Diclofenac (By injection)

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Treats pain. This medicine is an NSAID.

Drug classes

Analgesic, Antirheumatic, Central Nervous System Agent, Musculoskeletal Agent (About this – PubMed Health)

Uses

Uses of This Medicine

Diclofenac injection is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat adults with mild to moderate pain. It is used alone or given with other opioid (narcotic) pain medicines to treat adults with moderate to severe pain.

This medicine is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.

Other uses (PubMed Health)

How To Use

Injectable

Your doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein.

A nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Do not use any other NSAID unless your doctor says it is okay. Some other NSAIDs are aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen.

Some medicines and foods can affect how diclofenac works. Tell your doctor if you are also using any of the following:

Acetaminophen, cyclosporine, lithium, methotrexate, rifampin, voriconazole Blood thinner (such as warfarin) Diuretic (water pill) Antibiotic Blood pressure medicine Medicine to treat seizures Corticosteroid, such as hydrocortisone, methylprednisolone, prednisone, prednisolone, dexamethasone

When Not To Use

This medicine is not right for everyone. You should not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to diclofenac, aspirin, or another NSAID medicine.

Warnings

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Do not use this medicine during the later part of a pregnancy, unless your doctor tells you to.

Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, asthma, high blood pressure, heart or blood vessel problems, or a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding problems. Also tell your doctor if you smoke or drink alcohol.

This medicine may cause the following problems:

Increased risk for blood clots, heart attack, or stroke Stomach or bowel bleeding Kidney problems Liver problems High blood pressure Serious skin reactions

Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Possible side effects

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Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing

Blistering, peeling, or red skin rash

Bloody or black, tarry stools, severe stomach pain, vomiting blood or material that looks like coffee grounds

Change in how much or how often you urinate

Chest pain that may spread to your arms, jaw, back, or neck, trouble breathing, unusual sweating, faintness

Dark urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellow skin or eyes

Numbness or weakness in your arm or leg, or on one side of your body, pain in your lower leg, sudden or severe headache, or problems with vision, speech, or walking

Rapid weight gain, swelling in your hands, ankles, or feet

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

Dizziness

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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Brand names include

Dyloject

There may be other brand names for this medicine.