Diseases of the musculoskeletal system are constantly accompanied by a strong pain syndrome, in which it is recommended to use analgesics. One effective local anesthetic is Voltaren ointment, which can quickly eliminate discomfort in the foci of inflammation, relieve swelling and lower the temperature of the tissues.
Ingredients ointment Voltaren
The proposed drug is based on a derivative of phenylacetic acid, diclofenac, which has an anti-inflammatory effect. In addition to the active substance, Voltaren also contains purified water, an aromatic cream, propylene glycol, liquid paraffin and other auxiliary ingredients.
Diclofenac is considered a non-steroidal analgesic with some antipyretic effect. The substance under consideration has the following properties:
- elimination of puffiness;
- relief of pain syndrome;
- regeneration of connective tissue;
- restoration of ligaments and joints;
- acceleration of healing of muscle injuries and tendons.
Instructions for ointments Voltaren Emulgel
The described preparation is recommended to use in the following cases:
- arthritis;
- tendonitis;
- bursitis;
- periarthritis;
- tenosynovitis;
- rheumatism of soft tissues;
- trauma of ligaments;
- muscle damage;
- dislocations;
- tears and tears of tendons;
- hematomas;
- sports injuries;
- osteoarthritis.
The method of applying Voltarin ointment consists in the daily application of a small amount of the drug to the affected areas 3-4 times a day. It is important to first clean and dry the surface of the skin, distribute the medicine in a thin layer.
The full course of therapy continues, as a rule, no more than 2 weeks. In the treatment of joints, Voltaren can be used for 21 days.
It is worth noting that if after a week of applying the ointment there are no positive changes in the state of health, it is advisable to choose another medication.
Among the common side effects are quite often noted:
- allergic reactions;
- carpalaria ;
- dermatitis;
- itching;
- photosensitization;
- angioedema;
- bronchospasm.
It should be noted that the absorption of Diclofenac into the systemic blood flow is very small, therefore the risk of development of the above-mentioned actions is minimal and is observed only in isolated cases.
Voltaren ointment during pregnancy
Despite the fact that women in the situation often face joint diseases, it is undesirable for them to prescribe the drug. It is allowed to use Voltaren only in the first and second trimester, but only in situations where the positive effect of the medication on a future mother is more important than the risk of complications in the fetal growth.
Starting from the 3rd trimester, and ending with the period of lactation, it is forbidden to apply the medicine.
Contraindications to the use of ointment Voltaren
With increased sensitivity to analgesics and constituent components of the drug, its application is excluded. Also Voltaren is contraindicated in allergic rhinitis, bronchospasm and hives.
Having a tendency to histamine diseases, before using it is worth checking the tolerance of the ointment on an inconspicuous area of the skin.
Analogues of ointment Voltaren
You can replace the described medicine with such names:
- Diclofenac ;
- Diklak;
- Almiral;
- Dicluberl;
- Dicloran;
- Diclo Duo;
- Diklo-F;
- Diclorium;
- Diklobru;
- Olfen;
- Naklofen;
- Orthophene;
- Feloran;
- Ketolac;
- Indomethacin;
- Ketalgin;
- Ketanov;
- Diclutol;
- Bol-Run;
- Blokium B12;
- Diclokaine;
- Dolex;
- Actinac;
- Aertal;
- Asefil;
- Rapten 75;
- Rapidus.
All of these medicines refer to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory analgesics having an effect similar to Voltaren.