Diclofast SR 100 mg (Capsule (Sustained Release))
Unit Price: ৳ 3.00 (10 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 30.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Diclofenac sodium |
| Company | Al madina pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Rheumatology
- Inflammatory and degenerative forms of rheumatism
- Chronic involutive
- Polyarthritis
- Ankylosing spondylarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Spondylarthroses
- Acute gout
- Peri-articular rheumatic disorders
- Surgery and Traumatology
- Sprain
- Bruises
- Dislocations
- Fractures
- Soft tissue injuries
- Surgical interventions
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Primary dysmenorrhoea
- Episiotomy
- Adnexitis
- Endometritis
- Parametritis
- Salpingitis
- Mastitis
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Pre-operative medication
- Dentistry
- Post-operative pain
- Post-traumatic pain
- Inflammation
- Swelling
- Urogenital tract pain prevention
- Renal and biliary colic pain prevention
Pharmacology
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
- Anti-rheumatic
- Analgesic
- Antipyretic
- Uricosuric effect
- Inhibits prostaglandin biosynthesis
- Rapid and complete absorption from gastrointestinal tract
- Metabolized in the liver
- Undergoes first pass metabolism
- Peak plasma concentrations reached within 2 hours
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage: 75-150 mg daily
- Divided doses
- Reduction in long-term use
- Children dosage: 1-3 mg/kg body weight daily in divided doses
- Elderly patients: Lowest effective dosage
- Dispersible tablet usage instructions
- Suppository dosage: 50 mg 2-3 times daily
Interaction
- Lithium and digoxin interaction
- Anticoagulants interaction
- Antidiabetic agents interaction
- Cyclosporin nephrotoxicity interaction
- Methotrexate toxicity interaction
- Quinolone antimicrobials convulsions interaction
- NSAIDs and steroids co-administration
- Aspirin plasma levels lowering
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any ingredient
- Peptic ulcer
- Hypersensitivity to Diclofenac or other NSAIDs
- Contra-indicated in asthmatic patients
- Contraindicated under occlusive airtight dressings
Side Effects
- Epigastric pain
- Eructation
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Peripheral edema
- Skin reactions
- Local irritation
- Reddening of the skin
- Skin rash
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use only for compelling reasons during pregnancy
- Lowest effective dose should be used
- Not recommended during first trimester
- Not recommended during lactation
- Insignificant quantity detected in breast milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Close observation for peptic ulceration or gastrointestinal bleeding
- Close observation for patients of advanced age
- Avoid contact with eyes or mucus membranes
- Proper hand wash after application
- Avoid oral intake
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
- Store below 30°C
- Keep out of the reach of children
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