Cataflam: Agent for Rheumatoid Arthritis

If you have recently suffered from rheumatoid arthritis, and your doctor has prescribed your Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium), or if you are simply trying to learn more about this prescription medicine, then this literature will prove beneficial to you. Rheumatoid arthritis is when the body attacks your joints for no specific reason. It can be an extremely painful and uncomfortable experience. Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) is for the treatment of the signs and symptoms that are associated with rheumatoid arthritis. Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) comes in tablet form, which is enteric coated. Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) tablets are light brown, round pills that come in the strength of fifty milligrams.

To treat rheumatoid arthritis, Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) is given in 150-200 milligram increments per day in three to four divided doses. If your doctor has prescribed Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) for the treatment of the signs and symptoms associated with osteoarthritis, then 100-150 milligrams of your prescription medication are given per day in two to three divided doses. To treat a condition known as ankylosing spondylitis (spinal and joint inflammation), one hundred milligrams of Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) are given per day in two dived doses. If Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) is being used as an analgesic for primary dysmenorrehea (painful menstruation), then the usual dose that is recommended is fifty milligrams, which are given three times a day. Your doctor may prescribe an initial dose of 100 milligrams which would be given on the first day.

Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) is believed to work by stopping the action of the prostaglandin that may be involved in the inflammatory effect. Peak levels of Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) are reached in one hour. This prescription medication dissolves in your stomach. Taking aspirin with Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) is not wise, because aspirin increases the plasma clearance of Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium). Other drugs, other than aspirin, that can cause the same negative effect and should be avoided are methotrexate, digoxin, cyclosporine, and lithium. Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) may stop the action of some diuretics. Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) may also increase potassium levels with used with any medications that involve potassium, or even potassium-sparing diuretics. Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) is never to be used with other anti-inflammatory medicines.

Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) should not be used in patients who have shown any kind of allergic reaction to any ingredient in this prescription medication, as well as any negative reaction to any other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Serious stomach problems may occur when using Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium), such as ulcer formations, bleeding, and stomach perforation when using this medication for a long time. Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) may also cause enzyme counts to become elevated and therefore causing liver dysfunction. Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) should not be used if you are a patient with hepatic porphyria. Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) may make patients more prone to renal toxicities. Some patients who have used Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) experienced edema and fluid retention. Other side effects that can occur in your body while using Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) include nausea, indigestion, constipation or diarrhea, headache, abdominal cramping, and fluid retention. If you experience any of these side effects, and they become especially bothersome or severe, contact your doctor immediately.

Keep in mind that Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) is absorbed faster on an empty stomach, but if you experience any stomach upset upon taking Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium), you may take it with food or milk...just now that the onset of action will be delayed. If you drink alcohol while taking Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium), the ulcer-inducing effect will be increased. Avoid aspirin or other products containing aspirin while taking this prescription medication. Store Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) in a cool, dry place away from children and sunlight. Sunlight may lessen the potency of this and many other medications. If you miss a dose of Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium), take it as soon as your remember, unless it's closer to the time of your next dose. Never double dose on Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium). With proper use and compliance, Cataflam (Diclofenac Potassium) can lessen the inflammation in your body, while helping to lessen the pain that is associated with that.