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Diclofenac Potassium is a commonly prescribed medicine for relief of pain, swelling, and inflammation. It works by blocking prostaglandins, the chemicals responsible for pain and fever in the body. Doctors in Pakistan use it for quick relief in muscle pain, backaches, toothaches, menstrual cramps, sports injuries, and arthritis-related pain or stiffness. By reducing pain and inflammation, it helps patients resume daily activities more comfortably.

Uses

Diclofenac Potassium is prescribed for:

• Muscle pain and backache

• Dental pain (toothache, post-dental procedures)

• Menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea)

• Sports injuries and sprains

• Arthritis-related pain, swelling, and stiffness

• Other mild-to-moderate painful conditions as judged by the physician

How to Use

• Follow your doctor’s directions carefully

• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water

• Do not crush, chew, or dissolve the tablet

• Best taken with meals, milk, or an antacid to avoid stomach upset

• Take at the same time each day for consistency

Expert Advice

• Always take with food to reduce gastric irritation

• Avoid alcohol, as it increases risk of stomach bleeding

• Drink enough fluids to stay hydrated

• Use only for the shortest duration needed

• Report unusual stomach pain, vomiting blood, or black stools immediately

Side Effects

Patients may experience:

• Stomach upset, nausea, heartburn

• Headache or dizziness

• Diarrhea or constipation

• Rare but serious: stomach ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding, kidney problems, allergic reactions

Precautions & Warnings

• Use cautiously if you have stomach ulcers, gastritis, kidney or liver disease, or hypertension

• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should only use under doctor’s supervision

• Elderly patients are at higher risk of gastric side effects

• Not suitable for long-term use unless advised by a specialist

• Avoid combining with other NSAIDs (e.g., Ibuprofen, Naproxen)

Contraindications

Do not use if you have:

• Allergy to Diclofenac or other NSAIDs

• History of stomach ulcers or gastrointestinal bleeding

• Severe liver or kidney disease

• Uncontrolled hypertension or heart failure

 Doctor’s Review

“Diclofenac Potassium is one of the most effective NSAIDs we use for pain and inflammation. It provides quick relief, but patients must take it with food to avoid stomach irritation. Prolonged or unsupervised use is unsafe — so always follow medical advice and never self-medicate.”
— Prof. Dr. Samina Ghaznavi, MBBS, FCPS 

Disclaimer

This content is provided for educational and product knowledge purposes only. It does not replace medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting, adjusting, or stopping Diclofenac Potassium or any other medicine.