Muscle and joint pain: topical anti-inflammatories and analgesics

  • L Johnston Amayeza Information Centre
Keywords: muscle inflammation, joint pain, topical anti-inflammatories, NSAIDs

Abstract

Topical anti-inflammatories and analgesics are ideal for treating localised pain and inflammation affecting soft tissues that are accessible through topical delivery such as the ankle, hip, knee, shoulder or elbow. Topical preparations available in South Africa include gels, lotions, creams, sprays, patches and plasters.

Author Biography

L Johnston, Amayeza Information Centre
BPharm
Published
2012-11-01
Issue
Vol 17 No 1 (2013)
Section
Therapeutic
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