INDOCIN SR vs VOLTAREN ARTHRITIS PAIN
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
New
72/100
Pharmacy pays
~$4.06 /30
$0.36 /mL
Type
RX
OTC
Active ingredient
INDOMETHACIN
DICLOFENAC SODIUM
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Capsule, extended release
Topical, Kit
Drug class
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
about 4.5 hours
about 2 hours (terminal/elimination half-life; the label's table gives a mean of 2.3 hours in healthy adults, with wide variation between people — 48% coefficient of variation)
Treats
Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bursitis, Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Dysmenorrhea
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Where to buy
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Indocin SR and Voltaren Arthritis Pain?
Indocin SR contains Indomethacin, while Voltaren Arthritis Pain contains Diclofenac Sodium — they have different active ingredients.
Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.