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