Do not take Diclofenac Sandoz if you are breast-feeding. It can be harmful to your baby.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\nDriving and using machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Diclofenac Sandoz has not been shown to affect your ability to drive or use machines.
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However, if you experience side effects such as vision problems, dizziness, or drowsiness (see section 4), do not drive or use motor vehicles.
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You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention. One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or side effects. Descriptions of these effects and side effects can be found in other sections. Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Diclofenac Sandoz contains lactose, hydrogenated polyacrylic castor oil, and sodium<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This medicine contains castor oil, which may cause stomach upset and diarrhea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This medicine contains less than 1 mmol (23 mg) sodium per enteric-tablet, ie essentially ‘sodium-free ‘.
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How to use Diclofenac Sandoz<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.
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Your doctor will tell you how many tablets to take and how long to treat. It is important to take the lowest dose that relieves the inflammation\/pain for the shortest possible time. Depending on how you initially respond to treatment, your doctor may suggest an increase or decrease in dose one. Never exceed the dose recommended by your doctor.
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The recommended dose is:<\/strong>
<\/p>\n\n\n\nAdults (over 18 years)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n- Rheumatic joint pain ( arthritis ): Treatment is started with 150 mg diclofenac sodium daily, the maintenance dose for long-term treatment is 75 mg-100 mg daily.<\/li>
- Joint degeneration ( osteoarthritis ): Treatment is started with 100 mg-150 mg daily, depending on the degree of pain. The maintenance dose for long-term treatment is 75 mg \u2013 100 mg daily.<\/li>
- Painful frozen shoulder, painful inflammation, and swelling e.g. after dental surgery or other surgery: Treatment is started with 150 mg daily, depending on the degree of pain. The maintenance dose will be gradually reduced depending on the degree of pain.<\/li>
- Severe menstrual pain: Initially, 50 mg \u2013 100 mg is recommended. Treatment is started at the first sign of menstrual pain. Continue taking 50-150 mg daily (maximum 50 mg three times a day) for a few days. If the maximum dose of 150 mg is not effective during 2-3 menstrual periods, your dose may be increased to 200 mg per day at the next menstrual period.<\/li>
- Diseases associated with fever, especially with short-term treatment as a supplement when infection occurs during chemotherapy: A daily dose of 0.5 mg diclofenac sodium per kg body weight is recommended, divided into 2-3 doses.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Use for children<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n- Rheumatic joint pain ( arthritis ): A daily dose of 1.5-2 mg diclofenac sodium per kg body weight is recommended, divided into 2-3 doses.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Elderly (over 65 years)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nElderly people are at greater risk of side effects from NSAIDs such as DiclofenacSandoz, so older people must take the lowest possible dose of one of these drugs that affect.
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Method of administration<\/strong> :<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe enteric tablets should be swallowed whole, together with the liquid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The tablets can be taken with a meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The tablets must not be crushed or chewed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If the symptoms are more bothersome during the night or directly in the morning, your doctor may suggest that you take the enteric tablets in the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you take more Diklofenak Sandoz then you should<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g. If a child has inadvertently ingested the medicine, contact a doctor, hospital, or the Poison Information Center for risk assessment and advice. You may need medical attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Signs of overdose may include vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness, ringing in the ears ( tinnitus ), cramps or severe abdominal pain, bloody or black stools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you forget to take Diclofenac Sandoz<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember to take it. If it is almost time for your next dose at the time you realize you forgot the previous dose, then take the next dose at the normal time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
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If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
4. Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
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Serious side effects are<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\nIf any of the following serious side effects occur, stop taking this medicine and tell your doctor immediately or go to the emergency department of your nearest hospital. <\/strong>You may need urgent medical attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n- severe pain in the stomach or intestines, bloody or black stools, vomiting of blood<\/li>
- unusual bleeding or bluish, which may be a sign of decreased platelet count<\/li>
