Diclofenac- 50 mg , 100 stk.
Anti-inflammatory pain reliever (NSAID)
Description
Generic Name: Diclofenac
Brand Name: Diclac®, Dicloflex®, Voltaren®
Drug Class: NSAID – Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
This is a prescription medicine, which requires a valid prescription!
Indications
- Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis
- Acute musculoskeletal pain or injury
- Back pain, joint pain, or dental pain
- Dysmenorrhea (menstrual cramps)
- Gout (acute attacks)
- Postoperative or post-traumatic inflammation
- Inhibits cyclooxygenase enzymes (COX-1 and COX-2)
- Reduces synthesis of prostaglandins
- Provides anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic effects
- Form: Oral tablet
- Typical Adult Dose: 50 mg 2–3 times daily (max 150 mg/day)
- Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration
- Take with food or milk to minimize gastrointestinal irritation
- Common:
- Nausea, indigestion
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Serious (rare):
- Gastrointestinal ulcer or bleeding
- Elevated liver enzymes or hepatotoxicity
- Cardiovascular events (e.g., heart attack, stroke)
- Kidney impairment
- Hypersensitivity reactions (e.g., rash, asthma exacerbation)
- Known hypersensitivity to diclofenac or other NSAIDs
- History of peptic ulcer or GI bleeding
- Active gastrointestinal ulceration or bleeding
- Severe heart failure
- Severe liver or renal dysfunction
- History of asthma, urticaria, or allergic-type reaction after NSAID use
- Third trimester of pregnancy
Information
Warnings and Precautions
- Increased risk of serious CV thrombotic events (especially with prolonged use)
- Monitor for signs of GI bleeding, liver or kidney dysfunction
- Use with caution in elderly patients and those with comorbid conditions
- Avoid combining with other NSAIDs or corticosteroids
Drug Interactions
- Anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) → increased bleeding risk
- ACE inhibitors/ARBs → may reduce renal function
- Diuretics → may reduce efficacy
- Lithium or methotrexate → may increase toxicity
- SSRIs → increased risk of GI bleeding
Pregnancy and Lactation
- Pregnancy: Avoid in 3rd trimester; may cause premature closure of ductus arteriosus
- Lactation: Present in breast milk in small amounts; use with caution
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