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Our Housecall e-newsletter will keep you up-to-date on the latest health information. All rights reserved. It's best to take the lowest dose of diclofenac for the shortest time to control your symptoms. Talk to your doctor if you're unsure how long you need to take it for. Diclofenac tablets and capsules can cause an ulcer in your stomach or gut if you take them for a long time or in big doses.
There's also a small risk of heart failure or kidney failure if you take very big doses mg a day for a long time. It's best to take the lowest dose that works for the shortest possible time. If you need to take diclofenac very often or you're taking a big dose, talk to your doctor about the best way to treat your pain.
The type of painkiller that's best depends on what type of pain you have and the cause of your pain. Ibuprofen and naproxen also belong to this group of painkillers. If you need to take an NSAID long term, your doctor or pharmacist may recommend ibuprofen or naproxen instead of diclofenac. This is because they're less likely to cause heart problems. If NSAIDs do not get rid of your pain, you can try painkillers that you can buy from pharmacies and shops, such as paracetamol or co-codamol paracetamol combined with low-dose codeine.
If the medicine you buy is not controlling your pain, your doctor may recommend additional treatment to help your pain, such as exercise or physiotherapy. Diclofenac does not work for some types of pain, such as nerve pain. Your doctor will have to prescribe a different medicine to treat peripheral neuropathy nerve pain. Diclofenac tablets and capsules can cause an ulcer in your stomach or gut if you take them for a long time or in big doses, or if you're elderly or in poor general health.
Your doctor may tell you not to take diclofenac if you have a stomach ulcer or have had one in the past. If you need to take diclofenac but you're at risk of getting a stomach ulcer, your doctor may prescribe another medicine for you to take alongside diclofenac to protect your stomach.
It's important to take your diclofenac tablets or capsules after a meal or snack, or with a drink of milk. They'll be less likely to upset or irritate your stomach.
The most common symptom of a stomach ulcer is a burning or gnawing pain in the centre of the stomach. But stomach ulcers are not always painful and some people may have other symptoms, such as indigestion, heartburn and feeling sick. If you're prone to stomach ulcers or have had one before, take paracetamol instead of diclofenac as it's gentler on your stomach. Stop taking diclofenac and contact your doctor if you think you may have symptoms of a stomach ulcer.
These can include intense pain in the centre of your stomach, indigestion, heartburn and feeling sick. No, diclofenac is not addictive, but it's important to always take it as prescribed.
When you stop taking diclofenac tablets or capsules, or stop using the suppositories, the effects will wear off after about 15 hours. When you stop using the gel, plasters or patches, the effects will wear off after 1 or 2 days. Taking anti-inflammatory medicines, like diclofenac, in large doses or for a long time can affect ovulation in women. This may make it more difficult to get pregnant.
Do not take diclofenac if you're trying to get pregnant, or if you're having tests for infertility. Diclofenac will not affect any contraceptives, including the combined pill or emergency contraception. Yes, you can drink alcohol while taking diclofenac. But drinking too much alcohol may irritate your stomach. Try to keep to the recommended guidelines of no more than 14 units of alcohol a week. A standard glass of wine ml is 2 units.
A pint of lager or beer is usually 2 to 3 units of alcohol. Apart from not drinking too much alcohol, you can eat and drink normally while taking diclofenac. It happens rarely, but some people can feel tired, dizzy or sleepy when they take diclofenac. They may also have problems with their eyesight. If diclofenac affects you in this way, do not drive or ride a bike until it passes and you feel OK again. Page last reviewed: 10 June Next review due: 10 June Diclofenac - Brand names: Voltarol, Dicloflex, Diclomax, Econac, Fenactol, Motifene On this page About diclofenac Key facts Who can and cannot take diclofenac How and when to take or use diclofenac Taking diclofenac with other painkillers Side effects How to cope with side effects of diclofenac Pregnancy and breastfeeding Cautions with other medicines Common questions about diclofenac.
About diclofenac Diclofenac is a medicine that reduces swelling inflammation and pain. These include: rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis sprains and strains in muscles and ligaments back pain toothache migraine gout ankylosing spondylitis — this causes inflammation of the spine and other parts of the body Diclofenac comes as tablets and capsules, including slow-release tablets and capsules, and suppositories.
Help us improve our website Can you answer a quick question about your visit today? Take diclofenac tablets or capsules with a meal or snack, or just after eating. Common side effects are stomach pain, feeling or being sick and rashes. Diclofenac gel and plasters can be used twice a day to target pain in a particular area of your body.
Most adults can take diclofenac. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you: have ever had an allergic reaction to diclofenac or any other medicines have an allergy to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen have ever had side effects from taking NSAIDs, such as wheezing or other signs of asthma , a runny nose, swelling of the skin angioedema or a rash have ever had stomach ulcers , bleeding in the stomach or intestines, or a hole in your stomach have high blood pressure hypertension have heart failure , severe liver disease or kidney disease have Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis have lupus have a blood clotting disorder are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Diclofenac tablets, capsules and suppositories Dosage You'll usually take diclofenac tablets, capsules or suppositories 2 to 3 times a day. How to take tablets and capsules Swallow diclofenac tablets or capsules with a drink of milk.
Swallow them whole, do not crush, break or chew them. Anti-inflammatory painkillers like diclofenac are sometimes called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs NSAIDs , or just 'anti-inflammatories'. Diclofenac is given to treat painful conditions such as arthritis , sprains and strains , gout , migraine , dental pain , and pain after surgical operations.
It eases pain and reduces inflammation. Diclofenac works by blocking the effect of chemicals in your body, called cyclo-oxygenase COX enzymes. These enzymes help to make other chemicals in the body, called prostaglandins.
Prostaglandins are produced at sites of injury or damage, and cause pain and inflammation. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, fewer prostaglandins are produced, which means pain and inflammation are eased. There are two forms of diclofenac - diclofenac sodium and diclofenac potassium. The main difference between the two is that diclofenac potassium is absorbed into the body more quickly than diclofenac sodium. A quick action is useful where immediate pain relief is required, and a prolonged action is more useful in reducing inflammation.
Some brands of diclofenac also contain a medicine called misoprostol. Misoprostol helps to protect the stomach against irritation which can be caused by taking diclofenac over a period of time. Diclofenac is not a suitable medicine for people who have heart disease such as heart failure , or who have circulatory problems, or who have had a heart attack or a stroke. This is because it has been found that there is a small increased risk of heart attack and stroke in this group of people.
Place 2 to 4 tablespoons 1 to 2 ounces; 30 to 60 mL of water in a cup. Add the contents of the packet and mix well. Drink the entire mixture right away. Throw away the empty packet in a trash can that is out of the reach of children and pets. This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
The powder for solution is usually taken as needed for migraine headaches. If you are taking any other diclofenac product and you forget to take a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule.
Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. Diclofenac may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication. Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children.
Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture not in the bathroom. It is important to keep all medication out of sight and reach of children as many containers such as weekly pill minders and those for eye drops, creams, patches, and inhalers are not child-resistant and young children can open them easily.
To protect young children from poisoning, always lock safety caps and immediately place the medication in a safe location — one that is up and away and out of their sight and reach.
Unneeded medications should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children, and other people cannot consume them. However, you should not flush this medication down the toilet. Instead, the best way to dispose of your medication is through a medicine take-back program. In case of overdose, call the poison control helpline at If the victim has collapsed, had a seizure, has trouble breathing, or can't be awakened, immediately call emergency services at Do not let anyone else take your medication.
Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.
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