- high fever or persistent sore throat (possible signs of white blood cell deficiency ( agranulocytosis ))<\/li>
- the severe allergic reaction that causes difficulty breathing, dizziness, swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, or throat often associated with rash and itching<\/li>
- wheezing and the feeling of tightness in the chest (signs of asthma )<\/li>
- stiff neck (signs of meningitis )<\/li>
- seizures<\/li>
- high blood pressure<\/li>
- red or purple skin (possible signs of vascular inflammation), skin rash with blisters, blisters on lips, eyes, and mouth, inflammation of the skin with flaking or flaking<\/li>
- yellowing of the skin or eyes (signs of hepatitis )<\/li>
- blood in the urine, excess protein in the urine, a severe decrease in the amount of urine (signs of kidney effects)<\/li>
- inflammation of the pancreas which leads to severe pain in the abdomen or back ( pancreatitis )<\/li>
- sudden onset and severe headache, nausea, dizziness, numbness, inability or difficulty speaking, paralysis (signs of stroke )<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The serious side effects mentioned above are rare<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people) or very rare<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 users).<\/p>\n\n\n\n- Severe heart problems such as chest pain and shortness of breath (signs of heart attack or heart failure ) are less common<\/strong> (may affect 1 in 100 people).<\/li>
- Chest pain, which may be a sign of a potentially serious allergic reaction known as Kuoni’s syndrome ( has been reported<\/strong>, occurs in an unknown number of users).<\/li>
- Mild abdominal cramps and soreness that begin shortly after starting treatment with Diclofenac Sandoz and are followed by rectal bleeding or bloody diarrhea, usually within 24 hours of the onset of abdominal pain ( reported, occurring in an unknown number of users).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Other side effects are<\/strong>
<\/p>\n\n\n\nCommon<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- headache, dizziness<\/li>
- nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, abdominal pain, flatulence, loss of appetite<\/li>
- liver function (which can be shown, for example, in the level of transaminase in blood samples)<\/li>
- rash<\/li>
- dizziness<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Uncommon<\/strong> (may affect 1 in 100 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- palpitation<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Rare<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- somnolence<\/li>
- abdominal pain<\/li>
- itchy rash<\/li>
- swelling of arms, hands, legs, and feet ( edema )<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Very rare<\/strong> (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n- reduction in red or white blood cells, with symptoms such as paleness, tiredness, dark urine, light stools, increased risk of infection s<\/li>
- impaired orientation, depression, anxiety, difficulty sleeping, nightmares, irritability, lost contact with reality (mental disorders)<\/li>
- an ant crawls in hands or feet, memory disorders, tremors<\/li>
- changes in taste, vision, hearing (such as ringing sounds in the ears), and balance<\/li>
- inflammation of the lungs causing shortness of breath and chest pain ( pneumonitis )<\/li>
- constipation or other intestinal problems including colitis (with symptoms such as persistent diarrhea), or worsening of pre-existing inflammatory bowel diseases<\/li>
- sore mouth, sore tongue, sore esophagus<\/li>
- ulcer in the esophagus (a tube that passes food from the throat to the stomach)<\/li>
- hives, itching, unusual sensitivity to sunlight, resulting in red, swollen skin with blisters<\/li>
- hair loss<\/li>
- severe liver problems<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
Drugs such as Diclofenac Sandoz may be associated with a small increased risk of heart attack (heart attack) or stroke.
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5. How to store Diclofenac Sandoz<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
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Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the blister and carton after EXP. The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.
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Do not store above 30 \u00b0 C.
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Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
6. Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\nContent declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The active substance is diclofenac sodium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Each enteric- containing tablet contains 50 mg of diclofenac sodium.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
The other ingredients are colloidal anhydrous silica, microcrystalline cellulose, lactose monohydrate , magnesium stearate, maize starch, povidone K30, sodium starch glycolate type A, hypromellose, hydrogenated poloxyl castor oil, yellow iron oxide (E172), titanium dioxide ( (methacrylic acid copolymer), macrogol 8000, silicone antifoam emulsion (dimethylpolysiloxane and silica).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What the medicine looks like and contents of the pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Light brown, round, slightly biconvex enteric tablet with rounded edges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pack sizes: 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 100, 100 x 1 or 500 enteric tablets in PVC \/ PE \/ PVDC \/ Aluminum blisters.
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Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Sandoz GmbH, Biochemiestrasse 10, A-6250 Kundl, Austria
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