The drug "Diclofenac": injections, powder, tablets. Care must be taken

According to the classification, diclofenac is classified as an anti-inflammatory drug of a non-steroid type. Its effect is that it reduces the pain caused by the inflammatory process in the human body, exerting an effect on specific substances that transmit a signal about inflammation. Such substances are called mediators of inflammation.

In general, his appointment is not so often, because the cause that caused the pain, they are not treated. Only with such diseases as arthritis or Bekhterev's disease, some diseases of the ears and eyes are advisable treatment with the drug "Diclofenac." Injections are assigned to increase digestion and increase efficacy.

In powder form, diclofenac is used to treat migraines, but not in all its forms, so you can not use it without the appointment of your doctor. Powder can be used only when the pain has already begun. It is ineffective for the prevention of migraine: it does not reduce the frequency of seizures, nor their intensity.

Diclofenac injections can even be life threatening, especially when the drug is used for a long time and uncontrolled. This remedy can provoke a heart attack and stroke. He is not prescribed after heart surgery. Also use caution when there is a simultaneous presence of heart disease and a hereditary predisposition to strokes.

Immediately seek medical help if you feel chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, speech disorders, vision problems and imbalance. Especially it concerns cases when diclofenac-injections are simultaneously made. It is in this form that it can be the most dangerous.

Diclofenac can cause serious problems with the stomach and intestines, up to ulceration and perforation (formation of holes in the abdominal cavity, extremely life-threatening condition). Especially often this disorder occurs in elderly patients.

If you see symptoms of internal bleeding: black bowel movements, tarry stools, obvious blood in stool, blood coughing and coffee-like particles in the vomit, urgently seek help.

You can not simultaneously take diclofenac-solution with drugs such as "Aspirin", "Ibuprofen", "Ketoprofen." These drugs can enhance each other's actions.

You can not combine this drug with alcohol, especially if diclofenac is prescribed to be taken by mouth (tablets, powder solution). This increases the chance of gastric bleeding.

If you were allergic to any non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, including aspirin, the doctor should find out about it. Also, take care of the doctor to note if you have had a case of blood clots, a heart attack or stroke, kidney and liver disease, an ulcer or bleeding in the stomach or intestines. All these are contraindications to the reception of tablets "Diclofenac". Intramuscularly, in most of the cases listed, too, is not assigned.

With caution appoint diclofenac-injection for asthma, violations of blood clotting and polyps in the nose. The drug is not recommended to smokers, do not hide your habit from a doctor, it can be dangerous!

This drug is not prescribed to pregnant women, it is classified as dangerous to the fetus. Therefore, if you are planning a pregnancy or a fait accompli, immediately go to an appointment with your doctor about diclofenac. Breastfeeding mothers should give up breastfeeding while she is taking this medication.

Diclofenac powder can be dissolved only in water, do not use other liquids. Tell the doctor about the effectiveness of the medication for migraines. Chew tablets are not recommended. Injections should be done by a trained person, ideally a nurse. Regularly visit the doctor to find out what condition the liver is. It is very important.

"Diclofenac" helps many patients. The doctor will take care to take into account all contraindications.