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Dicet Plus, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Other than this, Dicet Plus has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Dicet Plus. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Dicet Plus are Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Dicet Plus have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Dicet Plus go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Dicet Plus's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Dicet Plus has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Dicet Plus related warnings section.
Dicet Plus is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Kidney Disease, Heart Attack as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug interactions for Dicet Plus have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dicet Plus is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Dicet Plus is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Dicet Plus safe for pregnant women?
Dicet Plus has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Dicet Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Dicet Plus on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Dicet Plus on the Kidneys?
Dicet Plus may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Dicet Plus on the Liver?
Dicet Plus can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Dicet Plus on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Dicet Plus. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Dicet Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dicet Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dicet Plus habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Dicet Plus is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Dicet Plus, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Dicet Plus can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Dicet Plus should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Dicet Plus in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Dicet Plus
You can take Dicet Plus with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dicet Plus
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Dicet Plus with alcohol will be.
Dicet Plus is a brand name of diclofenac. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs). It is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, bursitis, ankylosing spondylitis, toothache, dysmenorrhoea, renal colic, post-traumatic disorder and post-operative inflammatory conditions which affords quick relief from pain and wounds and edema (swelling).
Yes, Dicet Plus can cause the blood to become less viscous (thin).
No, Dicet Plus should not be taken in Dengue because it can increase the risk of internal bleeding. Patients should consult a medical professional, take ample rest and drink plenty of fluids. However, paracetamol can be taken to bring down fever and reduce joint aches.
Dicet Plus works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions like sports injuries, dental surgery, bursitis, low backache, dysmenorrhoea, post-operative pain, and osteoarthritis.
Yes, Dicet Plus can be given in a toothache generally tooth pain occur due to infection so preferably it should be taken with a combination of antibiotics. Please consult the dentist before taking this medication.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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