Voltid 50 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 0.60 (100's pack: ৳ 60.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Diclofenac sodium |
| Company | Pharmasia limited |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Rheumatology
- Inflammatory form of Rheumatism
- Degenerative form of Rheumatism
- Polyarthritis
- Ankylosing spondylarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Spondylarthroses
- Acute Gout
- Peri-articular Rheumatic Disorders
- Sprain
- Bruises
- Dislocations
- Fractures
- Soft tissue injuries
- Surgical interventions
- Obstetrics
- Gynecology
- Dysmenorrhoea
- Episiotomy
- Adnexitis
- Endometritis
- Parametritis
- Salpingitis
- Mastitis
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Dentistry
- Urogenital tract
- Renal colic
- Biliary colic
Pharmacology
- Potent non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
- Anti-rheumatic
- Anti-inflammatory
- Analgesic
- Antipyretic
- Uricosuric effect
- Inhibits prostaglandin biosynthesis
- Rapid and complete absorption from the gastrointestinal tract
- Peak plasma concentrations reached within 2 hours
- 99.7% bound to plasma proteins
- Metabolized in the liver
Dosage & Administration
- Diclofenac FC Tablet for Adults: 75-150 mg daily in 2 to 3 divided doses
- Diclofenac SR Tablet for Adults: 1 tablet daily, taken whole with liquid
- Diclofenac Dispersible Tablet for Adults: 2-3 tablets daily, maximum daily dose is 150 mg
- Diclofenac TR Capsule: One capsule daily
- Diclofenac Suppository for Adults: 50 mg suppository 2-3 times daily
- Diclofenac injection: 1 ampoule daily for adults
- Diclofenac Gel: Applied to the skin 3-4 times daily
Interaction
- Increase plasma concentrations of lithium and digoxin
- Increased risk of hemorrhage with anticoagulant therapy
- Given together with oral antidiabetic agents without influencing their clinical effect
- Cases of nephrotoxicity reported with concomitant use of cyclosporin and diclofenac
- Serious toxicity reported when methotrexate and NSAIDs are given within 24 hours of each other
- Convulsions may occur due to an interaction between quinolones and NSAIDs
- Co-administration with other systemic NSAIDs and steroids may increase unwanted effects
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any ingredient
- Peptic ulcer
- Hypersensitivity to Diclofenac
- Contra-indicated in asthmatic patient
- Not to be used under occlusive airtight dressings
Side Effects
- Mild, rare, and transient adverse effects
- Epigastric pain
- Eructation
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Peripheral edema
- Skin reactions such as rash and eczema
- Local irritation and reddening of the skin
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Employed only for compelling reasons during pregnancy
- Lowest effective dose should be used
- Not recommended during the first trimester of pregnancy
- Not recommended during pregnancy for Diclofenac Sodium Gel
- Insignificant quantity detected in breast milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Close observation for peptic ulceration or gastrointestinal bleeding
- Do not allow to come in contact with the eyes or mucus membranes
- Hands should be washed properly after application
- Not to be taken by mouth
Therapeutic Class
- Drugs for Osteoarthritis
- Drugs used for Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Storage Conditions
- Cool and dry place
- Protected from light
- Store below 30°C
- Keep out of the reach of children