Baby#1 due Nov. 1! asked:
Can Voltaren be harmful if trying to conceive? Is it safe to take while trying to conceive? Can it delay ovulation
I am taking Voltaren (generic diclofenac) for low back pain associated with sciatica and bulging disc. My husband and I have been trying to conceive for 1 year and I wanted to know if the drug may hinder the process. Thanks in advance to all answers!
You should be fine taking diclofenac while trying to conceive. It’s just an anti-inflamatory… similar to ibuprofen, but works a little differently. The main thing is that if you start to have symptoms of pregnancy, switch over to tylenol until you talk to your doctor or pharmacist. From what I understand, you’re usually told not to take very much advil or ibuprofen when pregnant. It’s not a huge risk to my knowledge, but it can potentially cause problems. I think it has to do with its reactions with your blood. When in doubt, do without.
Good luck trying!