Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of abdominal pain. It helps reduce the amount of acid in the stomach and provide relief from acid-related indigestion and heartburn. It also blocks the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain, inflammation, and fever.
Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it in the dose and duration directed by your doctor. Take it regularly and do not discontinue using it until the doctor tells you it is alright to stop.
Using of the medicine may cause some common side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and loss of appetite. If you experience any of such side effects that do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms.
Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or disorders. To make sure it is safe for you, you should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking. It should be used with caution in patients who are alcoholic or have liver or kidney disease. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.
Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it in the dose and duration directed by your doctor. Take it regularly and do not discontinue using it until the doctor tells you it is alright to stop.
Using of the medicine may cause some common side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and loss of appetite. If you experience any of such side effects that do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms.
Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or disorders. To make sure it is safe for you, you should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are taking. It should be used with caution in patients who are alcoholic or have liver or kidney disease. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.
Uses of Diclosef Tablet
Benefits of Diclosef Tablet
In Abdominal pain
Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet gives relief from abdominal pain and works best if they are used when the first signs of pain occur. It slows the natural movements of the gut and relaxes the muscles in the stomach and intestines. By doing this, it relieves stomach cramps, pain, bloating and discomfort. Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet also reduces acidity and gives relief from heartburn. Take this medicine before meals and at bedtime or as directed by your doctor.
Side effects of Diclosef Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Diclosef
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Loss of appetite
How to use Diclosef Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Diclosef Tablet works
Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Diclofenac and Famotidine which relieve abdominal pain. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by preventing the formation of chemicals responsible for fever, pain, and inflammation (redness and swelling). Famotidine is an H2 blocker (type of antacid). It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps to get relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet may cause headaches, blurred vision, dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet may cause headaches, blurred vision, dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Diclosef Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Diclosef 50 mg/20 mg Tablet to get relief from abdominal pain and acidity.
- It is best to take it when the first sign of pain occurs.
- Avoid taking any antacid at least 2 hours before or after taking this medicine.
- Incorporate the folowing lifestyle changes in order to prevent acidity and indigestion:
- Make sure you eat regular meals and drink plenty of water.
- Avoid spicy and fatty fried food.
- Lose weight if you are obese.
- If you are a smoker, consider giving up.
- Don't drink too much alcohol.
- Do not go to bed immediately after taking a meal. Sit in a relaxed position for some time for better digestion.
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- MedIndia. Diclofenac+Famotidine. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Country of origin: India
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