INDOCIN vs VOLTAREN-XR
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Possible drug interaction. INDOCIN and VOLTAREN-XR are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.
Rating
New
70/100
Pharmacy pays
~$4.06 /30
$0.36 /mL
Type
RX
RX
Active ingredient
INDOMETHACIN
DICLOFENAC SODIUM
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Suppository
Tablet, extended release
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
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Indocin and Voltaren-XR?
Indocin contains Indomethacin, while Voltaren-XR 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.