Voltalin SR 75 mg (Tablet (Sustained Release))
Unit Price: ৳ 11.03 (5 x 10: ৳ 551.50)
Strip Price: ৳ 110.30
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Diclofenac sodium |
| Company | Novartis bangladesh ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Rheumatology
- Inflammatory and degenerative forms of rheumatism
- Chronic involutive
- Polyarthritis
- Ankylosing spondylarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Spondylarthroses
- Acute gout
- Peri-articular rheumatic disorders
- Surgery and Traumatology
- Sprain
- Bruises
- Dislocations
- Fractures
- Soft tissue injuries
- Surgical interventions
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Episiotomy
- Adnexitis
- Endometritis
- Parametritis
- Salpingitis
- Mastitis
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Pre-operative medication for the prevention of pain, inflammation, and swelling
- Dentistry
- Post-operative and post-traumatic pain, inflammation, and swelling
- Urogenital tract
- Renal and biliary colic
Pharmacology
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug
- Anti-rheumatic
- Analgesic
- Antipyretic
- Uricosuric effect
- Inhibiting prostaglandin biosynthesis
- Rapid and complete absorption from the gastro-intestinal tract
- Metabolized in the liver
- First pass metabolism
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage 75-150 mg daily
- Dose reduction in long term use
- Diclofenac SR Tablet dosage for adults and children
- Diclofenac Dispersible Tablet dosage for adults and children
- Diclofenac TR Capsule dosage
- Diclofenac Suppository dosage
- Diclofenac injection dosage
- Diclofenac Gel external use dosage
Interaction
- Interaction with Lithium and digoxin
- Increased risk of haemorrhage with anticoagulants
- Can be given with oral antidiabetic agents without influencing their clinical effect
- Nephrotoxicity with cyclosporin
- Serious toxicity when given with methotrexate
- Potential convulsions with quinolone antimicrobials
- Increased frequency of unwanted effects with other NSAIDs and steroids
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the products
- Peptic ulcer
- Hypersensitivity to Diclofenac
- Contra-indicated in asthmatic patients
Side Effects
- Mild, rare and transient adverse effects
- Complaints of epigastric pain, eructation, nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, and headache
- Peripheral edema
- Skin reactions such as rash and eczema
- Local irritation and reddening of the skin with Voltalin SR Gel
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use only for compelling reasons during pregnancy
- Lowest effective dose should be used during pregnancy
- Not recommended during the first trimester of pregnancy
- Not recommended during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Close observation for peptic ulceration or gastrointestinal bleeding
- Close observation in patients of advanced age
- Avoid contact with eyes or mucus membranes
- Hands should be washed properly after application
Therapeutic Class
- Drugs for Osteoarthritis
- Drugs used for Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool and dry place
- Protected from light
- Store below 30°C
- Keep out of the reach of children