Diclodex (50mg) 20 Tablets

This medicine is used to treat swelling and inflammation caused by mild to moderate painful disorders. It contains Diclofenac Potassium, an NSAID, which works by blocking the production of specific organic compounds in the body that lead to inflammation. This impact helps in reducing pain or swelling.

Diclofenac Potassium 50mg

NSAID

Tablet

Diclofenac potassium is utilized for the following therapeutic indications:

• Management of pain and inflammation
• Treatment of osteoarthritis
• Relief of symptoms in rheumatoid arthritis
• Acute gout attacks

Follow these dosage instructions:

• Take as per doctor's Prescription.
• Take 2-4 tablets daily as prescribed by the doctor. Don't use the medicine more than what your doctor has prescribed you.
• Take the tablets on a scheduled day regularly to get the most benefit.
• Your doctor will determine the treatment length based on your symptom severity.

If you think you have used too much of this medicine, talk to your doctor. Seek medical emergency help immediately. Watch out for symptoms like severe stomach pain, shallow breathing, extreme drowsiness, passing out, trouble breathing etc.

If you miss a dose, make sure to take it as soon as possible the same day. If you don't remember missing the dose, don't double it. Consult your doctor on how to adjust the missing doses.

Take this medication with a glass full of water. Do not lie down for at least 10 minutes after taking the tablet. If you feel stomach upset while taking this medicine, take it with food, milk, or an antacid. Take the medication regularly and simultaneously each day to get the most benefit from it.

Do not use this medication if:

• You have known liver or kidney impairment.
• You have hypersensitivity or are allergic to any of the components in the medicine.
• You have ever had asthma, urticaria, or allergic reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs.

Common side effects include:

• Stomach upset
• Nausea
• Heartburn
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Gas
• Headache
• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Blurred Vision

Follow these precautions and warnings before starting the medication:

• Talk to your doctor if you have any allergic reaction or known hypersensitivity to any of the medicine components.
• If you are pregnant, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
• If you are a lactating mother, talk to your doctor because this medicine passes in the breast milk.
• Tell your doctor if you have kidney or liver impairment.
• This medication may raise blood pressure. Check your blood pressure regularly and talk to your doctor if something doesn’t feel right.

This medication may interact with these drugs:

• Aliskiren
• ACE inhibitors (such as benazepril, and lisinopril)
• Angiotensin II receptor blockers (such as losartan, valsartan)
• Cidofovir
• Corticosteroids (such as dexamethasone, and prednisone)
• Lithium
• Methotrexate
• Water pills (diuretics such as furosemide)

Store the medicine at room temperature and keep out of direct sunlight, excessive heat, and moisture. Keep the medicine out of the reach of children and animals. Do not use the medication past its expiration date.

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Complete the full course of therapy and strictly adhere to the doctor's recommendations.