Pregnancy interaction

• It is not safe to take diclofenac potassium when pregnant, especially in the third trimester. It could:
• Make the fetal ductus arteriosus close too soon
• Cause labor to be delayed or last longer
• Raise the chance of bleeding
• Paracetamol is usually safe to take while pregnant, but only in the right amounts.
• In general, the conclusion is
• ➡️ Don't take this combo while pregnant unless your doctor tells you to.

FAQs for Medicine?

Q1. What is this drug for?

To relieve pain, swelling, and fever.

Q2. Is it okay to use it every day?

No. It is only supposed to be used for a limited time.

Q3. Is it possible to consume it on an empty stomach?

To avoid acidity or stomach irritation, use it after meals.

Q4. Is it safe for people with renal or liver problems?

Not advised for serious renal or liver disorders.

Q5. Is it okay to drink beer while taking this medicine?

No. Drinking alcohol makes it more likely that your liver will be hurt and your stomach will bleed.

Q6. Does it make you want to do it again?

No, it doesn't make you want to do it again.

Expert advice

• Without medical supervision, you shouldn't use it for more than 3–5 days in a row.
• Always drink water with it after meals.

Don't do it if you have:

• Stomach ulcers
• Very bad liver or kidney disease
• Problems with bleeding
• Problems with the heart
• Do not take this with other NSAIDs or medications that contain paracetamol.
• If you see any of the following, get help right away:
• A lot of pain in the stomach
• Stools that are black or tarry
• Throwing up blood
• Rash on the skin or trouble breathing

Side effects

• Feeling sick
• Pain in the stomach
• Burning in the heart
• Upset stomach
• Gas and bloating
• Not as common:
• Headache
• Feeling dizzy
• Rash on the skin
• Higher levels of liver enzymes

Serious (rare):

• Bleeding in the stomach or intestines
• Damage to the liver
• Very bad allergic reactions
• Kidney damage

 How It Works

• Potassium Diclofenac
• A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that works quickly to lower pain and swelling by stopping the production of prostaglandins (inhibiting the COX enzyme).
• Paracetamol
• Stops chemical messages that cause pain and fever from getting to the brain.
• Has a considerable effect on lowering fever.
• Effect Together:

➡ Quickly and effectively relieves pain, swelling, and fever.

Medicine interaction

• Ibuprofen
• Aspirin
• Naproxen
• Aceclofenac
• (There is a higher risk of bleeding in the stomach.)
• 2. Medicines with paracetamol in them
• Syrups for colds and flu
• Pain relievers
• (Liver toxicity results)
• 3. Thinners for blood
• Warfarin
• Heparin
• (Increases the chance of bleeding)
• 4. Steroids
• Prednisolone
• Dexamethasone
• (Increases the risk of ulcers and bleeding)
• 5. Drinking
• It hurts the liver and makes the stomach bleed.
• 6. Some antihypertensives
• ACE inhibitors
• A.R.B.s
• Diuretics
• (May make them less effective)

How to Use

• Take one tablet once or twice a day, or as directed.
• Always drink a full glass of water after eating.
• Don't chew or crush.
• Do not go over:
• Three pills a day, OR
• The total amount of paracetamol from all sources is 4000 mg per day.
• Don't use it for long periods of time without a doctor's supervision.

 Uses/Indications

• Pain in the muscles
• Pain in the joints
• Strain or sprain
• Injury from sports
• Pain in the back
• Tooth pain
• Pain after surgery
• Pain from trauma
• Fever and Body Pain:
• Fever caused by a virus
• Body aches from the flu
• Headache
• Conditions related to arthritis:
• Osteoarthritis
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Ankylosing spondylitis