Last updated on February 26, 2025
Diclofenac, the active substance of Voltaren Akti, belongs to the group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Voltaren Akti is a painkiller that also reduces inflammation (swelling) and fever. Voltaren Akti tablets are used for short-term treatment of pain (e.g. muscle, joint, back pain, headache, dental pain, menstrual pain).
Uses and active ingredients
Voltaren Akti relieves the symptoms of inflammation, such as swelling, pain and fever by blocking the synthesis of the molecules (prostaglandins) responsible for inflammation. It has no effect on the causes of inflammation or fever.
The active substance is diclofenac. One Voltaren Akti tablet contains 12.5 mg of diclofenac potassium. The excipients are: anhydrous colloidal silicon dioxide, lactose monohydrate, maize starch, sodium glycolate starch, polyvidone, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, methyl-hydroxypropyl cellulose, titanium dioxide (E171) and stearic acid.Voltaren Akti tablets contain lactose. If you have been told by your doctor that you have intolerance to some sugars, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
This medicinal product contains less than 1 mmol (23 mg) sodium per tablet, m.p. that the drug is virtually
“sodium-free”
How to take Voltaren Akti
How much Voltaren Akti to take
Do not exceed the recommended dose. It is important that you use the lowest effective dose and that you
do not take Voltaren Akti for longer than necessary.
Adults and children 14 years and older:
Take an initial dose of 2 tablets when symptoms appear. If needed, continue with 1 or 2 tablets every 4 to
6 hours. Do not take more than 6 tablets (75 mg) per day.
How to take Voltaren Akti
Swallow the tablets whole with water.
The tablets should be taken with or after food.
How long to take Voltaren Akti
Do not use Voltaren Akti to relieve pain for longer than 5 days. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult
your doctor to ensure that they are not due to a serious illness.
If you take more Voltaren Akti than you should
If you accidentally take too many Voltaren Akti tablets, immediately contact a doctor or call the
emergency medical service. You may require medical attention.
If you forget to take Voltaren Akti
If you forget to take a dose, take one tablet as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for your next
dose, take the next dose at the usual time. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
Do not give Voltaren Akti 12.5 mg tablets to children or adolescents under 14 years of age.
Storage.Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Do not store above 25°C.
Packaging contains White, capsule-shaped tablets with a thin polymer layer; available in packs of 10 tablets.
Side-effects, precautions and interactions
Do not take Voltaren Akti:
– if you are allergic to diclofenac or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6.1).
– if you have ever had an allergic reaction after taking medicines to treat inflammation, pain or fever (e.g.
diclofenac, ibuprofen or acetylsalicylic acid (is also used as a blood thinner). The symptoms may include:
asthma, wheezing, skin rash, face swelling, chest pain, rhinitis. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if
you are not sure.
– if you have established heart disease and/or cerebrovascular disease, e.g. if you have had a heart attack,
stroke, mini-stroke (transient ischaemic attack, TIA) or blockages to blood vessels to the heart or brain or
a surgery to clear or bypass blockages;
– if you have or have had problems with blood circulation (peripheral arterial disease);
– if you have or have had stomach or intestinal ulcers;
– if you have blood in your stools or black stools (a symptom of gastrointestinal bleeding);
– if you suffer from severe kidney or liver damage;
– if you are in the last three months of pregnancy. pressure with alcohol.
Full information leaflet can be downloaded HERE > Voltaren Akti Full Patient Info
