Diclofenac Sodium 75mg Injection Uses
Diclofenac sodium injection comes from a group of medications called Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAID). These are also known as painkillers and are prescribed and administrated by medical healthcare professionals to provide relief from pain to patients. Diclofenac Sodium is prescribed for such conditions as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, acute musculoskeletal injuries, joint pain, kidney stone pain, gallbladder pain etc. This medication is used when it benefits more than oral administration. Diclofenac helps patients by inhibiting the synthesis of certain chemical messengers in the brain, which are responsible for causing pain and inflammation by sending information about injury to the brain. Moreover this medication, Diclofenac sodium provides relief from unbearable pain and inflammation.
Directions to Use
- Diclofenac sodium injection is prescribed by your medical healthcare professional to provide you with relief from inflammation and pain caused by several issues, do not use without a prescription.
- Diclofenac sodium injection is administrated by the doctor, nurses, or healthcare professional, do not self-administrate.
- The dosage and duration for taking Diclofenac Sodium Injection will be decided by your medical healthcare expert according to your health condition and the response of the medication to the body.
- Continue to take this medication even when you feel well. Always follow your physician’s instructions and follow the full prescribed course of treatment to get the best possible results and treatment for your specific condition.
- Store this medication in a cool place away from the reach of the children, pets, and direct sunlight.
Side Effects
Most people do not feel any side effects while having treatment with Diclofenac Sodium Injection. However, some common side effects can occur, which usually do not require medical attention and go away over time. You can tell your doctor if side effects priciest you for a long time. Common side effects such as –
- Limb pain
- Injection site reaction (pain, swelling, redness)
- Nausea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
- Itching
- Flatulence
- Indigestion
Most people do not notice any serious side effects while having treatment with Diclofenac Sodium Injection, In case if you notice any adverse side effects in your body it is important to tell your doctor about it as soon as possible –
- Allergic reaction
- Heartburn
- Pain in extremities
- Oedema (swelling especially on feet, ankles, and legs)
Precautions
- It is important to tell your doctor about your medical health history, especially about heart, liver, kidney, and allergy diseases before receiving a Diclofenac Sodium injection. The dosage and duration of use depend on your medical health condition.
- Do not self-administrate, and do not stop receiving Diclofenac Sodium injection this can cause the return of certain conditions and unbearable pain.
- This medication is only available on prescription because it can cause some side effects, the health measurement of the body is important and done by your doctor to prevent the chances of these effects.
- Do not take more or less volume than prescribed.
- If you are pregnant or planning to be a mother then consult your doctor before start using Diclofenac Sodium injection. This medication passes through breast milk and can affect the growth of children, do consult your doctor before receiving this injection.
- Do not drive or operate heavy vehicles or heavy pieces of machinery because Diclofenac Sodium injection can cause tiredness and dizziness.
- Consuming alcohol without consulting your doctor is not recommended, it can increase the chances of side effects.