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Vovo 50 MG Tablet

Manufactured byAlembic Ltd.
ContainsDiclofenac
Description
Vovo 50 MG Tablet is a painkiller used to relieve pain and swelling associated with osteoarthritis (tender and painful joints due to wear down of protective cartilage between the ends of the bones), rheumatoid arthritis (a type of arthritis affecting the small joints of your body), ankylosing spondylitis (pain and stiffness of bones of your spine), lower back pain, neck pain, etc. Vovo 50 MG Tablet is also used in post-operative patients for pain relief. It blocks the formation of chemical substances in your body that cause swelling and pain. Vovo 50 MG Tablet shows side effects like nausea, headache, stomach pain, and diarrhoea. However, if any of these side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor at the earliest. Inform your doctor if you have known allergies to this medicine. Vovo 50 MG Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness or visual disturbances in some patients. Use caution while driving vehicles or doing anything that requires concentration if you take this medicine. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems. Vovo 50 MG Tablet should be taken with food or milk to prevent an upset stomach. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of this medicine based on the severity and location of the pain. 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. Vovo 50 MG Tablet is safe for you if you can share your entire medical history with your doctor such as heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, clotting disorder, etc. Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicine and if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Vovo 50 MG Tablet

  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Skin rash
  • Ringing or buzzing in the ears
  • Stomach pain

Uses of Vovo 50 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Ankylosing Spondylitis
  • Dysmenorrhea
  • Mild to moderate pain
  • Migraine attacks
  • Gout
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Vovo 50 MG Tablet may start sowing its effect within 1 hour of taking it.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Vovo 50 MG Tablet lasts for an average duration of 8 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while taking Vovo 50 MG Tablet due to the increased risk of side effects such as severe stomach and intestinal bleeding, dizziness, fatigue, weakness, rashes, nausea, joint pain, fever, jaundice, etc.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    Vovo 50 MG Tablet has no habit-forming tendency.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Vovo 50 MG Tablet is not recommended in pregnancy as it may cause miscarriage or may affect the development of the heart of your foetus. Discuss all the potential benefits and risks with your doctor before starting the therapy.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Vovo 50 MG Tablet may pass into the breastmilk in small amounts. If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor beforehand.

Allergy

Avoid taking Vovo 50 MG Tablet if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Seek medical attention if you come across any allergic reactions such as a skin rash, hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), swelling (face, lips, tongue, etc.), breathing difficulty, etc.

Peptic Ulcer

Peptic ulcers are the sores in the lining of the stomach and intestine. Vovo 50 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have peptic ulcer disease, as it may cause stomach bleeding and worsen your condition.

Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG)

Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) is a surgical procedure that diverts the blood from narrowed or blocked vessels in the heart to improve its blood supply. Vovo 50 MG Tablet is not recommended for use before, during, or after a coronary artery bypass graft surgery as it may cause heart failure.

NSAID-induced asthma

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)-induced asthma is an allergic condition of the respiratory system that may occur after you take an NSAID. These medicines narrow the airway and provoke mucous secretion in the airway, causing severe breathing difficulty. Vovo 50 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in this condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Vovo 50 MG Tablet is not recommended in pregnancy as it may cause miscarriage or may affect the development of the heart of your foetus. Discuss all the potential benefits and risks with your doctor before starting the therapy.

Breast-feeding

Vovo 50 MG Tablet may pass into the breastmilk in small amounts. If you are breastfeeding, inform your doctor beforehand.
General warnings

Effect on heart

Vovo 50 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have any heart problems due to the increased risk of heart attack and other heart complications, especially on prolonged use. Your heart function and vital signs will be closely monitored by your doctor while you are taking this medicine.

Stomach and intestinal toxicity

Vovo 50 MG Tablet may cause damage to the stomach and intestine, especially on prolonged use. This risk is specifically higher in patients with a history of gastrointestinal diseases. Consult your doctor about the potential risks before taking this medicine.

Skin allergies

Vovo 50 MG Tablet may cause skin allergies in some patients. Inform your doctor immediately if you develop signs and symptoms such as rashes, hives, or other allergic symptoms.

Water retention

Vovo 50 MG Tablet may cause water retention (majorly in lower limbs) in some patients. Your doctor may suggest tests to monitor your blood pressure, electrolyte levels, and heart function based on your clinical condition.

Driving or operating machinery

Vovo 50 MG Tablet may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Use in elderly

Vovo 50 MG Tablet should be used with caution in elderly patients due to the increased risk of kidney and liver impairment. Your doctor will generally start treatment with lower doses to check for your tolerance to this medicine. Your kidney and liver function may have to be closely monitored.

Missed Dose

If you missed a dose of Vovo 50 MG Tablet take it as soon as you remember. Do not add it with your next dose to make up for a missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Vovo 50 MG Tablet, seek immediate medical guidance.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while taking Vovo 50 MG Tablet due to the increased risk of side effects such as severe stomach and intestinal bleeding, dizziness, fatigue, weakness, rashes, nausea, joint pain, fever, jaundice, etc.
Interaction with Medicine

Methotrexate

Ramipril

Apixaban

Ketorolac

Cyclosporine

Disease interactions

Kidney Disease

If you already have kidney disease, using Vovo 50 MG Tablet for a prolonged period can potentially worsen the condition of your kidney. It is recommended that you get your kidney function monitored regularly as per your doctor’s guidance.

Liver Disease

Vovo 50 MG Tablet is broken down and gets converted into its active form for absorption in your body. If you have liver problems, accumulation of this medicine may take place in the liver leading to worsening of compromised liver and other undesirable effects.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Vovo 50 MG Tablet should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long-term use may lead to complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney disease. Do not drive vehicles or operate machines if you experience dizziness and drowsiness. Avoid alcohol consumption while on treatment with this medicine. Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. 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.
Miscelleneous

To be taken with food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Vovo 50 MG Tablet works by blocking the formation of certain chemical substances in your body that are responsible for causing pain and swelling.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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