Voltaren Tablets/ Ampoules/ Suppositories
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 20 May 2025
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Inflammatory and degenerative rheumatism, pain relief.
Dosage (summary)
Initial: 100-150 mg daily; max: 150 mg. Adjust for elderly.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 15-30 mins, Duration: up to 24 hours.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Contraindicated in third trimester; avoid during breastfeeding.
Key Drug Interactions
- Lithium
- Digoxin
- Anticoagulants
- SSRIs
Contraindications
- Gastrointestinal ulceration
- Hypersensitivity
- Porphyria
- Severe cardiac failure
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Headache
Counselling Points
- Take with water, not crushed
- Monitor for GI symptoms
- Report unusual bleeding
Serious warnings
- GI bleeding risk
- Cardiovascular events
- Fluid retention
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