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Voltaren Rapid 12.5

Voltaren Rapid 12.5 is the same product as Voltaren Rapid but with half the dose. Standard Voltaren Rapid contains 25mg of the active ingredient Diclofenac Potassium however Voltaren Rapid 12.5 contains 12.5mg of Diclofenac Potassium.

Voltaren Rapid is for those with acute painful and inflammatory conditions. Voltaren Rapid is an antipyretic and contains the active ingredient diclofenac potassium that is particularly effective at lowering temperature in cases where there is an infection of the ear, nose or throat. As an antipyretic Voltaren Rapid 12.5 is effective at reducing temperatures in or quelling fevers.

Voltaren Rapid 12.5 is available in packs of either 10 or 20 tablets. Voltaren Rapid 12.5 can be used for such painful and inflammatory conditions as period pain, back pain or backache, migraine headaches, neck pain, tension headaches, ankle pain or sprains, muscle pain or strains, bruises, fever, shoulder pain, lower back pain, post operative pain following dental surgery or minor surgery. Voltaren Rapid 12.5 is a fast acting pain relief medication and is effective usually within 15 to 30 minutes.

Directions:

Voltaren Rapid 12.5 should not be taken by children under 14 years of age. Voltaren Rapid tablets should be swallowed quickly with liquid. Although Voltaren Rapid 12.5 tablets work faster if taken before meals if you are prone to gastric discomfort it is recommended that you take them immediately after a meal.

Adults and children over 14 years initially take 2 Voltaren Rapid 12.5 tablets. Then take 1 or 2 tablets every 4 to 6 hours as required. Do not exceed 6 tablets a day. Elderly people may be more sensitive to the effects of Voltaren Rapid 12.5 and should try to take the lowest effective dosage for their condition.

Cautions:

Do not take Voltaren Rapid 12.5 if you suffer from a stomach ulcer. Do not take Voltaren Rapid 12.5 if you have ever had an allergic reaction or asthma attack after taking diclofenac or any other anti-inflammatory medication such as aspirin. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist before taking Voltaren Rapid 12.5 if you suffer from asthma, have heart, kidney or liver disease, have high blood pressure, or have a bleeding disorder. Do not take Voltaren Rapid 12.5 if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. You should not take Voltaren Rapid if you are pregnant or breast-feeding except under medical supervision. If you are currently taking other medications, or if you are unsure about any of the restrictions, then check with your doctor or pharmacist before you commence using Voltaren Rapid 12.5. Keep out of the reach of children. If symptoms persist, or you develop new symptoms, see your doctor. Carefully read packaging for any other possible restrictions.

Voltaren Rapid is a pharmacy only medicine. Voltaren Rapid is a registered trademark of Novartis Consumer Health.