Diclofenac 4% 50gm

            This is a compounded product by the pharmacist

Ingredients:

The Gel contains:

Diclofenac 4%

Indications:

1- Diclofenac:

• May help relieving mild to moderate pain.
• May help relieving symptoms of osteoarthritis or rheumatoid Arthritis.

Precautions:

• If symptoms persist, consult your healthcare practitioner.
• To make sure this medicine is safe for you, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have:
  • Heart disease or high blood pressure.
  • Ulcers or bleeding in your stomach.
  • Asthma.
  • Liver or kidney disease.
  • If you smoke.

Contraindications:

Do NOT use if:

• You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• You are allergic to DMSO.
• You have ever had an asthma attack or allergic reaction after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs such as diclofenac or ibuprofen

Dose:

1- Lower extremities, including the feet, ankles, or knees:

Apply 2-4 pumps 3 times a day. Do not apply more than 8g (16 pumps) daily to any single joint of the lower extremities.

2- Upper extremities, including the hands, wrists, or elbows:

Apply 1-2 pumps to the affected hand, wrist, or elbow 3 times daily. Do not apply more than 4g (8 pumps) daily to any single joint of the upper extremities.