Both Cataflam and Voltaren SR are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) used to relieve pain and inflammation in a variety of conditions. Although they belong to the same pharmaceutical class and are used for similar purposes, they contain different active ingredients and have different pharmacokinetic properties, which may influence a doctor's choice of one over the other.
Cataflam Tablets Ingredients
Cataflam tablets contain the active ingredient diclofenac potassium. Diclofenac potassium is relatively rapidly absorbed into the body, making it suitable for conditions requiring rapid pain relief.
Voltaren SR Tablets Ingredients
Voltaren SR tablets contain the active ingredient diclofenac sodium. The "SR" suffix stands for "sustained release," meaning the medication is released slowly and steadily over a longer period of time. This aims to provide sustained relief from pain and inflammation with a less frequent dose.
Information about Cataflam tablets
Drug class: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Drug classification: Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic
Pharmaceutical form: Tablets
Pharmaceutical family: Acetic acid derivatives
Active ingredient: Diclofenac potassium
Information about Voltaren SR tablets
Drug class: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Drug class: Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic
Pharmaceutical form: Sustained-release tablets
Pharmaceutical family: Acetic acid derivatives
Active ingredient: Diclofenac sodium
Scientific Degree: Pharmacist
Country: Egypt
Dr. Rawan Mosaad El-Saeed is a clinical pharmacist and medical content reviewer holding a Bachelor of Pharmacy degree from Horus University in Egypt. She has hands-on community pharmacy experience in providing medication therapy counseling, monitoring drug-drug interactions, and ensuring patient adherence to safe usage protocols. She specializes in authoring and fact-checking pharmaceutical guides and simplifying clinical pharmacology based on the latest evidence-based guidelines and internationally accredited references, dedicated to delivering accurate, reliable, and safe healthcare information for readers.
Published Date: 15 April 2025
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Drugs Diclofenac potassium
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