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Diclogal is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Gel, Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Muscle Pain, Toothache, Rheumatic Pain. Secondary and off-label uses of Diclogal have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Diclogal is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Diclogal can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Diclogal normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Diclogal is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Diclogal's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Diclogal can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Diclogal in conditions like Stomach Infection, Skin Rash, Stroke. Some other conditions that can be affected by Diclogal are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Diclogal with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Diclogal is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Diclogal is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Diclogal is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Diclogal safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Diclogal. If you are pregnant, do not take Diclogal without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Diclogal safe during breastfeeding?
Diclogal has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Diclogal on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Diclogal can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Diclogal on the Liver?
Diclogal can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
What is the effect of Diclogal on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Diclogal. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Diclogal should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Diclogal unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Diclogal habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Diclogal has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Diclogal will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Diclogal only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Diclogal for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Diclogal
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Diclogal with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Diclogal
Taking Diclogal with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Diclogal can cause the blood to become less viscous (thin).
No, Diclogal should not be taken in Dengue because it can increase the risk of internal bleeding. Patients should consult a medical professional, take ample rest and drink plenty of fluids. However, paracetamol can be taken to bring down fever and reduce joint aches.
No, Diclogal does not cause sleepiness because prescribed Diclogal has no effect on the central nervous system but an overdose of medication may lead to sleepiness, loss of consciousness, seizures, and mild depression.
No, Diclogal can't be taken at the same time until unless prescribed by your doctor because it can significantly reduce the bioavailability of amoxicillin due to which the effectiveness of amoxicillin will decrease.
Yes, Diclogal is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed such as epigastric pain (stomach pain), nausea, headache, dizziness, rashes, gastric ulceration, and bleeding are less common.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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