Diclofenac sodium delayed‑release 75 mg (often written as “diclofenac sod DR 75 mg”) is a nonsteroidal anti‑inflammatory drug (NSAID). It’s used to reduce pain and inflammation in conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and other painful inflammatory conditions. The delayed‑release (DR) form is designed to release the medicine slowly so it can be taken less often.
Key points:
- Typical adult dosing (as prescribed): often 75 mg once daily, but some regimens use 75 mg twice daily or up to a total of 150 mg per day. Always follow your doctor’s instructions and the label.
- How to take: swallow the tablet whole with water. Do not crush or chew a DR tablet. Take with food or milk to lessen stomach upset.
- Common side effects: upset stomach, heartburn, nausea, diarrhea. More serious but less common effects include ulcers/bleeding in the stomach or intestines, kidney problems, high blood pressure, and allergic reactions.
- Who should avoid it or use with caution: those with active stomach/duodenal ulcers or GI bleeding, significant kidney or liver disease, heart failure, a history of NSAID allergy, or who are in the later stages of pregnancy. Diclofenac can interact with many medicines (anticoagulants, other NSAIDs, certain antidepressants, diuretics, ACE inhibitors, etc.).
- Important safety: not all diclofenac products are the same; dosing and precautions depend on the exact preparation and your condition. If you’re pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, talk to a clinician before use.
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