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Diclofenac is an anti-inflammatory used to treat pain and inflammation. Find out how to take it safely and possible side effects. Diclofenac is also called Voltaren, Diclohexal or Apo-Diclo SR.

On this page, you can find the following information:

What is diclofenac?
Dose
How to take diclofenac tablets or capsules
When is taking diclofenac a concern?
Taking diclofenac with other pain medicines
Taking diclofenac with blood pressure medicines
What are the side effects of diclofenac?

What is diclofenac?

Diclofenac is in a group of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It's used to treat different types of pain such dental pain,period pain,bursitis,migraineandpainresulting from injury or after surgery.

NSAIDs are also used to ease pain,swelling and stiffness associated with flare-ups ofgout,osteoarthritis,rheumatoid arthritisandankylosing spondylitis. NSAIDs block the inflammation process and in this way ease swelling and pain.

In New Zealand diclofenac comes as tablets, dispersible (dissolvable) tablets, suppositories and an injection.

Tablets comes as immediate release and slow release (SR).
The immediate release tablets are useful where immediate pain relief is required, and the slow release is more useful in reducing long term inflammation.
The suppositories are useful when tablets are unsuitable, eg, for migraine which may involve vomiting. Learn more aboutsuppositories.

Lower strengths of diclofenac tablets and capsules (Voltaren Rapid®) can be bought from a pharmacy without a prescription.

Dose

The dose ofdiclofenacwill be different for different people depending on its use.
Immediate release tablets:The usual dose is 25 to 50 mg, 2 or 3 times a day.
Slow release tablets:The usual dose is 75 to 100 mg in 1 or 2 divided doses.
Usually, you only need to take diclofenac for a short time, just while you have pain and swelling.

How to take diclofenac tablets or capsules

Tablets and capsules
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- Don't crush or chew them.
- If diclofenac causes stomach upset, take it with or soon after food.
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- Dissolve the tablet in some water. Stir if necessary.
- After taking, rinse the container with water and drink this to ensure all the diclofenac dose is swallowed.
- If diclofenac causes stomach upset, take it with or soon after food.
Stay hydrated while takingdiclofenacto protect your kidneys.
Avoid or limit alcohol while you're taking diclofenac.Alcohol can increase the risk of side effects like stomach upset.
Missed dose:If you forget to take a dose, take it when you next need pain relief and then continue as before. Don't take 2 doses together to make up for a missed dose.

When is taking diclofenac a concern?

For most people taking diclofenac is safe, but extra care is needed in some situations. For example if:

you have high blood pressure
you have heart or kidney problems or asthma
you're aged 65 years or older
you smoke.

It can be harmful if you take diclofenac when you are dehydrated or have been sick with diarrhoea (runny poos) or vomiting (being sick). Read more about therisks of NSAIDs.

When you should NOT take diclofenac
在某些情况下,不应使用双氯芬酸s it can be harmful. For example, if you: have current or previous stomach problems such as ulcers or bleeding are pregnant have heart failure or chest pain (angina) have had a stroke or heart attack have chronic kidney disease have had an allergic reaction (such as hives or trouble breathing) to ibuprofen, aspirin, or other similar medications (discuss with your healthcare provider) are taking medicines to reduce blood clots (anticoagulants) such as warfarin, dabigatran or rivaroxaban are also taking other anti-inflammatory medicines, eg, ibuprofen, naproxen (Naprosyn®) or celecoxib (Celebrex) are taking some blood pressure medicinessuch as ACE inhibitors, ARBs, diuretics. Always check with your healthcare provider before taking NSAIDs. Read more about therisks associated with NSAIDs.

When you should NOT take diclofenac

在某些情况下,不应使用双氯芬酸s it can be harmful.

For example, if you:

have current or previous stomach problems such as ulcers or bleeding
are pregnant
have heart failure or chest pain (angina)
have had a stroke or heart attack
have chronic kidney disease
have had an allergic reaction (such as hives or trouble breathing) to ibuprofen, aspirin, or other similar medications (discuss with your healthcare provider)
are taking medicines to reduce blood clots (anticoagulants) such as warfarin, dabigatran or rivaroxaban
are also taking other anti-inflammatory medicines, eg, ibuprofen, naproxen (Naprosyn®) or celecoxib (Celebrex)
are taking some blood pressure medicinessuch as ACE inhibitors, ARBs, diuretics. Always check with your healthcare provider before taking NSAIDs.

Read more about therisks associated with NSAIDs.

Taking diclofenac with other pain medicines

Don't take other anti-inflammatory medicines such as ibuprofen, naproxen or celecoxib while taking diclofenac.

It's safe to takediclofenacwithparacetamolbecause they work differently.

Taking diclofenac with blood pressure medicines

Diclofenac interacts with some medicines, especially those used for high blood pressure, so check with your doctor or pharmacist before you start taking diclofenac.

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Taking NSAIDs together with blood pressure medicines can be harmful to your kidneys. This is called the ‘triple whammy’. If you are taking blood pressure medicines (ACE inhibitors or ARBs and diuretics) tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting diclofenac.

Examples of ACE inhibitorsare captopril, cilazapril, enalapril, lisinopril, perindopril and quinapril.
Examples of ARBsare candesartan, irbesartan and losartan.
Examples of diureticsare furosemide, bumetanide, bendroflumethiazide, chlortalidone, indapamide, spironolactone, eplerenone and metolazone.

What are the side effects of diclofenac?

Side effects	What should I do?
Heartburn Indigestion Stomach discomfort Runny poo (diarrhoea)	These are common and should settle within a few days. Take diclofenac with food. Talk to your doctor if they're ongoing.
Serious stomach problems such as really bad stomach pain, blood in your stool or black stools, cough or vomiting up blood or dark-coloured vomit.	Stop takingdiclofenac. Tell your doctor immediately or ring Healthline on 0800 611 116.
Chest pain Shortness of breath or trouble breathing Weakness in one part or side of your body Slurred speech	Stop takingdiclofenac. Tell your doctor immediately or ring Healthline on 0800 611 116.
Swollen ankles, blood in your pee or not peeing at all – these can be signs of a kidney problem.	Stop takingdiclofenac. Tell your doctor immediately or ring Healthline on 0800 611 116.
Signs of an allergic reaction such as skin rash, itching, swelling of your lips, face and mouth or difficulty breathing	Stop takingdiclofenac. Tell your doctor immediately or ring Healthline on 0800 611 116.
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