Generic Name: Voltaren for Osteoarthritis (diclofenac)
Voltaren for Osteoarthritis Reviews
"I have been on every NSAID there is, both prescription and non-prescription. Finally, a doctor suggested I try Voltaren. I've been on it for about 8 years now, and it has helped me keep my narcotic usage to a minimum. It helps the severe osteoarthritis pain in my joints along with the muscle pain I have."
"I started taking Voltaren back in October for osteoarthritis of my knees, right hip, and left hand. I also have bursitis and piriformis syndrome in my right hip as well as Achilles tendonitis in the right foot. I take 75mg two times a day. My knees are so bad that I had to have Synvisc-One injections as well. Combined, I have been able to work my 12-hour shifts as an RN. I still have pain that's about a 6-7 after working three 12-hour shifts in a row, but I would not be able to work at all without the Voltaren. I am looking to have my knees replaced in the near future. The only side effect I have had is stomach upset if I do not take it with food and some mild constipation. I would recommend this medicine to anyone."
"I have severe osteoarthritis in both knees, and arthritis in my back and shoulders. My doctor prescribed Voltaren because I built up a resistance to ibuprofen and Aleve. I've been in pain for so long I forgot what it was like to be pain-free. A little nervous over the long-term side effects, so hoping I can get the weight off so I can be medication-free. Just thankful to be able to move and do things I love without pain."
"I have osteoarthritis in my hands, elbows, knees and feet, and some days the pain was so bad I didn't want to move. The first day I took Voltaren I felt full pain relief. It's a wonderful pain medication. I like that it's not a narcotic. Thank you, Voltaren. I have my life back."
"38-year-old female, suffered severe neck pain for about 5 years with no success in any type of treatment (massage, spinal reflex, nerve pain specialists, etc.). I have spent a small fortune on my neck pain. I have finally self-diagnosed as osteoarthritis after feeling sand-like grit in my neck and a few internet searches. Thought I would try Voltaren and magic. Only need to take 50 mg once per day and no neck pain. Highly recommend."
"I've been on this now for 5 months, and it is by far the best pain medicine out there. No high feeling or anything like that. If your doctor has you on Celebrex and you don't feel any relief, ask him for Voltaren. You will most certainly feel the difference. If you are on it for any length of time (like me), then every so often you'll have to have blood work done to check your kidneys and liver to make sure they are functioning right as this medicine can cause problems with that. For me, everything is good to go so far. I swear by Voltaren."
"I have tried a dozen different medications but none as effective as this. I tried Celebrex last year and was in so much pain after three days I went back to my Voltaren. I take 100mg twice a day that helps me work and function normally."
"MD recommended that I take this medication for 4 weeks, 75 mg twice a day. He warned me that most people stop taking the medication after two weeks because they feel much better. I have been taking the medication for 3 days and this is the best that I have felt in six months. I will definitely follow his instructions and continue for 4 weeks in hopes of feeling even better. No more pain in the hip, no more pain when rising, no more sharp pain when walking, or leg tenderness when trying to sleep. I was recently diagnosed with osteoarthritis."
"This medicine has been wonderful for me. I have bad arthritis in numerous joints. I just take one tablet with food in the morning (75mg/day), and it makes all the difference in the world. I have not experienced any side effects yet and have been taking this medicine for about 9 months."
"Suffering knee pain diagnosed as mild osteoarthritis. Tried many different oils and creams and then paid for a tube of Voltanen emulgel. Garbage, this company should be charged with fraud, may as well rubbed with nothing. Please don't waste your money on this rubbish."
"I've taken Voltaren for over 25 years 3 times a day. For 5 days before each of 4 complete joint replacements, I had to quit taking it since it is a slight blood thinner. Each time I got very stiff with painful joints. I've tried most of the other arthritis NSAIDs, and none work nearly as well. My Dr. runs a liver function test every 6 months."
