Description
Diclofenac (as diclofenac diethylamine)
For the short-term local, symptomatic treatment of mild to moderate pain in acute strains, sprains or contusions following blunt trauma.
1 g Gel contains 23.2 mg of diclofenac diethylamine corresponding to 20 mg diclofenac sodium.
Uses / Instructions
Package Type
Box
Warnings
The gel must not be taken orally. Do not use for longer than 7 days. If the symptoms worsen or do not improve after 3-5 days, consult a doctor. The maximum daily dose is 16g of gel. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Do not use this medicine:
- If you are allergic to diclofenac or any of the other ingredients
- If you have ever developed breathing problems (asthma, bronchospasm), hives, runny nose, or swelling of the face or tongue after taking/using aspirin or another non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (e.g. ibuprofen)
- In the last trimester of pregnancy
- In children and adolescents under 14 years of age.
Side Effects
See packaging/patient information leaflet for details.
Ingredients
Isopropyl Alcohol, Propylene Glycol (E1520), Cocoyl Caprylocaprate, Liquid Paraffin, Carbomer, Macrogol Cetostearyl Ether, Diethylamine, Oleic Acid (E570), Butylhydroxytoluene (E321), Fragrance (containing Citronellol, Geraniol, Benzyl Alcohol (E1519), Linalool, Limonene, Citral, Farnesol, Coumarin, Eugenol), Purified Water
