Emov 1% w/w (Gel)
25 gm tube: ৳ 25.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Diclofenac sodium |
| Company | Edruc limited |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Rheumatology
- Inflammatory forms of rheumatism
- Degenerative forms of rheumatism
- Polyarthritis
- Ankylosing spondylarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Acute gout
- Surgery and Traumatology
- Sprain
- Bruises
- Dislocations
- Fractures
- Soft tissue injuries
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Primary dysmenorrhoea
- Episiotomy
- Adnexitis
- Endometritis
- Parametritis
- Salpingitis
- Mastitis
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Pre-operative medication
- Dentistry
- Post-operative pain
- Post-traumatic pain
- Other indications
Pharmacology
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
- Anti-rheumatic
- Analgesic
- Antipyretic
- Uricosuric effect
- Inhibits prostaglandin biosynthesis
- Rapid and complete absorption
- Peak plasma concentrations reached in 2 hours
- 99.7% bound to plasma proteins
- Metabolized in the liver
Dosage & Administration
- Diclofenac FC Tablet 75-150 mg daily
- Diclofenac SR Tablet 1 tablet daily for adults
- Diclofenac SR Tablet 1-3 mg/kg body weight for children
- Diclofenac Dispersible Tablet 2-3 tablets daily for adults
- Diclofenac Dispersible Tablet 1-3 mg/kg body weight for children
- Diclofenac TR Capsule 1 capsule daily
- Diclofenac Suppository 50 mg 2-3 times daily for adults
- Diclofenac injection 1-2 ampoules daily for adults
- Diclofenac Gel 2-4 g applied 3-4 times daily
- External use only
Interaction
- Lithium and digoxin
- Anticoagulants
- Antidiabetic agents
- Cyclosporin
- Methotrexate
- Quinolone antimicrobials
- Other NSAIDs and steroids
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any ingredient
- Peptic ulcer
- Hypersensitivity to Diclofenac
- Non-steroid anti-inflammatory agents
- Asthmatic patients
Side Effects
- Mild, rare and transient adverse effects
- Epigastric pain
- Eructation
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Peripheral edema
- Skin reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use only for compelling reasons during pregnancy
- Lowest effective dose should be used
- Not recommended during the first trimester
- Not recommended during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Close observation in patients with advanced age
- Avoid contact with eyes or mucus membranes
- Do not take by mouth
Therapeutic Class
- Drugs for Osteoarthritis
- Drugs used for Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Storage Conditions
- Cool and dry place
- Protected from light
- Below 30°C
- Keep out of the reach of children