Description:

 Dicnac Tab 100mg is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat mild to moderate pain, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and menstrual cramps.

Prescription: 

• Prescription-only medication (POM)

Dosage:

•      Adults: 100-150 mg orally 2-3 times a day
•      Elderly: 50-100 mg orally 1-2 times a day
•      Maximum dose: 150 mg daily

Therapeutic Category: 

• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antipyretic

 Active Ingredients/Composition:

•  Diclofenac sodium 100 mg per tablet

Variant: 

• Available in 25 mg, 50 mg, and 75 mg tablet strengths

Consume Type: 

• Oral consumption, swallow whole with water

 Directions/Usage:

•      Take as directed by your doctor or pharmacist.
•      Swallow whole with water, do not crush or chew.
•     Take with food or milk to reduce stomach upset.

Common Side Effects:

•      astrointestinal upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain)
•     Headache
•     Dizziness
•      Fatigue
•      Skin rash or itching

Package Type: 

• Pack of 10 or 20 tablets

 Storage Advice:

•     Store at room temperature away from light and moisture.
•      Do not store in the bathroom.
•     Keep all medications away from children and pets.

 Safety Advice:

•      Consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking diclofenac, especially if you have a history of stomach ulcers, bleeding disorders, or kidney disease.
•      Do not exceed the recommended dose or duration of treatment.
•      Monitor your blood pressure and kidney function while taking diclofenac.

Product Substitutes:

•      Voltaren (diclofenac sodium)
•     Cataflam (diclofenac potassium)
•     Ibuprofen
•     Naproxen

Manufacturer/Marketer: 

• Zydus Cadila

 Country of Origin:

•  India