Diclofenac topical for Osteoarthritis User Reviews (Page 5)

• Fran
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 10, 2021

Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel (diclofenac) "I have been using for two weeks. It has helped me. I use as directed.. It is a process to help your knees improve. I already can walk smoother and faster and feel more secure then I have in a long time. I would recommend. I don’t feel I have had any side effects from it. I am 79 years and like to stay busy."

• JaimeeB
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 21, 2018

Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel (diclofenac) "My doctor sent me home diclofenac patches however since they’re not covered by my insurance and cost way to much to pay for out of pocket ($300 to much) he called in a prescription for the gel. The patches worked awesome and the gel I’m NOT a fan of at all. I have Bursitis in my right hip and a large annulus tear in my lower back and my skin where I rub the gel has become overly sensitive and painful to touch."

• MLena...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• February 16, 2023

Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel (diclofenac) "I'VE been using Voltaren Gel for more than 10 years for osteo-arthritis pain on the tops of my feet (metatarsal bones) and my ankles. I don't use it every day, but use it "as needed" for extreme foot pain. I only need to use it once a day, generally. Sometimes twice a day if I have been walking or standing for a long period of time. It relieves my pain very quickly -- usually within 30-60 minutes after applying the gel to the tops of my feet and my ankles). I have not experienced any adverse side effects. I am 72 yrs. old and had to have partial knee replacements on both legs when I was in my early 50's. (I'm not sure if Voltaren was available in gel form 20 years ago, but my orthopedic doctor did not prescribe it to treat my knee pain. Happy that I had the knee replacements when I was young enough to make a full, speedy recovery from the surgery!) I am allergic and sensitive to many drugs, but I have not had any allergic reactions to Voltaren Gel."

• JPWhi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 24, 2016

"I was skeptical that a topical application would be effective. I've used Biofreeze my chiropractor recommended which was OK but not great. Got a generic form of Solaraze from the pharmacy in a pump dispenser which makes measuring the gel quick and easy. My mid back aches vanished after the first application. Left hip pain disappeared after first application. Lower back pain has eased so I will continue to apply until the pain is further reduced and hopefully eliminated. Once my low back is better I'll apply on my right knee and neck. I have multi-level degenerative disks with some stenosis. Had back pain since my 20's, now in my mid fifties. This is one of the most effective treatments to date."

• Texas...
• August 7, 2011

"For 5 years, my knee has caused severe problems and I have had to use a brace or bandage when on my feet. After having a large mass removed from my leg, the knee got worse and was swollen until I couldn't walk without a cane or walker. I went to the doctor to see if I could get a shot to help me walk and he gave me a tube of Voltaran Gel to use. I came home, put it on the knee and propped my leg up for an hour. When I was ready to get up, I dreaded it because I just knew I was going to be in horrible pain again. But, the pain was almost all gone. I couldn't believe that a simple gel could have that effect so fast but, it did! This product is worth its weight in gold! No cane for two days now!"

• Deanna
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 2, 2018

"I have osteoarthritis and I have been using the gel for a few days now and when it was first prescribed I thought "no way a topical cream is going to take away the serious pain in my knees." I was shocked when I felt the dull numbing feeling it have me pretty much instantly. However, as much as I love the relief I feel... It really doesn't last long. I am a very busy full time hairstylist and mom of 3 and I feel like I need to apply more than 4 times a day. I'm afraid to take my Motrin 800 with it, not sure It is safe to combine them. But overall, I am very grateful I finally have something that works!"

• Granny...
• December 10, 2017

"Can't even open the tube. Have a friend with severe allergies (Multiple Chemical Sensitivity). Between the alcohol and fragrance it can not be opened in the home. Then read all the side effects. Wish I had known this before I purchased it. Thankfully, insurance paid for it."

• tdl
• August 3, 2011

"I have ulcers so I can't take ANY oral NSAIDS or aspirin or any blood thinning medication. I have severe osteoarthritis in my knees, back, shoulders, elbows, feet, neck, and back. I am only 24 and I also have fibromyalgia. I have been using Voltaren cream from 3 years and it is wonderful. My opiate pain medication helps so much but in between doses I use the cream to get by. Without it I can't function at a normal level and it hurts to bad to cook, shower, or do any basic activity. I have had no side effects. Although after I shave it burns to put it on my knees but that's just because I had just shaved."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 2, 2012

"I can move far more freely, I feel so much younger, I can run upstairs with no pain so I tend to stay and feel fitter. I am generally much happier with my lot. I go off it for weeks at a time to give my body a chance to recover from any ill effects like stomach rupturing (bleeding etc) then I go back on it again and enjoy the results. I think it makes me feel tired in the early evenings but its worth that inconvenience. I refuse to endure a life of continual discomfort. I take it with Losec to reduce the risk of stomach damage and would highly recommend it."

