A-Methapred injection and Voltaren Gel

• Generic Name: methylprednisolone
• Dosage Forms: injection, powder, lyophilized, for solution
• Other Brand Names: A-methapred, Depo-Medrol, Solu-Medrol, Medrol, Medrol Dosepak, MethylPREDNISolone Dose Pack

A-Methapred is a steroid that prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

A-Methapred is used to treat many different inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, ulcerative colitis, allergic disorders, gland (endocrine) disorders, and conditions that affect the skin, eyes, lungs, stomach, nervous system, or blood cells.

A-Methapred may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: diclofenac topical
• Dosage Forms: gel
• Other Brand Names: Pennsaid, Solaraze, Voltaren Topical, DST Plus Pak, Diclozor, Voltaren, Flector Patch, Klofensaid II, Vopac MDS, Xrylix, Flector, Licart

Voltaren Gel contains diclofenac, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Diclofenac works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation.

Voltaren Gel is used to treat joint pain caused by osteoarthritis in the hands, wrists, elbows, knees, ankles, or feet.

Voltaren Gel may not be effective in treating arthritis pain elsewhere in the body.