FAQs

Total Voltaren Gels

  • Where can I purchase Voltaren Gels?

    Voltaren Gels are available nationally, from all major grocery accounts including Woolworths and Coles and all major pharmacies. Visit our where to buy page online.

  • Can I take this if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?

    Do not use Voltaren Gels if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

  • Is it harmful to take outdated/expired Voltaren?

    Haleon does not recommend the use of any of its products after the expiration date indicated on the label.

  • How should product be stored?

    Store below 30°C in a cool place. Store out of reach of children.

  • What if I am outside the age range, can I still take it?

    Product can only be taken by adults and children 12 years of age and over.

  • What are Voltaren gels used for?

    Voltaren gels are used for getting you on the path to joyful movement with less pain. You can use Voltaren on minor injuries, aches and pains as well as joint pain. It is great for knee pain relief, shoulder pain relief, wrist pain relief, back pain, other muscle pain relief and joint pain relief, as well.

    You can use Voltaren gels for relief from back pain, knee pain strains, shoulder pain, hip pain strains or joint pain, specifically relief of pain, inflammation and swelling in:

    • Soft-tissue injuries or trauma of the tendons, ligaments, muscles and joints. These can be due to sprains, strains, bruises and backache caused by everyday injuries; or even tired or inflamed muscles that can occur from regular physical exertion (or if you took it a bit too far!)
    • Localised forms of soft-tissue rheumatism: tendonitis (e.g. tennis elbow), and bursitis

    You can use Voltaren Osteo Gel 12 Hourly for:

    • Relief of pain from mild osteoarthritis of the knee or fingers.

    Always read the label on the product to see what each product is for!

  • What is the difference between Voltaren Emulgel and Voltaren Osteo Gel 12 Hourly?

    Voltaren Emulgel Voltaren Osteo Gel 12 Hourly
    • With Emulgel technology which allows the active ingredient to penetrate through the skin to the point of pain
    • With Emulgel technology with an added permeation enhancer allowing more active ingredient to penetrate through the skin deep to the point of pain
    • Contains 1.16% of diclofenac diethylamine in a gel form
    • Contains double the concentration of diclofenac diethylamine, 2.32%, and lasts longer than the 1.16% gel
    • Suitable for 3-4 applications a day
    • Only needs to be applied twice a day, morning and evening

    Can be applied for up to:

    • 2 weeks for soft tissue injuries (e.g. sprains, strains, bruises) or soft tissue rheumatism

    Can be applied for up to:

    • 3 weeks for mild osteoarthritis pain of the knees and fingers

  • What is the difference between Voltaren gel vs Heat rubs?

    Voltaren gels deliver diclofenac, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), specially formulated as an Emulgel which penetrates through the skin to the root of your pain. Unlike heat rubs which contain ingredients that stimulate nerves in the skin to provide a sensation of heating, or even heat patches that provide heat to the affected area, Voltaren gels not only relieve pain but also reduce inflammation at its source.

  • How often should I use Voltaren gels?

    Voltaren Emulgel can be used every 4-6 hours, 3 to 4 times daily. Voltaren Osteo Gel 12 Hourly can be used every 12 hours, 2 times daily, preferably in the morning and evening.

Voltaren Emulgel

Voltaren Osteogel 12 Hourly

Voltaren Rapid tablets and liquid capsules

Voltaren Rapid Liquid Capsules

Voltaren Rapid Tablets