Diclofenac Sodium
Indications
- Inhibition of intra-operative miosis during cataract surgery (but does not possess intrinsic mydriatic properties), Postoperative inflammation in cataract surgery, strabismus surgery or argon laser trabeculoplasty, Pain in corneal epithelial defects after photorefractive keratectomy, radial keratotomy or accidental trauma, Seasonal allergic conjunctivitis
- Pain and inflammation in rheumatic disease and other musculoskeletal disorders, Acute gout, Postoperative pain
- Actinic keratosis [using gel containing diclofenac sodium 3%]
- Pain and inflammation in rheumatic disease and other musculoskeletal disorders [using gel containing diclofenac sodium 1%]
- Osteoarthritis of the knee or hand [using gel containing diclofenac sodium 1%]
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Drug Interactions
1 drug interaction identified for Diclofenac Sodium. Check the full interaction details, severity ratings, and clinical recommendations in the MedNext app.
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Cautions
sodium When used by eye Bleeding tendency (increased risk of ocular tissue bleeding, including hyphaema); concomitant use of ocular corticosteroids; corneal epithelial breakdown (if evidence of, then ...
Side Effects
sodium General side-effects: Common or very common Oedema; skin reactions Rare or very rare Hypersensitivity Specific side-effects: Common or very common With oral use Appetite decreased; diarrhoea; d...
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Last reviewed: 2026
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