What is Voltanac used for?
VOLTANEC-PR is indicated for relief from severe pain and inflammation in Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Low back pain, Dental pain, Gynaecological pain and painful & Inflammatory conditions of ear, nose & throat.
What is Paracetamol 500mg?
The name of your medicine is Paracetamol 500mg Tablets (called paracetamol throughout this leaflet). This medicine contains paracetamol. It belongs to a group of medicines called analgesics (painkillers) and is used to treat pain (including headache, toothache, back and period pain) and cold or flu symptoms.
Does Voltaren really work?
However, its effects are limited because it is in topical form and because it uses sodium salt for its base. Unfortunately, Voltaren gel will only be a TEMPORARY solution. It will never lower uric acid. Hence, you can never expect that it will cure your gout.
How safe is Voltaren?
To make sure Voltaren is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have: heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, or if you smoke; a history of heart attack, stroke, or blood clot; a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding; asthma; liver or kidney disease; fluid retention.
Does Voltaren work immediately?
“ Voltaren works fairly quickly – within a week – but the pill works quicker,” says Dr. Altman. And taking a pill would be a lot easier for someone who has multiple joints affected by arthritis, he says. You also have to make sure you don’t exceed the total recommended dosage by slathering it on multiple joints.
How often to use Voltaren?
Adults—Apply to affected skin area 2 times a day. Children—Use and dose must be determined by your doctor. Adults—Apply 2 grams (g) to the affected skin areas four times a day (a total of 8 g each day). However, the total dose should not exceed 32 g per day over all affected joints. Use the enclosed dosing card to measure the appropriate dose.