Voltagel Ointment 50gm

Side Effects of Voltagel Ointment

Nausea, headache, dizziness, vomiting, flatulence, constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain, dyspepsia, gastrointestinal bleeding, gastrointestinal ulcer, rash, application site irritation, and injection site pain may occur.

Important Considerations:

• Take diclofenac with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
• Follow the prescribed dose and duration of treatment to avoid serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
• Diclofenac may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or visual disturbances. Use caution when driving or operating heavy machinery.
• Avoid alcohol consumption while taking diclofenac to reduce the risk of stomach problems and excessive drowsiness.
• Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
• Regular monitoring of kidney function, liver function, and blood components may be necessary for long-term treatment.

Effectiveness and Duration:

• Voltagel Ointment may start showing its effect within 1 hour of taking it.
• The effects of Voltagel Ointment typically last for an average duration of 8 hours.

Alcohol Consumption:

• Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while taking Voltagel Ointment due to the increased risk of side effects such as severe stomach and intestinal bleeding, dizziness, fatigue, weakness, rashes, nausea, joint pain, fever, jaundice, etc.

Habit Formation:

• Voltagel Ointmentt does not have a habit-forming tendency.

Dosage:

• Take Voltagel Ointment with food to avoid an upset stomach, and follow the prescribed dose and duration recommended by your doctor.
• Long-term use may lead to complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney disease.

Missed Dose and Overdose:

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Do not double the dose to make up for a missed one.
• Never take more than the prescribed dose. Seek immediate medical guidance if you suspect an overdose.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding:

• Voltagel Ointment is not recommended during pregnancy as it may cause miscarriage or affect the development of the fetus. Discuss all potential benefits and risks with your doctor before starting the therapy.
• Voltagel Ointment may pass into breast milk in small amounts. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Interactions:

• Voltagel Ointment may interact with medications such as methotrexate, ramipril, apixaban, ketorolac, and cyclosporine, among others.
• Individuals with kidney or liver disease should be monitored regularly while using Voltagel Ointment.

Contraindications

• Avoid taking Voltagel Ointment if you have a known allergy to this medicine or if you have peptic ulcer disease, as it may cause stomach bleeding and worsen your condition.
• It is not recommended for use before, during, or after coronary artery bypass graft surgery or in NSAID-induced asthma.

Warnings:

• Use Voltagel Ointment with caution if you have any heart problems or a history of gastrointestinal diseases, and inform your doctor immediately if you develop skin allergies or water retention.
• Voltagel Ointment may cause drowsiness or dizziness. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machinery if you experience these symptoms.

Storage Conditions

Store between 20-25° C.