Diclofenac
Also known as Voltarol, Flector, Dicloflex, Dicloflex Retard, Diclomax Retard, Diclomax Sr, Diclozip, Flamrase, Flamrase Sr, and Isclofen
Diclofenac (cf. INN with trade names) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) taken to reduce inflammation and as an analgesic reducing pain in certain conditions.
Source: WikipediaEstimated Total Cost: $58.75 for an average of 28 days supply
What is it prescribed for?
Patients are most commonly prescribed diclofenac to treat lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), spondylolisthesis, chondromalacia of the patella, and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
What drug interactions are known?
Do not take diclofenac if you are taking any of the following:
Critical Interactions
Significant Interactions
What side effects are related?
Patients taking diclofenac most commonly experience side effects like pain, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.
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