Can Voltaren Dolo Emulgel be used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Voltaren Dolo Emulgel must not be used during the 1st and 2nd trimester of pregnancy or while breastfeeding, es unless expressly prescribed by a doctor.

Voltaren Dolo Emulgel must not be used during the last 3 months of pregnancy as it may harm the unborn baby or cause problems during delivery.

If you are planning to become pregnant, you should ask your doctor, pharmacist or druggist for advice before use.

How do you use Voltaren Dolo Emulgel?

The preparation is for external use only.

Adults and adolescents from the age of 12

Depending on the size of the painful or swollen areas or areas to be treated, an amount of 2-4 g Voltaren Dolo Emulgel (amount the size of a cherry to a walnut) applied, rubbed in lightly or massaged in for muscle pain.

After use:

• Wipe hands with a dry paper towel, then wash hands well, except when treating fingers. Dispose of the paper towel with the household waste.
• Before showering or bathing, you should wait until the emulgel has dried on the skin.

You should consider a treatment with Voltaren Dolo If you forget to use Emulgel, make up for it as soon as possible. Do not apply double the amount to make up for the forgotten treatment.

Tell your doctor if your symptoms get worse or if your symptoms have not improved after a week. Voltaren Dolo Emulgel should not be used for longer than 2 weeks without a doctor's prescription. Use the preparation for the shortest time necessary, applying no more than necessary.

Instructions for use of Voltaren Dolo Emulgel with applicator: see at the end of the patient information.

Children under the age of 12

The use and safety of Voltaren Dolo Emulgel in children under the age of 12 has not yet been systematically tested. Its use is therefore not recommended.

If you or your child swallow Voltaren Dolo Emulgel (accidentally), contact your doctor immediately.

Stick to the dosage given in the package leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Voltaren Dolo Emulgel have?

The following side effects can occur when using Voltaren Dolo Emulgel: Some rare or very rare side effects can be serious.

If any of the following side effects occur, stop treatment with Voltaren Dolo Emulgel and tell your doctor immediately:

• rash with blisters, hives;
• wheezing, shortness of breath, or a tightness in the chest (asthma);
• swelling of the face, lips, tongue and throat.

These other side effects are usually mild and temporary:

• Common (affects 1 to 10 users in 100): Rash, itching, redness, burning sensation of the skin.
• Very rare (affects less than 1 in 10,000 people treated): Rash with pustules, increased sensitivity to sunlight. Signs of this are sunburn with itching, swelling and blistering.

If you notice any side effects, contact your doctor, pharmacist or druggist. This also applies in particular to side effects that are not listed in this leaflet.

What else needs to be considered?

Shelf life

The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked on the container with « EXP» can be used.

Storage instructions

Store at room temperature (15-25°C).

Keep out of the reach of children.

Further information

Voltaren Dolo Emulgel should not be used near open flames or heat.

Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater (e.g. not down the toilet or sink). This helps protect the environment.

Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed information for specialists.

What does Voltaren Dolo Emulgel contain?

Active substance

100 g Voltaren Dolo Emulgel contain:

1.16 g diclofenac diethylamine, equivalent to 1 g diclofenac sodium.

Excipients

Carbomers, cocoyl caprylocaprate, diethylamine, isopropyl alcohol, macrogolcetostearyl ether, viscous paraffin, propylene glycol (E 1520), fragrance (contains linalool, benzyl alcohol, geraniol, citronellol, benzyl benzoate, coumarin, citral, eugenol), purified water.

Approval number

55846 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get Voltaren Dolo Emulgel? What packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription.

60g, 120g and 180g tubes.

75 g tubes with applicator.

Authorization holder

GSK Consumer Healthcare Schweiz AG, Risch.

This leaflet was last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in December 2022.

Application note for Voltaren Dolo Emulgel with applicator:

1. Remove transparent protective cap.

Do not immerse in water or rinse. Do not clean the surface of the applicator with solvents or detergents.