winding up Diclozor Generic Name: Diclofenac Gel (1%) (dye KLOE fen ak) Brand Name: Diclozor, Voltaren Overview Side Effects Dosage Professional Interactions More Pregnancy Warnings Breastfeeding Warnings User Reviews Support Group Q & A Warning This medicine may raise the chance of heart and blood vessel side effects like heart attack and stroke. If these happen, they can be deadly. The risk of these side effects may be greater if you have heart disease or risks for heart disease. However, the risk may also be raised in people who do not have heart disease or risks for heart disease. The risk of these health problems can happen as soon as the first weeks of using Diclozor (diclofenac gel (1%)) and may be greater with higher doses or with long-term use. Do not use this medicine right before or after bypass heart surgery. This medicine may raise the chance of very bad and sometimes deadly stomach or bowel side effects like ulcers or bleeding. The risk is greater in older people. The risk is also greater in people who have had stomach or bowel ulcers or bleeding before. These problems may occur without warning signs. Talk with the doctor. Uses of Diclozor: It is used to ease pain and swelling. It is used to treat arthritis. Slideshow Aging Issues: 12 of the Most Common Health Concerns Affecting Seniors What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Diclozor? If you have an allergy to diclofenac or any other part of Diclozor. If you have an allergy to aspirin or NSAIDs. If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs. If you have any of these health problems: GI (gastrointestinal) bleeding or kidney problems. If you are having trouble getting pregnant or you are having your fertility checked. If you are pregnant or may be pregnant. Do not take this medicine if you are in the third trimester of pregnancy. You may also need to avoid Diclozor at other times during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor to see when you need to avoid taking this medicine during pregnancy. If you are taking any other NSAID. If you are taking a salicylate drug like aspirin. If you are taking pemetrexed. This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with Diclozor. Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this medicine with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor. What are some things I need to know or do while I take Diclozor? Tell all of your health care providers that you take Diclozor. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. Have blood work checked as you have been told by the doctor. Talk with the doctor. High blood pressure has happened with drugs like this one. Have your blood pressure checked as you have been told by your doctor. If you smoke, talk with your doctor. If you have asthma, talk with your doctor. You may be more sensitive to this medicine. Talk with your doctor before you drink alcohol. Do not use on skin that has any problems. Do not use more than told. Unsafe side effects may happen. Do not use longer than you have been told by the doctor. Avoid sunlight on treated area. The chance of heart failure is raised with the use of drugs like this one. In people who already have heart failure, the chance of heart attack, having to go to the hospital for heart failure, and death is raised. Talk with the doctor. The chance of heart attack and heart-related death is raised in people taking drugs like this one after a recent heart attack. People taking drugs like this one after a first heart attack were also more likely to die in the year after the heart attack compared with people not taking drugs like this one. Talk with the doctor. If you are taking aspirin to help prevent a heart attack, talk with your doctor. This medicine may cause harm if swallowed. If Diclozor is swallowed, call a doctor or poison control center right away. This medicine may affect how much of some other drugs are in your body. If you are taking other drugs, talk with your doctor. You may need to have your blood work checked more closely while taking this medicine with your other drugs. If you are 65 or older, use Diclozor with care. You could have more side effects. NSAIDs like this medicine may affect egg release (ovulation) in women. This may cause you to not be able to get pregnant. This goes back to normal when Diclozor (diclofenac gel (1%)) is stopped. Talk with your doctor. This medicine may cause harm to the unborn baby if you take it while you are pregnant. If you are pregnant or you get pregnant while taking this medicine, call your doctor right away. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby. How is this medicine (Diclozor) best taken? Use Diclozor as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Do not take this medicine by mouth. Use on your skin only. Keep out of your mouth, nose, and eyes (may burn). Wash your hands before and after use. Clean affected part before use. Make sure to dry well. Put a thin layer on the affected skin and rub in gently. Do not use sunscreen, insect repellant, or other drugs on affected part. If putting Diclozor on the hand, do not wash your hands for at least 1 hour after putting on. Do not use heat or bandages on the treated part. Let the drug dry for at least 10 minutes before you cover it with clothes or gloves. Do not bathe, shower, or swim for 1 hour after putting on. Do not use on open wounds or infected skin. If you get this medicine in your eyes, wash right away with water. If you have eye irritation that lasts or a change in eyesight, call your doctor. This medicine comes with a dosing card. Be sure you know how to use it. