Voltaren
diclofenac sodium
Voltaren is a non steroidal anti inflammatory drug used for the treatment of mild or moderate inflammation, fever or pain. The drug of this class works by minimizing the production of prostaglandins, which are released in the body during pain, fever or inflammation. Voltaren blocks the production of Cyclo-oxigenase enzyme, which is responsible for producing prostaglandins. The less prostaglandin production minimizes the consequence of pain, fever or inflammation.
Voltaren Uses
Voltaren is mainly used for:
- Complaints related to muscles like arthritis, which includes rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, spondylarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, etc.
- Gout attack
- Kidney stones and gallstones pain management
- Severe migraines
- Treatment of mild or moderate post-operative or post-traumatic pain, along with inflammation.
- Menstrual pain
Voltaren Action
The eighth best selling drug interacts with the lipogenase enzyme pathway that interacts with the release and uptake of arachidonic acid. Voltaren is easily absorbed and penetrates well with the synovial fluid and is also metabolized extensively.
Voltaren Administration
Voltaren can be administered along with milk, food or along with antacids during stomach upset. The medication is powerful if taken during the first symptoms of pain especially the menstrual pain. 6 to 8 ounces of the drug is taken along with a big glass of water. You also should not lie down for at least half an hour after the drug administration.
- Osteoarthritis: 100 to 150 mg of the drug should be administered in 2 to 3 small doses every day.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis: 100 to 200 mg of the drug is administered in 2 to 3 small doses
- Ankylosing Spondylitis: 100 to125 mg of the drug is divided into small doses of 25 mg 4 times per day.
- Menstrual Pain: 50 mg of the drug is administered every 8 hours or as and when required.
Voltaren Side Effects
Some of the Side Effects of Voltaren include:
- Bleeding in the abdomen
- Pain or cramps in abdomen
- Swelling in abdomen
- Anemia
- Blood clotting troubles
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Retention of fluids
- Gas
- Headaches
- Heartburns
- Digestion Problems
- Itching
- Nausea
- Peptic ulcers
- Rashes
- Ringing in the ear
- Vomiting sensation
Precautions
You are not supposed to take alcohol while administering Voltaren as it can cause stomach bleeding. You should also avoid exposure under sunlight or artificial UV rays as the drug makes your skin highly sensitive to U rays during the treatment.
