Why is diclofenac sodium used?
Diclofenac sodium is used to treat:
Arthritis and bone inflammation, such as rheumatoid arthritis, acute gout, and ankylosing spondylitis.
Back pain.
Muscle strains, sprains, sports injuries, and fractures.
Tendon conditions, such as tendonitis.
Mild aches and pains.
Do not take diclofenac sodium if:
You are allergic to the active ingredients or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
If you are allergic to NSAIDs, including acetylsalicylic acid.
If you have or have had a stomach or peptic ulcer, or gastrointestinal bleeding.
If you have experienced stomach or intestinal problems after taking other NSAIDs.
If you have severe liver or kidney disease.
If you have serious heart problems.
If you have had a stroke, heart attack, or blood vessel problems.
If you are in the last 3 months of pregnancy.
Warnings and Precautions:
Tell your doctor about all your health conditions, including:
If you have any stomach or intestinal disorders, including ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease.
If you have kidney or liver problems.
If you have a condition called porphyria.
If you have any blood disorder or bleed easily.
If you have high blood pressure.
If you have angina, blood clots, or high cholesterol levels.
If you have heart problems.
If you have diabetes.
If you smoke.
If you have systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
This drug may increase your risk of heart and blood vessel problems.
Possible Side Effects:
Stop using this product and seek immediate medical attention if you develop a rash; itching; red, blistering, or peeling skin; tightness in the chest or throat; difficulty breathing, swallowing, or speaking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
The frequency with which these side effects occur is unknown.
Serious Side Effects:
Severe chest pain and shortness of breath
Sudden weakness and numbness, loss of vision, trouble speaking
Abdominal pain with dark stools
Allergic reactions
If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your doctor or emergency room immediately.
Other Drugs and Diclofenac Sodium
Tell your doctor about all the medications you take, especially:
Other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Corticosteroids
Blood-thinning medications such as warfarin
Acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin)
Diabetes medications
Diuretics (water pills)
Lithium used for depression
Antibiotics
Heart and blood pressure medications
Phenytoin
Methotrexate
How to take diclofenac sodium:
Take this medication as directed by your doctor.
Take this medication with or immediately after meals.
The usual dose is 25-50 mg two or three times daily.
For children over 1 year of age, the dose is 1-3 mg/kg/day in two or three divided doses.
How to store diclofenac sodium:
Store at room temperature below 77°F (25°C).
Keep this medicine out of the reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date printed on the carton.
*The form and method of administration of Diclofenac Sodium 50 mg Tablets should be determined individually for each patient based on the therapeutic indication and severity of the disease.
Product Details:
Brand: Rofenac
Quantity: 10 Suppositories
Product Form: Suppositories
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