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Can Diclofenac Sodium Cream On The Hip For Pain?
I was wondering if I could use Diclofenac Sodium 1% cream for pain in my hip from a bursa. I currently take Naproxen 500 mg tab 2 daily for hip pain and Gabapentin 300 mg 2 capsules at bedtime for restless legs and 1 tab of Ropinirole at bedtime for restless legs. I thought that maybe the Diclofenac Sodium could be taken in place of the Naproxen. Thank you Jeanne
Thu, 25 Oct 2018
Hi,
Yes, Diclofenac sodium can be used as an alternative; but, I suggest not to switch before consulting your treating doctor.
Diclofenac cream can be applied locally as well.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ajay Panwar, Neurologist
Yes, Diclofenac sodium can be used as an alternative; but, I suggest not to switch before consulting your treating doctor.
Diclofenac cream can be applied locally as well.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Ajay Panwar, Neurologist
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