What is Diclofenac Gel?

Diclofenac gel is a type of local drugs that are often used to treat actininic keratosis, a condition that can develop on skin cancer. Sometimes it is also used to alleviate symptoms of arthritis. This gel is generally classified as a non -steroidal anti -inflammatory drug (NSAID), making it an analgesic similar to aspirin. Normally it works by inhibiting the effect of cyclooxygenase enzyme (COX) inside the body. This can help prevent inflammatory reactions of the body and relieve pain. Diklofenac gel can be applied every 12 hours to remove the lesions of actinic keratosis. For arthritis relief, however, diclofenac gel can be massaged into affected joints every six hours. Only a small amount is assumed that the active ingredients of the drug will reach the bloodstream. Patients are generally advised to avoid the use of other skin products, including skin lotions, through the treatment area. It is generally recommended that the healing area remains as much as possibleE UNDERFORTED AND OPEN AIR.

Some patients may not be able to use diclofenac gel. Patients who are allergic to one of the ingredients of this drug can be recommended to prevent its use. Women pregnant and breastfeeding are generally recommended that it avoids its use.

People with serious and chronic health are generally recommended that before using diclofenac gel to seek the advice of a doctor. Patients with heart problems or high blood pressure may not be able to use this medicine. People with asthma, blood disorders and some stomach problems may not be able to use this medicine. People with heart, liver or kidney disease or kidney disease can be recommended that you avoid using gel diclofenac.

The common side effects of Diclofenac gel may include peeling, peeling and dry skin in the treatment area. Treated skin can experience odd feelings. It has also been known that back muscle pain occurs as a side effect of using this drug.