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Diclofen Mr Tablet

Manufacturer :  Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
Medicine Composition :  Chlorzoxazone, Diclofenac, Paracetamol
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Diclofen Mr Tablet

Diclofen Mr Tablet is a combination medicine used for the treatment of muscle spasm pain usually associated with musculoskeletal conditions. This medicine contains muscle relaxant in combination with NSAID.

It works by blocking pain sensations or nerve impulses that are sent to the brain. Diclofen Mr Tablet when used together with rest and physical therapy can treat skeletal muscle conditions such as injury or pain.

Avoid using Diclofen Mr Tablet if you are allergic to it or if you are taking sodium oxybate. Inform your doctor if you have or you are:

Stop using Diclofen Mr Tablet and consult your doctor if you experience any serious side effects including black, bloody, or tarry stools, nausea, itching, fainting, upper stomach pain, dark urine, loss of appetite and clay-coloured stools.

Diclofen Mr Tablet is to be taken by mouth with or without food. Taking it with food reduces the risk of stomach upset. Do not take in this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow your doctor’s prescription carefully to ensure complete safety.

    What are the uses of Diclofen Mr Tablet

    • Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain

    • Relieve Muscle Spasm

    What are the contraindications of Diclofen Mr Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Diclofen Mr Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Diclofen Mr Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Diclofen Mr Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
      Taking diclofenac with alcohol can increase your risk of stomach bleeding.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Diclofen Mr Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Patients should not drive or operate machinery if they get affected symptoms like dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue, visual disturbances.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      This medicine should be used with caution in patients with underlying kidney disease. Please Consult your doctor.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      Use of this medicine should be avoided in patients with underlying liver disease.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The action of Diclofen Mr Tablet will be initiated within 60 minutes after its administration.

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      Diclofen Mr Tablet will remain active for about 3-4 hrs after when its action is initiated.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it's already time for your next scheduled dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is used to treat muscle spasms and also the pain caused by the same. The drug belongs to the muscle relaxant category, but the no exact mechanism of action has been determined for the medication as of yet, but the drug suppresses the central nervous system to produce the desired effects.

      What are the interactions of Diclofen Mr Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        You must not consume alcohol as it can lead to excessive drowsiness and dizziness, thus making you lose the ability to function properly or to your full potential.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        This medicine can react with multiple tablets and cause harmful side effects. Carbamazepine, Phenytoin, Ramipril and Aspirin are some of the tablets that can cause moderate side effects when used along with Diclofen Mr Tablet. Methotrexate, Sodium Nitrite, Prilocaine, Adefovir, Apixaban and Ketorolac are the medicines that can cause severe side effects. Therefore, you must discuss all the medications you take before starting the prescription period.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Diclofen Mr Tablet can aggravate the symptoms of multiple diseases like asthma, gastrointestinal toxicity, skin rash, heart attack and stroke, bleeding disorders, liver impairment, fluid retention and edema. Therefore, it is important that you consult a doctor before the intake of this medicine and stick to the dosages mentioned in the prescription. Doing otherwise can cause any of the mentioned diseases.

      FAQs about Diclofen Mr Tablet

      • Ques : What is Diclofen Mr Tablet?

        Ans : Diclofen Mr Tablet is a medication which has chlorzoxazone, diclofenac, and paracetamol as active components present in it. It performs its action by relaxing the center brain and spinal cord to relieve the muscle stiffness and muscle spasm and the pain reliever elements act by obstructing the release of a certain chemical messenger in the brain which causes pain and inflammation.

      • Ques : What is Diclofen Mr Tablet used for?

        Ans : Diclofen Mr Tablet is a medicine which is used for the treatment, control, and prevention of the below mentioned conditions: Muscle pain, Headache, Toothache, Cold, Ear pain, Menstrual pain, Cephalalgia, Inflammation of joints, Bone fracture, Arthritic pain, Flu, Catarrh, Chills, Migraine, Cramping, Sprains, Muscle spasm, Arthralgia, Fever, Aching muscles.

      • Ques : What are the side effects of Diclofen Mr Tablet?

        Ans : Diclofen Mr Tablet is medication has some known side effects which may or may not occur always and some of them are unique and severe and if you experience any of the below-mentioned side effects, contact your doctor immediately. Here are some side effects of Diclofen Mr Tablet which are specified below: Nausea, Heartburn, Dryness in the mouth, Sleepiness, Weakness, Loss of appetite, Diarrhea, Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Dizziness, Gastrointestinal bleeding, Skin reddening, Rashes, Restlessness, Malaise, Acute renal tubular necrosis, Less white blood cells, Irritation, Erythema, Dryness, Papules, Dermatitis, Pruritus.

      • Ques : Is it safe to use Diclofen Mr Tablet?

        Ans : Diclofen Mr Tablet is a medicine which may be safe for most of the patients and in some case it may cause some known side effects such as weakness, sleepiness, dryness, etc, the side effects totally depend on the clinical conditions of the patient. It is a prescribed medication. Consult your doctor immediately in case you experience any side effects or reaction.

      • Ques : What precautions should you take while using Diclofen Mr Tablet?

        Ans : Diclofen Mr Tablet should be used with some precautions. It is important to take care of these precautions to avoid worsening conditions. Patients should not use Diclofen Mr Tablet during pregnancy and while breastfeeding. Patients suffering from heart failure, liver dysfunction, fluid retention, allergies, impaired renal function and gastrointestinal disorders should avoid using this medication.

      • Ques : Can the use of Diclofen Mr Tablet cause nausea and vomiting?

        Ans : Yes. Diclofen Mr Tablet can cause nausea and vomiting. It may also lead to headache, fever, itching, upper stomach pain and dark urine.

      • Ques : Can the use of Diclofen Mr Tablet cause dizziness?

        Ans : Yes. Diclofen Mr Tablet can cause dizziness. It may also cause extreme drowsiness, headache, fever, itching, upper stomach pain and dark urine.

      • Ques : Can the use of Diclofen Mr Tablet cause damage to kidneys?

        Ans : Yes, Diclofen Mr Tablet is a medication that can affect the kidneys. Therefore, patients having kidney disorders are advised to use this medication with caution.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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