DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM

Overview

DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM is a Schedule H drug.
Diclofenac potassium is used to relieve pain and swelling (inflammation) from various mild to moderate painful conditions.This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Diclofenac potassium tablets are indicated,
  • For treatment of primary dysmenorrhea
  • For relief of mild to moderate pain
  • For relief of the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis
  • For relief of the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis

Usage

DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM is generally used to treat: Dysmenorrhea, Pain, Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • Pregnant women, women trying to conceive, smokers and alcoholics should avoid taking Diclofenac Sodium, since it can have harmful effects.
  • Avoid taking aspirin or other NSAIDs while you are taking this medicine.
  • If you use diclofenac long-term, you may need frequent medical tests.
  • Take Diclofenac sodium on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet or delayed-release tablet. Swallow it whole.
  • Dissolve diclofenac sodium powder in to 2 ounces of water. Do not use any other type of liquid. Stir this mixture and drink all of it right away. It works best if you take it on an empty stomach.
  • It is not known whether diclofenac passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby.
  • You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
  • Do not use this medicine just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft).

Symptoms of Overdosage

DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Nausea, Vomit, Epigastric Pain

Common Side-Effects

DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM : Skin Rash, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Abdomen Burn, Abdomen Pain, Belching, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Cloudy Urine With Strong Odor, Constipation, Loose Motion, Dizziness, Head Headache, Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Pale Skin, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Weight Loss (unintentional)

Disease Interactions

DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM can interfere with: Asthma, Congestive Heart Disease, Urine Retention, Hypertension, Peptic Ulcer, Duodenitis, Intestinal Perforation, Alcoholism, Colitis, Gastroenteritis, Dermatitis, Acute Renal Failure, Hyponatremia, Acute Liver Failure, Myocardial Infarction, Ischemic Heart Disease, Porphyria, Anemia, Hyperkalemia, Thrombocytopathy, Thrombocytopenia, Vitamin K Deficiency

Technical Classification

DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM is categorized as: NONSTEROIDAL ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AGENTS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM as Ingredient

ASLERA-DP TABPARACETAMOL 500 MG, DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG, SERRATIOPEPTIDASE 10 MG
CYTODEC TABDICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG, SERRAPEPTASE 10 MG
DICIN TABDICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG, SERRAPEPTASE 15 MG
DICLOM-SP TABDICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG, SERRATIOPEPTIDASE 10 MG
DICNIC S TABDICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG, SERRATIOPEPTIDASE 10 MG
DOLENTIA GELMENTHOL 5 %W/W, METHYL SALICYLATE 5 %W/W, DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 1 %W/W, CAPSAICIN 0.025 %W/W
EMANZEN-DP FC-TABPARACETAMOL 325 MG, DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG, SERRATIOPEPTIDASE 10 MG
FLAMOL D TABPARACETAMOL 500 MG, DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG
FREEDOM TABDICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG, SERRATIOPEPTIDASE 10 MG
MOBIWOK PLUS CAPDICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG, THIOCOLCHICOSIDE 8 MG
NICLOFEN-S FC-TABDICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG, SERRATIOPEPTIDASE 10 MG
NOVIL TABPARACETAMOL 325 MG, CHLORZOXAZONE 250 MG, DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG
NUDICLO SR-TABDICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 100 MG
ORTHODAC-MR TABPARACETAMOL 325 MG, CHLORZOXAZONE 250 MG, DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG
SENIC TABDICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG, SERRATIOPEPTIDASE 10 MG
SN 15 PLUS TABDICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG, SERRATIOPEPTIDASE 10 MG
SUPAMOVE CAPDICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG, THIOCOLCHICOSIDE 4 MG
TRIACTIN TABPARACETAMOL 500 MG, CHLORZOXAZONE 250 MG, DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG
VALET-SP TABPARACETAMOL 325 MG, DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG, SERRAPEPTASE 15 MG
ZERRTIO FORTE TABPARACETAMOL 500 MG, DICLOFENAC POTASSIUM 50 MG, SERRATIOPEPTIDASE 15 MG