Dilofen Injection

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Dilofen Injection

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Dilofen Information

Dilofen is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Muscle Pain, Toothache, Rheumatic Pain. Other than this, Dilofen has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Dilofen. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dilofen as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Dilofen go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Dilofen's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Dilofen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dilofen related warnings section.

Dilofen can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Dilofen in conditions like Stomach Infection, Skin Rash, Stroke. Some other conditions that can be affected by Dilofen are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Dilofen may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Dilofen, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.



Dilofen Benefits & Uses

Dilofen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Dilofen Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult
  • Disease: Headache
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: 2 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Dilofen Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Dilofen safe for pregnant women?


    Dilofen shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Dilofen safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Dilofen for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Dilofen on the Kidneys?


    Effects of Dilofen on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Dilofen on the Liver?


    Dilofen may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Dilofen on the Heart?


    The heart can be affected by Dilofen. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Dilofen with Other Drugs

Dilofen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Dilofen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dilofen unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Dilofen

  • Is this Dilofen habit forming or addictive?


    Dilofen is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Dilofen does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Dilofen is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Dilofen is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Dilofen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Dilofen


    Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Dilofen and food will interact.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Dilofen


    Consuming Dilofen with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Dilofen

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Dilofen work?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Dilofen 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Dilofen cause weight gain?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Dilofen does not cause weight gain. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing weight gain after consuming this drug.

Question about 5 years ago

Can Dilofen cause renal failure?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, long-term use of Dilofen can cause renal failure. Do not take it without doctor's advice. Otherwise, It may lead to several kidney related problems.

Question over 5 years ago

Can i take Dilofen with tramadol?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Dilofen can be taken with tramadol. No harmful interactions have been reported. However, if you experience any unpleasant effects after taking these medicines at the same time, please consult your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can i take Dilofen for headache?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Dilofen for a headache. This drug blocks the pain sensitizing mechanism induced by bradykinin (an inflammatory mediator).



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 427-429

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Voltaren® (diclofenac sodium)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Diclofenac (diclofenac sodium)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Solaraze® (diclofenac sodium)

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