PRODUCT DETAILS

Composition

• Diclofenac potassium 50 mg

Category / Class

• Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
• Analgesic and anti-inflammatory medicine

Use / Indications

Used for:

• Mild to moderate pain
• Musculoskeletal pain
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Osteoarthritis
• Menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea)
• Dental pain
• Post-operative pain
• Migraine attacks (in some formulations)

Mechanism of Action

Diclofenac blocks cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, reducing prostaglandin production responsible for pain, inflammation, and fever.

Direction of Use

Typical adult dosage:

• 50 mg 2–3 times daily depending on condition and doctor’s prescription
• Take with or after food to reduce stomach irritation
• Swallow tablet whole with water
• Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration possible

Common Side Effects

• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Indigestion
• Heartburn
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Drowsiness
• Increased blood pressure

Serious Side Effects

Seek urgent medical care if patient develops:

• Black/tarry stools
• Vomiting blood
• Chest pain
• Stroke symptoms
• Severe allergic reactions
• Yellow eyes/skin (liver injury)
• Reduced urination or swelling

Warnings

Do NOT use in patients with:

• Active stomach ulcer or GI bleeding
• Severe heart disease
• Severe liver or kidney disease
• History of NSAID allergy/asthma
• After coronary bypass surgery (CABG)
• Late pregnancy (third trimester)

Drug Interactions

Use cautiously with:

• Other NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen, mefenamic acid)
• Aspirin
• Blood thinners (warfarin)
• Steroids
• SSRIs antidepressants
• Antihypertensives
• Diuretics
• Methotrexate
• Lithium

Cautions

• Avoid alcohol due to increased stomach bleeding risk
• Long-term use may increase risk of heart attack or stroke
• Elderly patients are at higher risk of stomach bleeding
• Use cautiously in hypertension, asthma, diabetes, or smokers
• Avoid combining multiple NSAIDs together