A. That is a safe dose, but you may not be taking enough. The maximum dose of ibuprofen is really 3200 mg and you are taking 400 mg. Since I don't know your medical history or your weight, so you can address you dosage with your doctor. Medically, you may be able to increase your dose to 600 mg each time; up to 3 or 4 times per day if your arthritis warrants it.
Voltaren Gel (diclofenac sodium topical gel) is a topical gel nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat pain of osteoarthritis of joints that are amenable to topical treatment, such the hands and knees. Common side effects of Voltaren Gel include: nausea, stomach pain, upset stomach, diarrhea,
DRUG DESCRIPTION. PENNSAID 2% topical solution, contains diclofenac sodium, a benzeneacetic acid derivative that is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, and is available as a clear, colorless to faintly pink or orange solution for topical application. The chemical name is 2[(2,6-dichlorophenyl)amino]-benzeneacetic acid, monosodium salt.