Difisal 50mg Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Kopran Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Diclofenac (50mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Phenylacetic acid Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | PAIN ANALGESICS |
| Action Class | NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (acetic acid) |
| User Rating | 4.1 |
| User Reviews | 744 |
FAQ
Does Difisal 50mg get you high?
No, Difisal 50mg does not get you high. It does not have an abuse potential (drug-seeking behavior) and does not cause physical or psychological dependence. However, if you do not feel well, consult your doctor.
Is Difisal 50mg a good painkiller?
Difisal 50mg is effective in relieving pain and inflammation. It is used for various sorts of pain such as sprains, strains and other injuries. It is also helpful in various types of arthritis, gout, pain and inflammation following surgery.
Can Difisal 50mg damage your kidneys?
Long-term use and high doses of Difisal 50mg may cause renal problems such as protein or blood in urine and painful urination. Patients who are at maximum risk of developing kidney problems include people who are dehydrated, have heart failure, impaired kidney function, hypertension, elderly, who are on medicines which cause excess urination (diuretics), or medicines which have significant impact on kidney function. Hence, for such patients kidney function monitoring is recommended.
Does Difisal 50mg make you drowsy?
Difisal 50mg can cause drowsiness and also dizziness, fatigue (tiredness) and visual disturbances. However, it is not very common and may not affect everyone. If you experience these symptoms avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
Can Difisal 50mg be taken during pregnancy?
You should not take Difisal 50mg during the last 3 months of pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects on your baby. Use of Difisal 50mg can also lead to reduced labor (premature delivery). Hence, it is advised to avoid using Difisal 50mg during the first 6 months of pregnancy also. In some cases, Difisal 50mg may be prescribed in pregnant women only if the benefits outweigh the risks involved with its use in pregnant women. If not sure, consult your doctor regarding its use.
Is Difisal 50mg a narcotic?
No, Difisal 50mg is not a narcotic. It belongs to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) group of medicines.
What is the most important information I need to know about Difisal 50mg?
It is important to know that Difisal 50mg may increase your chance of having a heart attack or stroke. The risk is more if you take higher doses and have been using the medicine for a longer time. Also, taking Difisal 50mg may cause ulcers, bleeding, or holes in your stomach and intestine. These problems may happen without warning symptoms at any time during treatment and may even cause death. Therefore, if you encounter any such problems, consult your doctor immediately.
What if you forget to take Difisal Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Difisal 50mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Difisal 50mg Tablet Reviews
Difisal 50mg is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used to treat pain, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and acute musculoskeletal injuries. It is commonly used in back pain, shoulder pain, neck pain, sprains, and spasms.
Difisal 50mg should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food or milk to prevent stomach upset. Inform your doctor if you have any history of heart disease or stroke.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, indigestion, flatulence, decreased appetite, headache, and dizziness. Your doctor may also regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment. Long-term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
Difisal 50mg should be used with precaution in patients with asthma and cardiovascular bleeding. This medicine is contraindicated for the treatment of perioperative pain in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine as it may cause harmful effects to the developing baby.
How Difisal 50mg Tablet Works
Difisal 50mg is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
How to Use Difisal 50mg Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Difisal 50mg is to be taken with food.
Benefits of Difisal 50mg Tablet
- In Pain relief: Difisal 50mg belongs to a group of medicines called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used for short-term relief of pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Uses of Difisal 50mg Tablet
- Pain relief
Difisal 50mg Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Difisal 50mg is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Difisal 50mg may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Difisal 50mg may cause headaches, blurred vision, dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Difisal 50mg is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Liver
CAUTION
Difisal 50mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Difisal 50mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Difisal 50mg.
Kidney
CAUTION
Difisal 50mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Difisal 50mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
- You have been prescribed Difisal 50mg to relieve pain and inflammation.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components, if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.
- It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or visual disturbances. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
- Take it with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Difisal 50mg as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
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