You can buy diclofenac or Voltaren pills at most retail pharmacies with a valid prescription.

To get an online Rx, book a virtual visit with a licensed MD, NP, or other provider on Sesame to discuss your symptoms and medical history.

If prescribed, you can also get your Rx sent to your pharmacy the same day. Where available, you can also ask to have your diclofenac medication shipped to your home.

Diclofenac can interact with blood thinners like warfarin, other NSAIDs (such as aspirin or ibuprofen), SSRIs, and certain blood pressure medications.

Make sure you tell your clinician about all medications and supplements you're taking before you start taking Voltaren.

If you miss or forget a dose of diclofenac, take it as soon as you remember.

If your next dose is coming up soon, skip the missed one and continue with the schedule your provider determined. Don't double up on diclofenac tablets or apply extra gel.

Let your clinician know your full medical history before taking diclofenac, especially if you have a history of:

• Asthma
• Bleeding disorder
• Heart disease
• High blood pressure
• Kidney disease
• Liver disease
• Stomach ulcers

If you're pregnant or planning to become pregnant, let your clinician know before taking diclofenac. Avoid taking diclofenac if you are 20 or more weeks pregnant, as it can cause kidney and heart problems for your developing baby.

If you suspect you’ve taken too much diclofenac, call a poison control center or get emergency care right away.

Symptoms of diclofenac overdose can include:

• Lethargy or drowsiness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Bloody or black stools
• Severe upper abdominal pain
• Difficulty breathing

You can’t buy diclofenac tablets over the counter, as they are prescription-only medications. However, diclofenac 1% gel is available OTC.

A licensed clinician on Sesame can evaluate your symptoms and, if appropriate, send your Rx to your local pharmacy.

They can also advise you on OTC anti-inflammatory medications like ibuprofen, naproxen, or aspirin, and whether these are suitable for you.

A licensed provider can prescribe a new Voltaren Rx or request a refill when you book and attend a telehealth visit through Sesame, if it’s appropriate for you. You’ll pay one upfront price for your virtual visit, and same-day prescription appointments are available 24/7.

During your chat, your MD, DO, or other clinician will assess your symptoms and, if suitable, write you a diclofenac Rx without proof of prior prescription. They can usually issue 1–2 refills per appointment.

Sesame is a cash-pay platform and doesn't bill insurance for visits, but you may use your HSA or FSA card to pay. Your insurance may also be accepted when you pay for your medication at the pharmacy.

A few prescription arthritis medications include:

• NSAIDs, such as diclofenac (Voltaren), celecoxib (Celebrex), and meloxicam (Mobic)
• Corticosteroids, like prednisone
• Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs), like hydroxychloroquine and sulfasalazine

Your provider may also recommend natural arthritis treatments like physical exercise to help relieve your joint pain and inflammation.