Approved Hospital Formulary
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Approved Hospital Formulary
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diclofenac topical
diclofenac topical
- Restricted NSAID Formulary
- Restricted Flector --> limited to patients with renal insufficiency or where oral NSAID therapy is undesirable in cases of minor injuries.
- Restricted Voltaren --> limited to patients to treat osteoarthritis with renal insufficiency or increased risk for adverse effects from systemic NSAID use.
Last updated: Aug. 21, 2017
Flector medication guide
Pennsaid Medication Guide
FLECTOR patch is classified as formulary restricted, with use limited to renal patients or patients where oral NSAID therapy is undesirable in cases of minor injuries.
PENNSAID 1.5% topical solution is classified as nonformulary, not stocked for hospital inpatient and outpatient settings. If a diclofenac topical product is needed, the gel should be used. The patient may use his own supply of PENNSAID if needed.
VOLTAREN gel is classified as a formulary agent, restricted to use in patients with renal insufficiency or increased risk for adverse effects from systemic NSAIDs.
Reviewed: April 22, 2008 and August 26, 2008 (FLECTOR patch), September 23, 2008 (VOLTAREN Gel), and October 22, 2013 (Pennsaid)