Preparations of Voltaren. Instructions for use

"Voltaren" is a nonsteroidal drug that has analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic properties. At the heart of its action is the substance diclofenac, which inhibits the biosynthesis of prostaglandins. On the Russian market of medicines, you can find a whole range of drugs based on it. For example, pharmaceuticals "Diclofenac Acry", "Diklogen" and so on. Next, we describe the effect of ointments and other forms of release of the drug, called "Voltaren."

Voltaren. Instructions for use . Indications for admission

This drug is prescribed for diseases of rheumatic nature, pains in the spine, ankylosing spondylitis, gout, rheumatoid arthritis. Also, "Voltaren" is used for pain, gynecological diseases, causing inflammation and pain, inflammation and swelling of the joints and soft tissues that result from injuries.

Voltaren. Instructions for use . Forms of release

The preparation "Voltaren" is produced in several forms - gel (ointment, cream), tablets, solution for injections and suppositories. Tablets are prescribed most often to relieve primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation). In this case, not only does the pain disappear, but the bleeding also decreases.

Candles "Voltaren" are used, as it is strange to sound, for the treatment of migraine attacks. Also, suppositories can reduce moderate and severe pain of non-rheumatic origin, if used in combination with Voltaren tablets.

Ointment, cream and gel are used for topical application directly on the skin area, which is as close as possible to the epicenter of pain syndrome. With renal and hepatic colic, this drug is administered in the form of intramuscular injections.

The method of application of the drug "Voltaren" (ointment) instruction defines as follows: from 2 to 4 grams of ointment is applied to the painful area and rubbed with cautious, soft movements. After applying the ointment, you should wash your hands well.

Voltaren. Instructions for use . Contraindications

Do not use the drug "Voltaren" with hypersensitivity. Also, the drug is contraindicated for children under 6 years. Ointment and gel do not use if the integrity of the skin is broken. It is necessary to use this remedy with caution in case of violations of blood coagulability, hepatic porphyria, erosion-ulcerative lesions of the gastrointestinal tract, in old age, during pregnancy (third trimester), and during lactation.

Voltaren. Instructions for use . Side effects

Side effects of the drug "Voltaren" are manifested in the form of vomiting, nausea, stomach pain, flatulence, bad stool, bleeding, ulcerative lesions in the digestive system, impaired appetite. There may also occur inflammation in the mouth and throat and toxic hepatitis.

From the side of the cardiovascular system, tachycardia, hypertension, and chest pain can occur.

For the nervous system, the use of the "Voltaren" medication can result in a deterioration in orientation in space, headaches, dizziness, sleep and memory disturbances, a violation of taste sensations, and the appearance of depression.

The use of the Voltaren ointment can affect the skin condition: probably the appearance of eczema, photosensitivity, contact dermatitis (swelling, hyperemia, peeling, papular-vesicular rashes), multiforme exudative erythema. Also, allergic reactions are possible - hives, skin rash, angioedema, itching and burning of the skin, anaphylactic shock.

There may also be a side effect of the "Voltaren" medication on the senses - vision may decrease, there may be diplopia (double vision in the eyes), scotoma (these are small areas in the field of vision where vision is weakened or absent, and on all sides such areas are surrounded by the area of normal Vision). It is also possible to reduce hearing and the appearance of noise in the ears.

When the drug is overdosed, if it is used for a long time, or if ointment is applied to large areas, systemic side effects occur due to the absorption of this agent into the blood.

Use the drug "Voltaren" can only be prescribed by the doctor - the dosage and the treatment regimen are specified on an individual basis.