Voltaren gel

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-009309",
  "term": "Voltaren gel",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "The gel form of a drug that is used to treat the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and is being studied in the prevention and treatment of some types of skin cancer. It blocks substances that cause inflammation and pain. It may also prevent the growth of new blood vessels that tumors need to grow. It is a type of cyclooxygenase inhibitor, a type of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), and a type of antiangiogenesis agent. Also called diclofenac sodium gel.",
  "synonyms": [
    "diclofenac sodium gel"
  ],
  "references": [
    "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/voltaren-gel/"
}