Volsaid Retard

What is it?

An NSAID and phenylacetic acid available as sustained-release tablets in 2 strengths, both containing diclofenac; triangular, white, contain 75mg marked DIC 75; red, contain 100mg marked DIC 100.

Medical Uses

Musculo-skeletal disorders, ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, acute gout.

Dosage

Adults, 75mg once or twice each day or 100mg once each day.

Special Care

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

Avoid Use

Children, stomach ulcer, allergy or asthma caused by NSAID or aspirin.

Possible Drug and Food Interactions

Oral hypoglycaemics, diuretics, methotrexate, quinolones, steroids, other NSAIDs, digoxin, cyclosporin, salicylates, anticoagulants, lithium.

Known Side Effects

Headache, stomach pain, gastrointestinal upset, fluid retention. In rare cases, stomach ulcer, skin reactions, blood changes, disorders of liver and kidney function.