9 Best nsaid for arthritis in Canada

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Last Updated - 2026/03/20

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Biofreeze

Biofreeze Professional Pain Relieving Gel,Topical Analgesic for Enhanced Relief of Arthritis, Muscle, and Joint Pain, NSAID Free Pain Reliever Cream, Roll-On 3 oz., Colorless Formula, 5% Menthol

8.4 pain management

8.0 worth the money
Main highlights

The new Biofreeze Professional formulation, available in a variety of sizes and application types, features a proprietary herbal blend and United States Pharmacopeia (USP) grade menthol as the active ingredient
The dye-free 3 oz. Roll-On Gel applicator allows you to apply Biofreeze Professional hands free while the roller ball provides a gentle massage of soft-tissue areas
Biofreeze Professional provides cooling pain relief from backaches, arthritis, sore muscles and joints, sprains, strains, and bruises, which makes it ideal for use during in-clinic visits or for at-home pain relief in between visits
Biofreeze Professional does not contain any NSAIDs, salicylates, parabens, propylene glycol, or addictive substances and is suitable for use on most areas of the body, including the back, shoulders and neck, legs, hips, hands, and feet
Biofreeze Professional Cold Therapy Pain Reliever is a clinically optimized version of the traditional Biofreeze formula and provides your patients with a longer lasting experience and easier application due to its smoother consistency
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9.6

Exceptional

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Biofreeze

Biofreeze Professional Pain Relieving Gel,Topical Analgesic for Enhanced Relief of Arthritis, Muscle, and Joint Pain, NSAID Free Pain Reliever Cream, Roll-On 3 oz., Colorless Formula, 5% Menthol

8.4 pain management

8.0 worth the money
Main highlights

The new Biofreeze Professional formulation, available in a variety of sizes and application types, features a proprietary herbal blend and United States Pharmacopeia (USP) grade menthol as the active ingredient
The dye-free 3 oz. Roll-On Gel applicator allows you to apply Biofreeze Professional hands free while the roller ball provides a gentle massage of soft-tissue areas
Biofreeze Professional provides cooling pain relief from backaches, arthritis, sore muscles and joints, sprains, strains, and bruises, which makes it ideal for use during in-clinic visits or for at-home pain relief in between visits
Biofreeze Professional does not contain any NSAIDs, salicylates, parabens, propylene glycol, or addictive substances and is suitable for use on most areas of the body, including the back, shoulders and neck, legs, hips, hands, and feet
Biofreeze Professional Cold Therapy Pain Reliever is a clinically optimized version of the traditional Biofreeze formula and provides your patients with a longer lasting experience and easier application due to its smoother consistency
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9.3

Excellent

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Voltaren

VOLTAREN Emulgel Extra Strength (Gel), topical pain gel, 100g

10% Off
Main highlights

TARGETS PAIN RELIEF: Voltaren contains anti-inflammatory medicine that penetrates deep to provide effective pain relief where it hurts.
NON-STEROIDAL: Formulated for adults 18 years to 65 years old, Voltaren Extra Strength contains 2.32% of the active ingredient diclofenac dimethylamine, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) analgesic.
EXTRA STRENGTH: Voltaren Emulgel Extra Strength is an anti-inflammatory that has the power to relieve your muscle and joint pain. And you can go 12 hours between treatments.
EFFECTIVE PAIN RELIEF: Clinically proven to relieve pain and reduce inflammation. It provides effective pain relief from recent (acute), pain and swelling (inflammation) in muscles, joints and back, as a result of sprains, strains and sports injuries.
DOCTOR AND PHARMACIST RECOMMENDED: Voltaren is the #1 recommended brand in the topical analgesics category by Canadian Physicians and Pharmacists.
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9.2

Excellent

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Value for Money

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Voltaren

VOLTAREN Emulgel Extra Strength (Gel), topical pain gel, 100g

15% Off
Main highlights

TARGETS PAIN RELIEF: Voltaren contains anti-inflammatory medicine that penetrates deep to provide effective pain relief where it hurts.
NON-STEROIDAL: Formulated for adults 18 years to 65 years old, Voltaren Extra Strength contains 2.32% of the active ingredient diclofenac dimethylamine, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) analgesic.
EXTRA STRENGTH: Voltaren Emulgel Extra Strength is an anti-inflammatory that has the power to relieve your muscle and joint pain. And you can go 12 hours between treatments.
EFFECTIVE PAIN RELIEF: Clinically proven to relieve pain and reduce inflammation. It provides effective pain relief from recent (acute), pain and swelling (inflammation) in muscles, joints and back, as a result of sprains, strains and sports injuries.
DOCTOR AND PHARMACIST RECOMMENDED: Voltaren is the #1 recommended brand in the topical analgesics category by Canadian Physicians and Pharmacists.
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9.1

