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Diclofen Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Muscle Pain, Toothache, Rheumatic Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Diclofen Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Diclofen Injection. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Diclofen Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Diclofen Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Diclofen Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Diclofen Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Diclofen Injection related warnings section.
Diclofen Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Diclofen Injection in conditions like Stomach Infection, Skin Rash, Stroke. The section on Diclofen Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Diclofen Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Diclofen Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Diclofen Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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.
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Is the use of Diclofen Injection safe for pregnant women?
Diclofen should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Diclofen Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Diclofen for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Diclofen Injection on the Kidneys?
Diclofen may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Diclofen Injection on the Liver?
Effects of Diclofen on the liver can be severe. It is not safe for use without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Diclofen Injection on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Diclofen. 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.
Diclofen Injection 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 Diclofen Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Diclofen Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Diclofen Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Diclofen Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Diclofen Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Diclofen Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Diclofen Injection
There is no information on the effects of taking Diclofen Injection with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Diclofen Injection
Consumption of alcohol and Diclofen Injection together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Diclofen can't be taken at the same time until unless prescribed by your doctor because it can significantly reduce the bioavailability of amoxicillin due to which the effectiveness of amoxicillin will decrease.
Yes, Diclofen can be used in a migraine. Diclofenac and other NSAIDs are used in treating migraine. But you are recommended to consult a doctor for the right medication.
No, Diclofen is not banned in India. It has been approved by CDSCO.
Yes, Diclofen is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed such as epigastric pain (stomach pain), nausea, headache, dizziness, rashes, gastric ulceration, and bleeding are less common.
Yes, Diclofen 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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