Diclofenac Tablets
Diclofenac tablets for joint pain and arthritis. They block the enzymes that create inflammation.
- Categories
- Women's Health · Pain & Anti-inflammatories
- Active ingredient
- Diclofenac
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 50mg · 100mg
The exact manufacturer offered is confirmed by the fulfilment partner before supply.
Prescription and consultation requirements for Diclofenac Tablets vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.
Diclofenac Tablets details
- Conditions
- Osteoarthritis · Rheumatoid Arthritis · Primary Dysmenorrhoea
- Alternative names
- voltaren
- Therapeutic class
- Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID)
- Pharmacological class
- NSAID
- Known off-label uses
- migraine
- Minor side effects
- dyspepsia; nausea; abdominal pain
- Moderate side effects
- elevated liver enzymes; headache; dizziness
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Prescription-only medicine (POM)
- Onset Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 8–12 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Aspirin; Warfarin; Lithium
- Age restrictions
- Approved for adults.
Contraindications
active peptic ulcer disease; recent coronary bypass graft surgery; history of aspirin-induced asthma
Serious side effects
gastrointestinal perforation, requires immediate medical attention; myocardial infarction, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Diclofenac tablets for joint pain and arthritis. They block the enzymes that create inflammation.
Mechanism of action
Non-selectively blocks cyclooxygenase-1 and 2 enzymes, halting prostaglandin synthesis inside inflamed tissue structures.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Avoid in late pregnancy due to potential fetal renal and cardiac injury. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
What you will receive
Diclofenac Tablets is a generic medicine sold under the name of its active ingredient, Diclofenac, rather than under a brand.
- The fulfilment partner confirms the offered manufacturer and product before supply.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form and pack shown at checkout before confirming an order.