Diclofenac
Drug name: Diclofenac
Other names used:
- Voltaren®
Active Ingredients:
Diclofenac
Therapeutic actions: Diclofenac belongs to a class of drugs called NSAID's or non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs. It stops the production of histamine that causes inflammation and pain.
Indications: Diclofenac ophthalmic is used to treat eye pain, swelling, redness or sensitivity to light that come with eye surgery or infection.
Contraindications and cautions: Be sure to mention to your doctor any of the following:
- If you ever had diabetes, arthritis, dry eye syndrome, any condition that makes you bleed easily.
- If you are planning to become pregnant, are pregnant or you are breast-feeding.
- If you wear contact lenses or have any eye impairment.
- If you have herpes infection
Adverse effects: There are possible side-effects associated with this medicine that can affect individuals in different ways. If a side effect is stated here, that does not necessarily mean the fact that all people using diclofenac sodium will experience it or any other.
Tell your doctor about any side-effects that you experience. Some of them are:
- burning
- itchy eyes
- chills
- stomach pain
- runny nose
- upset stomach
- stinging of the eye
- dizziness
- vomiting
- difficulty sleeping
- headache
- dizziness
- fever
- chills
- runny nose
Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of these symptoms, call your doctor immediately:
- swelling
- eye discharge
- red eyes
- eye pain
- Feeling of eye discomfort
- sensitivity to light
- blurred vision
- teary eyes
The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer.
For more information about any other possible risks associated with diclofenac sodium, please read the information provided with diclofenac or consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Interactions: It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with diclofenac. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medication while taking this one, to ensure that the combination is safe. Be sure to mention to your health care provider if you are planning to use other eye medication during diclofenac sodium treatment. Do mention to your doctor if you are using the following groups of drugs:
- anticoagulants;
- other NSAIDs ;
- corticosteroid eye drops.
IF the answer is positive you may need a dosage adjustments.
Additional Information: DO NOT SHARE this medicines with others. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, if needed during treatment, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.
