DICLOFENAC SODIUM- diclofenac sodium gel
Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.
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Dispense with Medication Guide available at: |
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What is the most important information I should know about diclofenac sodium gel and medicines called Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)? NSAIDs can cause serious side effects, including:
Do not take or use NSAIDs right before or after a heart surgery called a “coronary artery bypass graft (CABG)”. Avoid taking NSAIDs after a recent heart attack unless your healthcare provider tells you to. You may have an increased risk of another heart attack if you take or use NSAIDs after a recent heart attack.
The risk of getting an ulcer or bleeding increases with:
NSAIDs should only be used:
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What is diclofenac sodium gel? Diclofenac sodium gel is an NSAID that is used on the skin (topical) to treat a skin condition called actinic keratosis. Diclofenac sodium gel is not for use in children. |
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Before using diclofenac sodium gel, tell your healthcare provider about all of your medical conditions, including if you:
Tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you take, including prescription or over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, or herbal supplements. NSAIDs and some other medicines can interact with each other and cause serious side effects. Do not start taking any new medicine without talking to your healthcare provider first. |
How should I use diclofenac sodium gel?
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What should I avoid while using diclofenac sodium gel?
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What are the possible side effects of diclofenac sodium gel? Diclofenac sodium gel and other NSAIDs can cause serious side effects, including: See “What is the most important information I should know about diclofenac sodium gel and medicines called Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)?
Other side effects of NSAIDs include: stomach pain, constipation, diarrhea, gas, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness. Get emergency help right away if you get any of the following symptoms:
Stop using diclofenac sodium gel and call your healthcare provider right away if you get any of the following symptoms: • nausea • more tired or weaker than usual • diarrhea • itching • your skin or eyes look yellow • indigestion or stomach pain • flu-like symptoms • vomit blood • there is blood in your bowel movement or it is black and sticky like tar • unusual weight gain • skin rash or blisters with fever • swelling of the arms, legs, hands and feet Application site skin reactions are common with diclofenac sodium gel including: skin redness, itching, rash, dry skin, scaling, and peeling. If you take too much NSAID, call your healthcare provider or get medical help right away.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. |
Other information about NSAIDs
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How should I store diclofenac sodium gel?
Keep diclofenac sodium gel and all medicines out of the reach of children. |
General information about the safe and effective use of diclofenac sodium gel.
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What are the ingredients in diclofenac sodium gel? Active ingredient: diclofenac sodium Inactive ingredients: benzyl alcohol, sodium hyaluronate, polyethylene glycol monomethyl ether, and purified water. Trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Medication Guide available at www.glenmarkpharma-us.com/medguides Manufactured by: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited Colvale-Bardez, Goa 403513, India Manufactured for: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc., USA Mahwah, NJ 07430 Questions? 1 (888) 721-7115
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Relabeled By: Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc.