Thread: Voltaren

Hey Doc

simple question, I just noticed that Voltaren recommends not using it for longer than two weeks. Is this a "if pain persists see your doctor" type of recommendation, or is there a deeper reason?

Tim

Hey mate, that is a bit of the basis of it, as generally an inflammatory condition should not persist beyond that period, unless of course it's chronic joint degeneration, arthritis or the drug is being used to treat other pathology, such as bone cancer. If your symptoms fail to change after 2 weeks of taking Voltaren, you should definitely see your doctor.

While many view Voltaren as a fairly low sides drug, (and it is one of the better tolerated), it can cause issues with some people. These conditions include asthma, comcommitant use of anticoagulants, such as aspirin, warfarin or even other NSAIDs. Some people experience severe gastric complications and skin irritation, others may experience hypertension or even liver dysfunction as a result of taking the drug. This is generally dose and time related. Short periods are generally well tolerated, but it should be taken strictly as directed by either your doctor or pharmacist.

BD

Glad this topic has been posted.
Ive been interested in Voltaren since seeing the new ads recently.
I have also begun experiencing more pain in my muscles and joints since upping my training duration and intensity.

If you are looking at something just for muscle soreness, I recommend Flexall. It's menthol, eucalyptus, peppermint, thyme in a vitamin e and aloe vera base.

Your opinion BD?

Flexall is good, when you're the receiver of the massage! I used to use it in my clinics all the time, but as a therapist it can be murder on your hands, not to mention your other bits if you need to go to the loo after using it!

Muscle aches and pains can also be helped by a nice hot bath with a box of Epsom Salts dissolved in it.

BD

im looking for a pill to use in conjunction with a rub

I was put on to a vetinary product thats been great.... Rapigel...
Although it does suggest its for animal use only, i haven't had any adverse reaction to it...

Is there anything I should be worried about by using it, doc?

Highly recommend Voltaren, not long ago I had a bout of tendonitis - pain where the bicep connects to the forearm - made a few excercise adjustments and used Voltaren for a week or so - worked like a charm.

Originally Posted by scottie2301

I was put on to a vetinary product thats been great.... Rapigel...
Although it does suggest its for animal use only, i haven't had any adverse reaction to it...

Is there anything I should be worried about by using it, doc?

Rapigel rocks mate. It has a high menthol content, so be careful with eyes and other sensitive bits. I used to use it a lot, but it dries the hell out of your hands.

Originally Posted by BODY DOC

Flexall is good, when you're the receiver of the massage! I used to use it in my clinics all the time, but as a therapist it can be murder on your hands, not to mention your other bits if you need to go to the loo after using it!


BD

Yep, been there, done that.....

Originally Posted by soriminah

Yep, been there, done that.....

You have a penis?

Sorry, couldn't resist! My bad.

Originally Posted by BODY DOC

You have a penis?

Sorry, couldn't resist! My bad.

On my girlie bits Mr Smarty Pants....

but funnily enough, they use low amounts of menthol in sex balms to get your bits all tingly......

Originally Posted by gymbunny87

im looking for a pill to use in conjunction with a rub

Aren't we all

Originally Posted by Tranquilo

Aren't we all

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Get back on topic you filthy animals!

Originally Posted by Tranquilo

Aren't we all

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