Diclofenac

Dosage Forms Available for Diclofenac

• Diclofenac is available for use via oral (tablet, capsule, powder for solution), topical (gel), rectal (suppository) intravenous (infusion).

Age And Dosage Restrictions for Diclofenac

• It is available for use in adults and children above 6 months of age in appropriate dosage.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• If a dose is missed, it should be taken if there is a considerable time gap until the subsequent scheduled dose. However, if the time is close to the next dose, adhering to the routine dosing schedule is advisable.
• Overdose of Diclofenac causes nausea and vomiting, stomach pain, bloody, black or tarry stools, vomiting of a substance that is bloody or looks like coffee grounds, drowsiness, slow, shallow, or irregular breathing, and loss of consciousness. Inform your doctor regarding these effects and follow the advice accordingly.

Medications To Avoid With Diclofenac

• Inform your doctor if you are taking painkillers like nimesulide, oxyphenbutazone, or metamizole, anti-blood clotting agents such as warfarin, blood pressure-lowering agents like hydrochlorothiazide, or medications for mania like lithium, as this medicine may interact with them.

Contraindications of Diclofenac

• Diclofenac is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to diclofenac or who have experienced asthma, urticaria or other allergic reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs. It is also contraindicated in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery and during the third trimester of pregnancy. Certain diclofenac formulations are contraindicated in patients with active gastrointestinal ulcers or bleeding, severe kidney impairment or severe liver impairment.

Use In Driving And Operating Machinery

• Avoid driving or operate machinery if you experience dizziness while taking this medication.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Diclofenac is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before using it.

Caution In Other Conditions

• Inform your doctor about your personal or family history of heart disease, heart attacks, strokes, smoking habits, and any prior or existing conditions like high cholesterol, high blood pressure, or diabetes.

Special Dietary & Lifestyle Recommendation

• Alcohol consumption should be avoided when using Diclofenac.
• Do not take this medication if you are allergic to Diclofenac.
• Taking this medication with food can relieve some associated gastrointestinal side effects like nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.