Diclonac Gel Information
Diclonac Gel is a prescription drug, available for use as Gel. It is typically used for the treatment of Muscle Pain, Toothache, Rheumatic Pain. The alternative uses of Diclonac Gel have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Diclonac Gel depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Diclonac Gel side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Diclonac Gel go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Diclonac Gel's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Diclonac Gel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Stomach Infection, Skin Rash, Stroke must refrain from the use of Diclonac Gel since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Diclonac Gel contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Diclonac Gel have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Diclonac Gel is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Diclonac Gel Benefits & Uses
Diclonac Gel is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
- Toothache (Read More - Home remedies for toothache)
- Rheumatic Pain
Other Benefits
- Headache
- Joint Pain (Read More - How to Relieve Joint Pain Naturally: Best Home Remedies)
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
- Migraine (Read More - Home remedies for migraines)
- Leg Pain (Read More - Home remedies for leg pain and weakness)
- Body Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Body Pain)
- Sciatica (Read More - Home Remedies for Sciatica: Alleviate Pain Naturally)
- Foot Pain (Read More - How to Ease Foot Pain at Home with Natural Techniques)
Diclonac Gel Dosage & How to Take
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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Diclonac Gel Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Diclonac Gel is used -
Severe
- Nephrotoxic
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Diarrhoea
- Pancreatic inflammation
- Liver Damage
Moderate
- Fluid Retention
- पेट दर्द
- Arrhythimia
Mild
- Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
- Nausea or vomiting
Diclonac Gel Related Warnings
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Is the use of Diclonac Gel safe for pregnant women?
Diclonac should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Severe -
Is the use of Diclonac Gel safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Diclonac on breastfeeding women are very mild.
Mild -
What is the effect of Diclonac Gel on the Kidneys?
Use of Diclonac may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Diclonac Gel on the Liver?
Diclonac can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
Severe -
What is the effect of Diclonac Gel on the Heart?
Diclonac may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Moderate
Severe Interaction of Diclonac Gel with Other Drugs
Diclonac Gel should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Diclonac Gel Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Diclonac Gel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Edema
- Stomach Infection
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Kidney Disease
- Skin Rash
- Heart Attack
- Stroke
- Asthma
- Anemia
- Heart Failure
- Liver Disease
- Peptic Ulcer
Frequently asked Questions about Diclonac Gel
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Is this Diclonac Gel habit forming or addictive?
Diclonac Gel is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Diclonac Gel will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Diclonac Gel only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Diclonac Gel is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Diclonac Gel Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Diclonac Gel
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Diclonac Gel and food will interact.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Diclonac Gel
Consuming Diclonac Gel with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Severe
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References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Voltaren® (diclofenac sodium)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Diclofenac (diclofenac sodium)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Solaraze® (diclofenac sodium)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 427-429
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Voltaren® (diclofenac sodium)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Diclofenac (diclofenac sodium)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Solaraze® (diclofenac sodium)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 427-429
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Voltaren® (diclofenac sodium)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Diclofenac (diclofenac sodium)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Solaraze® (diclofenac sodium)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 427-429
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Voltaren® (diclofenac sodium)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Diclofenac (diclofenac sodium)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Solaraze® (diclofenac sodium)
