About diclofenac sodium + amp
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
Used for
- Short-term relief of pain and inflammation
- Acute musculoskeletal pain
- Pain after surgery or injury
- Renal colic
Usual adult dose
Usually 75 mg by deep intramuscular injection; may repeat after several hours if needed. Maximum 150 mg daily, usually for no more than two days.
Common side effects
- Nausea or indigestion
- Injection-site pain
- Dizziness or headache
- Raised liver enzymes
Important warnings
- Can cause stomach ulcers or bleeding, kidney injury, and cardiovascular events.
- Avoid with active stomach ulcers, severe kidney or heart disease, or NSAID allergy.
- Do not combine with other NSAIDs unless directed by a clinician.
- Use the injection for the shortest possible time; follow product instructions for administration.
Pregnancy
Avoid from 20 weeks unless specifically directed; contraindicated in the third trimester.
Breastfeeding
Short-term use is generally considered compatible with breastfeeding; seek medical advice for repeated or prolonged use.
Interactions
- Blood thinners and antiplatelet medicines increase bleeding risk.
- Other NSAIDs increase stomach and kidney risks.
- ACE inhibitors, ARBs, and diuretics may increase kidney risks.
- Lithium or methotrexate levels may rise.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.