Some diclofenac products including the topical patch, topical solution, capsule, powder for oral solution, and intravenous solution are classified as fda category c prior to 30 weeks gestation and category d if used after 30 weeks gestation due to the potential to cause in utero constriction of the fetal ductus arteriosus. Nsaids, including diclofenac, can cause serious skin adverse reactions such as exfoliative dermatitis, stevensjohnson syndrome, and toxic epidermal necrolysis, which can be fatal and may occur without warning. Flector patch diclofenac epolamine topical patch may treat, side effects, dosage, drug. This goes back to normal when diclofenac topical patch is stopped. An authorized generic of flector patch diclofenac epolamine topical patch has been made available by teva pharmaceuticals for the topical treatment of acute pain due to minor strains. Flector patches contain diclofenac epolamine, a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug nsaid. Each adhesive patch contains 180 mg of diclofenac epolamine mg per gram. Alpharma pharmaceuticals, a subsidiary of pfizer inc, new york, ny is a topical patch containing 1. Instruct patient to apply 10 drops of topical solution to clean, dry skin and to spread evenly around. Flector patch diclofenac epolamine topical patch 1. Nsaids, including diclofenac, can cause serious skin adverse reactions, such as exfoliative dermatitis, stevensjohnson syndrome, and toxic epidermal necrolysis, which can be fatal and may occur without warning. Oct 23, 2012 the diclofenac epolamine topical patch flector patch, 10. The exact way that topical diclofenac helps this condition is unknown. Flector patch should be discontinued at the first appearance of skin rash or any other sign of hypersensitivity.
Flector patch rx only diclofenac epolamine topical patch 1. Transdermal diclofenac comes as a patch to apply to the skin. There are currently no generic alternatives to flector. Flector diclofenac epolamine patch ibsa institut biochimique sa flector patch diclofenac epolamine topical patch 1. Compared with pills, those topical forms of the medication result in lower levels of the. Diclofenac topical system is for use in adults and children at least 6 years old. The launch of our authorized generic of flector patch in the u. Flector patch definition of flector patch by medical dictionary. Flector patch is the only nonsteroidal antiinflammatory nsaid patch that treats acute pain due to minor strains, sprains, and bruises. A topical patch containing the epolamine salt form of the nonsteroid antiinflammatory drug nsaid diclofenac, with antiinflammatory, antipyretic and analgesic activities. Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug nsaid diclofenac topical system patch is used to treat pain caused by minor sprains, strains, or bruising diclofenac topical system is for use in adults and children at least 6 years old.
Several topical formulations of diclofenac have been developed. Your guide to flector patch diclofenac epolamine patch 1. Flector patch is a 10 cm x 14 cm patch comprised of an adhesive material containing 1. Find patient medical information for flector transdermal on webmd including its uses, side effects and safety, interactions, pictures, warnings and user ratings. Side effects of flector patch diclofenac epolamine topical. Following application of a single diclofenac epolamine transdermal system to intact skin on the upper arm, peak plasma diclofenac. Flector is a topical system consisting of a piece of material with medicine that can be directly applied to the skin where it hurts most its not messyjust peel and apply it contains diclofenac, a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory nsaid that relieves both pain and inflammation swelling. Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug nsaid. The patch, which measures approximately 4 inches by 5 12 inches, is an alternative to the oral formulation of diclofenac. Diclofenac topical side effects, dosage, interactions.
Flector patch diclofenac epolamine patch is a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug, available for topical application. Use on nonintact or damaged skin resulting from any etiology, including exudative dermatitis, eczema, infection lesions, burns or wounds. Flector is also contraindicated in patients with a history of asthma, urticaria, or other allergictype reactions after taking aspirin or other nsaids. Apply thin layer to affected skin q12hr x6090 days. Diclofenac topical solution is used to treat pain and swelling caused by osteoarthritis of the knees.
Read the patient brochure for flector patch diclofenac epolamine patch to learn about how it works and how it should be applied. The pain cream you should consider consumer reports. Flector topical system diclofenac epolamine topical system this product information is intended only for residents of the united states. Flector should be discontinued at the first appearance of skin.
With the launch of diclofenac epolamine topical patch, 1. Acute pain flector diclofenac epolamine topical system. Flector patch is the only prescription nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug nsaid patch for acute pain caused by sprains or bruises. Mar 04, 2019 an authorized generic of flector patch diclofenac epolamine topical patch has been made available by teva pharmaceuticals for the topical treatment of acute pain due to minor strains, sprains. Jun 18, 2019 flector patches contain diclofenac epolamine, a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug nsaid. Flector patch diclofenac epolamine topical patch is a pain medication. Table 1 lists all adverse events, regardless of causality, occurring in.
Nsaids like diclofenac topical patch may affect egg release ovulation in women. Diclofenac patches are usually applied two times a day, once every 12 hours. Flector diclofenac epolamine 180 mg topical patch 1. About flector patch memorial sloan kettering cancer center. Flector patch delivers a prescriptionstrength nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug nsaid, diclofenac, from the patch into the skin. The patch has been approved in many other countries outside the us under different brand names. Flector patch, a minimally systemic topical patch formulation of diclofenac, is indicated for acute pain due to minor sprains, strains, and contusions. Topical diclofenac may be preferred over the formulary topical rubefacients because of their greater evidence of safety and efficacy. Diclofenac is available as a gel voltaren and generic, drop pennsaid and generic, or patch flector.
