Voltaren (diclofenac)
Indication
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of Voltaren®
(diclofenac sodium enteric-coated tablets) and other treatment options
before deciding to
use Voltaren (diclofenac sodium) . Use the lowest effective dose for
the shortest duration consistent
with individual patient treatment goals (see WARNINGS).
Voltaren (diclofenac sodium) is indicated:
Voltaren (diclofenac sodium) is indicated:
- For relief of the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis
- For relief of the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis
- For acute or long-term use in the relief of signs and symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis
Drugs Description
Voltaren® (diclofenac sodium enteric-coated tablets) is a benzene-acetic
acid derivative. Voltaren (diclofenac sodium) is available as delayed-release (enteric-coated) tablets
of 75 mg (light pink) for oral administration. The chemical name is 2-[(2,6-dichlorophenyl)amino]
benzeneacetic acid, monosodium salt. The molecular weight is 318.14. Its molecular
formula is C14H10Cl2NNaO2, and it
has the following structural formulaThe inactive ingredients in Voltaren (diclofenac sodium) include: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, iron oxide, lactose, magnesium stearate, methacrylic acid copolymer, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, povidone, propylene glycol, sodium hydroxide, sodium starch glycolate, talc, titanium dioxide.
Dosage
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of Voltaren® (diclofenac sodium) (diclofenac
sodium enteric-coated tablets) and other treatment options before deciding to
use Voltaren (diclofenac sodium) . Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration consistent
with individual patient treatment goals (see WARNINGS).
After observing the response to initial therapy with Voltaren (diclofenac sodium) , the dose and frequency should be adjusted to suit an individual patient's needs.
For the relief of osteoarthritis, the recommended dosage is 100-150 mg/day in divided doses (50 mg b.i.d. or t.i.d., or 75 mg b.i.d.).
For the relief of rheumatoid arthritis, the recommended dosage is 150-200 mg/day in divided doses (50 mg t.i.d. or q.i.d., or 75 mg b.i.d.).
For the relief of ankylosing spondylitis, the recommended dosage is 100-125 mg/day, administered as 25 mg q.i.d., with an extra 25-mg dose at bedtime if necessary.
Different formulations of diclofenac [Voltaren® (diclofenac sodium enteric-coated tablets); Voltaren®-XR (diclofenac sodium extended-release tablets); Cataflam® (diclofenac potassium immediate-release tablets)] are not necessarily bioequivalent even if the milligram strength is the same.
After observing the response to initial therapy with Voltaren (diclofenac sodium) , the dose and frequency should be adjusted to suit an individual patient's needs.
For the relief of osteoarthritis, the recommended dosage is 100-150 mg/day in divided doses (50 mg b.i.d. or t.i.d., or 75 mg b.i.d.).
For the relief of rheumatoid arthritis, the recommended dosage is 150-200 mg/day in divided doses (50 mg t.i.d. or q.i.d., or 75 mg b.i.d.).
For the relief of ankylosing spondylitis, the recommended dosage is 100-125 mg/day, administered as 25 mg q.i.d., with an extra 25-mg dose at bedtime if necessary.
Different formulations of diclofenac [Voltaren® (diclofenac sodium enteric-coated tablets); Voltaren®-XR (diclofenac sodium extended-release tablets); Cataflam® (diclofenac potassium immediate-release tablets)] are not necessarily bioequivalent even if the milligram strength is the same.
Side Effect
Voltaren (diclofenac) is an oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
(NSAID) used for the treatment of pain, fever, and inflammation by
reducing the production of prostaglandins. Voltaren is used primarily
for the treatment of inflammation and pain caused by conditions such as
rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. Most
common side effects of Voltaren are upset stomach, heartburn, stomach
pain, diarrhea, constipation, bloating, gas, ulcers, dizziness,
headache, nervousness, skin itching or rash, blurred vision, or ringing
in the ears.
Voltaren should be taken with food to reduce stomach upset. Potential drug interactions include lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid), blood pressure medications, methotrexate (Rheumatrex, Trexall), certain antibiotics, and anticoagulants. Like other NSAIDs, Voltaren is generally avoided during pregnancy because it may affect the cardiovascular system of the fetus. It is not known whether Voltaren is excreted in breast milk.
Our Voltaren Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to
Patient Information Side Effect
Voltaren (diclofenac) is an oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used for the treatment of pain, fever, and inflammation by reducing the production of prostaglandins. Voltaren is used primarily for the treatment of inflammation and pain caused by conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. Most common side effects of Voltaren are upset stomach, heartburn, stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation, bloating, gas, ulcers, dizziness, headache, nervousness, skin itching or rash, blurred vision, or ringing in the ears.
Voltaren should be taken with food to reduce stomach upset. Potential drug interactions include lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid), blood pressure medications, methotrexate (Rheumatrex, Trexall), certain antibiotics, and anticoagulants. Like other NSAIDs, Voltaren is generally avoided during pregnancy because it may affect the cardiovascular system of the fetus. It is not known whether Voltaren is excreted in breast milk.
Our Voltaren Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to