What is Cataflam 50mg used for?
It is used to treat muscle aches, backaches, dental pain, menstrual cramps, and sports injuries. It also reduces pain, swelling, and joint stiffness caused by arthritis. Reducing these symptoms helps you do more of your normal daily activities. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
When is the best time to take Cataflam?
Take Cataflam at least 1 hour before or 4 to 6 hours after taking these medicines. If any of these apply to you (or you are not sure), talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Cataflam.
Can cataflam treat fever?
Cataflam may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by other doctor. Cataflam relieves the symptoms of inflammation, such as pain and swelling, by blocking the synthesis of the molecules (prostaglandins) responsible for inflammation, pain and fever. It has no effect on the causes of inflammation or fever.
Can Cataflam be taken on an empty stomach?
You may take this medicine with or without food. However, diclofenac capsules should be taken on an empty stomach. To use the oral solution: Open the packet of medicine right before you use it.
How many Cataflam can I take per day?
For the relief of osteoarthritis the recommended dosage is 100-150 mg/day in divided doses, i.e. 50 mg two or three times a day. For the relief of rheumatoid arthritis the recommended dosage is 150-200 mg/day in divided doses, i.e. 50 mg three or four times a day.
Can Cataflam be taken with paracetamol?
No interactions were found between Cataflam and Paracetamol. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
How many times a day can u take Cataflam?
For treatment of pain the recommended dosage of Cataflam is 50 mg, taken two to four times daily, depending on the cause.
How do you take Cataflam 50 mg?
Use the lowest dose that is effective in treating your condition. For treatment of pain or primary dysmenorrhea the recommended dosage of Cataflam is 50 mg three times daily. In some patients an initial dose of 100 mg of Cataflam, followed by 50 mg doses, may provide better relief.
How many cataflam can I take per day?
What is Cataflam used for?
Cataflam (diclofenac potassium) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug ( NSAID ). Diclofenac works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation. Cataflam is used to treat mild to moderate pain, or signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.
What pain reliever can I take with diclofenac?
It’s fine to take paracetamol with diclofenac. You can also take opioid-type painkillers such as codeine, co-codamol, tramadol or morphine alongside diclofenac. However, don’t take the following painkillers while you’re taking diclofenac, because this will make you more likely to get side effects on your stomach and intestines:
What is the difference between diclofenac sodium and diclofenac potassium?
Diclofenac is a non steroidal anti inflammatory drug.
Is diclofenac addictive?
Responses (3) NSAID pain meds do not cause dependence. Opioid medicines can cause dependence. Diclofenac is an NSAID and wont cause dependence. It depends on which pain meds you are talking about. Narcotic painkillers like, Percocet, Vicodin, Oxycontin, Morphine, Demerol, etc are addictive. But pain medications like Tylenol, Advil, Motrin, etc.