"I am 46, female, with osteoarthritis in one knee - had an arthroscopy last year that seemed to just make things worse. I have tried the Synvisc injections - no help. It was getting to the point where I was sitting most of the day to avoid the pain and stiffness. Even swimming was painful. I would have to take at least 800mg of Motrin to feel the tiniest bit of relief. Tried Oxycodone and Vicodin - nothing except sleepiness. Started taking Voltaren a few days ago - the generic diclofenac - 50 mg 2x a day. Wow - I am so surprised how well this is working! I am moving around with little pain and only a small amount of stiffness now. No side effects so far. I am so grateful my doctor suggested this - I am happier now!"
"I have been on all kinds of pain medicines and have had injections in my spine and hip to help relieve the pain from my arthritis, but nothing has worked as good as this. I know there are risks with this medicine, but for the relief I got, the benefits more than outweigh the risk. This stuff works."
"Night pain from knee osteoarthritis - a burning on the medial side - sometimes bothers me at night, particularly if I have been active during the day. If I get up and walk around for a few minutes, sometimes the pain vanishes. Otherwise, I apply Voltaren gel - about the size of a small grape - over the sore place, and the pain goes away pretty quickly. I occasionally apply Voltaren ahead of time if I know I'm going to be on my feet a lot."
"Voltaren is a fabulous drug. I have osteoarthritis of the spine and hip and carpal tunnel syndrome. After taking Voltaren for 3 days, 50 mg once a day, I am no longer limping, and the inflammation in my hands has gone down. I am back to hiking, swimming, and piano playing. What a relief."
"1 pill twice a day. Voltaren effective until it caused severe swelling of my entire legs and hands. The increased edema put pressure on my bursa in both hips and on the nerves leaving my groin and going into my legs. All of this pressure caused electrical shocks in my thighs. I took a diuretic, but it didn't remove the fluid from my thighs."
"I have been taking Voltaren for the past 6 years in conjunction with omapromazin. I would not have been able to walk, sleep, or enjoy life. It is only now, after having two knee replacements, that I no longer need to take any medication. I think Voltaren is a way to enjoy life again, without pain. But for me, I am happy to have the new knee replacements."
"I have been struggling for a couple of years with pain in my right knee. Problems sleeping and now walk with a limp. Bought Voltarol after seeing numerous glowing adverts on tv. Very expensive and an absolute waste of money. This cream made no difference at all. Rubbish."
"I tried Voltaren because it was new and different and nothing else on the market helped with my knee pain. I followed the directions and found that it doesn't work either. Definitely not worth the price I paid. I'm hoping that some day I will be able to find a product that actually does what it claims."
"Been in pain for 9 months. $800 knee brace. Helped but not enough. Took a fall on the ice and a trip to Ortho Walk in. Gave me Voltaren to take. No pain in less than an hour. Not thrilled with possible side effect, but pain free. I will take the chance."
"Just diagnosed with arthritis. I have osteoporosis now. Have only been using this for 3 days, and it works wonderfully. It eases my neck pain to where I hardly feel any hurt. I'm wary of the side effects, so I don't know how long I will use this cream, but I tell you what, if I hurt, this cream is the first thing I would go for!"
"Have cervical spondylosis, was amazed how well this medicine works. Tylenol, etc. does not reduce the inflammation, which is very important in pain management. Take pills 75 mg 2 x daily, for 2-3 days, then go off of them until I cannot tolerate the pain. Last time I took Voltaren was in mid-March, now it's mid-April. Very happy."
"I currently have osteoarthritis in my left knee. I had arthroscopic surgery in January of this year. I think the surgery has not helped my problem. I use Voltaren gel on my knee three times each day. I am very pleased with the result and have had less pain since using this treatment."
"I have been taking Voltaren since I herniated a disc in my lumbar spine in 1999. I have had NO adverse reactions. I have had 2 surgeries, the last in 2007, and was off my medication for 8 months, and as soon as I took 1 tablet, I could feel the difference! I highly recommend this medication to all my friends and anyone who needs an anti-inflammatory."
"Recently diagnosed with osteoarthritis in both hands. The pain was so bad that I would wake up in the middle of the night in pain, and I was not able to use my right hand at all. Doctor put me on Voltaren one week ago. So far, I have been pain-free. Still have swelling in joints, but the morning stiffness and pain is gone. Gave it an 8 rating since I have only been on the drug for 1 week. Have experienced some acid reflux and sleepiness during the day. I don't know if it is because of the medicine or another problem."
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