Pain relief

The Voltarol range of medicinal products, which are available over-the-counter, contain a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) called diclofenac.

The Voltarol non-medicated Heat patch is a medical device which provides up to 8 hours of pain relieving heat.

Voltarol contains a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) called diclofenac. Diclofenac works by inhibiting the body’s production of prostaglandins, which cause pain and inflammation. By reducing their effects, diclofenac relieves pain.

Voltarol is available as a gel, medicated plaster and non-medicated heat patch.

You should always consult your doctor or pharmacist before using Panadol and any other medication together, to make sure it is okay for you to do so.

Do not use Panadol with any other paracetamol-containing products. Taking two paracetamol-based medications together could put you at risk of a paracetamol overdose. Always check the ingredients listed on the product label of any medication that you plan to take with Panadol before use.

If you’re suffering from mild to moderate pain, Panadol gives relief from pain. Panadol products for adults come in tablets and soluble tablets. For dosage information see product pages.

If you are at all uncertain about the correct dosage of Panadol to take, consult your doctor or pharmacist before use. You should also always read both the dosage instructions and any warnings on the product label before using any Panadol product, so that you are aware of any potential side effects or risk of overdose.

Yes, Panadol can be taken with or without food. For maximum speed of action Panadol Actifast Tablets should be taken on an empty stomach.

There are various ingredients used throughout the Anadin range, including aspirin, ibuprofen, paracetamol and caffeine. Visit our products pages for full ingredient information.

Ibuprofen is a Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID). It blocks pain causing chemicals (called prostaglandins) at the point of injury, helping to relieve pain, inflammation and fever. 

Asprin is a type of Non-Sterodial Anti-Inflammatory Drug(NSAID). Similar to other NSAIDs, it works by preventing chemicals (called prostaglandins) from being formed. It is used to treat pain and fever and also has anti-inflammatory properties to reduce inflammation.