Clo-Tasium Tablet 50mg

About Clo-Tasium Tablet 50mg

Uses

• Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis pain
• Back pain and muscle strains
• Menstrual cramps
• Pain and swelling after minor injuries
• Pain following dental or minor surgical procedures
• Headache not relieved by simple painkillers

Benefits

• Acts faster than many other NSAIDs due to its potassium salt form
• Reduces both pain and inflammation at the same time
• Useful for short courses of moderate pain from injury or arthritis flare ups

What Experts Say

Diclofenac potassium is often chosen when pain needs to be controlled quickly, since it is absorbed faster into the bloodstream than the sodium form of the same drug. This makes it a common choice for sudden, acute pain such as sprains, backache flare ups or period cramps.

Like other NSAIDs, it can irritate the stomach lining and gradually affect kidney function with regular, repeated use, so doctors usually recommend the lowest effective dose for the shortest time genuinely needed, especially in older adults or anyone with existing kidney concerns.

In Pakistan, NSAID tablets are often taken casually for everyday aches and pains without first checking for stomach ulcer or heart risk factors. Doctors in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad and Rawalpindi advise taking it with food, staying well hydrated, and avoiding regular long term use without a proper medical review of the underlying cause of ongoing pain.

Drug Class

• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Clo-Tasium Tablet 50mg formula

• Diclofenac Potassium

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Clo-Tasium Tablet 50mg?

• Take one tablet as advised by your doctor, usually two to three times a day
• Swallow with a full glass of water, preferably after food
• Do not crush or chew the tablet
• Use the lowest dose that controls your pain, for the shortest time needed
• Avoid taking on an empty stomach to reduce the chance of stomach upset

Drug Interactions

• Blood thinners such as warfarin: Increases the risk of bleeding when combined.
• Other NSAIDs or aspirin: Raises the risk of stomach irritation and bleeding when taken together.
• Blood pressure medicines: Can reduce how well certain blood pressure tablets work.
• Methotrexate: May increase methotrexate levels and the risk of toxicity.

Risks and warnings

• Stomach irritation: Can cause stomach pain, ulcers or bleeding, especially with long term use.
• Heart risk: Regular use may slightly raise the risk of heart attack or stroke, particularly in people with existing heart disease.
• Kidney function: Can affect kidney function with prolonged use or in people who are dehydrated.
• Pregnancy: Should be avoided in the last trimester of pregnancy.
• Asthma: Use with caution in people with asthma, since NSAIDs can trigger symptoms in sensitive individuals.

Clo-Tasium Tablet Side Effects

• Stomach pain or heartburn
• Nausea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Fluid retention or mild swelling
• Skin rash
• Raised blood pressure
• Diarrhea or constipation

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30 degrees Celsius in a dry place
• Keep the strip inside its original box away from light
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use beyond the printed expiry date