Clinical evaluation of a new NSAID applied topically (BPAA gel) vs. diclofenac emulgel in elderly osteoarthritic patients.

This study reports therapeutic results obtained with a group of elderly subjects suffering from osteoarthritis undergoing therapy with a new topically applied NSAID (BPAA gel). Excellent results, ease of use and absence of side effects are the essential characteristics of the anti-inflammatory drug in this preparation. Results were compared to those obtained in a homogeneous sample treated with diclofenac emulgel. No statistically significant differences were observed in therapeutic effectiveness.