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NSAID, topical (pain-relief gel) · ATC M02AA15
Diclofenac (topical gel)
Voltaren gel in the US
The international (INN) name. Pharmacists everywhere recognize it, even when the local brand differs (e.g. Voltaren Emulgel, Voltaren Schmerzgel, VoltarenActigo).
Sold for: sprains and strains.
15 destinations
DestinationAsk forStatus
United StatesAsk forVoltaren (Arthritis Pain gel)OTC
The gel is over the counter; diclofenac tablets need a prescription.
United KingdomAsk forVoltarolOTC
Voltarol Back & Muscle Pain Relief gel is on general sale; the other Voltarol gels are pharmacy-only, and the tablets and suppositories need a prescription.
FranceAsk forVoltarenActigoGeneric name here: Diclofénac (gel)OTC
Flector gel is another diclofenac gel sold without a prescription.