How do you use a Voltaren dosing card?
The dosing card containing VOLTAREN® GEL can be used to apply the gel. The hands should then be used to gently rub the gel into the skin. After using the dosing card, hold with fingertips, rinse, and dry. If treatment site is the hands, patients should wait at least one (1) hour to wash their hands.
How do you measure 2 grams of Voltaren?
For Voltaren® 1% topical gel: Use the enclosed dosing card to measure the correct dose. The gel should be applied within the oblong area of the dosing card up to the 2 or 4 gram line (2 grams for each elbow, wrist, or hand, and 4 grams for each knee, ankle, or foot).
What is dosing card?
The dosing card is made of clear plastic. The dosing card should be used for each application of drug product. The gel should be applied within the rectangular area of the dosing card up to the 2 gram or 4 gram line (2 g for each elbow, wrist, or hand, and 4 g for each knee, ankle, or foot).
Can Voltaren be used for hip pain?
Voltaren gel is approved for use on arm and leg joints only. It has not been studied for use in the hips or spine. You should not use Voltaren gel to treat muscle pain in other areas of the body, such as the lower back.
What is the equivalent of 4 grams?
Look at the nutrition facts label on a package of white or brown sugar, the serving size is one teaspoon. Sliding down the label to the total carbohydrates it reads sugars “4g,” or “4 grams.” This important bit of information is your key to converting grams into teaspoons. Four grams of sugar is equal to one teaspoon.
How do you administer Voltaren?
Apply the gel (4 g) to the affected foot or knee or ankle, 4 times daily. Voltaren® Gel should be gently massaged into the skin ensuring application to the entire affected foot or knee or ankle. The entire foot includes the sole, top of the foot and the toes.
How much is 2g of Voltaren Gel?
The dosing card should be used for each application of drug product. The gel should be applied within the rectangular area of the dosing card up to the 2 gram or 4 gram line (2 g for each elbow, wrist, or hand, and 4 g for each knee, ankle, or foot). The 2 g line is 2.25 inches long. The 4 g line is 4.5 inches long.
Where do you put the dosing card for Voltaren?
The dosing card is made of clear plastic. The dosing card should be used for each application of drug product. The gel should be applied within the rectangular area of the dosing card up to the 2 gram or 4 gram line (2 g for each elbow, wrist, or hand, and 4 g for each knee, ankle, or foot).
What are the dosage guidelines for Precedex tablets?
1 Dosing Guidelines. Precedex dosing should be individualized and titrated to desired clinical response. 2 Dosage Information. For adult patients: a loading infusion of one mcg/kg over 10 minutes. 3 Dosage Adjustment. 4 Preparation of Solution. 5 Administration with Other Fluids. 6 Compatibility with Natural Rubber.
How often should I apply Voltaren to my joints?
Total dose should not exceed 32 g per day, over all affected joints. (2.3) VOLTAREN GEL should be measured onto the enclosed dosing card to the appropriate 2 g or 4 g designation. (2) Lower extremities: Apply the gel (4 g) to the affected area 4 times daily. Do not apply more than 16 g daily to any one affected joint of the lower extremities.
Can a Voltaren gel be used with an oral NSAID?
Concomitant use of VOLTAREN GEL with oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) has not been evaluated, and may increase adverse NSAIDs effects. Do not use combination therapy with VOLTAREN GEL and an oral NSAID unless the benefit outweighs the risk and conduct periodic laboratory evaluations.