D-Fenac 1% w/w (Gel)
10 gm tube: ৳ 12.68
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Diclofenac sodium |
| Company | Doctors chemical works ltd |
Indications
- Rheumatology
- Inflammatory conditions
- Degenerative forms of rheumatism
- Polyarthritis
- Ankylosing spondylarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Spondylarthroses
- Acute gout
- Peri-articular rheumatic disorders
- Sprain
- Bruises
- Dislocations
- Fractures
- Soft tissue injuries
- Surgical interventions
- Obstetrics
- Gynecology
- Dysmenorrhoea
- Episiotomy
- Adnexitis
- Endometritis
- Parametritis
- Salpingitis
- Mastitis
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Dentistry
- Post-operative pain
- Post-traumatic pain
- Pain prevention
- Inflammation treatment
- Swelling treatment
- Urogenital tract procedures
- Renal colic treatment
- Biliary colic treatment
Pharmacology
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
- Anti-rheumatic
- Analgesic
- Antipyretic
- Uricosuric effect
- Inhibition of prostaglandin biosynthesis
- Rapid and complete absorption from gastro-intestinal tract
- Peak plasma concentrations reached in 2 hours
- 99.7% bound to plasma proteins
- Metabolized in the liver
- Undergoes first pass metabolism
Dosage & Administration
- Dosage for Diclofenac FC Tablet for adults
- Dosage for Diclofenac SR Tablet for adults
- Dosage for Diclofenac SR Tablet for children
- Dosage for Diclofenac SR Tablet for elderly patients
- Dosage for Diclofenac Dispersible Tablet for adults
- Dosage for Diclofenac Dispersible Tablet for children
- Dosage for Diclofenac TR Capsule
- Dosage for Diclofenac Suppository for adults
- Maximum daily dose for Diclofenac Suppository
- Dosage for Diclofenac injection
- Dosage for Diclofenac Gel
- Instructions for external use of Diclofenac Gel
Interaction
- Interaction with Lithium and digoxin
- Interaction with Anticoagulants
- Interaction with Antidiabetic agents
- Interaction with Cyclosporin
- Interaction with Methotrexate
- Interaction with Quinolone antimicrobials
- Interaction with Other NSAIDs and steroids
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any ingredient
- Peptic ulcer
- Hypersensitivity to Diclofenac or other NSAIDs
- Contraindicated in asthmatic patients
- Contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to acetylsalicylic acid
Side Effects
- Epigastric pain
- Eructation
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Peripheral edema
- Skin reactions
- Rash
- Eczema
- Local irritation from Diclofenac Gel
- Reddening of the skin from Diclofenac Gel
- Skin rash from Diclofenac Gel
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use during pregnancy for compelling reasons
- Lowest effective dose during pregnancy
- Not recommended during the first trimester of pregnancy
- Diclofenac Sodium Gel not recommended during pregnancy
- Insignificant quantity in breast milk
- No undesirable effects on the infant expected
Precautions & Warnings
- Peptic ulceration or gastrointestinal bleeding
- Close observation for advanced age patients
- Avoid contact with eyes or mucus membranes (Gel)
- Proper hand washing after application (Gel)
- Not to be taken by mouth (Gel)
Therapeutic Class
- Drugs for Osteoarthritis
- Drugs used for Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Storage Conditions
- Cool and dry storage
- Protected from light
- Storage below 30°C
- Keep out of the reach of children