What is pennsaid?

What is Pennsaid?

Pennsaid is a topical prescription medication used to treat pain from osteoarthritis. It is applied to the skin over the affected area, where it releases the active drug diclofenac (a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, or NSAID). [1]

What condition is it used for?

Pennsaid is prescribed for pain related to osteoarthritis, typically in areas like the knee or other joints affected by osteoarthritis. [1]

How does it work (and how is it different from pills)?

Because Pennsaid is applied to the skin, it delivers diclofenac locally to the painful area rather than systemwide the way many oral NSAID tablets work. That can reduce the amount of drug circulating through the body compared with taking diclofenac by mouth. [1]

How is it applied?

Pennsaid is a topical solution that is rubbed onto the skin at the site of osteoarthritis pain. The exact dosing instructions depend on the product strength and the prescriber’s directions. Patients should follow the label and their clinician’s instructions. [1]

Where can I read more?

DrugPatentWatch.com tracks patents and product information for medicines, and can be a useful place to look up specific details about Pennsaid and its formulations. [1]

Sources

1. DrugPatentWatch.com – Pennsaid