What is Solaraze gel?
Solaraze gel is a brand name topical medication that contains the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) diclofenac sodium. Doctors commonly prescribe Solaraze gel for arthritis pain.FunctionLike other NSAIDs, Solaraze gel works by preventing your body from producing chemicals called prostaglandins, which contribute to inflammation and sensations of pain, according to the University of Virginia’s website.UseWhen applied to an affected joint, Solaraze gel relieves the pain, tenderness, stiffness and swelling caused by osteoarthritis. For reasons not completely understood by scientists, Solaraze gel is also effective at treating a skin condition called actinic keratosis, a type of precancerous tumor or growth, according to the Mayo Clinic.DosageIn arthritis patients, Solaraze gel is typically applied to the painful area up to four times per day. For actinic keratosis, doctors normally prescribe the gel for use twice per day for 60 to 90 days, according to the U.S. National Library o
