Diclofenac Sodium Topical Solution and Diovan HCT

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

Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Diclofenac topical (for the skin) is used to treat joint pain caused by osteoarthritis. Pennsaid is for use on the knees. Voltaren Topical is for use on the hands, wrists, elbows, knees, ankles, or feet. diclofenac topical may not be effective in treating arthritis pain elsewhere in the body.

Solaraze is used to treat warty overgrowths of skin (actinic keratoses) on sun-exposed areas of the body.

Diclofenac topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: hydrochlorothiazide / valsartan
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated
• Other Brand Names: Diovan HCT

Hydrochlorothiazide is a thiazide diuretic (water pill) that helps prevent your body from absorbing too much salt, which can cause fluid retention.

Valsartan is an angiotensin II receptor antagonist. Valsartan keeps blood vessels from narrowing, which lowers blood pressure and improves blood flow.

Diovan HCT is a combination medicine used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Lowering blood pressure may lower your risk of a stroke or heart attack.

Diovan HCT is usually given after other blood pressure medicines have been tried without success.

Diovan HCT may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.