Vovcef Injection

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Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology

Last updated on 25 Oct 2024 | 01:09 AM (IST)

Vovcef Injection is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used to treat pain, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and acute musculoskeletal injuries. It is given in cases where oral administration is not possible.

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1 ml Injection

General Information

Contains

Diclofenac (75mg)

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Product introduction

Vovcef Injection is administered as an injection by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self administer. Inform your doctor if you have any history of heart disease or stroke. Please consult your doctor in case any injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness are observed.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, headache, and injection site reactions. Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.

Uses of Vovcef Injection

Pain relief

Benefits of Vovcef Injection

Pain relief
Vovcef Injection belongs to a group of medicines called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used for short-term relief of pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.

Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Side effects of Vovcef Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Vovcef

Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
Vomiting
Flatulence
Edema (swelling)
Nausea
Headache
Dizziness

How to use Vovcef Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Vovcef Injection works

Vovcef Injection is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Vovcef Injection to relieve pain and inflammation.
Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or visual disturbances. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Vovcef Injection as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components, if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Vovcef Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Vovcef Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Vovcef Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Vovcef Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Vovcef Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Vovcef Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Vovcef Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Vovcef Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

How should Vovcef Injection injection be administered?

Vovcef Injection injection should only be given by a healthcare professional. It can be given deep into the muscle (intramuscularly), preferably in buttock, under the skin (subcutaneously), or directly into a vein (intravenously) as a bolus and not as infusion. The dose should not exceed the prescribed quantity and injection should not be given for more than 2 days.

What is the most important information I need to know about Vovcef Injection?

It is important to know that Vovcef Injection may increase your chance of having a heart attack or stroke. The risk is more if you take higher doses and have been using the medicine for a longer time. Also, taking Vovcef Injection may cause ulcers, bleeding, or holes in your stomach and intestine. These problems may happen without warning symptoms at any time during treatment and may even cause death. Therefore, if you encounter any such problems, consult your doctor immediately.

Is Vovcef Injection a good painkiller?

Vovcef Injection is effective in relieving pain and inflammation. It is used for various sorts of pain such as sprains, strains and other injuries. It is also helpful in various types of arthritis, gout, pain and inflammation following surgery.

Can Vovcef Injection hurt your kidneys?

Long-term use and high doses of Vovcef Injection may cause renal problems such as protein or blood in urine and painful urination. Patients who are at maximum risk of developing kidney problems include people who are dehydrated, have heart failure, impaired kidney function, hypertension, elderly, who are on medicines which cause excess urination (diuretics), or medicines which have significant impact on kidney function. Hence, for such patients kidney function monitoring is recommended.

Does Vovcef Injection make you drowsy?

Vovcef Injection can cause drowsiness and also dizziness, fatigue (tiredness) and visual disturbances. However, it is not very common and may not affect everyone. If you experience these symptoms avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.

Can Vovcef Injection be taken during pregnancy?

You should not take Vovcef Injection during the last 3 months of pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects on your baby. Use of Vovcef Injection can also lead to reduced labor (premature delivery). Hence, it is advised to avoid using Vovcef Injection during the first 6 months of pregnancy also. In some cases, Vovcef Injection may be prescribed in pregnant women only if the benefits outweigh the risks involved with its use in pregnant women. If not sure, consult your doctor regarding its use.

Does Vovcef Injection get you high?

No, Vovcef Injection does not get you high. It does not have an abuse potential (drug-seeking behavior) and does not cause physical or psychological dependence. However, if you do not feel well, consult your doctor.

Is Vovcef Injection a narcotic?

No, Vovcef Injection is not a narcotic. It belongs to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) group of medicines.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Phenylacetic acid Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (acetic acid)

References

Furst DE, Ulrich RW, Varkey-Altamirano C. Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs, Disease Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs, Nonopioids Analgesics, & Drugs Used in Gout. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 626.
Grosser T, Smyth E, FitzGerald GA. Anti-Inflammatory, Antipyretic, and Analgesic Agents; Pharmacotherapy of Gout. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 986-87.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 295-97.
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Patient concerns

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sensitivity has many causative factors for relief of pain you can take pain killers it will give temporary relief

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Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

No take Crocin for pain relief

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Marketer details

Name: Cenofi Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Address: A/99, Sector 17, Kavi Nagar Industrial Area, Ghaziabad - 201002, Uttar Pradesh

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Vovcef Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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Vovcef Injection

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Vovcef Injection

Benefits of Vovcef Injection

Side effects of Vovcef Injection

How to use Vovcef Injection

How Vovcef Injection works

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

How should Vovcef Injection injection be administered?

What is the most important information I need to know about Vovcef Injection?

Is Vovcef Injection a good painkiller?

Can Vovcef Injection hurt your kidneys?

Does Vovcef Injection make you drowsy?

Can Vovcef Injection be taken during pregnancy?

Does Vovcef Injection get you high?

Is Vovcef Injection a narcotic?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

Patient concerns

One of my teeth is sensitive. It some times pains

fever and 2 months pregnant can take combiflan

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Disclaimer

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