Diclofenac Potassium (Cont.)

How Does Diclofenac Potassium Work?

Diclofenac potassium and other NSAIDs work by inhibiting the action of certain hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. These hormones are called prostaglandins.
 

Diclofenac Potassium Effects

By blocking the effects of prostaglandins, diclofenac potassium is useful at reducing pain, inflammation, and joint swelling associated with different forms of arthritis and other diseases.
 

Diclofenac Potassium: When and How Do I Take It?

Some general considerations for when and how to take diclofenac potassium include:
 
  • Diclofenac potassium comes in tablet form that is taken by mouth.
     
  • Your diclofenac potassium dosage should be taken with a glass of water. Taking it with milk or food may prevent stomach upset.
     
  • Do not break, chew, or crush the diclofenac potassium tablets.
     
  • For the treatment of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis symptoms, it may take diclofenac potassium several weeks to begin working to its full potential.
     
  • It is important to take the lowest effective dose for the least amount of time in order to treat your condition. This will decrease the chances of serious side effects occurring.
     
  • Diclofenac potassium should be taken at the same time each day to maintain an even level of medicine in your blood.
     
  • For diclofenac potassium to work properly, you have to take it as prescribed. Diclofenac potassium will not work if you take it in a way other than how your healthcare provider has prescribed.
     
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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