Generic for Voltaren for Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis - Drug Information

Generic Name - Diclofenac

Category - Anti-Inflammatory drug

Indications

Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
Generic Voltaren is indicated to relieve the pain, tenderness, inflammation (swelling), and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis.

Generic for Voltaren Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Voltaren is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Voltaren should not be taken by patients who have a history of th

Generic for Voltaren Dosage

The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericVoltaren
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Voltaren for mild to moderate pain is 100 to 150 mg/day. In case of generic Voltaren Delayed-Release 50 mg b.i.d. or t.i.d the recommended dosage for chronic therapy is 100 mg q.d.

Generic for Voltaren Adverse Effects

Some of the most serious Generic Voltaren side Effects include signs of bleeding - bruising, pinpoint red spots on the skin, black tarry stools, blood in the urine, unusual tiredness or weakness, vomiting blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds,
Signs of an allergic reaction - difficulty breathing or wheezing and skin rash.

This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Voltaren.

Generic for Voltaren and Pregnancy

Studies do not indicate whether Generic Voltaren is likely to cause any harm to the growing fetus. Do talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant before taking Genric Voltaren.

Generic for Voltaren and Breastfeeding

Generic Voltaren passes into breast milk. Do discuss with your doctor before using generic Voltaren if you are breast feeding your baby.

Generic for Voltaren and Pediatric

It is especially important that you discuss with the child's doctor the good that Generic Voltaren may do as well as the risks of using it in pediatric patients.

Generic for Voltaren and Geriatric

In the absence of specific information comparing use of Generic Voltaren in the elderly with use in other age groups, it is best to consult your doctor and seek opinion.

Note

The above information about Generic Voltaren serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist befor