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Diclofenac (Pharmacy Action) TM
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Active ingredients: diclofenac
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PHARMACY ACTION DICLOFENAC 25 diclofenac sodium 25 mg enteric coated tablets blister packWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Relief of acute pain states in which there is an inflammatory component.,Symptomatic treatment of primary dysmenorrhoea.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, enteric coated
- Oral
- round, pale yellow, enteric coated tablets plain on both sides
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 10 pack
- 20 pack
- 30 pack
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient diclofenac
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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