Authorized generic of flector patch now available from. It works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation. Flector diclofenac epolamine dose, indications, adverse. It contains a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug nsaid. Flector patch diclofenac epolamine contains a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory medication used as a pain reliver indicated for the topical treatment of acute pain due to minor strains, sprains, and contusions. Diclofenac patches are used to relieve pain from various conditions e.
Va pharmacy benefits management prescription claims data suggest that the gel is the most. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Flector ep patch is a flexible, selfadhesive plaster, to be applied on the skin. Side effects of flector patch diclofenac epolamine. Flector transdermal patch, voltaren gel diclofenac topical. Flector patches are used to treat pain caused by minor sprains, strains, or bruising flector patches. Diclofenac belongs to the type of drugs known as nsaid that stands for nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs. Skin permeability and pharmacokinetics of diclofenac. Diclofenac also comes in other forms, including oral tablets and capsules, eye drops, powder packets for oral solution, a transdermal patch, and a topical solution. Flector patches are used to treat pain caused by minor sprains, strains, or bruising. Diclofenac topical patch and topical system is used to treat acute pain caused by minor strains, sprains, and contusions bruises.
Flector patches are for use in adults and children at least 6 years old. Apr 11, 2019 flector patch diclofenac epolamine contains a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory medication used as a pain reliver indicated for the topical treatment of acute pain due to minor strains, sprains, and contusions. Tape the edges of the patch to your skin if the patch begins to peel off. Apply diclofenac patches at around the same times every day.
Authorized generic of flector patch now available from teva mpr. It works by reducing the amount of hormones in the blood. Flector patch is a prescription topical treatment for acute pain due to minor strains, sprains, or bruises. Although both types of formulations are applied directly to the skin. It helps relieve pain and inflammation swelling in a small area of your body, such as from a sprain, strain, bruise, or arthritis. Diclofenac epolamine topical patch by teva and greenstone are available in the same strength as brandname flector patch 1. Do not apply diclofenac topical system on an open skin wound, or on areas. Acute pain flector diclofenac epolamine pfizer for. Dec 19, 2019 flector patch contains diclofenac epolamine, which is a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug nsaid, and is indicated for the topical treatment of acute pain due to minor strains, sprains, and contusions. Find medication information including related drug classes, side effects, patient statistics and answers to frequently asked questions.
Flector diclofenac epolamine patch 10 x 14 cm containing 180 mg of diclofenac epolamine, embossed with flector patch 1. Flector medicated topical patch drug information, side. See what others have said about diclofenac topical, including the effectiveness, ease of use and side effects. Apr 11, 2019 flector patch diclofenac epolamine patch is a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug, available for topical application. Flector is a topical treatment and does not contain opioids. Illustration of flector patch selected safety information applied to the site of injury. The recommended dose of flector patch is one 1 patch to the most painful area twice a day. The flector patch is a topical formulation available as a skin patch that contains 1.
Flector patch should not be applied to damaged or nonintact skin. Flector patch applied to intact skin provides local analgesia by releasing. The active ingredient in flector ep tissugel is diclofenac epolamine, a substance with analgesic and antiinflammatory properties. History of asthma, urticaria, or other allergictype reactions after taking aspirin or other nsaids flector patch. Teva announces launch of an authorized generic of flector. Flector transdermal patch, voltaren gel diclofenac. Flector patch, dioxaflex, flector ep pflaster, dicloplast, dicloreum tissugel, and votrex ep. Flector prescription and dosage sizes information for physicians and healthcare professionals. Apply the patch to the skin to cover the most painful area. About flector diclofenac epolamine topical system safety. If you are 65 or older, use diclofenac topical patch with care. Do not apply to damaged skin such as wounds or burns. In pharmacologic studies, diclofenac has shown antiinflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic activity. Learn about flector patch diclofenac epolamine patch for the treatment of.
Diclofenac is absorbed into systemic circulation following topical application, but plasma concentrations generally are very low compared with oral administration. Find patient medical information for flector transdermal on webmd including its uses. Diclofenac topical system may also be used for purposes not listed in this. Diclofenac epolamine works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation. Flector diclofenac is used to treat pain from bruises, sprains, or strains. The patch, which measures approximately 4 inches by 5 12 inches, is an alternative to the oral formulation of diclofenac voltaren and the. Topical diclofenac may be preferred over the formulary topical. Flector patch diclofenac transdermal uses, side effects, dosage. The release liner is removed prior to topical application to the skin. I put up to two patches on at a time on the areas of my back or neck that really hurt and the patches are replaced every 12 hours. Flector transdermal patch, voltaren gel diclofenac topical dosing. Flector patch applied to intact skin provides local analgesia by releasing diclofenac epolamine from the patch into the skin. Flector patch diclofenac transdermal uses, side effects. The active ingredient diclofenac is absorbed through the skin.
Patient brochure flector diclofenac epolamine topical. Diclofenac topical system patch is used to treat pain caused by minor sprains, strains, or bruising. Bathe or shower immediately before you need to apply a new patch. About flector diclofenac epolamine topical system safety info. Upon topical application of the diclofenac epolamine patch to a specific area, the patch releases diclofenac epolamine into the skin.
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