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Olfen gel 10mg
- Scientific Name: Diclofenac Sodium 10mg.
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- Type: Gel
- Producing Company: Mepha
Medicine Description
Diclofenac Sodium Mechanism of Action of Diclofenac Sodium Diclofenac possess analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic action. It inhibits the enzyme cyclo-oxygenase and there by inhibits the synthesis of Prostaglandins (PGs). It is more potent against cyclo-oxygenase-2 enzyme as compared to other NSAIDs like Indomethacin, Naproxen etc. It reduces intracellular concentrations of free arachidonic acid in leukocyte by altering its release or uptake. . Interactions for Diclofenac Sodium Lithium & Digoxin : Blood levels of lithium and digoxin increased leading to enhanced efficacy and posible toxicity. Diuretics : Inhibits diuretics but efficacy of potassium sparing diuretics enhanced. Methotrexate : Toxicity enhanced. Salicylates : Efficacy of salicylates reduced. Cyclosporine : Increases nephrotoxicity of both agents. Hydantoins : Increases serum levels resulting in toxicity.
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Medicine Description
Diclofenac Sodium Mechanism of Action of Diclofenac Sodium Diclofenac possess analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic action. It inhibits the enzyme cyclo-oxygenase and there by inhibits the synthesis of Prostaglandins (PGs). It is more potent against cyclo-oxygenase-2 enzyme as compared to other NSAIDs like Indomethacin, Naproxen etc. It reduces intracellular concentrations of free arachidonic acid in leukocyte by altering its release or uptake. . Interactions for Diclofenac Sodium Lithium & Digoxin : Blood levels of lithium and digoxin increased leading to enhanced efficacy and posible toxicity. Diuretics : Inhibits diuretics but efficacy of potassium sparing diuretics enhanced. Methotrexate : Toxicity enhanced. Salicylates : Efficacy of salicylates reduced. Cyclosporine : Increases nephrotoxicity of both agents. Hydantoins : Increases serum levels resulting in toxicity.
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