Diclofenac (100mg)
Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food or milk to prevent stomach upset. Inform your doctor if you have any history of heart disease or stroke.The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, indigestion, flatulence, decreased appetite, headache, and dizziness. Your doctor may also regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment. Long-term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR should be used with precaution in patients with asthma and cardiovascular bleeding. This medicine is contraindicated for the treatment of perioperative pain in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine as it may cause harmful effects to the developing baby.
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 themCommon side effects of Diclofen
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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. Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Related Warnings
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR.
Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR 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.
Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR may cause headaches, blurred vision, dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR 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.
No, Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR is not a narcotic. It belongs to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) group of medicines.
No, Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR does not get you high. It does not have an abuse potential (drug-seeking behavior) and does not cause physical or psychological dependence. However, if you do not feel well, consult your doctor.
Long-term use and high doses of Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR 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 people who are dehydrated, have heart failure, impaired kidney function, hypertension, elderly, who are on medicines which cause excess urination (diuretics), or medicines which have significant impact on kidney function. Hence, for such patients kidney function monitoring is recommended.
Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR can cause drowsiness and also dizziness, fatigue (tiredness) and visual disturbances. However, it is not very common and may not affect everyone. If you experience these symptoms avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
It is important to know that Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR may increase your chance of having a heart attack or stroke. The risk is more if you take higher doses and have been using the medicine for a longer time. Also, taking Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR may cause ulcers, bleeding, or holes in your stomach and intestine. These problems may happen without warning symptoms at any time during treatment and may even cause death. Therefore, if you encounter any such problems, consult your doctor immediately.
You should not take Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR during the last 3 months of pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects on your baby. Use of Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR can also lead to reduced labor (premature delivery). Hence, it is advised to avoid using Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR during the first 6 months of pregnancy also. In some cases, Diclofen 100mg Tablet SR may be prescribed in pregnant women only if the benefits outweigh the risks involved with its use in pregnant women. If not sure, consult your doctor regarding its use.
