But rheumatoid arthritis is more than just hot, stiff and swollen joints–in fact, it can also affect a variety of things, including the skin, eyes, lungs, heart and blood vessels. When Motusol is applied to a large area of skin and over a prolonged period, the possibility of systemic side-effects (e. It works by preventing the production of hormones which are responsible for causing inflammation and pain at the site of injury or trauma.

If at any time you would like to opt out from marketing, you can visit the Privacy Preferences page and select the relevant options. g. renal, hepatic or gastrointestinal side effects, systemic hypersensitivity reactions) – as they occur possibly after systemic administration of diclofenac-containing medicines cannot be completely excluded. Under occlusive conditions (10 hours), percutaneous absorption of diclofenac in adults can be increased three-fold (serum concentration). The embryotoxic potential of diclofenac was investigated in three animal species (rat, mouse, rabbit).

Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist have told you.

An overdose is unlikely to happen if you use more Motusol than you should, because the absorption into the blood stream is low when used on the skin. This topical gel works by targeting pain directly at the source, reduces swelling and speeds up recovery. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor for advice before taking Motusol. The gel is packed in aluminium laminated tubes, closed with PE seal and PP screw caps in pack sizes: 30g, 50g per tube. Benzydamine also acts as a local anaesthetic, causing numbness and pain relief at the site of application.Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, suspect you are pregnant or breast-feeding. The quantity of diclofenac absorbed through the skin is proportional to the duration of skin contact and the size of the treated area , and depends on both the total dose applied and the degree of skin hydration. W/W Diclofenac gel has been designed to help relieve pain that is associated with rheumatic conditions, joint and muscle sprains, strains and bruises.