Voltaren Gel 30gm: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Voltaren Benefits

Voltaren is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Toothache (Read More - Home remedies for toothache)
Rheumatic Pain
Pain

Other Benefits

Voltaren Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Joint Pain (Arthralgia) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Joint Pain (Arthralgia) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Gel Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Voltaren Side Effects

No side effects of Voltaren have been reported in the medical literature. However, you should always consult your doctor before using Voltaren.

Voltaren Related Warnings

Is the use of Voltaren safe for pregnant women?

Severe
Is the use of Voltaren safe during breastfeeding?

Mild
What is the effect of Voltaren on the Kidneys?

Severe
What is the effect of Voltaren on the Liver?

Severe
What is the effect of Voltaren on the Heart?

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Voltaren with Other Drugs

Voltaren should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Ramipril

Adefovir

Voltaren Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Voltaren unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Edema
Stomach Infection
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Kidney Disease
Skin Rash
Heart Attack
Stroke
Asthma
Anemia
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Peptic Ulcer

Frequently asked Questions about Voltaren

Question over 5 years ago

What is Voltaren?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Voltaren is a brand name of diclofenac. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs). It is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, bursitis, ankylosing spondylitis, toothache, dysmenorrhoea, renal colic, post-traumatic disorder and post-operative inflammatory conditions which affords quick relief from pain and wounds and edema (swelling).

Question about 5 years ago

Is Voltaren safe?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, Voltaren is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed such as epigastric pain (stomach pain), nausea, headache, dizziness, rashes, gastric ulceration, and bleeding are less common.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Voltaren?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Take Voltaren as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Voltaren with amoxicillin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

No, Voltaren can't be taken at the same time until unless prescribed by your doctor because it can significantly reduce the bioavailability of amoxicillin due to which the effectiveness of amoxicillin will decrease.