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http://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm196683.htm#VoltarenGelandLiverDamage

Voltaren Gel and Liver Damage
New warnings and precautions regarding the risk of liver damage have been added to the labeling of Voltaren Gel (diclofenac sodium topical gel) 1% and other drugs that contain diclofenac sodium. Voltaren Gel is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to relieve pain from osteoarthritis of the joints, such as the knees and those of the hands.

The risk: Liver damage (hepatotoxicity) has been reported in people in the first month of using diclofenac-containing products, although this damage can occur at any time during the use of these products. Severe reactions including liver cell death (necrosis), yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes (jaundice), hepatitis, and liver failure have been reported. Some of these cases resulted in death or liver transplantation.

Recommendations:

Let your health care professional know if you have any liver problems before you use Voltaren Gel or any diclofenac-containing products.
Contact your health care professional if, after using Voltaren Gel or any diclofenac-containing products, you have side effects, such as nausea, fatigue, lethargy, diarrhea, itching, jaundice, stomach tenderness, or flu-like symptoms.