Diclofenac 100mg Tablet

Diclofenac – Non-Selective NSAID / Phenylacetic Acid Derivative

Diclofenac contains Diclofenac Sodium/Potassium, a non-selective nsaid / phenylacetic acid derivative for pain, osteoarthritis, ra, dysmenorrhoea, postoperative pain — topical and oral. BNF/NICE/ACR evidence-based analgesic.

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Should Diclofenac be taken with food?

All oral NSAIDs should be taken with food or milk to reduce gastric irritation. Topical formulations apply directly to skin without food restrictions.

What are the GI risks of Diclofenac?

NSAIDs can cause gastric ulceration, bleeding, and perforation — risk increases with age, concurrent steroids, anticoagulants, or H. pylori. A PPI (omeprazole, pantoprazole) should be co-prescribed for patients over 65 or with additional GI risk factors.

Does Diclofenac affect blood pressure?

NSAIDs cause sodium retention and vasoconstriction, raising blood pressure in susceptible patients — particularly problematic in hypertensive patients on ACE inhibitors or ARBs. Blood pressure should be monitored and NSAID use minimised in hypertensive patients.

How long can Diclofenac be taken?

NSAIDs should be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration. Short-term (1–2 weeks) for acute pain is generally safe; long-term use for arthritis requires regular review of GI, cardiovascular, and renal risk.

Can Diclofenac be taken with blood thinners?

NSAIDs combined with anticoagulants (warfarin, aspirin, clopidogrel) significantly increase bleeding risk. This combination should only be used if clinically essential with enhanced GI protection (PPI) and bleeding monitoring.

How it works

COX enzyme inhibition reducing prostaglandin synthesis and inflammation.

Diclofenac is used for pain, osteoarthritis, ra, dysmenorrhoea, postoperative pain — topical and oral. Take with food to reduce GI side effects. Never exceed the maximum recommended dose.

Storage

Store at 15–30°C away from sunlight and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.