Dicloran 50 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Muscle Pain, Toothache, Rheumatic Pain. The alternative uses of Dicloran 50 Tablet have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Dicloran 50 Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Dicloran 50 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Dicloran 50 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Dicloran 50 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Dicloran 50 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Dicloran 50 Tablet related warnings section.
Dicloran 50 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Stomach Infection, Skin Rash, Stroke as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Dicloran 50 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Dicloran 50 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dicloran 50 Tablet is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Dicloran 50 Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Dicloran 50 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Dicloran 50 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Dicloran should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Dicloran 50 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Dicloran on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Dicloran 50 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Effects of Dicloran on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Dicloran 50 Tablet on the Liver?
There may be severe side effects of Dicloran on your liver. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Dicloran 50 Tablet on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Dicloran. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Dicloran 50 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dicloran 50 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dicloran 50 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Dicloran 50 Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Dicloran 50 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Dicloran 50 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Dicloran 50 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dicloran 50 Tablet
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Dicloran 50 Tablet and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dicloran 50 Tablet
Consuming Dicloran 50 Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Dicloran is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed such as epigastric pain (stomach pain), nausea, headache, dizziness, rashes, gastric ulceration, and bleeding are less common.
Dicloran is a brand name of diclofenac. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs). It is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, bursitis, ankylosing spondylitis, toothache, dysmenorrhoea, renal colic, post-traumatic disorder and post-operative inflammatory conditions which affords quick relief from pain and wounds and edema (swelling).
Yes, long-term use of Dicloran can cause renal failure. Do not take it without doctor's advice. Otherwise, It may lead to several kidney related problems.
Yes, Dicloran can be given in a toothache generally tooth pain occur due to infection so preferably it should be taken with a combination of antibiotics. Please consult the dentist before taking this medication.
Yes, you can take Dicloran for a headache. This drug blocks the pain sensitizing mechanism induced by bradykinin (an inflammatory mediator).
This medicine data has been created by -
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