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Wats voltren retard actually used for? i usually hav wrists or ankle pains so i ws prescribed thia but have neva tried it. wats d medication actually

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Inflammatory : Voltaren (diclofenac sodium) is a non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It is indicated for arthritis. It comes in pill for or in a topical gel formulation.

Answered 5/10/2014

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