Dilock SR 100 mg (Tablet (Sustained Release))

Unit Price: ৳ 3.00 (100's pack: ৳ 300.00)

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Diclofenac sodium
Company Bristol pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Dilock 50 mg tablet Dilock tr 100 mg capsule

Title

  • Diclofenac Sodium Gel

Categories

  • Pain Relief
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Analgesic

Description

  • A potent non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
  • Used for rheumatology, surgery, traumatology, obstetrics, gynecology, otorhinolaryngology, dentistry, and other indications
  • Rapidly and completely absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract
  • Metabolized in the liver
  • Well tolerated with mild, rare, and transient adverse effects

Color options

  • Transparent gel

Functions

  • Pain relief
  • Inflammation reduction
  • Analgesic properties
  • Antipyretic properties
  • Uricosuric effect

Materials

  • Diclofenac Sodium
  • Plasma proteins
  • Lithium
  • Digoxin
  • Anticoagulants
  • Antidiabetic agents
  • Cyclosporin
  • Methotrexate
  • Quinolone antimicrobials
  • Other NSAIDs and steroids

Technical specifications

  • Absorption rate: Rapid and complete from the gastrointestinal tract
  • Plasma protein binding: 99.7%
  • Metabolism: Liver metabolism with first pass metabolism
  • Recommended daily dosage:
    • Tablet adults: 75-150 mg daily in 2 to 3 divided doses
    • Tablet children: 1-3 mg of diclofenac/kg body weight daily in divided doses
    • Maximum daily dose: 150 mg

Design elements

  • Format:
    • Tablet
    • Suppository
    • Injection
    • Gel
    • Dispersible Tablet
    • Capsule
  • Application method: External use only
  • Storage instructions: Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light, below 30°C

Usability features

  • Preferred administration: Preferably after food or at meal times
  • Contraindications: Not for use by patients hypersensitive to any ingredient or with peptic ulcer
  • Precautions: Should not come in contact with eyes or mucus membranes, hands should be washed properly after application

Dimensions

  • Tablet: Various sizes based on dosage
  • Gel: 2-4g to be applied to the affected area 3-4 times daily

Pregnancy and lactation

  • Use during pregnancy: Only for compelling reasons, lowest effective dose to be used, not recommended in first trimester, not recommended for Diclofenac Sodium Gel
  • Breastfeeding: Very insignificant quantity may be detected in breast milk

Interaction

  • Lithium
  • Digoxin
  • Anticoagulants
  • Antidiabetic agents
  • Cyclosporin
  • Methotrexate
  • Quinolone antimicrobials
  • Other NSAIDs and steroids

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to any ingredient, peptic ulcer, asthmatic patients with certain conditions

Side effects

  • Epigastric pain
  • Eructation
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Peripheral edema
  • Skin reactions
  • Local irritation and reddening of the skin

Precautions and warnings

  • Peptic ulceration or gastrointestinal bleeding: Close observation required
  • Advanced age patients: Close observation required

Therapeutic class

  • Drugs for Osteoarthritis
  • Drugs used for Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)

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