Voltarol Emulgel P is a gel for application to the skin, used to relieve pain and reduce inflammation and swelling in a number of painful local conditions affecting the joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments:

Voltarol Emulgel P can be used to relieve pain in mild arthritis.

Using Voltarol Emulgel P.

It is important to use Voltarol Emulgel P correctly.
Follow the instructions carefully.

- Pierce tube seal with spiked top of cap. Do not use if seal is broken.

- Gently rub a small amount of gel into the skin around the painful or swollen area.
The amount of gel needed will vary depending upon the size of the painful or swollen area. Usually, a quantity the size of a 1 penny or 2 pence piece will be sufficient.

- You can apply the gel 3 to 4 times a day unless your doctor or pharmacist tells you otherwise. You may notice a slight cooling effect when you rub the gel into the skin.

- Do not rub the gel into cuts, open wounds or any other area where the skin is abnormal. After rubbing the gel into the skin, do not cover with bandages or sticking plaster. 

 - Be careful not to get the gel in your eyes. If this happens, rinse your eyes with clean water and tell your doctor.

- Wash your hands after rubbing in the gel (unless they are the site being treated).

- Do not use Voltarol Emulgel P for more than 7 days, unless longer treatment is recommended by a doctor. If symptoms do not improve within this time, or they get worse, consult your doctor. 
 

- If you miss applying -Voltarol Emulgel P at the correct time, rub in the gel when you remember and then next apply the gel at the usual time. Do not apply a double dose.

What's in Voltarol Emulgel P?
 

Voltarol Emulgel P contains 1.16% of diclofenac diethylammonium, which is equivalent to 1 g of diclofenac sodium in each 100 g of gel. Diclofenac, the active ingredient in Voltarol Emulgel P, is one of a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory analgesics (NSAIDs) which reduce pain and inflammation.
The gel also contains the following inactive ingredients: diethylamine, acrylic acid polymer, polyoxyethylene glycol cetyl ether, caprylic/capric acid fatty alcohol ester, isopropyl alcohol, liquid paraffin, propylene glycol, water, perfume.