• Rob
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 28, 2022

Pennsaid (diclofenac) "Didn’t treat my pain at all. Instead I experienced three of the side effects. I used it for two days and developed an incredibly itchy raised rash that I had to see a dermatologist for. I also had excessive night sweats and shortness of breath. Worthless medication."

• Carol...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 7, 2022

"I have been in pain with my knee for years. The pain got so bad I couldn't walk. My primary care physician referred me to an ortho Dr. That took x rays and diagnosed me with arthritis but the worst was bone on bone. He gave me a shot of cortisone which didn't help much. Then 3 shots of gel injections. Again not much relief, but scheduled a total knee replacement. I did pre-op exercises and I was told about (Voltaren) Diclofenac sodium topical gel. I find this product amazing. I have since had the surgery and at 5 weeks post op I can bend my knee at 120 degrees. Without diclofenac I wouldn't be able to have these results. I am 67 yrs old and 255 lbs. At my age, and size exercise was never my favorite thing to do. With diclofenac I am able to get around better than pre- op , but I have a long way to go to be totally pain free. Thank you Diclofenac."

• Jazzie
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 12, 2021

Pennsaid (diclofenac) "I have neck, knee and lower back issues. My doctor gave me samples after the Val stop working well it did nothing for my neck but burn it as for my lower back and knee pain - it went away a little for like 30min then everything was back hurting and discomfort. Guess it just not for me"

• Dancer
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 3, 2021

Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel (diclofenac) "Used voltaren gel on both arthritic knees for 21 days, 4x/day in hopes of dancing again as shown in the commercial of the guy able to dance again. Well if I only wanted to dance for less than 3 weeks total my rating would be 10 stars! Was mostly pain free from 5th thru 21st day of use plus 3 days after stopping. Morning of 4th day, was as if I had never used it. SO disappointing! Not worth bothering!"

• Tipster
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 25, 2023

Pennsaid (diclofenac) "So far, I'm unimpressed. I've been using it for heel pain and Pennsaid has not provided adequate pain relief. It makes the pain symptoms worse. However, it seems to be effective for knee pain. I have had better results with voltaren without the exorbitant price tag."

• Doc
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 13, 2021

"Voltaren Works! I have been on every pain-relieving drug on the market..... when inflammation is the problem, NSAIDS are not the answer, when the problem is severe. You trade in joint pain for gastritis. Yikes! Voltaren relieves acute joint pain with fewer side effects than Advil. Yeah!!!!!"

• David...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• November 9, 2022

Pennsaid (diclofenac) "This gives me best relief for my knee and actual helps my fingers and knuckles when applying the product which are also bad and arthritic. It is much better than taking NSAIDS which are bad for the intestinal tract."

• Lauren...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 16, 2021

"Both my husband and I have moderate osteoarthritis in our hands and back. We wake up very stiff and sore... until we apply Voltaren. Within 5 minutes the pain is gone and we are ready to get to work! We really appreciate this medicine which allows us to drink our morning coffee and plan a normal workday."

• Josef...
• February 12, 2022

Pennsaid (diclofenac) "Pennsaid is the best, I have been using for years on my arthritic knees with 100% positive results. When I retired and no longer had private insurance I had a rude awakening, Medicare doesn’t cover it and because I have Medicare I don’t qualify for any coupons, I tried Voltaren which doesn’t work, according to Medicare is the same, well… didn’t work, so I have been lucky so far to get samples. Some needs to change for retirees"

• Digit...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 29, 2020

Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel (diclofenac) "I use the voltaren gel daily and it works well. I cannot tolerate oral NSAIDs and this proved to be a welcome alternative. I use it on my shoulders, back and knees, all to good effect."

• bigpi...
• August 26, 2014

Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel (diclofenac) "I had spinal fusion on my lower back 6 months ago. NOTHING helped with the pain. My wonderful Dr. prescribed Voltaren Gel 1% 4x a day. All that I can say is......WOW. This stuff is top notch!"

• Dawny
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 6, 2019

Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel (diclofenac) "Think I have been using too much of voltaren gel, I have been getting bad palpitations and very bad depression. I stopped using it a feel a lot better couldn’t keep awake all day with it"

• bjba
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 3, 2013

Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel (diclofenac) "I have COPD and osteoarthritis. My doctor gave me a trial tube. It worked wonders. Pain gone in less than 5 mins. You got to try it!"

• Bethylg
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 13, 2014

Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel (diclofenac) "I've been using this for quite awhile for my very painful osteoarthritis in my knuckles. It still amazes me how well it works. I get horrible burning pain and this works within minutes. Great med!"

• farmer
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 30, 2020

Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel (diclofenac) "Four Times a day???? You would have to arrange your whole day and carry the tube with you. Patient compliance is impossible .....took it back after reading the directions."

• Sore
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 11, 2020

Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel (diclofenac) "Voltaron emolgel does work a little, a little better than nothing. But over priced and that stupid cap thing is a waste had to cut it open to get all the gel out. Find another idea."