Prescription Drug Index

DICLOFENAC

This is a Generic Prescription Drug

Diclofenac

Pronounced: Dic-loh-fen-ak So-dee-um

Other brand name(s): Voltaren Cataflam (Diclofenac potassium)

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Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to relieve the inflammation swelling stiffness and joint pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis osteoarthritis (the most common form of arthritis) and ankylosing spondylitis (arthritis and stiffness of the spine). Diclofenac-SR the extended-release form of Diclofenac is used only for long-term treatment. Diclofenac is also prescribed for immediate relief of pain and menstrual discomfort.

ADULTS

Osteoarthritis

The usual dose is 100 to 150 milligrams a day divided into smaller doses of 50 milligrams 2 or 3 times a day or 75 milligrams twice a day. The usual dose of Diclofenac-SR (extended-release) is 100 milligrams taken once a day.

Rheumatoid Arthritis

The usual dose is 100 to 200 milligrams a day divided into smaller doses of 50 milligrams 3 to 4 times a day 75 milligrams twice a day or 100 milligrams once or twice a day (for Diclofenac-SR).

People with rheumatoid arthritis should not take more than 225 milligrams a day.

Ankylosing Spondylitis

The usual dose is 100 to 125 milligrams of Diclofenac a day divided into smaller doses of 25 milligrams 4 times a day with another 25 milligrams at bedtime if necessary.

CHILDREN

The safety and effectiveness of Diclofenac have not been established in children.

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