About Diclotol tablet 50mg/0.2mg
A prescription tablet for arthritis pain with added stomach protection.
Diclotol Tablet Uses
- Relieves joint pain and swelling from rheumatoid arthritis
- Treats pain and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis
- Protects the stomach lining during long term diclofenac therapy
- Reduces the risk of NSAID induced stomach and duodenal ulcers
Diclotol Tablet Benefits
- Combines pain relief with built in ulcer prevention in one tablet
- Reduces the need for a separate stomach protecting medicine
- Suitable for patients needing regular diclofenac for chronic joint disease
- Available in an easy to follow twice or three times daily dose
Arthritis pain sends many older adults to clinics in Lahore and Karachi every week, often after months of self medicating with plain painkillers.
Diclotol pairs diclofenac sodium, an anti-inflammatory, with misoprostol, which protects the stomach lining from ulcers that long term NSAID use can cause. Rheumatology clinics in Islamabad and Rawalpindi often prefer this combination for patients who need daily diclofenac.
Because misoprostol can trigger uterine contractions, this tablet is strictly avoided during pregnancy and requires a doctor's prescription before use.
Drug Class
- NSAID (Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug)
- Prostaglandin analogue
Diclotol tablet 50mg/0.2mg Uses in Urdu
- جوڑوں کے درد اور سوجن میں آرام دیتی ہے
- گٹھیا اور اوسٹیوآرتھرائٹس کی تکلیف کم کرتی ہے
- معدے کو درد کش ادویات کے مضر اثرات سے محفوظ رکھتی ہے
- معدے کے السر کا خطرہ کم کرنے میں مدد دیتی ہے
Diclotol tablet 50mg/0.2mg formula
- Diclofenac Sodium
- Misoprostol
How to use Diclotol tablet 50mg/0.2mg?
- Take exactly as prescribed by the doctor, usually two to three times daily
- Swallow the tablet whole with food or milk, do not crush or chew it
- Take doses at evenly spaced times to keep pain relief steady
- Avoid alcohol while on this medicine to reduce stomach irritation
- Do not stop the tablet suddenly without discussing it with the doctor
Drug Interactions
- Other NSAIDs Or Aspirin: Combining with another NSAID raises the risk of stomach bleeding.
- Warfarin And Blood Thinners: Diclofenac can increase bleeding risk when taken with anticoagulants.
- ACE Inhibitors And Diuretics: Diclofenac can reduce their blood pressure lowering effect and stress the kidneys.
- Lithium: Diclofenac can raise blood lithium levels, increasing the chance of toxicity.
Risks and warnings
- Pregnancy: Strictly contraindicated, since misoprostol can cause miscarriage or premature labor.
- Heart Risk: Long term diclofenac use can raise the risk of heart attack or stroke, especially in older patients.
- Stomach Bleeding: Despite misoprostol protection, severe stomach pain or black stools need immediate medical attention.
- Kidney Or Liver Disease: Use with caution and regular monitoring in patients with existing kidney or liver problems.
- Breastfeeding: Avoid unless the prescribing doctor confirms it is safe for the nursing mother.
Side Effects
- Stomach pain or cramping
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Menstrual spotting or irregular bleeding
- Skin rash
Storage Conditions
Store Diclotol below 25°C to 30°C in a dry place away from direct light. Keep the tablets in their original blister pack until use. Keep out of reach of children and discard any expired strips.
