Voltagel 1% w/w (Gel)

10 gm tube: ৳ 20.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Diclofenac sodium
Company	Eskayef pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as	Voltagel ds 2 w gel

Indications

Rheumatology
Inflammatory
Degenerative forms of rheumatism
Chronic involutive
Polyarthritis
Ankylosing spondylarthritis
Osteoarthritis
Spondylarthroses
Acute gout
Peri-articular rheumatic disorders
Sprain
Bruises
Dislocations
Fractures
Soft tissue injuries
Surgical interventions
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Primary dysmenorrhoea
Episiotomy
Adnexitis
Endometritis
Parametritis
Salpingitis
Mastitis
Otorhinolaryngology
Dentistry
Post-operative pain
Post-traumatic pain
Pain prevention
Treatment of inflammation
Swelling of patients operated in the urogenital tract
Renal and biliary colic

Pharmacology

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with anti-rheumatic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antipyretic properties, and uricosuric effect. Inhibits prostaglandin biosynthesis, rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, metabolized in the liver, and undergoes first pass metabolism.

Dosage & Administration

Diclofenac FC Tablet: Adults 75-150 mg daily in 2 to 3 divided doses
Diclofenac SR Tablet: Adults 1 tablet daily, Children 1-3 mg/kg body wt. daily, Elderly patients lowest effective dosage recommended
Diclofenac Dispersible Tablet: Adults 2-3 tablets daily, maximum daily dose 150 mg, Children dose based on body weight
Diclofenac TR Capsule: One capsule daily, preferably after mealtimes
Diclofenac Suppository: Adults 50 mg suppository 2-3 times daily, maximum daily dose 150 mg
Diclofenac Injection: For adults usual dose is 1 ampoule daily, in serious cases may be increased up to 2 ampoules daily
Diclofenac Gel: For external use only, applied to the skin 3-4 times daily, rubbed in lightly

Interaction

Lithium and digoxin
Anticoagulants
Antidiabetic agents
Cyclosporin
Methotrexate
Quinolone antimicrobials
Other NSAIDs and steroids

Contraindications

Patients hypersensitive to any ingredient
Peptic ulcer
Hypersensitivity to Diclofenac
Asthmatic patients with asthma, urticaria, acute rhinitis precipitated by acetylsalicylic acid or other drugs with prostaglandin synthetase inhibitor. Not to be used under occlusive airtight dressings

Side Effects

Epigastric pain
Eructation
Nausea
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Headache
Peripheral edema
Skin reactions
Rash
Eczema
Local irritation
Reddening of the skin
Skin rash

Pregnancy & Lactation

Should be employed only for compelling reasons during pregnancy. Lowest effective dose should be used. Not recommended during the first trimester. Not recommended during lactation.

Precautions & Warnings

Close observation in patients with peptic ulceration or gastrointestinal bleeding
Close observation in patients of advanced age
Avoid contact with eyes or mucus membranes
Hand hygiene after application
Do not ingest

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