Voligel
Generic Name: Diclofenac Diethylamine
Dosage Form: Cream
TG Name: Musculoskeletal
What is Voligel®?
Voligel® gel is a combination of three different components namely Diclofenac, Methyl salicylate, and Menthol.
Diclofenac Diethylamine is systemically absorbed through the skin; it inhibits the enzyme cyclo-oxygenase, thus reducing the formation of PGE2. Moreover, it also increases the uptake of arachidonic acid into the cellular pool. Menthol is a vasodilator. It dilates the blood vessels, produces a feeling of coolness and produces analgesia. Methyl salicylate is a known anti-inflammatory agent.
Adding diclofenac with these components helps not only the sensation of pain but also treats any underlying inflammation at the affected area. Diclofenac also exerts synergistic effect on pain relief.
When to take Voligel®?
Indicated for the quick relief from pain, swelling and inflalmmation due to musculo-skeletal disorders such as sprains, Strains, tendinitis, bursitis, hands, neck & shoulder pain, sciatica, muscle stiffness, joint pain, back ache and lumbago.
How to take Voligel®?
Voligel® cream should be applied to the affected site three to four times daily with rubbing till the film disappears.
Who should not take Voligel®?
Those who have known hypersensitivity to any part of the preparation.
How Voligel® works?
- Diclofenac inhibits the enzyme cyclo-oxygenase, thus reducing the inflammation and pain
- Menthol produces a feeling of coolness and produces comfort and analgesia
- Methyl salicylate is a also a mild anti-inflammatory agent.
How supplied?
Voligel® gel: Box containing 50 gm tube. Each 100 gm Gel contains Diclofenac Diethylamine BP 1.16 gm (eq. to Diclofenac Sodium 1 gm).
