User Reviews for Voltaren topical

I applied this just a half hour ago and the relief happened immediately. It says to expect results after 7 days but I see many reviews experiencing the same thing I did. I've had a lot of pain in both knees but excruciating pain in one for the last 2 months. Seems to be getting worse daily. I can barely walk on it lately. I applied this and was shocked that maybe about 70% of that pain was gone instantly. Not only walking but without even a limp. As far as I'm concerned this is a small miracle. We will see as it's only been on for less than an hour.Read More Read Less

Minimal results but mainly I believe pet owners should know how toxic this product is when used around pets, especially cats. A small amount transferred to them can shut down their kidneys. It should be written on their warning label as many elderly pet owners use this product for arthritis.

I have arthritis in both my feet. It’s very painful. I use Voltaren and it helps with the pain in a few minutes and I am able to walk-slowly and carefully, but at least I can walk

Tried it for the first time and I’m posting here to warn others to take the warnings seriously and to act quickly if you experience the same. It started with a fever while I slept, woke up to my entire face completely swollen and led to anaphylactic shock. Just got back from the emergency room. If I hadn’t gotten to the hospital in time you wouldn’t be reading this.

My best friend got me Voltaren maybe 2 years ago. I have severe pain quite often in back, legs and Volataren is the best cream ever. I don't need to take a pain reliever any more and I give her and you a lot of credit and appreciation that she gave me that and to you for having such a wonderful product. Thank you so much. I can't express how much better I feel at 67 years old!

I have rheumatoid arthritis and recently diagnosed with lymphoma. I cannot take my ra medication because its not compatible with the cancer medication. I have intense pain from my ra and Voltaren has been excellent in relieving my pain. Great product.

I'm using it on my hands for arthritis in my fingers twice a day accompanied by ibruprofen. The combination has been effective enough that i can play golf this summer. However, the manufacturer changed the tube and lid in a manner that makes it nearly impossible to get a consistent stream of cream out of the tube. I'm now looking for an alternate supplier for diclofenac sodium cream.

This product is a waste of time and money. It's junk. I would try A535 anything but this.

Male 64 good health. Hip and knee pain from being a runner for 20 years. I used Voltaren for 3 days and was then able to sleep through the night with very limited discomfort. This product works well for my needs. No longer taking ibuprofen in the middle of the night!

I bought the generic version freely available at costco. I have read and followed he instructions. after a week of use I have not noticed any pain relief. I am at a loss as to what to do to relieve knee pain.

I have been using Voltaire’s for approximately 3 weeks. It is a total game changer. I have end stage osteoarthritis in my big toes. It was incredibly painful. I had previously tried many oral over the counter anti inflammatory drugs. The gel is working wonders. I almost feel normal. The swelling is way down and the pain level is now way down. I am doing more activities. Give it a try! Measure out your dose and use for at least 7 days prior to deciding if it’s going to work for you. I noticed pain relief on day 1 but the level of pain relief several weeks out is amazing! Read More Read Less

It is not effective at all. Does not relieve pain. Bengay cream seems more effective

This is great stuff. I use in my ankles and knees. The is absolutely no chilling or burning feeling like some of the other creams or gels but rub it in and you will begin to notice your not hurting as bad or at all. This is truly a great product...

So far so good! I would like to also add , because I have seen a few say the same . READ THE INSTRUCTIONS!!!! It isn’t an immediate pain relief, like Ben Gay for example. I have been using it for 4 days, 4 times a day and using the measuring strip and it’s starting to help the RA in my hands. I will keep on using.

Firstly, I don’t know if it works. Very few meds I take for pain “show” me they are working unless it’s a narcotic and then it knocks you out. With that said, I am using right now for a possible rotator cuff tear. Again, maybe it’s the way I am sitting etc. compared to lying down but while sitting and using the gel, I feel better. Others have said it, USE AS DIRECTED. And who cares about how it smells. Come on people! Lastly, your personal condition can easily eclipse the effectiveness of your pain meds. Miracles are hard to find. This med is not one so don’t over expect. (I use this med occasionally and am not on a regiment of use. This certainly, based on data, can affect its effective effect .) Read More Read Less

Been using now for ten days for hip pain (doc recommended) Haven’t walked this good in years I'm 75 and this is Dec. 2023

I have chronic rheumatism in both hands and knees. My mother has been using this gel for decades in Europe and suggested I try it. It has worked wonders for me so far especially relieving pain in my fingers making it easier to do normal things again.

I used Voltaren for 4 months and it worked so well. Then it stopped working. Why is this? The Voltaren gel I used had NO smell whatsoever.

It smells awful

I use it on my feet because of peripheral neuropathy. It stops the pain and burning. But it smells SO BAD it almost makes me want to vomit. I have to hold my breathe while applying. I have yet to find out what the ingredient is that causes the horrible smell. This and off brands with the same active ingredient all have the bad smell.