Diclofenac Sodium
Diclofenac Sodium Products are primarily used for
Fever, Pain relief, Headache
About Diclofenac Sodium Products
Uses of Diclofenac Sodium Products
Diclofenac is used for fever, pain relief, headache, dental pain, post operative pain, pain during menstruation, arthralgia, muscle pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis and gout. It relieves pain in conditions like headache, mild migraine, muscle pain, dental pain, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis, or painful menses.
Diclofenac Sodium Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Diclofenac Sodium are Nausea, Headache, Dizziness, Vomiting, Flatulence, Constipation, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Dyspepsia, Gastrointestinal bleeding, Gastrointestinal ulcer, Rash, Application site irritation, Injection site pain.
How Diclofenac Sodium Products work
Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Patient Concerns about Diclofenac Sodium Products
Frequently asked questions about Diclofenac Sodium Products
Frequently asked questions about Diclofenac
Q. How should Diclofenac Sodium Injection be administered?
Diclofenac Sodium Injection should only be given by a healthcare professional. It can be given deep into the muscle (intramuscularly), preferably in the buttock, under the skin (subcutaneously), or directly into a vein (intravenously) as a bolus and not as an infusion. The dose should not exceed the prescribed quantity and injection should not be given for more than 2 days.
Q. What is the most important information I need to know about Diclofenac Sodium Injection?
It is important to know that Diclofenac Sodium Injection may increase your chance of having a heart attack or stroke. The risk is higher if you take higher doses and have used the medicine for a long time. Additionally, Diclofenac Sodium Injection may cause ulcers, bleeding, or holes in your stomach and intestine. If you experience any such problems, consult your doctor immediately.
Q. Is Diclofenac Sodium Injection a good painkiller?
Diclofenac Sodium Injection is effective in relieving pain and inflammation. It is used for various sorts of pain such as sprains, strains, and other injuries. It is also helpful in various types of arthritis, gout, pain, and inflammation following surgery.
Q. Can Diclofenac Sodium Injection hurt your kidneys?
Long-term use and high doses of Diclofenac Sodium Injection may cause renal problems such as protein or blood in urine and painful urination. Patients who are at maximum risk of developing kidney problems include dehydrated people, individuals with heart failure, impaired kidney function, hypertension, and the elderly. Hence, for such patients kidney function monitoring is recommended.