DICLOFENAC SODIUM (Voltaren) Nursing Considerations

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What is the generic name?

DICLOFENAC SODIUM

What is the Trade Name for DICLOFENAC SODIUM?

Voltaren

What are the Indications for DICLOFENAC SODIUM?

  • 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE VOLTAREN GEL is indicated for the relief of the pain of osteoarthritis of joints amenable to topical treatment, such as the knees and those of the hands. ‚Ä¢ VOLTAREN GEL has not been evaluated for use on the spine, hip, or shoulder. VOLTAREN GEL is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug indicated for the relief of the pain of osteoarthritis of joints amenable to topical treatment, such as the knees and those of the hands. ( 1 ) ‚Ä¢ VOLTAREN GEL was not evaluated for use on joints of the spine, hip, or shoulder. ( 14.1 )

 

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