Diclofenace Sodium 75 MG / 1 ML (INDARD)

Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug(NSAID).

The drug works by blocking a specific enzyme in your body. When the enzyme is blocked, your body decreases the amount or number of inflammatory chemicals it makes. This helps in the reduction of inflammation and pain.

Some people are not experiencing these side effects. If you are seeing the signs of the side effects then do not worry they will go away when your body gets used to the medicine. But if the side effects are persistent or not go away then consult with your doctor. The side effects are:-

Nausea

Heartburn

Gas

Vomiting

Sleepiness

Constipation

Stomach pain

Itching or rash at the application site

Serious side effects:-

Get emergency help if you are seeing the signs of serious side effects. Here we mentioned the serious side effects and their symptoms are:-

Allergic reaction and its symptoms:-

Rash

Itching

Breathing problems

Hives

Edema and its symptoms:-

Swelling of the feet or ankles

Increased weight

Increased blood pressure

Stomach ulcer or stomach bleeding and its symptoms are:-

Blood in your stool

Very dark stool

Bruising more easily

You should not use Diclofenac if you have a history of an allergic reaction to aspirin or NSAID which is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

Diclofenac can increase the risk of fatal heart attack or stroke, especially when you are using this medicine as a high dose on a long-term basis. If you have heart disease then do not use this medicine before or after heart bypass surgery( CABG, or coronary artery bypass graft).

Diclofenac may cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which could lead to fatal. These conditions can occur without giving any warnings while you are using this medicine.

Usual Adult dose for Osteoarthritis:

Diclofenac free acid capsules: 35 mg orally three times a day

Diclofenac potassium immediate-release tablets: 50mg orally 2 to 3 times a day

Maximum dosage: 150 mg on a daily basis

Diclofenac sodium extended-release tablets: 100 mg orally one time a day

Use: for relief of symptoms of osteoarthritis

Usual Adult Dose for Ankylosing Spondylitis:

Diclofenac sodium enteric-coated and delayed-release tablets: 25 mg orally four times a day

An additional 25 mg dose might be administrated at bedtime, if necessary

Maximum dose: 125 mg per day.

Use: for acute or long-term use in the relief of signs and symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis.

Usual Adult Dose for Dysmenorrhea:

Diclofenac potassium immediate-release tablets: 50 mg orally three times a day

Use: for relief of signs and symptoms of primary dysmenorrhea.

Usual Adult Dose for Rheumatoid Arthritis:

Diclofenac potassium immediate-release tablets: 50 mg orally three or four times a day

Diclofenac sodium enteric-coated and delayed-release tablets: 50 mg orally 3 or 4 times in a day or 75 mg orally twice a day.

Maximum dose: 225 mg on a daily basis

Diclofenac sodium extended-release tablets: 100 mg orally dose once a day

Maximum dose: 100 mg orally two times a day, this will be for the rare patients in whom the advantages outweigh the clinical risks.

Use: for the relief of symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis

Usual adult dose for Migraine:

Diclofenac potassium for oral solution packets: 50 mg orally once

Use: for the acute treatment for migraine with or without aura.

Usual Adult Dose for Pain:

Oral: Diclofenac potassium liquid-filled capsules: 25 mg orally four times a day

Diclofenac free acid capsules: 18 mg or 35 mg orally three times a day

Diclofenac potassium immediate-release tablets: 50 mg orally 3 times in a day, an initial dose of 100 mg orally followed by 50 mg oral doses may provide batter relief in some patients.