Description
Voltarol is used for treatment of Pain and inflammation due to injury to tendons, ligaments, muscle and joints, eg sprains, strains and bruises, muscle aches, backache, and arthritis. It may also be used to reduce fever. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

How to Use
Use Voltarol as directed by your doctor. To avoid stomach upset take Voltarol with a meal. Do not take magnesium–containing antacids while taking Voltarol.

Warnings/Precautions
Before taking Voltarol, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if you have allergies to medicines, if you are allergic to any ingredient in Voltarol, aspirin or other NSAID, if you have asthma, bone marrow depression, canker sores, or a hole, bleeding, or destruction of tissue in the stomach or intestines, or you are dehydrated, have porphyria, bleeding problems, lupus, heart disease, ulcer problems, or high blood pressure, or if you regularly consume more than 3 alcohol drinks a day, if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breast–feeding. Do not use Voltarol if you are pregnant. Avoid becoming pregnant while you are taking it. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor right away. It is known that Voltarol passes into breast milk. Do not breast–feed while taking Voltarol. Some medicines may interact with Voltarol. Therefore tell your doctor of all prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement that you are taking. Voltarol may cause you to become sunburned more easily. Avoid the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Voltarol. Use a sunscreen or wear protective clothing if you must be outside for more than a short time. Voltarol may affect your blood sugar. If you are a diabetic, check blood sugar levels closely. Ask your doctor before you change the dose of your diabetes medicine. Lab tests, including complete blood cell counts, liver function tests, and electrolytes, may be performed while you use Voltarol. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments. Voltarol should not be used in children. Safety and effectiveness in children have not been confirmed.

Missed Dose
If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Possible Side Effects
Some of the possible side effects are – diarrhea, dizziness, drowsiness, gas, headache, indigestion, nausea, stomach pain, swelling, upset stomach, vomiting. Contact your doctor if any of these or other side effects occur. If you experience any of the following serious side effects, you should seek medical attention immediately – allergic reactions (rash, hives, itching, difficulty breathing, tightness in the chest, swelling of the mouth, face, lips or tongue), black, tarry stools, bleeding and ulcers in the stomach and intestines, dark urine, fever, heart failure, increase in asthma attacks, increased liver injury, loss of appetite, severe diarrhea, sore throat, trouble breathing, unusual bleeding or bruising, vaginal bleeding after menopause, vision or hearing problems, vomit that looks like coffee grounds, weight loss, yellowing of the skin or eyes.

Storage
Store Voltarol at 77 °F (25 °C). Store away from heat, moisture and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Voltarol out of the reach of children.

Overdose
If overdose is suspected seek medical attention immediately. Some of the symptoms of Voltarol overdose are – confusion, convulsions, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, dizziness, drowsiness, fever, lightheadedness, nausea, sleepiness, stomach pain, tremor, unusually fast or slow heartbeat.

More Information
Voltarol may cause dizziness. These effects may worsen if Voltarol is taken with alcohol or certain other medications. Use Voltarol with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to this drug. If your symptoms do not improve or if they worsen, contact your doctor. Voltarol should be used only by the patient for whom it has been prescribed. Do not take less or more or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

Disclaimer
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