Generic Voltaren
Drug name: Generic Voltaren
Active Ingredients: Diclofenac sodiumTherapeutic actions:
Voltaren contains diclofenac sodium which belongs to group of medicines called NSAID's. The medication exerts anti-inflammatory, analgesic and anti-pyretic action. Therapeutic effect of the medication is associated with blocking the production of inflammatory mediators called prostoglandins. Prostoglandins play a significant role in pathogenesis of inflammation, pain and fever. By blocking the production of inflammatory mediators Voltaren helps to relieve pain, reduce inflammatory reactions and swelling related to arthritis.Indications: Voltaren is used in:
- Osteoarthritis symptoms
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Pain of light and moderate severity
- Migraine attacks
- Pain associated with gynecological diseases
Contraindications and cautions:
Voltaren is contraindicated in the following conditions:- Hypersensitivity to any of the medication ingredients
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
- Stomach and duodenal ulcers
- Bronchial asthma
- Hives
- Acute rhinitis
- Cardiovascular disease
- Kidney and liver disease
- Bleeding problems
- Diabetes
Let your doctor know if you drink alcohol frequently or smoke
Adverse effects: There are possible side effects associated with this medicine that can affect individuals in different ways. If a side effect is stated here, that does not necessarily mean the fact that all people using Voltaren will experience it or any other.- Voltaren may cause the following side effects: stomach pain, constipation, diarrhea, heartburn, constipation, gas, nausea, vomiting, anemia, swelling, headache, skin rash, tinnitus.
- Other: chest pain, difficult breathing, slurred speech, signs of liver or kidney dysfunction.
The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer.
For more information about any other possible risks associated with Voltaren, please read the information provided with Voltaren or consult your doctor or pharmacist.Interactions: It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with Voltaren. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medication while taking this one, to ensure that the combination is safe. Diclofenac may interact with the following drugs:
- Antibiotics
- Li+ supplements
- Diuretics
- Blood clotting preparations
- Thrombolytic drugs
- Hypertensive medicine
- Sedatives
- Tranquilizers
- Herbal medicine
- Hormonal therapy
- Radiation therapy in treatment of cancer
- Ethanol extracts
