Dyclo 50Mg Tablet

Uses:

Diclofenac is used to relieve pain swelling (inflammation) and joint stiffness caused by arthritis. Reducing these symptoms helps you do more of your normal daily activities. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

If you are treating a chronic condition such as arthritis ask your doctor about non-drug treatments and/or using other medications to treat your pain.

Side Effects:

Upset stomach nausea heartburn diarrhea constipation gas headache drowsiness and dizziness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

This medication may raise your blood pressure. Check your blood pressure regularly and tell your doctor if the results are high.

Tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: hearing changes (such as ringing in the ears) mental/mood changes difficult/painful swallowing symptoms of heart failure (such as swelling ankles/feet unusual tiredness unusual/sudden weight gain).

Get medical help right away if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur: signs of kidney problems (such as change in the amount of urine) unexplained stiff neck.

This drug may rarely cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. Get medical help right away if you have any symptoms of liver damage including: dark urine persistent nausea/vomiting/loss of appetite stomach/abdominal pain yellowing eyes or skin.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction including: rash itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat) severe dizziness trouble breathing.

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Pre-Cautions:

Before taking diclofenac tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to aspirin or other NSAIDs (such as ibuprofen naproxen celecoxib); or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history especially of: asthma (including a history of worsening breathing after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs) bleeding or clotting problems heart disease (such as previous heart attack) high blood pressure liver disease growths in the nose (nasal polyps) stomach/intestinal/esophagus problems (such as bleeding ulcers recurring heartburn) stroke.

Kidney problems can sometimes occur with the use of NSAID medications including diclofenac. Problems are more likely to occur if you are dehydrated have heart failure or kidney disease are an older adult or if you take certain medications (see also Drug Interactions section). Drink plenty of fluids as directed by your doctor to prevent dehydration and tell your doctor right away if you have a change in the amount of urine.

Before having surgery tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs nonprescription drugs and herbal products).

This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you more dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive use machinery or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).

This medicine may cause stomach bleeding. Daily use of alcohol and tobacco especially when combined with this medicine may increase your risk for stomach bleeding. Limit alcohol and stop smoking. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

This medication may make you more sensitive to the sun. Limit your time in the sun. Avoid tanning booths and sunlamps. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing when outdoors. Tell your doctor right away if you get sunburned or have skin blisters/redness.

Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of this drug especially stomach/intestinal bleeding kidney problems and worsening heart problems.

Before using this medication women of childbearing age should talk with their doctor(s) about the benefits and risks (such as miscarriage trouble getting pregnant). Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or if you plan to become pregnant. During pregnancy this medication should be used only when clearly needed. It is not recommended for use during the first and last trimesters of pregnancy due to possible harm to the unborn baby and interference with normal labor/delivery.

This drug passes into breast milk. While there have been no reports of harm to nursing infants consult your doctor before breast-feeding.