Voltaren

GPTKB entity

Statements (44)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:drug
gptkbp:abbreviation gptkb:NSAID
gptkbp:activeIngredient gptkb:diclofenac_sodium
gptkbp:affiliatedWith nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
gptkbp:approvedBy 1970s
gptkbp:ATCCode gptkb:M01AB05
gptkbp:availableOn many countries worldwide
gptkbp:brand gptkb:diclofenac
gptkbp:contraindication asthma
peptic ulcer
hypersensitivity to NSAIDs
severe heart failure
gptkbp:effect reduces pain and inflammation
reduces prostaglandin synthesis
gptkbp:form gptkb:tablet
injection
gel
topical solution
suppository
gptkbp:genericAvailable yes
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Voltaren
gptkbp:legalStatus over-the-counter (topical, in some countries)
prescription only (in some countries)
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Novartis
GlaxoSmithKline
gptkbp:mechanismOfAction inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes
gptkbp:pregnancyCategory varies by country
gptkbp:routeOfAdministration oral
topical
intramuscular
rectal
gptkbp:sideEffect nausea
dizziness
headache
rash
gastrointestinal upset
gptkbp:storage room temperature
gptkbp:usedFor osteoarthritis
pain relief
inflammation
rheumatoid arthritis
ankylosing spondylitis
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Novartis
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4