... then switch to my knees? Should I have several weeks or more in between the two uses? Also, does the benefit of Voltaren stop when you stop taking it after 21 days? (Does the pain go back to the pre-Voltaren level). It's osteoarthritis of knees and ankles.
OTC Voltaren says use for 21 days max. Can I use it for 21 days for my ankles and...
Question posted by annedoorco17 on 6 Aug 2020
Last updated on 6 August 2020
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geekygranny
6 Aug 2020
My experience is it doesn't matter. The pharmacist did say it could upset your stomach but I asked... even cream??? Don't think so. She had the look like yeah, maybe not the cream.
Pain does return when you quit using it for awhile. OS doesn't go away unfortunately. I use a lot on my back every day. I have been using this for many years. So happy it came out in OTC. Same strength, less price! (for me anyway)
annedoorco17
6 Aug 2020
Thank you. The directions say no more than 21 days and I've noticed a number of people say they use it all the time. I'm glad it helps.
masso
6 Aug 2020
Consult with your Pharmacist, better safe than sorry.
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