Volflam Plus is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. The alternative uses of Volflam Plus have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Volflam Plus. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Volflam Plus include Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Volflam Plus can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Volflam Plus are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Volflam Plus is Mild for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Volflam Plus has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Volflam Plus related warnings section.
Volflam Plus can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Volflam Plus in conditions like Asthma, Kidney Disease, Heart Attack.
Drug interactions for Volflam Plus have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Volflam Plus, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Volflam Plus is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Volflam Plus is used -
Common
Is the use of Volflam Plus safe for pregnant women?
Volflam Plus has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Volflam Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Volflam Plus as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Volflam Plus on the Kidneys?
Volflam Plus may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Volflam Plus on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Volflam Plus. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Volflam Plus on the Heart?
Volflam Plus may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Volflam Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Volflam Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Volflam Plus habit forming or addictive?
Volflam Plus is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Volflam Plus as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Volflam Plus is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Volflam Plus is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Volflam Plus
It is safe to take Volflam Plus with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Volflam Plus
Information about the interaction of Volflam Plus and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Take Volflam Plus as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
No, Volflam Plus does not cause sleepiness because prescribed Volflam Plus has no effect on the central nervous system but an overdose of medication may lead to sleepiness, loss of consciousness, seizures, and mild depression.
Yes, you can take Volflam Plus for a headache. This drug blocks the pain sensitizing mechanism induced by bradykinin (an inflammatory mediator).
Yes, Volflam Plus is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed such as epigastric pain (stomach pain), nausea, headache, dizziness, rashes, gastric ulceration, and bleeding are less common.
Volflam Plus is a brand name of diclofenac. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs). It is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, bursitis, ankylosing spondylitis, toothache, dysmenorrhoea, renal colic, post-traumatic disorder and post-operative inflammatory conditions which affords quick relief from pain and wounds and edema (swelling).
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