Voltaren (Diclofenac)
Drug name
Voltaren (Diclofenac)
Drug Uses
This medicine is taken for treating inflammation or pain caused due to ankylosing spondylitis or arthritis. In addition to those enlisted here, you can take this medicine for other purpose as well if directed by your doctor.
How Taken
Take this medicine as recommended by your doctor.
Take this medicine orally with/without food. If you have any queries related to this medicated drug.
Drug Class and Mechanism
Voltaren is grouped under the drug type NSAIDS or anti-inflammatory drugs. This medicine works by lowering hormones which cause pain and inflammation in your body.
Missed Dose
In case you fail to take one dosage of this medicine, prefer taking it as soon as you remember to do so. If you find that the time for the next dosage has come, skip the missed dosage and return to the routine dosing plan. Avoid taking two dosages simultaneously.
Storage
Store Voltaren at room in between 68 to 77 degrees F or 20 to 25 degrees C. keep the medicine in air tight containers. You can also store this medicine in between 59-86 degrees F for a products_description time. Keep away from sunlight and moisture. Avoid storing this medicine in the bathroom. Keep it at a safe distance from kids and pets.
Warnings Precautions
Avoid taking Voltaren if:
• You find yourself allergic to any of the ingredients present in Voltaren;
• You previously had an acute allergic reaction (such as hives, severe rash, breathing problems, dizziness) to other NSAID (such as naproxen, ibuprofen, celecoxib) or aspirin.
Consult your medical practitioner at the earliest if you experience any of these problems.
Important:
• Voltaren can lead to blurred vision or dizziness.
These effects can worsen if you are taking it in combination with alcohol or some medicines. Take Voltaren with care. Avoid driving as well as performing other unsafe tasks till you are aware of the ways for reacting to it. Go through the medicine's label carefully in order to check whether it is devoid of NSAID or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug or not. Consult your pharmacist or doctor if you are not sure whether you need to take it or not.
• Children should not take this drug as it is not yet proven whether the medicine is effective for them or not.
Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or plan to get pregnant soon. Ensure discussing the potential pros as well as cons that comes with taking this medicine during pregnancy. Avoid taking this medicine while breast feeding as it is not yet known whether the Voltaren is present in breast milk or not.
Possible Side Effects consult your doctor if you experience any of the side effects included below:
- Stinging or Burning sensation
- Eye redness
- Irritation
- Itching
Opt for instant medical attention if you experience any of the harmful side effects included below:
Acute allergic reactions (hives; rash, itching; breathing problem; tightness in the chest; swelling of the face, mouth, lips, or tongue)
Distorted or blurred vision
Eye infection
Eyelid redness or swelling
Sensitivity to light or glare
More Information
Take Voltaren only if your doctor has asked you to do so. Avoid sharing this medication with others. Consult your doctor in case your symptoms fail to improve or worsen to a great extent.