A-Lennon Diclofenac Tablets
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 23 March 1995
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Management of pain and inflammation in various conditions.
Dosage (summary)
25-50 mg three times daily for adults; 100 mg suppository each evening.
Onset of Action / Duration
Onset: 1.5-2 hours, Duration: 1.2-1.8 hours
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Safety not established; use with caution.
Key Drug Interactions
- High dose methotrexate
- Aspirin
- Lithium
- Digoxin
- Glucocorticoids
Contraindications
- Porphyria
- Children under 2 years
- Active gastrointestinal bleeding
- Severe hepatic or renal impairment
Common side effects
- Gastrointestinal disorders
- Headache
- Skin rashes
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
Counselling Points
- Take with food
- Do not divide suppositories
- Monitor for gastrointestinal symptoms
Serious warnings
- Risk of renal dysfunction in certain patients
- Caution in cardiovascular disease
- Potential for fluid retention
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