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VOLTAREN EMULGEL
GLAXOSMITHKLINE CONSUMER HEALTHCARE
Presentation: Tube 20g, 50g, 100g, 150g
Active Ingredients: Diclofenac diethylammonium 1.16% w/w.
Approved Indications: For short term (up to 2 weeks) local symptomatic treatment of the following musculoskeletal inflammatory
conditions; acute soft-tissue injuries, including sprains, strains, tendinitis and sports injuries and localised forms of soft tissue
rheumatism including tendinitis and bursitis.
Contraindications: Known hypersensitivity to any ingredient. Patients whom attacks of asthma, urticaria, or acute rhinitis are precipitated
by aspirin or other NSAIDs. Last trimester of pregnancy.
Precautions: Only apply to intact and healthy skin, avoid eyes and mucous membranes. Not to be taken by mouth. Should not be used with occlusive dressing. Pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Patients with a history of or active gastro-intestinal ulceration or bleeding, or severe renal impairment. The likelihood of systemic side effects occurring following topical diclofenac
is small compared with oral diclofenac. However, the possibility of systemic side effects cannot be excluded, particularly when applied to relatively large areas of skin or for
periods longer than 3 weeks. Do not give to children under 12 years of age.
Adverse Effects: Rash, eczema, erythema, dermatitis, pruritus. For less common adverse reactions see pack Insert.
Directions: Adults and children ≥ 12 years: Apply to affected area up to 4 times a day. Do not use for more than 2 weeks except on medical advice
Price Band: $10 - $35 (Price varies with pack size) Subsidy Conditions: Not subsidised Medicine Classification: General Sale
VOLTAREN RAPID 12.5
GLAXOSMITHKLINE CONSUMER HEALTHCARE
Presentation: Tablets available in packs of 10, 20 or 30 or Liquid Capsules available in a pack of 20.
Active Ingredients: Diclofenac potassium 12.5mg.
Approved Indications: Temporary relief of painful conditions such as headache, dental pain, period pain, rheumatic and
muscular pain, backache, symptoms of colds and flu (including aches and pains, sore throat) and reduction of fever.
Contraindications: Active gastric or intestinal ulcer, bleeding or perforation. Severe hepatic, renal or cardiac failure. Known
hypersensitivity to any ingredient. Patients in whom attacks of asthma, urticaria, or acute rhinitis are precipitated by
aspirin or other NSAIDs. Last trimester of pregnancy.
Precautions: See leaflet or datasheet.
Adverse Effects: Headache, dizziness, vertigo, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, dyspepsia, abdominal pain, flatulence, anorexia,
transaminases increases and skin reaction. Refer to leaflet or datasheet for full list.
Directions: Adults and children 14 years and over; take 2 tablets initially with liquid. Then, if necessary, take 1-2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours.
Maximum 6 tablets per day. See leaflet for full information.
Price Band: $10 - $20 (Price varies with pack size)
Subsidy Conditions: Not subsidised Medicine Classification: Pharmacy Only Medicine
VOLTAREN RAPID 25
GLAXOSMITHKLINE CONSUMER HEALTHCARE
Presentation: Tablets available in packs of 20 or 30.
Active Ingredients: Diclofenac potassium 25mg.
Approved Indications: Short-term treatment for acute painful and inflammatory conditions such as: sprains, strains and
tendinitis, post-operative pain, dental pain, backache, period pain, headache and migraine, and as an adjuvant in
severe painful inflammatory infections of the ear, nose, or throat.
Contraindications: Active gastric or intestinal ulcer, bleeding or perforation. Severe hepatic, renal or cardiac failure. Known
hypersensitivity to any ingredient. Patients in whom attacks of asthma, urticaria, or acute rhinitis are precipitated by
aspirin or other NSAIDs. Last trimester of pregnancy.
Precautions: See leaflet or datasheet.
Adverse Effects: Headache, dizziness, vertigo, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, dyspepsia, abdominal pain, flatulence, anorexia,
transaminases increases and skin reaction. Refer to leaflet or datasheet for full list.
Directions: Adults; take 2 tablets initially with liquid. Then, if necessary, take 1-2 tablets every 8 hours. Maximum of 6 tablets per day.
Children 14 years and over; take 1 tablet, 3 times daily. Maximum 3 tablets per day. See leaflet for full information.
Price Band: $15 - $25 (price varies with pack size) Subsidy Conditions: Not subsidised Medicine Classification: Pharmacist Only
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Nappy Rash
PINETARSOL
DOUGLAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
Presentation: Liquid: 100ml, 200ml, 500ml, 1 litre. Gel: 100g. Bar, 100g.
Active Ingredients: Pine tar.
Approved Indications: Soap alternative. Relief of red and itchy skin conditions.
Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to any ingredient.
Precautions: Avoid contact with eyes, avoid exposure to sun, may stain clothing. External use only.
Adverse Effects: None known.
Directions: Add 15-30ml of liquid to a tepid bath.
Price Band: Under $10 - $20 (Price varies with pack size). Available on Pharmaceutical Schedule
Subsidy Conditions: 500ml, 1 litre liquid only
Medicine Classification: General Sale
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