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Description and Brand Names
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US Brand Name
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Descriptions
Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug NSD that serves to alleviate mild-to-moderate pn. Additionally, it helps in managing symptoms associated with arthritis such as inflammation, swelling, stiffness, joint discomfort, and enhancing mobility. The medicine does not cure the condition but assists in providing relief while you are taking it.
This medication is also utilized for treating ankylosing spondylitisa type of arthritis affecting the joints along the spineand other pnful conditions like menstrual cramps.
Moreover, diclofenac can be used to alleviate acute migrne attacks, both with or without auras. It does not prevent or reduce the frequency of migrnes but offers temporary relief when they occur in adults.
This drug is avlable exclusively by prescription from your healthcare provider.
Avlable forms:
Capsule
Tablets - in enteric-coated and exted-release forms
Powder for Solution oral
Liquid-filled capsules
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