Diclon 50mg Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used to treat pain, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and acute musculoskeletal injuries. It is commonly used in back pain, shoulder pain, neck pain, sprains, and spasms.
Diclon 50mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food or milk to prevent stomach upset. Inform your doctor if you have any history of heart disease or stroke.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, indigestion, flatulence, decreased appetite, headache, and dizziness. Your doctor may also regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment. Long-term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
Diclon 50mg Tablet should be used with precaution in patients with asthma and cardiovascular bleeding. This medicine is contraindicated for the treatment of perioperative pain in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine as it may cause harmful effects to the developing baby.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Diclon 50mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if youβre worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Diclon
Diarrhea
Flatulence
Vomiting
Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Constipation
Abdominal pain
Dyspepsia
Decreased appetite
Gastrointestinal bleeding
Vertigo
Gastrointestinal ulcer
Increased transaminase level in blood
Rash
Application site irritation
Injection site pain
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Diclon 50mg Tablet
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Diclon 50mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Diclon 50mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Diclon 50mg Tablet may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive. Diclon 50mg Tablet may cause headaches, blurred vision, dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Diclon 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Diclon 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
FAQs:
Is Diclon 50mg Tablet a good painkiller?
Diclon 50mg Tablet is effective in relieving pain and inflammation. It is used for various sorts of pain such as sprains, strains and other injuries. It is also helpful in various types of arthritis, gout, pain and inflammation following surgery.
Is Diclon 50mg Tablet a narcotic?
No, Diclon 50mg Tablet is not a narcotic. It belongs to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) group of medicines.
Does Diclon 50mg Tablet get you high?
No, Diclon 50mg Tablet does not get you high. It does not have an abuse potential (drug-seeking behavior) and does not cause physical or psychological dependence. However, if you do not feel well, consult your doctor.
Can Diclon 50mg Tablet damage your kidneys?
Long-term use and high doses of Diclon 50mg Tablet may cause renal problems such as protein or blood in urine and painful urination. Tolerants who are at maximum risk of developing kidney problems include people who are dehydrated, have heart failure, impaired kidney function, hypertension, elderly, who are on medicines which cause excess urination (diuretics), or medicines which have significant impact on kidney function. Hence, for such patients kidney function monitoring is recommended.
Does Diclon 50mg Tablet make you drowsy?
Diclon 50mg Tablet can cause drowsiness and also dizziness, fatigue (tiredness) and visual disturbances. However, it is not very common and may not affect everyone. If you experience these symptoms avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
What is the most important information I need to know about Diclon 50mg Tablet?
It is important to know that Diclon 50mg Tablet may increase your chance of having a heart attack or stroke. The risk is more if you take higher doses and have been using the medicine for a longer time. Also, taking Diclon 50mg Tablet may cause ulcers, bleeding, or holes in your stomach and intestine. These problems may happen without warning symptoms at any time during treatment and may even cause death. Therefore, if you encounter any such problems, consult your doctor immediately.
Can Diclon 50mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
You should not take Diclon 50mg Tablet during the last 3 months of pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects on your baby. Employ of Diclon 50mg Tablet can also lead to reduced labor (premature delivery). Hence, it is advised to avoid using Diclon 50mg Tablet during the first 6 months of pregnancy also. In some cases, Diclon 50mg Tablet may be prescribed in pregnant women only if the benefits outweigh the risks involved with its use in pregnant women. If not sure, consult your doctor regarding its use.
Is Diclon 50mg Tablet a good painkiller?
Diclon 50mg Tablet is effective in relieving pain and inflammation. It is used for various sorts of pain such as sprains, strains and other injuries. It is also helpful in various types of arthritis, gout, pain and inflammation following surgery.
Is Diclon 50mg Tablet a narcotic?
No, Diclon 50mg Tablet is not a narcotic. It belongs to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) group of medicines.
Does Diclon 50mg Tablet get you high?
No, Diclon 50mg Tablet does not get you high. It does not have an abuse potential (drug-seeking behavior) and does not cause physical or psychological dependence. However, if you do not feel well, consult your doctor.
Can Diclon 50mg Tablet damage your kidneys?
Long-term use and high doses of Diclon 50mg Tablet may cause renal problems such as protein or blood in urine and painful urination. Tolerants who are at maximum risk of developing kidney problems include people who are dehydrated, have heart failure, impaired kidney function, hypertension, elderly, who are on medicines which cause excess urination (diuretics), or medicines which have significant impact on kidney function. Hence, for such patients kidney function monitoring is recommended.
Does Diclon 50mg Tablet make you drowsy?
Diclon 50mg Tablet can cause drowsiness and also dizziness, fatigue (tiredness) and visual disturbances. However, it is not very common and may not affect everyone. If you experience these symptoms avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
What is the most important information I need to know about Diclon 50mg Tablet?
It is important to know that Diclon 50mg Tablet may increase your chance of having a heart attack or stroke. The risk is more if you take higher doses and have been using the medicine for a longer time. Also, taking Diclon 50mg Tablet may cause ulcers, bleeding, or holes in your stomach and intestine. These problems may happen without warning symptoms at any time during treatment and may even cause death. Therefore, if you encounter any such problems, consult your doctor immediately.
Can Diclon 50mg Tablet be taken during pregnancy?
You should not take Diclon 50mg Tablet during the last 3 months of pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects on your baby. Employ of Diclon 50mg Tablet can also lead to reduced labor (premature delivery). Hence, it is advised to avoid using Diclon 50mg Tablet during the first 6 months of pregnancy also. In some cases, Diclon 50mg Tablet may be prescribed in pregnant women only if the benefits outweigh the risks involved with its use in pregnant women. If not sure, consult your doctor regarding its use.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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