Diclofenac Potassium: Dosing
The dose of diclofenac potassium that your healthcare provider recommends will vary depending on a number of factors, including:
- The medical condition being treated
- Other medical conditions you may have
- Other medications you may be currently taking.
As always, do not adjust your dose unless your healthcare provider specifically instructs you to do so.
Diclofenac Potassium Side Effects
(The diclofenac potassium side effects listed below are NOT a complete list of possible side effects of diclofenac potassium. Your healthcare provider can discuss a more complete list of side effects with you.)
As with any medicine, there are possible side effects with diclofenac potassium. However, not everyone who takes diclofenac potassium will experience side effects. When people do develop Diclofenac potassium side effects, they are generally minor and either require no treatment or can easily be treated by your healthcare provider.
Common side effects with diclofenac potassium include:
- Abdominal pain (or stomach pain)
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Heartburn or indigestion (dyspepsia)
- Gas
- Unexplained bleeding
- An ulcer in the stomach or intestines (peptic ulcer)
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Anemia
- Dizziness
- Swelling
- An increase in liver enzymes
- Headache
- Itching
- Unexplained rash
- Ringing in the ears (tinnitus).
Less common but serious side effects include:
- Cardiovascular problems, including a heart attack or stroke
- Stomach or intestinal problems, including bleeding, ulcers, or a hole (known as a perforation)
- Liver damage
- Kidney problems, including kidney failure
- Fluid retention
- Congestive heart failure
- Allergic reaction
- Unexplained rash.
These possible side effects are seen with all
NSAIDs and can lead to life-threatening complications or even loss of life.
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