Excellent

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Icy Hot

Icy Hot No Mess Applicator, Quick-Drying, Fast, Effective, NSAID-Free Pain Relief for Muscle and Joint Pain Associated with Arthritis, Backache, Strains and Sprains, 73ml

9.9 Simple to use

9.3 pain management
Main highlights

Muscle and Joint Pain Relief - The Icy Hot roll on relieves muscle and joint pain associated with arthritis, simple backaches, muscle strains and sprains with an icy, dulling sensation, followed by a hot, relaxing sensation
Maximum Strength(1) - 16% menthol provides a cooling sensation that works quickly to provide arthritis pain relief, muscle, back and neck pain relief, so you can focus on the people and things you care about
Includes - One 73ml roll on tube is the perfect size for any bag or medicine cabinet. This Icy Hot NSAID-Free formula provides clinically proven muscle pain relief without the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Fast-Acting Pain Relief - Roll on pain relief that absorbs quickly into skin and acts quickly when you need it most, making it an excellent choice for joint and muscle pain relief
Easy to Apply – Sore lower back? This pain relief roll on provides easy, mess-free pain relief; simply apply a thin layer directly to affected areas, following the instructions on the label
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8.9

Very Good

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Icy Hot

Icy Hot No Mess Applicator, Quick-Drying, Fast, Effective, NSAID-Free Pain Relief for Muscle and Joint Pain Associated with Arthritis, Backache, Strains and Sprains, 73ml

9.9 Simple to use

9.3 pain management
Main highlights

Muscle and Joint Pain Relief - The Icy Hot roll on relieves muscle and joint pain associated with arthritis, simple backaches, muscle strains and sprains with an icy, dulling sensation, followed by a hot, relaxing sensation
Maximum Strength(1) - 16% menthol provides a cooling sensation that works quickly to provide arthritis pain relief, muscle, back and neck pain relief, so you can focus on the people and things you care about
Includes - One 73ml roll on tube is the perfect size for any bag or medicine cabinet. This Icy Hot NSAID-Free formula provides clinically proven muscle pain relief without the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Fast-Acting Pain Relief - Roll on pain relief that absorbs quickly into skin and acts quickly when you need it most, making it an excellent choice for joint and muscle pain relief
Easy to Apply – Sore lower back? This pain relief roll on provides easy, mess-free pain relief; simply apply a thin layer directly to affected areas, following the instructions on the label
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8.7

Very Good

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Icy Hot

Icy Hot Medicated Pain Patch, Muscle and Joint Pain Relief for Simple Backaches, Lumbago, Arthritis, Strains and Sprains, NSAID-Free, Menthol 5%, 5 Count

8.2 pain management

8.0 worth the money
Main highlights

Targeted, Lasting Pain Relief - Icy Hot Medicated Pain Patches are comfortable to wear for up to 8 hours and effectively soothe targeted areas for general joint and muscle pain relief
Soothes in Two Ways - The back pain patch soothes pain caused by simple backaches, lumbago, strains and sprains and arthritis starting with an icy sensation to dull pain and transitioning into a hot sensation to relax it away
Included - One 5-count pack of Icy Hot Medicated Patch for back, neck, shoulder and arthritis pain relief
Easy to Apply – This patch for muscle pain provides easy, mess-free pain relief without the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs); simply peel the backing off and adhere to the painful area
Cooling Sensation - Cooling menthol is a topical analgesic that quickly works to provide muscle pain relief and arthritis pain relief so you can focus on the people and things you care about
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8.5

Good

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Advil

Advil Arthritis Pain (45 Count) 400 mg ibuprofen, Inflammation and Temporary Pain Reliever
Main highlights

TRUSTED BRAND: Advil has provided fast, effective fever and pain relief for over 25 years.
NON-STEROIDAL: The pain reliever in Advil is ibuprofen, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that when taken as directed is a fast and effective pain reliever and fever reducer
Liquid-fast relief, goes to work quickly at the site of inflammation pain
LONG-LASTING: One liquid-gel provides up to 8 hours of pain relief
EXTRA-STRENGTH: 400mg of Ibuprofen per dose provides effective relief for tough pain
EASY OPEN CAP: Features an easy-open cap for the moment you need relief
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8.4

Good

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Advil

Advil Arthritis Pain (45 Count) 400 mg ibuprofen, Inflammation and Temporary Pain Reliever
Main highlights

TRUSTED BRAND: Advil has provided fast, effective fever and pain relief for over 25 years.
NON-STEROIDAL: The pain reliever in Advil is ibuprofen, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that when taken as directed is a fast and effective pain reliever and fever reducer
Liquid-fast relief, goes to work quickly at the site of inflammation pain
LONG-LASTING: One liquid-gel provides up to 8 hours of pain relief
EXTRA-STRENGTH: 400mg of Ibuprofen per dose provides effective relief for tough pain
EASY OPEN CAP: Features an easy-open cap for the moment you need relief
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8.3

Good

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