What is Apo Diclo Rapide used for?

This medication is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Typically, it is used to relieve inflammation and pain. It may also be used for the relief of osteoarthritis, as well as for other uses.

What is diclofenac potassium pills used for?

It is used to treat muscle aches, backaches, dental pain, menstrual cramps, and sports injuries. It also reduces pain, swelling, and joint stiffness caused by arthritis. Reducing these symptoms helps you do more of your normal daily activities. This medication is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

What are the side effects of Apo Diclo?

it may cause nausea or, rarely, vomiting;

it may cause indigestion;
it may increase your blood pressure;
it may make your skin more sensitive to UV rays (e.g., sunlight, tanning lamps) – avoid exposure to UV rays as much as possible and protect yourself when out in the sun.

Does APO Diclo make you sleepy?

As with other NSAID medicines, Apo-Diclo SR may cause dizziness, drowsiness or blurred vision in some people. If you have any of these symptoms, do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous.

Can you drink coffee while taking diclofenac?

The i.c.v. administration of naloxone inhibited the effect of diclofenac, both separately and combined. In conclusion, caffeine produces antinociceptive synergism when administered in combination with diclofenac, and this synergism is partially mediated by opioid mechanisms at the central level.

How fast does diclofenac work?

Diclofenac takes 20 to 30 minutes to work if you take it as tablets or capsules. Suppositories take a few hours to work. There’s no difference in how well the tablets, capsules or suppositories work. The doses of diclofenac are the same for each.

Will diclofenac make you sleepy?

It happens rarely, but some people can feel tired, dizzy or sleepy when they take diclofenac. They may also have problems with their eyesight.