Volraman

What is it?

An NSAID and phenylacetic acid, available as enteric-coated, orange tablets in 2 strengths containing 25mg and 50mg of diclofenac sodium.

Medical Uses

Pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic juvenile arthritis, gout, musculo-skeletal disorders, dental and orthopaedic pain resulting from surgery.

Dosage

Adults, 75 to 150mg each day in 2 or 3 divided doses after food. Children, 1 to 3mg per kg of body weight each day in divided doses.

Special Care

Pregnancy, elderly, breastfeeding, elderly, impaired kidney, liver or heart function, previous ulceration in gastrointestinal tract, porphyria (inherited metabolic disorder involving porphyrins), blood abnormalities. Patients being treated long-term should receive monitoring.

Possible Drug and Food Interactions

Steroids, digoxin, methotrexate, other NSAIDs, salicylates, quinolones, anticoagulants, antidiabetics, antihypertensives, cyclosporin, diuretics, lithium.

Known Side Effects

Headache, gastrointestinal upset, fluid retention. In rare cases, liver and kidney disorders, blood changes, skin effects, stomach ulcer.

Manufacturer

Eastern.