# Diclofenac Sodium (Voltaren)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/diclofenac-sodium
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Diclofenac Sodium?

Diclofenac Sodium (brand name: Voltaren) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (nsaid) taken topical. It is prescribed to treat keratosis, arthritis, juvenile. Across the United States, 164,000 doctors prescribe Diclofenac to approximately 2.6 million Medicare patients, making it one of the 50 most prescribed drugs in America.

## Brand names

Voltaren

## Indications

Diclofenac Sodium is prescribed for several conditions including keratosis, arthritis, juvenile, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Keratosis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/keratosis)
- [Arthritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/arthritis)
- [Juvenile](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/juvenile)
- [Inflammation](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/inflammation)
- [Osteoarthritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/osteoarthritis)
- [Spondylitis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/spondylitis)
- [Ankylosing](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/ankylosing)
- [Arthritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/arthritis)
- [Rheumatoid](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/rheumatoid)
- [Dysmenorrhea](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/dysmenorrhea)
- [Photophobia](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/photophobia)

## Mechanism of action

stopping the body's production of a substance that causes pain

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID)
- Route of administration: TOPICAL

## Common side effects

headache, nausea, stomach pain, swelling

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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