Volfenac Capsule 100mg

About Volfenac Capsule 100mg

Volfenac Capsule 100mg Uses

• Relieving pain and swelling from osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
• Easing lower back pain and muscle strains
• Managing pain after minor surgery or injury, as advised by a doctor
• Reducing joint stiffness in chronic inflammatory conditions

Volfenac Capsule 100mg Benefits

• Sustained release formula provides pain relief through the day
• Once or twice daily dosing depending on your doctor's advice
• Reduces both pain and the underlying inflammation
• Helps improve movement in stiff or swollen joints

What Experts Say

Doctors prescribe diclofenac sodium capsules for pain that comes with inflammation, such as arthritis or a muscle injury. This medicine blocks certain enzymes in the body that produce chemicals responsible for pain and swelling. The sustained release form releases the drug slowly over several hours for steadier relief.

Rheumatologists often recommend this type of capsule for patients who need steady pain control throughout the day. Because it works on inflammation directly, it can reduce joint stiffness along with easing pain. This combination makes daily tasks easier for people with chronic joint conditions.

Medical guidelines advise using the lowest effective dose for the shortest time needed, since long term NSAID use carries stomach and heart related risks. Doctors usually recommend taking this medicine with food and watching closely for stomach discomfort or unusual bleeding during treatment.

Drug Class

• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
• Phenylacetic acid derivative

Volfenac Capsule 100mg formula

• Diclofenac Sodium

Available forms

• Capsule

How to use Volfenac Capsule 100mg?

• Take Volfenac capsule 100mg with food or milk to reduce stomach upset
• Swallow the capsule whole, do not crush or chew it
• Take at the dose and frequency prescribed by your doctor
• Do not take more than the prescribed dose in a day

Drug Interactions

Volfenac capsule 100mg can interact with other medicines, so tell your doctor about everything you use.

• Blood Thinners: Combined use can increase the risk of bleeding
• Other NSAIDs or Aspirin: Increases the risk of stomach ulcers and bleeding
• ACE Inhibitors and Diuretics: Can reduce their blood pressure lowering effect and affect kidney function
• Lithium: May raise blood lithium levels, increasing risk of toxicity

Risks and warnings

• Stomach Ulcers: Avoid if you have active peptic ulcer disease or a history of gastrointestinal bleeding
• Heart Disease: Use with caution, NSAIDs can raise the risk of heart attack or stroke with long term use
• Kidney Disease: Use with caution in patients with reduced kidney function
• Pregnancy: Avoid in the third trimester due to risk to the baby
• Asthma: Use with caution in patients with aspirin sensitive asthma

Volfenac Capsule 100mg Side Effects

Common side effects are usually mild and often ease as your body adjusts to the medicine.

• Stomach pain or indigestion
• Nausea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Diarrhea or constipation

Some side effects are serious and require immediate medical attention.

• Black or bloody stools
• Chest pain or shortness of breath
• Severe skin rash or blistering
• Sudden swelling of the face, lips or throat

Storage Conditions

• Store at room temperature, below 30°C
• Keep away from moisture and direct light
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack