Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel

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Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief
Targeted delivery
A first line recommendation
Lowest NNT
For patients looking for relief from the pain of osteoarthritis
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Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel – relieves pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis

Delivers diclofenac directly to inflamed areas within joint tissues¹

Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel is as effective as 400 mg ibuprofen tablets for localised joint pain with a reduced risk of gastrointestinal side effects.²

After topical application it delivers diclofenac directly to the inflamed areas within joint tissues.² The chemical properties of diclofenac support retention within the joint where it is needed, rather than the blood stream.^2,3

Graph showing the number of studies comparing diclofenac and other over-the-counter analgesics, showing lack of superiority over diclofenac.

A first line recommendation by NICE

Topical NSAIDs are a first line recommendation for hand and knee osteoarthritis according to guidance from the National Institute of Health & Clinical Excellence (NICE).⁴

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The lowest Number Needed to Treat (NNT) for Voltarol Gels* in a Cochrane Review of topical NSAIDs vs placebo^5,6

A Cochrane review of 61 studies (>8000 patients) reported that Voltarol Gels† have the lowest NNT (1.8) of topical NSAIDs in acute musculoskeletal pain, including topicla ibuprofen (3.9).^5,6

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*1% and 2% Voltarol Gel formulations included in the review.

Low systemic exposure

Reduced risk of systemic side effects vs oral NSAIDs

Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Releif 1.16% Gel has a low systemic exposure; approximately 6% is absorbed systemically into the blood, meaning a reduced risk of side effects and drug-drug interactions.^7,8 That includes a reduced systemic side-effect risk vs oral NSAIDs (e.g. gastrointestinal events).^±9

Recommend Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel for patients with pain associated with osteoarthritis.

How can Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel help Alice?

Alice has been diagnosed with osteoarthritis of the hand

Alice often suffers joint pain and stiffness but does not want this to control her life or her choices.

She already takes multiple oral medications for other conditions and is concerned about side effects.

She wants to ease the pain and inflammation she suffers in her hands so she can enjoy her life.

Recommend Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel for Alice to offer effective relief of localised joint pain with a reduced risk of systemic side effects.^2,9

Recommend Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel for relief of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis.

Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief Gel pack

Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel Diclofenac Diethylammoniom

For patients with pain associated with osteoarthritis.

Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel

Product Information

Voltarol Back & Muscle Pain Relief 1.16% Gel, Voltarol Max Strength Pain Relief 2.32% Gel, Voltarol Joint & Back Pain Relief 2.32% Gel, Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel (diclofenac diethylammonium). Indications Local symptomatic relief of pain and inflammation in trauma of the tendons, ligaments, muscles and joints e.g. due to sprains, strains and bruises, and localised forms of soft tissue rheumatism. Osteoarthritis and Max Strength Gel only: Relief of pain of non-serious arthritic conditions. Dosage and method of use Adults and children aged 14 years and over. Gently rub 2-4 g into skin of affected site. If symptoms worsen or do not improve within 7 days, seek medical advice. Back & Muscle Gel: Apply 3-4 times daily for up to 7 days. Leave at least 4 hours between applications. No more than 4 applications in 24 hours. Maximum daily dose 16 g. Max Strength Pain Relief: Apply 2 times daily (morning and evening) for up to 14 days. Maximum daily dose 8 g. Not for use for longer than 14 days unless recommended by doctor. Joint & Back Pain Relief: Apply 2 times daily (morning and evening) for up to 7 days. Maximum daily dose 8 g. Not for use for longer than 7 days unless recommended by doctor. Osteoarthritis Gel: Apply 3-4 times daily for up to 14 days. Maximum daily dose 16 g. Not for use for longer than 14 days unless recommended by doctor. Consult doctor if more than two major joints affected. Contraindications Patients whose asthma, angioedema, urticaria or acute rhinitis are precipitated by aspirin or other NSAIDs. Hypersensitivity to diclofenac, aspirin, other NSAIDs or excipients. Third trimester of pregnancy. Children under 14 years. Precautions Do not use on large areas of skin and over a prolonged period. Do not smoke and avoid naked flames. Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight to avoid photosensitivity. Contains propylene glycol and butylhydroxytoluene which may cause skin irritation. Apply only to intact, non-diseased skin. Do not use with occlusion. Avoid ingestion or contact with eyes or mucous membranes. Caution in patients with previous or active peptic ulceration; suffering from/previous history of asthma or allergic disease. Discontinue use if skin rash develops. Caution with concomitant use of other diclofenac products or systemic NSAIDs. Side effects See SPCs for full details. Rash, erythema, pruritus, dermatitis, eczema. Hypersensitivity (including urticaria), angioedema. Asthma. Photosensitivity reactions. Desquamation, skin discolouration. Product licence number, legal category, pack size and RSP (excl. VAT) Back & Muscle Gel: PL 44673/0156 (GSL) 30 g £5.41, 50 g £7.49, 100 g £12.08. Max Strength Pain Gel: PL 44673/0154 (P), 30 g £7.08, 50 g £9.99, 100 g £15.58. Joint & Back Pain Gel: PL 44673/0160 (GSL), 30 g £7.08, 50 g £9.99. Osteoarthritis Gel: PL 44673/0155 (P), 30 g £5.41, 50 g £7.49, 100 g £12.08. PL holder Gels: Haleon UK Trading Limited, The Heights, Weybridge, KT13 0NY, U.K. Date of preparation: Jan 2024.

Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel - for relief of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis.

Joint pain: overview

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References

Zacher J et al. Topical diclofenac versus oral ibuprofen in the treatment of active osteoarthritis of the finger joints (Herberden’s and/or Bouchard’s nodes). Double-blind, controlled, randomized study. Aktuelle Rheumatologie. 2001; 26(1): 7-14
Brune K. Curr Med Res Opin 2007;23:2985–95.
Hagen M, Baker M. Curr Med Res Opin 2017;33:1623–34.
NICE. Osteoarthritis. Care and management in adults, 2014. Available at: www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg177. Last accessed: 29/01/20
Derry S, et al. Cochrane Database Sys Rev 2015;6:CD007402.
Derry S, et al. Cochrane Database Sys Rev 2017;6:CD007403.
Davies NM, Anderson KR. Clin Pharmacokinet 1997;33:184–213.
Summary of Product Characteristics
Zacher J, et al. Curr Med Res Opin 2008;24:925–50.

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Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel

Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel – relieves pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis

Delivers diclofenac directly to inflamed areas within joint tissues1

A first line recommendation by NICE

The lowest Number Needed to Treat (NNT) for Voltarol Gels* in a Cochrane Review of topical NSAIDs vs placebo5,6

Low systemic exposure

Reduced risk of systemic side effects vs oral NSAIDs

How can Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel help Alice?

Alice has been diagnosed with osteoarthritis of the hand

Recommend Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel for relief of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis.

Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel Diclofenac Diethylammoniom

Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel

Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel - for relief of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis.

Joint pain: overview

Product Orders

Patient care resources

References

Delivers diclofenac directly to inflamed areas within joint tissues¹

The lowest Number Needed to Treat (NNT) for Voltarol Gels* in a Cochrane Review of topical NSAIDs vs placebo^5,6