• for the temporary relief of arthritis pain ONLY in the following areas: • hand, wrist, elbow (upper body areas) • foot, ankle, knee (lower body areas) • this product may take up to 7 days to work for arthritis pain; it is not for immediate relief. If no pain relief in 7 days, stop use.
Dosage and administration
Use up to 21 days unless directed by your doctor. Not for strains, sprains, bruises or sports injuries. This product has not been shown to work for these types of injuries. Daily Per Dose For your arthritis pain: • Use 4 times per day every day • Do not use on more than 2 body areas at the same time Use ENCLOSED DOSING CARD to measure a dose • For each upper body area (hand, wrist, or elbow)- Squeeze out 2...
Storage and handling
• store at 20-25°C (68-77°F). Keep from freezing. • read all product information before using. Keep the dosing card, this carton and accompanying User Guide for important information.
Diclofenac sodium (NSAID*) 1% (equivalent to 0.93% diclofenac) *nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Purpose
OTC - PURPOSE SECTION
Arthritis pain reliever
Uses
INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION
• for the temporary relief of arthritis pain ONLY in the following areas: • hand, wrist, elbow (upper body areas) • foot, ankle, knee (lower body areas) • this product may take up to 7 days to work for arthritis pain; it is not for immediate relief. If no pain relief in 7 days, stop use.
Warnings
WARNINGS SECTION
For external use only
Allergy alert: Diclofenac may cause a severe allergic reaction, especially in people allergic to aspirin. Symptoms may include: • hives • asthma (wheezing) • skin reddening • blisters • facial swelling • shock • rash If an allergic reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Liver warning: This product contains diclofenac. Liver damage may occur if you apply • more or for a longer time than directed • when using other drugs containing diclofenac
Stomach bleeding warning: This product contains an NSAID, which may cause severe stomach bleeding. The chance is small but higher if you • are age 60 or older • have had stomach ulcers or bleeding problems • take a blood thinning (anticoagulant) or steroid drug • take other drugs containing prescription or nonprescription NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or others) • have 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product • apply more or for longer than directed
Heart attack and stroke warning: NSAIDs, except aspirin, increase the risk of heart attack, heart failure, and stroke. These can be fatal. The risk is higher if you use more than directed or for longer than directed.
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. It is especially important not to use diclofenac at 20 weeks or later in pregnancy unless definitely directed to do so by a doctor because it may cause problems in the unborn child or complications during delivery.
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
Use up to 21 days unless directed by your doctor. Not for strains, sprains, bruises or sports injuries. This product has not been shown to work for these types of injuries.
Daily
Per Dose
For your arthritis pain: • Use 4 times per day every day • Do not use on more than 2 body areas at the same time
Use ENCLOSED DOSING CARD to measure a dose • For each upper body area (hand, wrist, or elbow)- Squeeze out 2.25 inches (2 grams) • For each lower body area (foot, ankle or knee)- Squeeze out 4.5 inches (4 grams)
Read the enclosed User Guide for complete instructions: • use only as directed • do not use more than directed or for longer than directed • apply only to clean, dry skin that does not have any cuts, open wounds, infections or rashes • do not apply in same area as any other product • do not apply with external heat such as heating pad • do not apply a bandage over the treated area • store ENCLOSED DOSING CARD with your Diclofenac Sodium Topical Gel, 1%. The dosing card is re-usable.
Other information
STORAGE AND HANDLING SECTION
• store at 20-25°C (68-77°F). Keep from freezing. • read all product information before using. Keep the dosing card, this carton and accompanying User Guide for important information.
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