BNF:

10.1.1/13.8.1

Status:

Do Not Prescribe (DNP), Grey, Green

Decision Date:

None

Comments

Tablets:

• GREY: Increased CV risk.  (Decision date - November 2008, reviewed 2017).

Topical:

• GREEN : Diclofenac diethylammonium 1.16% gel (Voltarol Emulgel)  (Decision date - August 2023).
• GREEN 2^nd line 3% gel (as Solaraze) option after 5-Fluorouracil cream.  (Decision date - March 2020).

• DO NOT PRESCRIBE (DNP): Diclofenac 2.32% gel

 

 

 

Grey Drug Classifications

• 3: Known excess of significant adverse events compared with standard therapy

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