Extract a medicated plaster, remove the plastic film used to protect the adhesive surface and apply the patch on joint or the painful area. Flector patch rx only diclofenac epolamine topical patch 1. Change the patch usually every 12 hours or as directed by your doctor. Find information about common, infrequent and rare side effects of flector transdermal.
Flector should be used exactly as prescribed at the lowest dose possible and for the shortest time needed. It seems to work the only problem i have is that it doesnt stick. It is used for external local application at any part of body except eyes and genitals. Dec 26, 2019 the recommended dose of flector is one 1 topical system to the most painful area twice a day both in adults and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older. Flector diclofenac epolamine dose, indications, adverse. Jun 12, 2016 can using an expired 20 but unopened flector patch cause any harm. Seek emergency medical attention or call the poison help line at 18002221222. Flector medicated topical patch drug information, side. Flector patch is one of the brand names of diclofenac patches. Side effects of flector patch diclofenac epolamine topical. Do not wear a flector patch for longer than 12 hours. It falls under the nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug nsaid class. Flector patch may interact with alcohol, other nsaids, blood thinners, cyclosporine, lithium, methotrexate, diuretics water pills, steroids, or heart or blood pressure medications.
Dec 19, 2019 flector patch diclofenac epolamine patch is a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug, available for topical application. Flector patch diclofenac epolamine patch is a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug, available for topical application. Special precautions inform patients that, if flector begins to peeloff, the edges of the topical system may be taped down. Like all nsaids, these patches are for minimizing pain and inflammation. The recommended dose of flector patch is one 1 patch to the most painful area twice a day. Diclofenac diethylamine is a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug that works by reducing paincausing hormones in the body. Apply diclofenac patches at around the same times every day. Flector patch should not be applied to damaged or nonintact skin. Read the patient brochure for flector patch diclofenac epolamine patch to learn about how it works and how it should be applied. Fold the used patch in half with the sticky sides together, and discard out of reach of children and pets. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand.
I just put on my first flector patch an hour ago and have noticed a little relief, but more so ive noticed that my heart is racing and im really hot. Several topical formulations of diclofenac have been developed. Use the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration consistent with individual patient treatment goals see warnings and precautions 5. Spondylitis association of america saa is a national, nonprofit organization, dedicated to being a leader in the quest to cure ankylosing spondylitis and related diseases, and to empower those affected to live life to the fullest. Hence, the patch provided pain relief at a time point at which no diclofenac is assumed to be in plasma, which demonstrates local action in terms of. Apr 11, 2019 the recommended dose of flector patch is one 1 patch to the most painful area twice a day. Flector patch is a 10 cm x 14 cm patch comprised of an adhesive material containing 1. Goodrx has partnered with insiderx and pfizer to reduce the price for this prescription. Generic for flector diclofenac diethylamine is a topical patch used to relieve acute pain caused by minor strains, sprains, and contusions bruises. Dosing for this product is standard for everyone, regardless of your age or weight. Flector patch diclofenac epolamine topical patch 1.
Patient brochure flector diclofenac epolamine topical. But unlike oral diclofenac, like the branded nsaid voltaren, you use flector externally. Flector prescription and dosage sizes information for physicians and healthcare professionals. They somewhat work but when it is not on or starts to wear off the pain is right back in my ankles. Serious effects are more likely to occur if the medication is taken by mouth, which can happen if children or pets chew on the patch. Find patient medical information for flector transdermal on webmd including its uses, side effects and safety, interactions, pictures, warnings and user ratings.
Sprains are stretching or tearing of ligaments at the joints. Originally all of my problems started with a fall down some stairs. Keep flector patch out of the reach of children and pets. The recommended dose of flector is one 1 topical system to the most painful area twice a day both in adults and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older. Flector patch side effects, flector patch generic, dosage. Each patch contains 180 mg of diclofenac epolamine and mg of diclofenac epolamine per gram of adhesive. Tell your doctor all medications and supplements you use. Flector fda prescribing information, side effects and uses. If patch begins to peel off edges may be secured with adhesive tape. Unfortunately im also diabetic and have heart disease.
Pharmacology, adverse reactions, warnings and side effects. Sprains follow an abnormal movement suffered by the joint, causing it to make a torsion articulating not in the. Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug nsaids. Diclofenac epolamine topical patch is the generic alternative to flector patch.
Oct 21, 2017 this video is about diclofenac topical antiinflammatory patch and how to use one as a pain control strategy. Flector is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity eg, anaphylactic reactions and serious skin reactions to diclofenac or any components of the drug product. Flector is also contraindicated in patients with a history of asthma, urticaria, or other allergictype reactions after taking aspirin or other nsaids. Transdermal diclofenac comes as a patch to apply to the skin. Flector complete drug information, side effects and. Diclofenac patches are usually applied two times a day, once every 12 hours. Flector patch still contains medicine even after use. However, due to the surge in demand for digital pharmacy services, we are experiencing longer than average hold times for calls and order processing. Flector is not covered by most medicare and insurance plans. Common and rare side effects for flector transdermal.
Remove the release liner before applying the patch to the skin. This video is about diclofenac topical antiinflammatory patch and how to use one as a pain control strategy. Can using an expired 20 but unopened flector patch cause. There are currently no generic alternatives to flector.
Inform patients that, if flector begins to peeloff, the edges of the topical system may be taped down. Flector patch, a minimally systemic topical patch formulation of diclofenac, is indicated for acute pain due to minor sprains, strains, and contusions. The recommended dosage of flector for the treatment of shortterm pain is one patch applied directly to the skin over the area that hurts the most. The patch has been approved in many other countries outside the us under different brand names. May 28, 2018 flector patch contains 180 mg of diclofenac epolamine flector patch generic in an aqueous base. Avoid contact of flector patch with eyes, nose, or mouth, and wash hands after applying, handling, or removing flector patch. Do not apply the patch on burns, cuts, or irritated skin e. Flector transdermal patch, voltaren gel diclofenac topical. The skin patch should be changed twice a day, approximately every 12 hours. Flector patch contains diclofenac epolamine, a nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drug nsaid and is indicated for the topical treatment of acute pain due to minor strains, sprains, and contusions.
The most common side effects seen with flector were skin reactions, including itching, inflamed skin, or burning at the site of treatment. Flector tissugel heparin plaster drug soin et nature. Check our savings tips for copay cards, assistance programs, and other ways to reduce your cost. It is possible to overdose on flector diclofenac patch, although it comes in the form of a skin patch. Corresponding single dose patch application for 12 hours in ten healthy volunteers demonstrated that diclofenac first appears in plasma at a mean of 4. If necessary, the patch can to be held in place by an elastic band. Flector patch should not be worn when bathing or showering. Carefully reseal the envelope with the sliding closure. I assume it will be ineffectual or weak but can it cause any actual harm. I have to slide my feet along by the end of the day because i am in so much pain in my ankles. Apr 11, 2019 flector patch diclofenac epolamine patch is a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug, available for topical application. The flector patch medication you purchase is manufactured by pfizer, and is coming from a cipa certified, and pharmacy checker verified online pharmacy. Find medication information including related drug classes, side effects, patient statistics and answers to frequently asked questions. If a child or pet puts flector patch in their mouth, seek medical help immediately.
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