply Voltaren Emulgel 2% gel 2 times a day to the area to be treated (preferably in the morning and evening), rubbing lightly. The amount to be applied depends on the size of the affected area. For example, 2-4 g of Voltaren Emulgel 2% gel (an amount varying in size from a cherry to a walnut) is sufficient to treat an area of 400-800 cm². After application, clean your hands with absorbent paper and then wash them, unless they are the site to be treated. Absorbent paper should be thrown away in household waste after use. Patients should wait for Voltaren Emulgel 2% to dry before showering or bathing. If this product is needed for more than 7 days to relieve pain or if symptoms worsen, consult a doctor. Children under 14 years: There are insufficient data on efficacy and safety in children and adolescents under 14 years of age (see section 4.3 Contraindications). Therefore, the use of Voltaren Emulgel 2% gel is contraindicated in children under 14 years of age. Elderly (over 65 years) The usual adult dosage may be used.
Conservation
This medicinal product does not require any special storage conditions.
Warnings
The possibility of systemic adverse events with the application of Voltaren Emulgel 2% cannot be excluded if the preparation is used on large areas of skin and for a prolonged period. Voltaren Emulgel 2% should only be applied to intact, non-diseased skin and not to skin wounds or open lesions. It should not be allowed to come into contact with the eyes or mucous membranes and should not be ingested. Discontinue treatment if a skin rash develops after application of the product. Voltaren Emulgel 2% can be used with non-occlusive dressings, but should not be used with an occlusive dressing that does not allow air to pass through. Important information about some of the excipients Voltaren Emulgel 2% gel contains 200 mg propylene glycol per dose (4 g) equivalent to 50 mg/g which may cause skin irritation. Voltaren Emulgel 2% gel contains butylhydroxytoluene which may cause localized skin reactions (e.g. contact dermatitis) or irritation of the eyes and mucous membranes. Voltaren Emulgel 2% gel contains pungent eucalyptus fragrance, a flavoring containing benzyl alcohol, citronellol, coumarin, d-limonene, eugenol, geraniol, linalool which may cause allergic reactions.
Interactions
Since systemic absorption of diclofenac following topical application is very low, interactions are very unlikely.
