Voltral (50Mg) 20 Enteric Coated Tablets

Overview

Voltral 50mg Enteric Coated Tablets are an oral pain and inflammation medicine commonly used for conditions involving swelling, stiffness, tenderness and musculoskeletal discomfort. The product is supplied as a pack of 20 enteric coated tablets, usually arranged as 2 strips of 10 tablets. Voltral is associated with diclofenac sodium, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, also known as an NSAID.

The enteric coating is designed to help the tablet pass through the stomach before dissolving further along the digestive tract. This does not remove the risk of stomach irritation, bleeding or ulceration, but it may help reduce direct stomach exposure compared with some non-coated preparations. Tablets should be swallowed whole and not crushed, split or chewed unless a healthcare professional specifically advises otherwise.

Benefits

• May help reduce pain and tenderness
• May help reduce inflammation and swelling
• May support improved comfort in muscle, joint or soft tissue pain
• Enteric coated tablet designed to be swallowed whole

Key Features

• 50mg strength
• Enteric coated tablets
• Pack of 20 tablets
• Oral NSAID pain and inflammation medicine
• Commonly used for musculoskeletal and inflammatory pain when suitable

Dosage and How to Use

• How to use: Swallow the enteric coated tablet whole with water. Do not crush, chew or break it unless advised by a healthcare professional.
• Administration: Oral administration; swallow whole with water.
• Recommended dose: Use exactly as prescribed or as directed on the approved product label. Do not exceed the advised dose or duration.
• Adult dose: Dose varies by condition and patient risk profile; follow the prescriber’s instructions.
• Pediatric use: Use in children only under medical supervision and according to an age-appropriate prescription.
• Elderly use: Elderly patients may have a higher risk of stomach bleeding, kidney problems and cardiovascular effects; use only under medical advice.
• When to take: Take at the time advised by a doctor or pharmacist. Taking with or after food may help reduce stomach discomfort.
• With food: May be taken with or after food to reduce stomach irritation, unless otherwise directed.
• Missed dose: If a dose is missed, take it when remembered unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Do not take two doses together.
• Overdose: In case of overdose, seek urgent medical help or contact a poison control or emergency service immediately.

Specifications

Side Effects

Common side effects

• Indigestion
• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Constipation
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Rash
• Fluid retention

Serious side effects (seek medical help)

• Gastrointestinal bleeding
• Black stools
• Vomiting blood
• Severe allergic reaction
• Chest pain
• Shortness of breath
• Sudden weakness or speech difficulty
• Yellowing of skin or eyes
• Reduced urination
• Severe skin reaction

Allergic reaction

Stop use and seek urgent help if swelling of the face or throat, breathing difficulty, severe rash, wheezing or collapse occurs.

Safety and Precautions

• Do not use if allergic to diclofenac, aspirin or other NSAIDs.
• May increase the risk of stomach bleeding or ulceration.
• May worsen kidney, liver, heart or blood pressure problems in susceptible patients.
• Avoid combining with other NSAIDs unless medically advised.
• Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest suitable duration.
• Tell a healthcare professional about all medicines and medical conditions before use.
• Monitor for stomach pain, black stools, breathing difficulty, swelling or rash.
• Avoid alcohol because it may increase gastrointestinal bleeding risk.

When not to use

Known hypersensitivity to diclofenac or NSAIDs | History of aspirin or NSAID-induced asthma, urticaria or allergic reaction | Active or recurrent peptic ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding | Severe heart failure | Severe liver or kidney disease | Late pregnancy unless specifically directed by a specialist

Special populations

• Pregnancy: Use during pregnancy only on medical advice. NSAIDs such as diclofenac are generally avoided in later pregnancy due to fetal and maternal risks.
• Breastfeeding: Breastfeeding users should consult a healthcare professional before use to assess suitability and duration.
• Fertility: NSAIDs may temporarily affect female fertility in some users; discuss use with a healthcare professional if trying to conceive.
• Liver: Use with caution in liver disease. Seek medical advice before use and report yellowing of skin, dark urine or persistent nausea.
• Kidney: NSAIDs can worsen kidney function, especially in dehydration, kidney disease, elderly patients or those taking diuretics, ACE inhibitors or ARBs.
• Heart: NSAIDs may increase fluid retention, blood pressure and cardiovascular risk in susceptible patients. Use with medical advice if you have heart disease or hypertension.
• Driving: Avoid driving or operating machinery if dizziness, drowsiness or visual disturbance occurs.
• Alcohol: Avoid alcohol because it may increase the risk of stomach irritation, ulceration and bleeding.

Interactions

Drugs:

• Other NSAIDs
• Aspirin
• Warfarin and other anticoagulants
• Antiplatelet medicines
• Corticosteroids
• SSRIs
• Lithium
• Methotrexate
• Ciclosporin
• Tacrolimus
• Diuretics
• ACE inhibitors
• Angiotensin receptor blockers
• Some blood pressure medicines

Food:

• Food may reduce stomach upset. Avoid alcohol due to increased gastrointestinal risk.

Conditions:

• Peptic ulcer disease
• Asthma sensitive to NSAIDs
• Kidney disease
• Liver disease
• Heart failure
• Hypertension
• History of stroke or heart attack
• Bleeding disorders

Storage and Disposal

• Store in the original pack, protected from moisture, direct sunlight and excessive heat.
• Store at room temperature unless the product pack states otherwise.
• Keep out of reach and sight of children.
• Do not use expired tablets. Dispose of unused medicine safely according to local pharmacy guidance.

Disclaimer

This information is for educational and product-listing purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before use and follow the approved label or prescription directions.