Voltaren in the 2nd trimester

[HotI]

I am looking for info on taking voltaren (or using voltaren gel) during 2nd tri mester of pregnancy. Does anyone have any info or a number i can call to check.

I know there can be complications when taking it in 3rd tri.

Ta

[Miss E]

I'm no expert, but I thought that any sort of anti-inflamatory (gel or tablet) was advised against in pregnancy. I think the Royal Children's hospital might have a hotline, that I've seen mentioned here, but can't find on google.

If it was me I would probably ask your pharmacist (who will be overly cautious) or give your GP/caregiver a call.

[LionsandBears]

I'm pretty sure anti-inflammatories are a no no inpregnancy.

Try Rodney Whyte at MMC, 9594 2361.

[Kazzo]

I use to be on prescribed voltaren but was told not to take it at all while pregnant. That included any form of it.

[Charlotte91]

I wanted to get some voltaren gel at 33 weeks (I was off to have DD in 2 days!) and they still wouldn't give me any.

I was told (in early pregnancy) that nothing anti-inflammatory could be taken.

[NaeNae]

Try that nurses on call number ( think its 1800 or 1300 606024) - I am certain voltaren is a big NO during pregnancy though.