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Diclofenac Sodium

1 known interaction
12 brand names

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

Moderate 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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Safety Information

🤰Pregnancy guidance available
🤱Breastfeeding guidance available
🫘Renal impairment guidance
🫁Hepatic impairment guidance
⚠️Requires renal dose adjustment

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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Brand Names

Voveran(IN)Diclomol(IN)+ 10 more in app
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Last reviewed: 2026

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