What is DICLOFENAC SODIUM TOPICAL used for?

DICLOFENAC SODIUM TOPICAL (brand name Diclofenac Sodium) is a NSAID indicated for See full prescribing information.

What are the most common side effects of DICLOFENAC SODIUM TOPICAL?

Reported side effects vary by individual. The side-effects section on this page lists the events most frequently reported to FDA FAERS for DICLOFENAC SODIUM TOPICAL. FAERS is voluntary reporting, so it reflects what was reported, not absolute incidence.

Is DICLOFENAC SODIUM TOPICAL the same as Diclofenac Sodium?

Diclofenac Sodium is a brand name for DICLOFENAC SODIUM TOPICAL. They share the same active ingredient and FDA-approved indications. Biosimilars and authorised generics may differ in inactive ingredients such as buffers or preservatives.

DICLOFENAC SODIUM TOPICAL

Q: How does DICLOFENAC SODIUM TOPICAL work?

DICLOFENAC SODIUM TOPICAL works through the following mechanism: 12.1 Mechanism of Action The mechanism of action of diclofenac sodium in the treatment of actinic keratoses (AK) is unknown..

NSAID

Brand names: Diclofenac Sodium

Topical

Mechanism of Action

12.1 Mechanism of Action The mechanism of action of diclofenac sodium in the treatment of actinic keratoses (AK) is unknown.

Indications

See full prescribing information

Contraindications

• 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS Diclofenac sodium topical gel is contraindicated in the following patients: With known hypersensitivity (e.g.
• anaphylactic reactions and serious skin reactions) to diclofenac or any components of the drug product [see Warnings and Precautions ( 5.1
• 5.3
• 5.10 ) and Description ( 11 )] With the history of asthma
• urticaria

FDA Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Anaphylactic Reactions: Seek emergency help if an anaphylactic reaction occurs
1 ) Exacerbation of Asthma Related to Aspirin Sensitivity: Diclofenac sodium topical gel is contraindicated in patients with aspirin-sensitive asthma
2 ) Serious Skin Reactions: Discontinue diclofenac sodium topical gel at first appearance of skin rash or other signs of hypersensitivity
15 ) Hepatoxicity: Inform patients of warning signs and symptoms of hepatotoxicity

Known Side Effects

7 documented side effects by frequency

Drug Not Working

>10%

Fatigue

1-10%

Joint Pain

1-10%

Rash

1-10%

Nausea

1-10%

Headache

0.1-1%

Hair Loss

0.1-1%

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Primary sources

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DailyMed FDA label search → DICLOFENAC SODIUM TOPICAL openFDA label JSON → DICLOFENAC SODIUM TOPICAL FAERS adverse-event reports → DICLOFENAC SODIUM TOPICAL ClinicalTrials.gov → completed Phase 2+ trials of DICLOFENAC SODIUM TOPICAL

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Formulations

Dosage Forms

Tablet

Route

Topical