This active ingredient is in Voltaren Dolo
Voltaren Dolo contains the active ingredient diclofenac. It is a substance from the group of non-steriodal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). The drug inhibits the effect of special tissue hormones (so-called prostaglandins). These are significantly involved in the development of inflammatory processes, fever and the mediation of pain. Thus, Voltaren Dolo supports the healing process in inflammation and relieves pain.
When is Voltaren Dolo used?
The drug is used to treat mild to moderate-severe pain of the musculoskeletal system. It can also be used for degenerative joint and spinal diseases (arthrosis and spondyloarthrosis) and because of its anti-inflammatory effect Voltaren Dolo also helps with fever.
What are the side effects of Voltaren Dolo?
The side effects of Voltaren Dolo are highly dependent on the dosage and duration of taking the drug, as well as the physical condition of the patient. Symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, and gastrointestinal bleeding are very commonly observed.
Occasionally, edema (swelling due to fluid retention) is also observed, especially in patients with high blood pressure or impaired kidney function. For other side effects, please refer to the package leaflet.
What you should be aware of when using Voltaren Dolo
Voltaren Dolo film-coated tablets as a dosage form must not be used:
- in the case of unexplained blood coagulation and blood formation disorders
- in the case of known allergies to the active substance contained in the tablets and other components of the medicine
- in the case of gastric/duodenal ulcers that are present or have occurred in the past
- if blood has been noticed in the stool
- severe kidney and liver diseases
- known severe heart failure (congestive heart failure)
- in the last three months of pregnancy
Special care should be taken if:
- Digoxin (a heart-strengthening drug)
- lithium and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (antidepressants)
- concomitant use of glucocorticoids and drugs from the NSAID group
- concomitant use of platelet aggregation inhibitors (e.g. ASA)
- reduced effect of antihypertensive and anturethral drugs
The use of Voltaren Dolo should not last longer than four days. In case of prolonged or persistent pain, the causes should be clarified with a doctor.
Overdose
Symptoms of overdose include central nervous system disorders (headache, dizziness, hyperventilation, impaired consciousness), gastrointestinal tract disorders (nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, bleeding) or liver and kidney dysfunction.
Pregnancy and lactation
Voltaren Dolo should also be used with special caution during pregnancy and lactation. In the first six months, the preparation should be taken only in exceptional cases, since the active substance can negatively influence the development of the embryo. In the last third of pregnancy, the drug should be discontinued, as it can lead to complications during childbirth.
The drug may enter breast milk in small amounts. However, negative effects on the infant in short-term use have not been reported so far. Nevertheless, in case of long-term or high-dose use, you should consult your doctor.
Voltaren Dolo can be obtained without prescription from all pharmacies by adults and adolescents 14 years and older.
Complete information about this drug
Here you can find the complete information about the drug as a download (PDF).
