Description:

Diclonova 75mg (Pharmanova brand) is a sustained-release (SR) capsule formulation of diclofenac sodium, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve pain and inflammation in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, acute musculoskeletal pain, low back pain, dental pain, post-operative pain, dysmenorrhea (painful periods), and other inflammatory or painful conditions.

Prescription:

• Prescription required; consult a physician before use.

Therapeutic Category:

• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) / Analgesic / Anti-inflammatory (for pain and inflammation management).

Active Ingredients/Composition:

• Diclofenac sodium 75 mg per sustained-release capsule.

Variant:

• 75 mg sustained-release (SR) capsule (common Pharmanova strength; other diclofenac variants include 50 mg tablets, 100 mg SR tablets, or topical forms).

Consume Type:

• Oral (capsule form).

Directions/Usage:

 Take 1 capsule (75 mg) once daily with food or milk to reduce stomach irritation. Swallow whole—do not crush or chew (to maintain sustained-release effect).

• Usual adult dose: 75–150 mg per day (divided or single dose depending on severity).
• Duration: Shortest possible time at lowest effective dose (usually 5–14 days for acute pain; longer under medical supervision for chronic conditions). Do not exceed prescribed dose or duration.

Common Side Effects:

• Stomach pain, heartburn, nausea, indigestion, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, drowsiness, rash, or increased liver enzymes. Serious: Gastrointestinal bleeding/ulceration, kidney impairment, high blood pressure, heart failure, or allergic reactions (rash, swelling, breathing difficulty).

Package Type:

• Blister strip of 10 capsules (common pack size in Ghana pharmacies).

Storage Advice:

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep in original blister/packaging. Keep out of reach of children.

Safety Advice:

• Contraindicated in active peptic ulcer, severe heart failure, severe kidney/liver impairment, history of NSAID-induced asthma/allergic reactions, or third trimester of pregnancy (risk of fetal harm). Use caution in elderly, asthma, hypertension, heart disease, or bleeding disorders. Avoid alcohol (increases GI bleeding risk). Do not combine with other NSAIDs, aspirin (high dose), or anticoagulants without medical advice. Stop immediately and seek help for black stools, severe abdominal pain, chest pain, shortness of breath, or swelling. Not for children under 14 years unless prescribed.

Product Substitutes:

• Diclo-Denk 75mg SR (Denk Pharma)
• Diclofenac SR 75mg generics (Exeter, Vega, or other importers)
• Voveran SR 75mg
• Voltarol Retard 75mg
• Other diclofenac SR 75mg brands (common in Ghana pharmacies). Consult a doctor/pharmacist for exact alternatives.

Manufacturer/Marketer:

• Pharmanova Limited

Country of Origin:

• Ghana