Voltaren Sr
Utilized to manage musculoskeletal pain and inflammation, this treatment is indicated to alleviate discomfort associated with chronic joint conditions and improve physical mobility.
- Category
- Pain Management
- Active ingredient
- Diclofenac
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Modified-release tablet
- Strengths
- 100mg
Voltaren Sr details
- Conditions
- Rheumatoid Arthritis · Osteoarthritis · Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Alternative names
- Voltarol
- Therapeutic class
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAID)
- Pharmacological class
- NSAID
- Minor side effects
- headache; dizziness; nausea; flatulence; diarrhoea
- Moderate side effects
- peripheral oedema; elevated liver enzymes; insomnia
- Dosage forms
- Modified-release tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Novartis
- Onset Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C, away from sunlight and moisture.
- Drug interactions
- warfarin; aspirin; lithium; ciclosporin
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children under 12 years of age.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to diclofenac; active peptic ulcer; severe heart failure; history of gastrointestinal bleeding
Precautions and warnings
may increase cardiovascular risk; use with caution in elderly patients; monitor renal function during long-term treatment
Serious side effects
gastrointestinal haemorrhage, requires immediate medical attention; anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention; stevens-johnson syndrome, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Utilized to manage musculoskeletal pain and inflammation, this treatment is indicated to alleviate discomfort associated with chronic joint conditions and improve physical mobility.
Mechanism of action
This medication functions by inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandins, which are chemicals in the body responsible for inflammation, pain, and fever. By blocking the enzymes that produce these substances, it helps reduce pain and swelling effectively.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Use is not recommended, especially during the third trimester. Breastfeeding: Small amounts may pass into breast milk; consult your doctor for personalized advice.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Voltaren Sr
Voltaren Sr is a brand of diclofenac used to manage the symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis and Ankylosing Spondylitis. The medication is also sold under the brand name Voltarol and is supplied as a 100mg tablet.
Buying Voltaren Sr online
Voltaren Sr is registered across 13 markets including Taiwan, South Korea and Japan, with availability also in the UAE, Singapore and Hong Kong. It is one of the most ordered medications across the region. Choosing generic diclofenac, much of which is made in India, provides a far more affordable alternative to the original brand for expats and people living far from a well stocked pharmacy.