Question 1

is voltaren (diclofenac) a narcotic?

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Voltaren (diclofenac): Voltaren (diclofenac) is a non steroidal anti inflammatory drug which can be taken orally.  A topical cream is available.  It is not a narcotic, but may be very effective for skeletal pain relief.

Question 2

what is voltaren (diclofenac)?

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Diclofenac: Voltaren is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication.  In pill form, it is used to treat inflammation (arthritis, muscle injuries, sprains, strains, etc.)  a topical gel form is also available for the treatment of arthritis.  Voltaren also comes as an eye drop, also to reduce inflammation (commonly after cornea or cataract surgery).  The generic name for voltaren is diclofenac.

Question 3

what is voltaren (diclofenac) used for?

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Voltaren (diclofenac): Voltaren (diclofenac) Gel is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory  medication used to treat joint pain from osteoarthritis.

Question 4

side effects of voltaren (diclofenac) ?

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Depends: Most common side effects when using voltaren (diclofenac) drops:
burning or stinging; change in tear production; discharge; eye redness, irritation, or itching.

Question 5

how can  voltaren (diclofenac) gel work?

Accepted Answer

Pain relief: It is a topical version of the anti-inflammatory diclofenac.  It is a topical anti-inflammatory drug.

Question 6

do people abuse voltaren (diclofenac) xr?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: Voltaren (diclofenac) is a non-steroidal pain reliever that is not a narcotic.  Not usually an abused drug.

Question 7

can voltaren (diclofenac) cause headaches?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Interestingly, voltaren (diclofenac) or any type of analgesic (pain medicine) can cause the symptom it is taken to treat! some headaches are rebound headaches caused by regular use of pain meds 3-4 days a week. Also some allergies or advers effect  to drugs can be headache.

Question 8

what is voltaren (diclofenac) gel used for?

Accepted Answer

Arthritis: Voltaren (diclofenac) gel is indicated for Osteoarthritis of joints.  It is generally used for knee arthritis but can also be used for ankles, feet, elbows, wrists and hands.

Question 9

could i take voltaren (diclofenac) and ativan?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Shouldn't b a problem.

Question 10

can i get an prescription for voltaren injection?

Accepted Answer

Medication request: Medications are provided when medically needed. Maybe you should get a consultation from a doctor

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