Voveran Gel: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates

Quick overview

Voveran Gel is a topical medicine containing diclofenac, an NSAID, used to relieve pain and swelling in joints and muscles. It is applied directly to the skin over the affected area and works by blocking chemicals in the body that cause pain and inflammation. It is commonly used for conditions such as osteoarthritis, back pain, and sports injuries, and is generally applied several times a day.

What is Voveran Gel

Voveran Gel is a topical (skin-applied) pain-relief medicine containing diclofenac. It is used to ease pain and swelling in joints and muscles.

Voveran Gel uses

• Mild to moderate pain
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Osteoarthritis
• Ankylosing spondylitis
• Bursitis
• Tendonitis
• Acute strains, sprains, and sports injuries
• Muscle tendinitis
• Back pain and muscle pain
• Neck pain, shoulder pain, knee pain, and joint pain

Benefits of Voveran Gel

• Provides relief from backache, muscle and joint pain
• Reduces swelling and inflammation in joints and muscles
• Helps absorb into the skin quickly
• Helps ensure long-lasting relief from joint pains

How Voveran Gel works

The gel works by blocking the body's production of certain chemicals that cause pain and swelling.

Voveran Gel dosage

Use the gel only on the skin, not inside the body. Apply a thin layer to the affected area and gently rub it in. Do not apply on broken or damaged skin. Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water. Do not cover the treated area with bandages unless your doctor tells you to. Cleanse the affected area before applying for better absorption, and massage it in using gentle circular motions.

This gel is not recommended for children under 14 years unless a doctor says so. If you miss an application, apply as soon as you remember, but don't use extra gel to make up for it.

Available forms and strengths

• Gel

Side effects of Voveran Gel

Common

• Skin rash
• Skin redness
• Skin irritation
• Itching
• Burning or stinging feeling at the application site
• Eczema-like skin reaction
• Swelling or small bumps (dermatitis) at the application site
• Headache

Serious

• Skin irritation or redness
• Burning or itching
• Skin rash
• Dryness or peeling
• Increased sensitivity to sunlight

Warnings and precautions

• Do not use this gel if you are allergic to it, and watch for allergy symptoms like rash, hives, swelling of the face or lips, or trouble breathing.
• This gel is not recommended if you have NSAID-induced asthma, a condition where NSAIDs trigger severe asthma symptoms.
• Use the gel only on the skin. Avoid getting it in your eyes, mouth, or on open wounds. If this happens by accident, rinse the area thoroughly with water.
• The gel can sometimes cause serious skin allergic reactions such as rashes, hives, and fever. Tell your doctor right away if this happens.
• This gel can interact with other medicines and cause side effects, so tell your doctor about all medicines you are currently taking.
• This gel is not recommended for children younger than 14 years unless a doctor says it's okay.
• People who have had heart bypass surgery (CABG) should not use this gel, and elderly patients with a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding have a higher risk of stomach and gut problems.
• Using this gel for a long time, at a high amount, or if you already have heart problems, may increase your chance of a serious heart attack or stroke.
• Be careful using this medicine if you have stomach ulcers, bleeding problems, high blood pressure, asthma, a blood disorder called porphyria, or if you are elderly or frail.
• The gel is generally considered safe in pregnancy since it is only used on the skin, but some sources advise against using it in pregnancy and recommend talking to a doctor first because it may harm the unborn baby.
• It is not known to be harmful during breastfeeding, but you should still check with your doctor before use.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney problems before using this gel, and do not use it if you have kidney failure.
• Tell your doctor if you have liver problems before using this gel. If you use it for a long time, your doctor may check your liver function.
• It is not known how this gel interacts with alcohol, so check with your doctor before drinking alcohol while using it.

Storage

• Store below 30°C
• Do not freeze
• Keep out of reach of children
• Store in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight

When to see a doctor

• Get medical help right away if you notice signs of an allergic reaction such as skin rash, hives, swelling of the face, lips or tongue, or difficulty breathing.
• If you accidentally swallow the gel, it may cause harm, so get medical help immediately.
• If the gel gets into your eyes, wash them with fresh water and see a doctor.
• If your pain lasts more than 7 days or gets worse, talk to your doctor.

Alternatives

• Diclo Gel
• Diclofam Gel
• Neorelax Gel