Question 1

is diclofenac (catiflan and voltaren-xr) prescription drug?

Accepted Answer

Diclofenac: Yes, your pcp can discuss it with you.

Question 2

i have already seen a doctor about this, but there is no improvement. sitting is causing exceptional pain around my tailbone and lower back. i have been on norflex and voltaren for several days, and the medication is not helping the condition at all.
what

Accepted Answer

Call your doctor: I do not know what your doctor saw but call him and may need some steroids or a physical therapy consult.In addition for your tailbone get a donut pillow to sit on should help.

Question 3

i had a c-section about a week ago and was advised that i can occasionally take a spoon of liquid paraffin to assist with constipation and healing, will this have any effect the medication i'm currently taking (synaleve & voltaren 100 suppositories)?

Accepted Answer

Stool softener: liquid paraffin like mineral oil is a substance that is occasionally prescribed for constipation. One of the biggest drawbacks, though, is that it can interfere with absorption of other medications and nutrients. A better option would be a stool softener which attracts water molecules to the stool to make it softer and easier to pass. You will also have less anal leakage with the stool softener.

Question 4

flu signs for 4 weeks. mono-negative. finished zinnat. doc gave voltaren, (diclofenac) amoxycillin and flagyl.  red, sore throat recurs after medication ends. why?

Accepted Answer

Abscess?: For the purpose of this interaction, I'm assuming, by "flu symptoms" you mean fever, chills, fatigue etc.  In my experience, recurring sore throat and "flu symptoms" could indicate an abscess which are kept under control, but not completely eradicated, by antibiotics.  See your doctor again and, if necessary, get a referral to an Ear, Nose &amp; Throat doctor.

Question 5

what are the below drugs used for? 1) famotab 20 tab; 2) voltaren (diclofenac) 50mg & 3) vit b1612? thanks!

Accepted Answer

INTERESTING MIX: Famtab is Famotidine for ulcers or to reduce stomach acid. Voltaren is an non-steroidal antiinflammatory agent and B12 helps with a lot of things like anemia and nervous system. Vitamin b6 (pyridoxine) is required for the synthesis of the neurotransmitters serotonin and norepinephrine. And for myelin formation.

Question 6

what are alternatives drugs for a patient with chronic inflammation who is allergic to voltaren (diclofenac)?

Accepted Answer

NSAID allergy: Voltaren (diclofenac) is a member of the group of anti-inflammatory medications called non-steroidals.  Some patients with reactions to these react to several of them, and some react only to a particular one. People who react to many can usually still receive a medication called trilisate or choline magnesium trisalicylate. It does not cross-react with Aspirin or other nsaids. Steroids can also be used.

Question 7

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 8

what is voltaren (diclofenac)?

Accepted Answer

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 9

what is voltaren (diclofenac) used for?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

can children take voltaren (diclofenac)?

Accepted Answer

Voltaren (diclofenac): Do not give Voltaren (diclofenac) suppositories to children less than 5 years.

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Is diclofenac (catiflan and voltaren-xr) prescription drug?

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I have already seen a doctor about this, but there is no improvement. sitting is causing exceptional pain around my tailbone and lower back. i have been on norflex and voltaren for several days, and the medication is not helping the condition at all. what

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I had a c-section about a week ago and was advised that i can occasionally take a spoon of liquid paraffin to assist with constipation and healing, will this have any effect the medication i'm currently taking (synaleve & voltaren 100 suppositories)?

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Flu signs for 4 weeks. mono-negative. finished zinnat. doc gave voltaren, (diclofenac) amoxycillin and flagyl. red, sore throat recurs after medication ends. why?

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What are the below drugs used for? 1) famotab 20 tab; 2) voltaren (diclofenac) 50mg & 3) vit b1612? thanks!

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What are alternatives drugs for a patient with chronic inflammation who is allergic to voltaren (diclofenac)?

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