Our studies have shown that diclofenac in FoamaDerm™ has a superior drug release profile compared to other compounding bases and leading brands. With FoamaDerm™, there is no need to use 5% or higher concentrations of diclofenac. In our studies, a 2% concentration showed desirable effects. You can adapt the prescription to 2% diclofenac in FoamaDerm™ with the same directions and notify the physician. However, if you prefer to try higher concentrations, up to 3% can be added to FoamaDerm™.

Following ingredients can be added to FoamaDerm™:

Ketoprofen up to 3%

Lidocaine up to 3%

Menthol or camphor up to 1%

Ketamine up to 4%

Amitriptyline up to 2%

Following concentrations and combinations have been tested too:

Diclofenac 3% with lidocaine 1% or 2%

Ketoprofen 3% with lidocaine 1% or 2%

Diclofenac 3% with menthol 1%

Ketoprofen 3% with menthol1%

Ketamine 2% with lidocaine 1% or 2%

Ketamine 3% with lidocaine 1%

Adding other ingredients or other concentrations have not been studied.

Yes, ketoprofen can be added up to 3% to FoamaDerm™. No other NSAIDs tested with FoamaDerm™.

Absolutely, if you are a healthcare professional you can request a free sample by emailing us at info@rstherapeutics.com.

Our studies have shown that FoamaDerm™ remains stable for over 12 months when stored at room temperature.

Our long-term stability studies showed that diclofenac is stable for at least 3 months at room temperature.

FoamaDerm™ contains benzyl alcohol as preservative because the base contains water and is compounded under non-sterile conditions. However, since during administration the patient does not come into contact with the fluid inside the bottle, no bacterial contamination of the product inside the bottle through the patient is possible.

Currently FoamaDerm™ is available in 50g, 100g and 200g pre-filled bottles and 1L bulk bottle.

Pharmacies in Alberta and BC can order FoamaDerm™ from Imperial Distributors Canada Inc. Pharmacies can also order as a drop shipment through McKesson. The product will be shipped directly from our facility but billed to your McKesson account. We are working with other distributors to make the base available through additional channels. In the meantime, you can order online from our website or, if you prefer not to use a credit card, you can fill out the FoamaDerm™ order form and send it to us by fax or email.

Currently FoamaDerm™ is available only in Canada.

The time required to compound diclofenac in FoamaDerm™ depends on the source of diclofenac you are using. Typically, the drug dissolves within 15-20 minutes. However, in some cases, more time may be needed.

You can add up to 3% diclofenac to FoamaDerm™. There is no need to use higher concentrations. Patients showed satisfactory results with 2% diclofenac in FoamaDerm™.