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DICLAC 5% GEL 50G

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Composition. The active substance is diclofenac sodium. One gram of gel contains 50 mg diclofenac sodium. The other components are: isopropyl alcohol, macrogol-7-glycerol cocoate, hypromellose, purified water.

Therapeutic indications.

Diclofenac, the active substance of the compound, belongs to the group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which are used to reduce inflammation and pain in joints and muscles.

Dosage and administration.

Adults, adolescents and the elderly

Diclac is applied externally, in a thin layer, 2-3 times a day, to the affected area. To ensure cutaneous absorption of the gel, a gentle and prolonged massage should be performed on the painful and/or inflamed area.

After each application, hands should be washed carefully (unless the gel is used for osteoarthritis located in the fingers).

Diclac can be applied in conjunction with iontophoresis. Diclac is applied to the negative pole (cathode) to facilitate cutaneous penetration of the gel.

In cases of soft tissue injuries or abarticular rheumatism, the gel should not be used for more than 14 days, and in cases of arthritic pain, for a period longer than 21 days only if strictly recommended.

Precautions.

Caution is required if you have bronchial asthma, hay fever, allergic rhinitis, nasal polyps, chronic obstructive respiratory diseases or chronic respiratory infections, or a history of allergy to other medicines.

The product should only be applied to intact, healthy skin, free from wounds or open lesions. It should not come into contact with eyes or mucous membranes and should not be ingested. If a skin rash appears after applying the gel, you should discontinue its use.

Special warnings.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Consult your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.

Pregnancy

You should not use Diclac gel if you are in the last 3 months of pregnancy, as it may affect the fetus or cause problems during childbirth. Do not use Diclac gel in the first 6 months of pregnancy unless your doctor considers it absolutely necessary.

Breastfeeding

You should not use Diclac gel if you are breastfeeding. If your doctor considers the use of Diclac gel absolutely necessary, it should not be applied to the breasts, large areas of the body, and should not be used for long periods of time.

Driving and using machines

Diclac does not affect the ability to drive or use machines.

Packaging. It is available in a box with an Al tube containing 50 g gel

Page updated on: 08.06.2021