Voltaren
Formulated to alleviate pain and to target inflammatory pathways to support the reduction of joint stiffness and swelling.
- Category
- Pain Management
- Active ingredient
- Diclofenac
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 50 · 100mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
Prescription rules on Voltaren vary by country.
Voltaren details
- Conditions
- Rheumatoid Arthritis · Osteoarthritis · Acute Musculoskeletal Pain
- Alternative names
- Voltarol
- Therapeutic class
- Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID)
- Pharmacological class
- Phenylacetic Acid Derivative
- Known off-label uses
- migraine
- Contraindications
- history of gastrointestinal bleeding; active peptic ulcer; severe heart failure
- Minor side effects
- dyspepsia; nausea; headache
- Moderate side effects
- diarrhoea; fluid retention; elevated liver enzymes
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist-supplied medicine; local rules apply
- Originator
- Novartis
- Onset Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 4–8 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 30°C.
- Drug interactions
- aspirin; warfarin; lithium
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children under 12.
Precautions and warnings
take with food to minimize gastric irritation; monitor renal function in long-term use; avoid use if asthmatic symptoms worsen
Serious side effects
gastrointestinal haemorrhage, requires immediate medical attention; myocardial infarction, requires immediate medical attention; anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
formulated to alleviate pain and to target inflammatory pathways to support the reduction of joint stiffness and swelling.
Mechanism of action
Voltaren inhibits the cyclooxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2) enzymes. These enzymes are responsible for the production of prostaglandins, which are key chemical mediators of pain, inflammation, and fever.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Contraindicated during the third trimester. Use only with medical advice during early pregnancy.
What you will receive
Voltaren 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 Voltaren.
- 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.
Registration in Singapore and Malaysia
- Singapore
- Malaysia
About Voltaren
Voltaren is a well-known brand of diclofenac, an active ingredient widely used to manage symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and acute musculoskeletal pain. This medication is also available under the brand name Voltarol. It comes as a tablet with available strengths of 50mg and 100mg.
Buying Voltaren online
Voltaren is registered across 14 markets including Indonesia, Taiwan and South Korea, with availability also in Japan, the UAE and Singapore. It remains one of the most frequently ordered anti-inflammatory products for residents across the region. For expats and those situated far from major urban medical centres, ordering online is a practical solution. Generic diclofenac, largely manufactured in India, is significantly more affordable than the original brand while offering similar results.