Declogesic Retard 100 capsules 10 tablets active ingredient diclofenac sodium medical uses of Declogesic Retard tablets joint or muscle or ligament pain gout attack a common form of arthritis very painful. Usually affects one joint at a time (often the big toe joint). postoperative pain swelling sprains and strains dislocations and fractures and other injuries gynecological problems such as menstrual pain. osteoarthritis rheumatoid arthritis osteoporosis ankylosing spondylitis back pain. How to use Declogesic Retard tablets take it as your doctor indicated. take the medicine with or after a meal immediately. the usual dose is 25-50 mg twice or three times daily. in mild cases, as well as in long-term treatment, usually 75 mg to 100 mg daily is sufficient. do not take more than 150 mg per day. children consult your doctor before using diclofenac doses can be changed in special circumstances, so always follow your doctor’s or pharmacist’s instructions. if you take more than you should, talk to your doctor or go to the hospital immediately. if you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is time for your next dose. do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the missed dose. side effects of Declogesic Retard tablets stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, loss of appetite headache, dizziness skin rash or spots increased liver enzyme levels in the blood rapid heartbeat or irregular heartbeat (palpitations), chest pain, heart disturbances, including a heart attack or shortness of breath. difficulty breathing when lying down, or swelling of the feet or legs (signs of heart failure), especially if you are taking a higher dose (150 mg daily) for a long time. stomach ulcer or bleeding (very rare cases reported) using Declogesic Retard tablets during pregnancy and breastfeeding if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you are pregnant, or planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medication. it is not preferred especially during the first three months. warnings and precautions while using Declogesic Retard tablets stop taking the tablets and tell your doctor immediately if you notice: sudden chest pain (signs of myocardial infarction or heart attack) shortness of breath, difficulty breathing when lying down, swelling of the feet or legs (signs of heart failure) sudden weakness or numbness in the face or arm or leg especially on one side of the body sudden loss or disturbance of vision sudden difficulty speaking or understanding speech; a sudden headache like migraine occurring for the first time with or without disturbed vision. these symptoms can be early signs of a stroke. stomach pain, indigestion, nausea (feeling sick), or vomiting (sickness) any sign of stomach or intestinal bleeding, for example, when evacuating bowels blood in vomit or black stool allergic reactions can include rash, itching, bruising, painful red areas, peeling or ulcers tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any of the following: medications for diabetes anticoagulants (blood-thinning pills like warfarin) diuretics (water pills) lithium (used to treat some mental problems) methotrexate (for some inflammatory diseases and some cancers) cyclosporine and tacrolimus (used to treat some inflammatory diseases and after transplants) trimethoprim (a drug used to prevent or treat urinary tract infections) quinolone antibiotics (for infections). any other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, for example, aspirin or ibuprofen cardiac glycosides (e.g., digoxin), used to treat heart problems. drugs known as SSRIs used to treat depression. corticosteroids orally (anti-inflammatory drug). drugs used to treat heart diseases or high blood pressure, for example, beta-blockers or ACE inhibitors. voriconazole (a drug used to treat fungal infections). phenytoin (a drug used to treat seizures). cholestyramine / colestipol (used to lower cholesterol). how to store Declogesic Retard tablets store at less than 30°C keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children. should be stored in the original container to protect it from moisture.
