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Dicofenac Injection

ContainsDiclofenac (NA)
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Packaging:30.0 ml in 1 vial
Dicofenac Injection – Diclofenac (NA) by Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd
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Chemical ClassPhenylacetic acid Derivative
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassPAIN ANALGESICS

About Dicofenac Injection

Dicofenac Injection is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used to treat pain, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and acute musculoskeletal injuries. It is given in cases where oral administration is not possible.Dicofenac Injection is administered as an injection by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self administer. Inform your doctor if you have any history of heart disease or stroke. Please consult your doctor in case any injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness are observed.The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, headache, and injection site reactions. Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.

How It Works

Dicofenac Injection is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used to treat pain, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and acute musculoskeletal injuries. It is given in cases where oral administration is not possible.Dicofenac Injection is administered as an injection by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self administer. Inform your doctor if you have any history of heart disease or stroke. Please consult your doctor in case any injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness are observed.The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, headache, and injection site reactions. Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.

How to Use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

What if you miss a dose?

If you miss a dose of Dicofenac Injection, consult your doctor.

Storage

Store below 30C

Prescription required. Upload a valid prescription at checkout or via prescription upload.

Composition of Dicofenac Injection

Diclofenac (NA)

Uses of Dicofenac Injection

Pain relief

Key Benefits of Dicofenac Injection

  • In Pain relief Dicofenac Injection belongs to a group of medicines called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used for short-term relief of pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Side Effects of Dicofenac Injection

  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
  • Vomiting
  • Flatulence
  • Edema (swelling)
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Dizziness

This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Safety Advice for Dicofenac Injection

Alcohol
CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Dicofenac Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dicofenac Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast Feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dicofenac Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving
UNSAFE

Dicofenac Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney
CAUTION

Dicofenac Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dicofenac Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver
CAUTION

Dicofenac Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dicofenac Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Dicofenac Injection injection should only be given by a healthcare professional. It can be given deep into the muscle (intramuscularly), preferably in buttock, under the skin (subcutaneously), or directly into a vein (intravenously) as a bolus and not as infusion. The dose should not exceed the prescribed quantity and injection should not be given for more than 2 days.

It is important to know that Dicofenac Injection may increase your chance of having a heart attack or stroke. The risk is more if you take higher doses and have been using the medicine for a longer time. Also, taking Dicofenac Injection may cause ulcers, bleeding, or holes in your stomach and intestine. These problems may happen without warning symptoms at any time during treatment and may even cause death. Therefore, if you encounter any such problems, consult your doctor immediately.

Dicofenac Injection is effective in relieving pain and inflammation. It is used for various sorts of pain such as sprains, strains and other injuries. It is also helpful in various types of arthritis, gout, pain and inflammation following surgery.

Long-term use and high doses of Dicofenac Injection may cause renal problems such as protein or blood in urine and painful urination. Patients who are at maximum risk of developing kidney problems include people who are dehydrated, have heart failure, impaired kidney function, hypertension, elderly, who are on medicines which cause excess urination (diuretics), or medicines which have significant impact on kidney function. Hence, for such patients kidney function monitoring is recommended.

Dicofenac Injection can cause drowsiness and also dizziness, fatigue (tiredness) and visual disturbances. However, it is not very common and may not affect everyone. If you experience these symptoms avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.

You should not take Dicofenac Injection during the last 3 months of pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects on your baby. Use of Dicofenac Injection can also lead to reduced labor (premature delivery). Hence, it is advised to avoid using Dicofenac Injection during the first 6 months of pregnancy also. In some cases, Dicofenac Injection may be prescribed in pregnant women only if the benefits outweigh the risks involved with its use in pregnant women. If not sure, consult your doctor regarding its use.

No, Dicofenac Injection does not get you high. It does not have an abuse potential (drug-seeking behavior) and does not cause physical or psychological dependence. However, if you do not feel well, consult your doctor.

No, Dicofenac Injection is not a narcotic. It belongs to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) group of medicines.

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Reviewed by
Nitin Kumar, D.Pharm (UPPC Reg: 63405)Lead Registered Pharmacist · 11 years clinical experience · Drug licence RLF21DL2025001406, RLF20DL2025001420. See our medical review policy.
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