Voltaren
Diclofenac Sodium
Ingredients & Drug Type
Voltaren is listed as Analgesic / NSAID containing Diclofenac Sodium. A pain reliever or anti-inflammatory medicine, depending on the active ingredient.
- Active ingredient
- Diclofenac Sodium
- Therapeutic class
- Analgesic / NSAID
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Strength
- 50mg
Dosing
- Adult
- 50mg ثلاث مرات يومياً أو 75mg مرتين
- Max daily
- 150mg
- Frequency
- 2–3 مرات يومياً
- Duration
- حسب الحاجة
- Route
- oral
- Common catalog dose: 50mg.
- Frequency: 2–3 مرات يومياً.
- Typical duration: حسب الحاجة.
- Route: oral.
- Do not exceed: 150mg.
- The final dose depends on diagnosis, age, weight, kidney/liver function, pregnancy status, and other medicines.
- Use the dose written by your doctor or pharmacist; this page is educational and not a personal prescription.
Instructions: بعد الأكل، ابلع القرص كاملاً
Medical Overview
Voltaren is listed as Analgesic / NSAID containing Diclofenac Sodium. A pain reliever or anti-inflammatory medicine, depending on the active ingredient.
Voltaren (diclofenac sodium) is among the most-used NSAIDs in Jordan for joint and musculoskeletal pain. Tablets/injections are pharmacist- or prescription-dispensed; the topical gel is the stomach-safest option. Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time, always after food.
Uses / Indications
- Joint pain
- rheumatoid arthritis
- period pain
- post-operative pain
- Mild to moderate pain, inflammation, or fever when appropriate.
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal disturbance
- ulceration
- elevated blood pressure
- fluid retention
- hepatic and renal impairment
- Stomach irritation, nausea, or dizziness; some analgesics can increase bleeding or kidney risk.
Contraindications
- Peptic ulcer
- pregnancy (third trimester)
- acute heart disease
- severe renal failure
- Active ulcer or bleeding, analgesic allergy, or severe kidney/liver disease unless supervised.
Warnings
- Use at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration
- Avoid combining medicines from the same pain-reliever class without advice.
Drug Interactions
- Warfarin
- lithium
- diuretics
- ACE inhibitors
- May interact with blood thinners, steroids, blood pressure medicines, and kidney-affecting drugs.
Patient Guidance
- Use the shortest suitable duration.
- Take with food if it irritates the stomach.
- Seek medical advice if pain or fever persists.
Before Using This Medicine
Tell your clinician before use if you have
- Any previous allergy to this medicine, its class, or any ingredient.
- Pregnancy, breastfeeding, planned pregnancy, or fertility treatment.
- Kidney, liver, heart, stomach ulcer, bleeding, epilepsy, or chronic disease history.
- Regular medicines, supplements, herbal products, or alcohol use.
Seek urgent care if you notice
- Breathing difficulty, face or throat swelling, severe rash, fainting, or chest pain.
- Severe diarrhea, black stools, vomiting blood, yellow eyes, confusion, or unusual bleeding.
- Any symptom that feels severe, new, or rapidly worsening after taking the medicine.
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Storage & Manufacturer
- Storage:
- Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.
Trusted Medical Sources
Use these references to verify official labeling, patient information, therapeutic class, dosing cautions, contraindications, and safety updates.
Common Questions
What is Voltaren?
Voltaren contains Diclofenac Sodium and is categorized as Analgesic / NSAID. Its exact use depends on diagnosis and the official product label.
What is the dose of Voltaren?
Catalog dosing information includes: 50mg ثلاث مرات يومياً أو 75mg مرتين. The personal dose must be confirmed by a doctor or pharmacist.
What warnings matter before using Voltaren?
Check allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, chronic disease, and all current medicines before use. Seek urgent care for severe allergy or rapidly worsening symptoms.
How should Voltaren be stored?
Store at room temperature away from heat, moisture, and direct sunlight unless the package label says otherwise.