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Diclofen 50 mg

Tablet

Generic: Diclofenac Sodium

Square Pharma

Therapeutic Class: Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID)

Indications

Pain, arthritis, inflammation.

Pharmacology

Diclofenac is a phenylacetic acid derivative NSAID. It inhibits cyclo-oxygenase and reduces prostaglandin synthesis, giving marked anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic effects.

Dosage & Administration

1 tablet 2-3 times daily after meal.

Side Effects

Gastric irritation.

Precautions & Warnings

Take after food. Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time. Use with caution in the elderly and in asthma, hypertension, heart, kidney or liver disease and a history of peptic ulcer. Avoid in suspected dengue fever.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to diclofenac, aspirin or other NSAIDs. Active peptic ulcer or gastro-intestinal bleeding. Heart failure, ischaemic heart disease, peripheral arterial disease or cerebrovascular disease. Severe kidney or liver impairment. Last trimester of pregnancy.

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.

This information is for reference only. Always consult a qualified doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.

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