PRODUCT DETAILS

About Adgel Ointment

DICLOFENAC belongs to a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) used to relieve pain and inflammation associated with migraine, muscle pain, dental pain, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis, gout, strain, and sprain. Pain is an unpleasant sensation and emotional experience associated with tissue damage. 

DICLOFENAC contains diclofenac which works by blocking the effect of an enzyme called cyclo-oxygenase (COX) that produces prostaglandins responsible for the sense of pain and inflammation. Thereby, DICLOFENAC provides relief from pain and inflammation.

Take DICLOFENAC as prescribed. In some cases, DICLOFENAC may cause stomach pain, heartburn, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, loss of appetite, headache, and dizziness. Most of these side effects of DICLOFENAC do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Inform your doctor before taking DICLOFENAC if you have stomach ulcers, gastric bleeding, severe heart failure, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or breastfeeding. DICLOFENAC may cause dizziness; therefore, drive only if you are alert. Avoid/limit alcohol consumption as it may cause increased dizziness and stomach irritation.

Uses of Adgel Ointment

Pain and inflammation

Medicinal Benefits of Adgel Ointment

DICLOFENAC belongs to a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). DICLOFENAC relieves mild to moderate pain, swelling, and joint stiffness caused due to arthritis. It is also helpful in the conditions of acute migraine, muscle pain, dental pain, gout, sprain, and strain. DICLOFENAC works by blocking the effect of an enzyme called cyclo-oxygenase (COX) that produces prostaglandins responsible for the sense of pain and inflammation.

Directions for Use

DICLOFENAC should be swallowed as a whole with water after food to avoid stomach upset or irritation. Do not crush or chew it.

Side Effects of Adgel Ointment

• Stomach pain
• Heartburn
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Indigestion
• Loss of appetite
• Headache
• Dizziness

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not consume DICLOFENAC if you are allergic to any of its components. Avoid taking DICLOFENAC if you have recently had heart bypass surgery as it may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke. Be cautious as DICLOFENAC may also increase the risk of stomach or intestinal bleeding. Inform your doctor if you have stomach ulcers, gastric bleeding, severe heart failure, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease. If you have/had a severe allergy to painkillers and have conditions like asthma, rhinitis, angioedema (swelling under the skin), or skin rashes, do not take DICLOFENAC. DICLOFENAC is not recommended for children under 12 years of age. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

DICLOFENAC may interact with painkillers (nimesulide, oxyphenbutazone, metamizole), anti-blood clotting agents (warfarin), blood pressure-lowering agents (hydrochlorothiazide), and medicines for mania (lithium). Inform your doctor if you are taking any of these.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

Inform your doctor if you have a peptic ulcer, gastric bleeding, severe heart failure, diarrhea, and high blood pressure.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

You are recommended not to consume alcohol along with DICLOFENAC to avoid unpleasant side effects.

PREGNANCY

DICLOFENAC is not recommended during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

BREAST FEEDING

There is not enough evidence to establish the safety of DICLOFENAC in nursing mothers. So, it is advisable to take DICLOFENAC only if prescribed by your doctor.

DRIVING

DICLOFENAC may cause dizziness. So drive only if you are alert.

LIVER

If u have or had a history of any liver-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking DICLOFENAC.

KIDNEY

If you have or had a history of kidney-related diseases, please consult the doctor before taking DICLOFENAC.