Voltral Triple Effect 1.16% Emulgel
A formulation designed for fast absorption6,7
After topical application, diclofenac penetrates through the skin and into the tissues beneath.8 It is retained in the muscle and other tissues that are often the source of pain.8,9
When it comes to topical NSAIDs, formulation can be more important than concentration.10 The Emulgel formulation possesses the advantages of both gels and emulsions, favouring rapid absorption, ease of application and good acceptability to patients.7,11,12
Voltral Triple Effect penetrates through the skin to a depth of up to 1 cm, enabling targeted action against pain and inflammation.4,5
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Effective relief of pain and reduction of inflammation1–3
In a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of patients with acute neck pain, Voltral Triple Effect delivered significantly greater reduction in pain-on-movement and pain-at-rest – over three times that of placebo. Additionally, recovery time was about twice as fast as placebo.1*†
*Recovery time was defined as a clinically relevant decrease in pain plus an increase in neck function.†72 patients with acute neck pain received 2 g Voltral Triple Effect (1.16%) Emulgel four times daily or placebo for 5 days.
The lowest number-needed-to-treat (NNT) vs other topical NSAIDs in acute musculoskeletal pain3,13
A Cochrane Review comparing topical NSAIDs and placebo showed favourable efficacy for Voltral Emulgel*† vs other treatments. Of all topical NSAIDs tested for treatment of acute musculoskeletal pain, Voltral Emulgel had the lowest NNT.3,13‡ with pain relief reported as similar to oral NSAIDs.
This means that for every single patient you treat with Voltral Emulgel over other topical NSAIDs, you have a better chance of giving them the significant pain relief that helps get them back on their feet and enjoying life again.3
*1% and 2% Voltral Emulgel formulations included in the review.†For treatment of strains, sprains or sports or overuse-type injuries.‡vs topical ibuprofen, ketoprofen, benzydamine, piroxicam and indomethacin.
Voltral Emulgel Triple Effect has a reduced systemic side-effect risk15,16
The low systemic absorption of Voltral Emulgel Triple Effect means that it has a reduced risk of systemic side effects.8,15,16*
*There is an increased risk of mild dermatological side effects (e.g. skin irritation) with topical diclofenac, but this is non-serious and reversible.
First-line medication use
To improve pain, inflammation and recovery after sprains and strains, guidance from the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommends using topical NSAIDs or paracetamol as initial analgesics for soft-tissue injuries.17
Patients should also be advised not to apply heat to the injury during the first 72 hours.17
Bilal wants effective pain relief and fast recovery
Bilal balances the demands of his full-time job with taking care of two young children.
He enjoys going to the gym or exercising outdoors and loves nothing more than playing with his children.
The last thing he needs is pain from a sprain or strain affecting his life.
Voltral Triple Effect speeds recovery by relieving pain and reducing inflammation,1 so Bilal can get back on with his life.
What can Voltral Emulgel Triple Effect do for Hasan?
Hasan wants effective pain relief and fast recovery
Hasan is a senior manager in a large multi-national company with a demanding commute. By the time he has driven 2 hours in each direction, he is usually experiencing pain in his left knee.
On days when his pain is troublesome he needs pain relief that will allow him to get comfortable, so his evening is not disrupted.
Hasan has been seeing a physiotherapist regularly since his youth and prefers using topical treatments. He has recently moved on to using Voltral Emulgel.
Voltral Triple Effect speeds recovery by relieving pain and reducing inflammation,1 so Hasan can get back on with his life.
Recommend Voltral Triple Effect to your patients for reduction of muscle pain and inflammation
Voltral Triple Effect 1.16% Emulgel
For patients who are looking for relief from sprains and strains, using a topical formulation.
Voltral Triple Effect − relieves pain, reduces inflammation and speeds up the natural healing process1–3
Musculoskeletal pain
Learn more about strains and sprains and how they can be relieved.
Educational resources
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