Diclofenac topical

Generic name: diclofenac topical [ dye-KLOE-fen-ak-TOP-ik-al ]
Brand names: Pennsaid, Rexaphenac, Solaraze, Voltaren Topical
Dosage forms: topical cream (1%); topical gel (1%; 3%); topical kit (1%); topical solution (1.5%; 2%)
Drug class:Topical non-steroidal anti-inflammatories

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on May 5, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is diclofenac topical?

Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Diclofenac topical (for the skin) is used to treat joint pain caused by osteoarthritis. diclofenac topical is for use on the hands, wrists, elbows, knees, ankles, or feet. Diclofenac topical may not be effective in treating arthritis pain elsewhere in the body.

Pennsaid is for use only on the knees.

Solaraze is used to treat warty overgrowths of skin (actinic keratoses) on sun-exposed areas of the body.

Diclofenac topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Diclofenac topical can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke. Do not use this medicine just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG). Diclofenac topical may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal.

Before taking this medicine

Diclofenac topical can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke, even if you don't have any risk factors. Do not use diclofenac topical just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG).

Diclofenac topical may also cause stoma...