Voltaren Emulgel helps with the relief of localized traumatic inflammation and pain such as knee pain.
For osteoarthritis of the knees, ankles, or feet using Voltaren® 1% gel: Adults—Apply 4 grams (g) to the affected skin areas four times a day (a total of 16 g each day). However, the total dose should not exceed 32 g per day over all affected joints.
To reduce inflammation and get effective temporary relief from knee pain, use Voltaren gels. Learn more about which product is right for you here. Voltaren helps you get back to your daily routine, and can be used in conjunction with a longer-term solution.
Do not apply more than 16 g daily to any single joint of the lower extremities. Apply the gel (2 g) to the affected hand or elbow or wrist, 4 times daily. Voltaren® Gel should be gently massaged into the skin ensuring application to the entire affected hand or elbow or wrist.
Gently rub Voltaren into the skin using your hand. You should apply it 4 times a day for best results. Only apply to clean, dry skin that doesn't have any cuts, open wounds, infections, or rashes. Do not apply in the same area as any other medicine or products applied to the skin.
How long does Voltaren gel take to relieve pain? It doesn't take long for Voltaren to get to work. For neck pain relief, for instance, a study shows that Voltaren reduces the pain felt upon movement, after just one hour of application; and that it cuts pain in half within 24 hours.
For mild symptoms, topical medications applied to the knees such as diclofenac gel relieve pain and have few adverse effects. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen and naproxen are the most effective oral medications for osteoarthritis.
Counterirritants: These products (such as Icy Hot and Bengay) contain ingredients like menthol, eucalyptus, and camphor oil, which temporarily mask the underlying pain with a sensation of coolness or heat.
Voltaren Gels are medications that can help to relieve joint pain caused by osteoarthritis. Both Voltaren Emulgel and Voltaren 12H Gel can relieve some of the pain linked to osteoarthritis of the knees or fingers.
Symptoms of overdose/swallowing may include: severe stomach pain, change in the amount of urine, slow/shallow breathing. Do not share this medication with others. Lab and/or medical tests (such as blood pressure, complete blood count, liver/kidney function) should be done while you are using this medication.
Apply the medicine very carefully to clean, dry skin, and avoid getting any in your eyes, nose, or mouth. Do not apply this medicine to areas with broken skin or open wounds, infection, or severely peeling skin. Apply enough medicine each time to cover the entire affected area.
Naproxen ranked the highest for probability for improving function, followed by diclofenac, celecoxib, ibuprofen, and PRP injections.
Don't jar your joint(s).
High-impact exercises can further injure painful knees. Avoid jarring exercises such as running, jumping, and kickboxing. Also avoid doing exercises such as lunges and deep squats that put a lot of stress on your knees. These can worsen pain and, if not done correctly, cause injury.
Walking as a form of exercise has enormous benefits, particularly for older adults. It's easy on the joints and helps boost heart health and improve circulation and balance. And new research now suggests that taking a walk can reduce and prevent knee pain related to osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis.
Walking is recommended for people with arthritis as it's low impact, helps to keep the joints flexible, helps bone health and reduces the risk of osteoporosis. If you do experience pain or you're very stiff afterwards try doing a bit less, factor in more rest and check in with your GP, if you need to.
The pain can be felt all around your knee, or just in a certain place such as the front and sides. It might feel worse after moving your knee in a particular way, such as going up or down stairs. Sometimes, people have pain that wakes them up in the night.
Dosage for Voltaren
For the relief of ankylosing spondylitis, the recommended dosage of Voltaren (diclofenac) is 100-125 mg/day, administered as 25 mg four times a day, with an extra 25-mg dose at bedtime if necessary. Voltaren should be taken with food to reduce stomach upset.
Voltaren gel can be applied up to 4 times a day. But you shouldn't apply it to more than 2 painful joints at one time. You also shouldn't use it for more than 21 days. If you feel you still need it after that, it's time to check with a healthcare provider.