Voltarol overview
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Voltarol – bring back the joy of movement for your patients
The Voltarol range of products provides effective relief of body pain to help patients rediscover the joy of movement.
Voltarol – for effective relief of body pain
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Diclofenac is a potent anti-inflammatory ingredient1
Most Voltarol products include the potent non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), diclofenac.1,2
This active ingredient targets pain at its source by reducing inflammation.1,3
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Low systemic absorption, for a lower risk of systemic side effects4,5
The topical application of Voltarol Gels have a low systemic exposure meaning a reduced risk of systemic side effects and drug-drug interactions.4,5
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Products that match patient needs
The Voltarol family of products contains a range of solutions to suit your patient's requirements, including:
- A selection of formulations – including topical gels, medicated plaster and non-medicated patch
- Products based on either the active ingredient diclofenac or non-drug technology
- Treatments formulated specifically for common types of body pain – including joint pain; muscle pain; sprains and strains; and back and neck pain
The science behind Voltarol
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Targeting pain with the potent anti-inflammatory effects of diclofenac1
Diclofenac reduces inflammation by inhibiting prostaglandin biosynthesis through action on the cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes. Diclofenac exerts its therapeutic effects primarily through inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis by COX-2. It also reduces the production of leukotrienes by inhibiting phospholipase A2 activity.3
Diclofenac not only provides pain relief but also treats inflammation – a root cause of pain.
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Harnessing the pain-relieving action of heat
Topical heat treatment applied directly on the skin increases both deep tissue temperature and blood flow and provides clinically proven relief of pain.6-8
The therapeutic benefits of continuous low-level heat* are long-lasting – pain relief is still provided up to 24 hours** after the heat source is removed.6†
According to some clinical guidelines for low back pain, superficial heat is the only non-pharmacological treatment with good evidence to support a pain-relieving effect.9,10†
*40°C for 8 hours per day for at least 2 days.**Up to 24 hours of pain relief in lower back pain from second day of treatment
†American Pain Society/American College of Physicians guidelines.
The Voltarol range offers pain-relief products tailored to individual patient needs
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Voltarol Back & Muscle Pain Relief 1.16% Gel (diclofenac diethylammonium) for strains and sprains
Scientifically proven to help relieve muscle pain, reduce inflammation and restore movement11–13
See the evidence for Voltarol Back & Muscle Pain Relief 1.16% Gel. 100g pack available with no mess applicator.
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Voltarol Max Strength Pain Relief 2.32% Gel (diclofenac diethylammonium) offers convenient twice daily application
With a permeation enhancer to increase penetration of diclofenac,14it provides up to 12 hours of relief from joint pain.15
See how Voltarol Extra Strength Pain Relief 2.32% Gel can help your patients, with just twice daily topical application
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Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief 1.16% Gel (diclofenac diethylammonium) for patients with osteoarthritis
As effective as oral NSAIDs for localised joint pain with a reduced risk of gastrointestinal side effects.16
See how Voltarol Osteoarthritis Joint Pain Relief Gel can help your patients with osteoarthritis.
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Voltarol Heat Patch – for non-medicated relief
Deep-penetrating and long-lasting relief using continuous low-level heat therapy.6,17–19*
See how Voltarol Heat Patch can help your patients with back and neck pain
*40°C for 8 hours per day for at least 2 days.
Voltarol – for effective relief of pain
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Patient care resources
Review educational materials on Voltarol products for your patients.
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Conditions
Our overviews of common pain conditions explore the causes, signs, symptoms and impact of each condition, and summarise the latest evidence-based management recommendations.