You should not use diclofenac if you are allergic to it, or if you have ever had an asthma attack or severe allergic reaction after taking aspirin or an NSAID. Diclofenac can affect ovulation and it may be harder to get pregnant while you are using this medicine.
Older adults may be at greater risk for stomach/intestinal bleeding, kidney problems, heart attack, and stroke while using this drug. Before using this medication, women of childbearing age should talk with their doctor(s) about the benefits and risks.
Because it's an NSAID, Voltaren has a boxed warning (the FDA's most serious warning) about the risk of severe stomach and intestinal side effects, such as ulcers and bleeding.
It's best to talk to your healthcare provider before taking diclofenac with blood pressure medications. NSAIDs, like diclofenac, can raise your blood pressure. This can make it harder for blood pressure medications to work effectively, especially if you take diclofenac regularly.
For most people, Voltaren (diclofenac ) gel is safe when used as instructed. However, some people should not use this medication due to its potentially serious side effects. Therefore, you should consult with a healthcare provider before adding this medication to your treatment plan.
Voltaren may interact with antidepressants, blood thinners, cyclosporine, isoniazid, lithium, methotrexate, pronbenecid, rifampin, secobarbital, sertraline, sulfamethoxazole, teniposide, zafirlukast, diuretics (water pills), steroids, antifungal medications, aspirin or other NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ...
Downsides
Water retention, headache, constipation, and nausea. Stomach-related side effects such as indigestion, belching, heartburn, and bleeding. People of older age, taking other medicines that affect the stomach, or who drink more than 3 glasses of alcohol per day may be more at risk.
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is often the pain reliever of choice for people with high blood pressure (hypertension) because most other options are types of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) or naproxen (Naprosyn, Aleve), which can raise blood pressure.
In general, people with high blood pressure should use acetaminophen or possibly aspirin for over-the-counter pain relief. Unless your health care provider has said it's OK, you should not use ibuprofen, ketoprofen, or naproxen sodium.
Ibuprofen (used in Advil or Motrin)
Advil is more likely than Voltaren to produce upper gastrointestinal issues as well as withdrawal symptoms in arthritis patients. There is an increased risk of liver damage with the use of Voltaren as compared to other NSAIDs. Voltaren may be a better drug in the management of pain following dental surgery.
Yes. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) — medications commonly used to treat pain and inflammation — can increase the risk of a heart attack and stroke. This increase in risk affects people who already have heart disease and those who don't.
You may need medical treatment if you get some of the side effects. If you are over 65 years old, you should be especially careful while taking this medicine. Report any side effects promptly to your doctor. As people grow older, they are more likely to get side effects from medicines.
Acetaminophen is generally considered safer than other pain relievers. It doesn't cause side effects such as stomach pain and bleeding.
Why can't I use Voltaren Arthritis Pain Gel for shoulders, hips, etc.? Voltaren has not been studied for the relief of arthritis pain in the shoulders, hips, and back.
Naproxen (Naprosyn) does not increase the risk of hypertension or stroke.
Unless your doctor has told you it's OK, do not use over-the-counter ibuprofen, naproxen sodium, or ketoprofen for pain relief. Instead, use a painkiller less likely to increase your blood pressure, like aspirin or acetaminophen.
Amlodipine and celecoxib combination is used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) and help relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis (eg, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain).
People with high blood pressure are advised not to take them. One alternative is paracetamol, but it's possible that paracetamol also increases blood pressure.
Abstract. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) can induce an increase in blood pressure (BP) and may potentially reduce the efficacy of several antihypertensive drugs.
Heart problems: Like other NSAID medications, diclofenac may increase the risk of heart attacks, strokes, and blood clots, which may be fatal. The risk is greater with higher total daily doses and taking the medication for a long period of time.
Voltaren contains an effective nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicine which is clinically proven to relieve arthritis joint pain. With 4-times-a-day use, you may start to feel relief within a few days. You should feel significant pain relief within 7 days of continuous use.
How often can I use it? You should not use Voltaren Osteo Gel 12 Hourly to relieve the pain of mild osteoarthritis for more than three weeks unless otherwise recommended by your doctor. If the pain and swelling do not improve within 7 days, or if they get worse, tell your doctor.