Voltarol
Diclofenac at the single 100mg tablet strength, used for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. A cyclooxygenase inhibitor.
- Category
- Pain Management
- Active ingredient
- Diclofenac
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 100mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Voltarol on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Osteoarthritis · Rheumatoid Arthritis · Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Alternative names
- Dicloflex; Flamrase; Motifene
- Therapeutic class
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAID)
- Pharmacological class
- NSAID
- Minor side effects
- nausea; diarrhoea; headache; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
- peripheral oedema; elevated liver enzymes; dyspepsia; flatulence
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Novartis
- Onset time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 4–8 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C, away from sunlight and moisture.
- Drug interactions
- Alcohol; Warfarin; Lithium; Methotrexate
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children and adolescents under 14 years.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to diclofenac; history of gastrointestinal bleeding; severe heart failure; severe hepatic impairment; severe renal impairment
Precautions and warnings
use with caution in patients with hypertension; caution in elderly patients; monitor for gastrointestinal symptoms; avoid in patients with established ischaemic heart disease
Serious side effects
gastrointestinal haemorrhage, requires immediate medical attention; anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention; myocardial infarction, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Diclofenac at the single 100mg tablet strength, used for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. A cyclooxygenase inhibitor.
Mechanism of action
Voltarol works by inhibiting the cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, which are responsible for the production of prostaglandins. By reducing prostaglandin levels, it helps to mitigate inflammation, pain, and fever, providing targeted relief for various joint and muscle conditions.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Not recommended, especially during the third trimester. Breastfeeding: Use with caution; consult a healthcare professional.
Voltarol is an established brand of diclofenac, a medication used to manage the symptoms of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. The same active ingredient is also sold under other names including Dicloflex, Flamrase and Motifene, supplied as a 100mg tablet by Novartis.
Buying Voltarol online
Generic diclofenac, much of it made in India, serves as a far more affordable alternative to the original brand for daily management.
Will I receive the original Voltarol?
No. Voltarol is the originator brand name, made by Novartis, and Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (diclofenac) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
What is the price of Voltarol?
Voltarol comes in a 100mg strength, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
Is Voltarol sold under other names?
Other brands of diclofenac include Dicloflex, Flamrase and Motifene. On Yasabai the same ingredient comes as Voltaren, Voveran, Voveran SR and Voltaren SR.
What conditions is Voltarol used for?
Voltarol contains diclofenac, used for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Voltarol works by inhibiting the cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, which are responsible for the production of prostaglandins.
How quickly does Voltarol work?
Diclofenac usually starts to work within 30 to 60 minutes, and its effect lasts about 4 to 8 hours. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
Does Voltarol have side effects?
Yes. The common side effects of diclofenac are nausea, diarrhoea, headache and dizziness. Less common ones include peripheral oedema, elevated liver enzymes, dyspepsia and flatulence. Serious but less common side effects include gastrointestinal haemorrhage, anaphylaxis and myocardial infarction, which need urgent medical attention.
Can I drink alcohol with Voltarol?
Alcohol can interact with diclofenac, so check with a doctor or pharmacist before you drink while taking Voltarol. It can also interact with warfarin, lithium and methotrexate.
Do I need a prescription to buy Voltarol in Thailand?
No. In Thailand diclofenac is sold by pharmacists without a prescription, and Yasabai does not ask for one either. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I get Voltarol delivered in Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Voltarol is the originator brand name, made by Novartis. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Novartis and do not ship the original Voltarol.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Diclofenac) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.