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Voltaren vs. Nevanac

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Key takeaways

Diclofenac (Voltaren) and Ilevro (nepafenac) are both non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), but they are used for different purposes and administered in different ways. Diclofenac is available in various forms, including tablets, capsules, and powders, and is used to treat pain and inflammation from conditions like arthritis, migraines, and menstrual cramps. In contrast, nepafenac is an eye drop used specifically to manage pain and inflammation after cataract surgery. Diclofenac has a generic form, making it more affordable, while Ilevro is only available as a brand-name medication, which can be more expensive. Diclofenac can cause serious side effects like heart attacks, strokes, and stomach bleeds, especially with long-term use, whereas Ilevro has fewer serious side effects but can slow healing and increase the risk of bleeding in the eye. Additionally, diclofenac is not recommended for use during pregnancy, particularly in the later stages, while Ilevro should be used with caution during pregnancy and only under a healthcare professional's guidance.

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Summary for Voltaren

Prescription only

Diclofenac is a prescription non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that works well to treat pain and swelling in certain conditions, such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and menstrual cramps. Diclofenac comes in different formulations, including delayed-release tablet and powder packet for oral solution. Similar to other NSAIDs, it has warnings for serious side effects, such as stroke, heart attack, and stomach bleeds, especially with higher doses and longer use.

Indications for Voltaren

  • Mild to moderate pain
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • Ankylosing spondylitis (arthritis of the spine)
  • Migraine attacks
  • Menstrual cramps

Pros and Cons for Voltaren

Pros

  • Available in many different formulations, such as tablet, capsule, and powder
  • Available in a long-acting form that only needs to be take once per day
  • Diclofenac potassium (Cambia) powder can help with migraine pain in as quickly as 15 minutes.
  • All brands of diclofenac are available as lower-cost generics.

Cons

  • Typically have to take multiple times a day (except for the powder and extended-release tablet)
  • Not recommended for use in children (except for diclofenac potassium (Zipsor) capsules, which can be used in children age 12 years and older)
  • Not recommended for use in pregnancy, especially starting in the second trimester or later
  • Not the best option if you're 65 years or older, or have kidney, heart, liver, or bleeding problems

Common Side Effects for Voltaren

Up to 10% of people taking diclofenac experience:

  • Headaches
  • Dizziness
  • Ringing in the ear
  • Swelling in the arms and legs
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Heartburn
  • Stomach bleeds, ulcers, and damage
  • Passing gas
  • Stomach pains
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Rash
  • Dry and itchy skin
  • Anemia
  • Bleeding that's hard to stop

Warnings for Voltaren

  • Heart attack and stroke
  • Stomach bleeding and ulcers
  • Liver damage
  • High blood pressure, heart failure, and swelling of your arms and legs
  • Kidney damage and high potassium levels
  • Severe asthma attack
  • Severe allergic or skin reaction
  • Harm to unborn babies

Summary for Nevanac

Prescription only

Nevanac, also known by its generic name nepafenac 0.1%, is an eye drop medication that's used to relieve pain and inflammation from cataract surgery. This medication is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) eye drop that both adults and children who need cataract surgery can use. The Nevanac (nepafenac) eye drop is placed in the affected eye(s) three times per day for up to 2 weeks after the surgery. Some side effects include changes in vision and feeling like there's something in your eye.

Indications for Nevanac

Pros and Cons for Nevanac

Pros

Cons

  • Need to use three times per day
  • Might slow down the healing process from surgery

Common Side Effects for Nevanac

  • Cloudiness in the eye (up to 10%)
  • Worse vision (up to 10%)
  • Feeling like there's something in your eye (up to 10%)
  • High eye pressure (up to 10%)
  • Eyes feel sticky (up to 10%)

Warnings for Nevanac

  • Bleeding
  • Slower healing
  • Cornea problems
  • Take off contact lenses before placing medication in eye

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