What are the effects of Diclofenac Sodium Tablets?
The main functions of diclofenac tablets are analgesia and anti-inflammation, as well as antipyretic effects. When patients suffer from arthritis, they may experience joint pain and swelling. Taking this medication can provide good relief, and it can also be taken by patients with rheumatic pain. In addition, this medication can also help reduce fever in adults and children.
The main component of diclofenac tablets is diclofenac sodium, which has the main functions of antipyretic, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory effects. It mainly works by inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandins in the body. It is commonly used to relieve joint pain and swelling symptoms in various arthritis; it can also be used to relieve rheumatic pain in various soft tissues; it can also provide good relief for acute mild to moderate pain such as postoperative pain, post-traumatic pain, pain after strain, dysmenorrhea, toothache, and headache; it can also be used to reduce fever in adults and children.
Taking diclofenac tablets can significantly cause gastrointestinal irritation symptoms, including gastric acid, bloating, acid reflux, heartburn, and even nausea and vomiting. Therefore, patients with gastrointestinal diseases, such as upper gastrointestinal bleeding or severe gastric ulcer, are best not to take this medication. Prostaglandins also have the effect of lowering blood pressure and dilating blood vessels. Inhibiting prostaglandins after taking diclofenac tablets can lead to the onset of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, especially obstructive diseases.
Patients with gastrointestinal symptoms or a history of gastric ulcer, as well as those with severe liver damage, should be under close medical supervision if diclofenac is to be administered. Patients with impaired heart or kidney function who are being treated with diuretics, patients recovering from major surgery, and patients who have lost extracellular fluid due to any reason should use this medication with caution. If significant adverse reactions occur during medication, it should be discontinued. Patients requiring long-term treatment should undergo regular liver function and blood tests, and discontinue the medication if liver damage occurs.