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions. What do I do if I miss a dose? Put on a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Do not put on 2 doses or extra doses. Dosage Information (comprehensive) What are some side effects that I need to call my doctor about right away? WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect: Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat. Chest pain or pressure. Shortness of breath, a big weight gain, or swelling in the arms or legs. Weakness on 1 side of the body, trouble speaking or thinking, change in balance, drooping on one side of the face, or blurred eyesight. A very bad skin reaction (Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis) may happen. It can cause very bad health problems that may not go away, and sometimes death. Get medical help right away if you have signs like red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin (with or without fever); red or irritated eyes; or sores in your mouth, throat, nose, or eyes. Signs of bleeding like throwing up blood or throw up that looks like coffee grounds; coughing up blood; blood in the urine; black, red, or tarry stools; bleeding from the gums; vaginal bleeding that is not normal; bruises without a reason or that get bigger; or any bleeding that is very bad or that you cannot stop. Signs of kidney problems like unable to pass urine, change in how much urine is passed, blood in the urine, or a big weight gain. Signs of high potassium levels like a heartbeat that does not feel normal; feeling confused; feeling weak, lightheaded, or dizzy; feeling like passing out; numbness or tingling; or shortness of breath. Signs of high blood pressure like very bad headache or dizziness, passing out, or change in eyesight. A fast heartbeat. Very bad belly pain. Very bad back pain. Feeling very tired or weak. Flu-like signs. Liver problems have happened with drugs like this one. Sometimes, this has been deadly. Call your doctor right away if you have signs of liver problems like dark urine, feeling tired, not hungry, upset stomach or stomach pain, light-colored stools, throwing up, or yellow skin or eyes. What are some other side effects of Diclozor? All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away: Skin irritation. These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch. Side Effects (complete list) If OVERDOSE is suspected: If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. How do I store and/or throw out Diclozor? Store at room temperature. Do not freeze. Protect from light. Store in a dry place. Do not store in a bathroom. Keep all drugs in a safe place. Keep all drugs out of the reach of children and pets. Check with your pharmacist about how to throw out unused drugs. Consumer Information Use and Disclaimer If your symptoms or health problems do not get better or if they become worse, call your doctor. Do not share your drugs with others and do not take anyone else's drugs. Keep a list of all your drugs (prescription, natural products, vitamins, OTC) with you. Give this list to your doctor. Talk with the doctor before starting any new drug, including prescription or OTC, natural products, or vitamins. Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about Diclozor, please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider. If you think there has been an overdose, call your poison control center or get medical care right away. Be ready to tell or show what was taken, how much, and when it happened. This information should not be used to decide whether or not to take this medicine or any other medicine. Only the healthcare provider has the knowledge and training to decide which medicines are right for a specific patient. This information does not endorse any medicine as safe, effective, or approved for treating any patient or health condition. This is only a brief summary of general information about Diclozor. It does NOT include all information about the possible uses, directions, warnings, precautions, interactions, adverse effects, or risks that may apply to this medicine. This information is not specific medical advice and does not replace information you receive from the healthcare provider. You must talk with the healthcare provider for complete information about the risks and benefits of using Diclozor. Review Date: November 1, 2017 Next Side Effects Print this page Add to My Med List More about Diclozor (diclofenac topical) Side Effects During Pregnancy or Breastfeeding Dosage Information Drug Interactions Support Group 0 Reviews Add your own review/rating Drug class: topical non-steroidal anti-inflammatories Consumer resources Other brands: Pennsaid , Voltaren Gel , Flector Patch , Solaraze , ... +2 more Professional resources Diclozor (FDA) Diclofenac Sodium topical (AHFS Monograph) Related treatment guides Osteoarthritis} Drug Status Rx Availability Prescription only Pregnancy Category Risk depends on usage N/A CSA Schedule Not a controlled drug Diclozor Rating No Reviews - Be the first! No Reviews - Be the first! Not Rated - Be the first! 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