Article: For your upper extremities, you shouldn’t use more than 8 g (0.28 oz) per day on the affected area. For lower extremities, you shouldn’t use more than 16 g (0.56 oz) per day.  For example, if you’re applying the gel to your wrist, you can apply 2 g (0.071 oz) of the gel to your wrist 4 times each day. Don’t exceed 32 grams (1.1 oz) in one day. Try to apply the gel as soon as you remember that you missed a dose. However, if you missed a dose and it’s time for your next scheduled dose, don’t apply double the amount—just skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have additional questions about how to handle a missed dose. If you have any cuts, infections, burns, or rashes, you shouldn’t apply the gel to these areas as it can irritate them or make them worse. Voltaren Gel is for soothing joint pain and won’t heal any open wounds. The Voltaren Gel won’t work as well when it’s mixed with other products or if makeup is covering it up. When you apply the gel to an area, keep that area clean of any other products.

What is a summary?
Avoid using the gel more than 4 times a day on one area. Use your discretion if you miss a dose. Avoid applying Voltaren Gel to open wounds. Refrain from using cosmetics or other skin care products on the area.