Diclofenac Gel: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates
Diclofenac Gel
| Generic name | diclofenac sodium |
|---|---|
| Drug class | nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) |
| Forms | Topical gel |
Diclofenac gel is a medicine you rub onto your skin to relieve pain in muscles and joints, such as from sprains, strains, or arthritis. Some versions are also used to treat actinic keratosis, a skin condition caused by sun damage. It belongs to a group of medicines called NSAIDs.
General information
Follow the prescriber and the leaflet that comes with this medicine.