Voltaren Precautions and Warnings

Voltaren Drug

Being aware of warnings and precautions with Voltaren can help ensure a safe treatment process. For example, you should be aware that the medication may cause congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, or stroke. Precautions also apply to women who are breastfeeding or pregnant.

Voltaren: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking Voltaren^® (diclofenac sodium) if you have:

Asthma
Heart disease, including congestive heart failure
High blood pressure (hypertension)
Liver disease, such as cirrhosis, hepatitis, or liver failure
Kidney disease, such as kidney failure (renal failure)
Bleeding problems (or if you are taking medicine that decreases the blood's ability to clot)
Diabetes
Stomach ulcers, stomach bleeding, or a history of either condition
Any allergies to medicines, including aspirin or other NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).

Let your healthcare provider know if you:

Are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant
Are breastfeeding
Drink alcohol frequently
Smoke
Are having or have recently had heart surgery.

Also, tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

(The information in this article applies only to the tablet forms of this medication -- Voltaren and Voltaren-XR. This article does not apply to Voltaren^® Gel or Voltaren Ophthalmic^® eye drops.)

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