The medicine "Diklovit" (reviews note that this tool helps to quickly relieve pain and inflammation, is well tolerated by the body) refers to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Helps to cope with malaise and inflammation. It is used no more than five days and only as prescribed by the doctor.
Release form, composition
The drug "Diklovit" (reviews claim that the drug has an affordable cost, and you can buy it at each pharmacy) has three forms of release. These are capsules, gel and rectal suppositories.
The capsule contains the active substance diclofenac sodium and water-soluble vitamins, including: thiamine hydrochloride, pyridoxine hydrochloride, cyanocobalamin. In addition to the active ingredients, tablets also contain secondary substances:
- povidone;
- methacrylic acid;
- talc;
- triethyl citrate;
- red and yellow iron oxide;
- titanium dioxide;
- gelatin.
Capsules are oval. Their body is hard, gelatinous. On the one hand, they are painted in ivory, on the other - in brown. Capsules have a size of No. 1. The tablets are packed in aluminum blisters of 10 pieces. A total of 30 pills and instructions for use. People in the reviews of the Diklovit tablet are called a real salvation for osteochondrosis, but they are advised to take them after meals so as not to damage the mucous membrane of the stomach.
The gel contains the active substance diclofenac sodium. Its secondary components are: lactic acid, ethanol, isopropanol, sodium disulfite, trolamine, carbomer and purified water. The gel itself is transparent with a light cream tint. It is produced in aluminum and polyethylene tubes of 20, 30, 40 and 50 g. For sale, the tube is packaged in a cardboard box along with instructions.
Suppositories contain the active substance - diclofenac sodium. A minor component is solid fat. Suppositories have a white tint and a torpedo shape. Packed in five pieces in a blister strip blisters. 1 or 2 blisters are placed in a cardboard box.
Pharmacology
Women who leave about the drug "Diklovit" consider it to be an effective remedy for dysmenorrhea. According to them, candles, after the first injection, eliminate pain and discomfort. They relieve pulling pain in the lower abdomen. Other forms of the drug give a good result in the treatment of pain.
Diklovit has anti-inflammatory, antipyretic and analgesic effects. Selectively inhibits cyclooxygenase 1 and 2, which disrupts the production of arachidonic acid. It reduces the number of prostaglandins in the area of inflammation.
In case of joint pathology, Diklovit reduces pain. It has anti-inflammatory effect. Reduces their stiffness and swelling of the tissue. Positive effect on the health of joints.
In case of injury and after surgery, the drug reduces the severity of pain, inflammation and swelling. With primary algodismenorrhea, the drug not only relieves pain, but also removes bleeding. The gel has a local anesthetic effect.
Diclovit capsules, in addition to diclofenac, contain water-soluble vitamins - these are thiamine, pyridoxine and cyanocobalamin. They are important for protein, fat and carbohydrate metabolism, are involved in the metabolism of amino acids and are essential for the nervous system of the body.
Indications for use
Indications for the use of the drug "Diklovit" are the pathology of the musculoskeletal system. These are various forms of arthritis, which are in the acute and chronic stages of development, ankylosing spondylitis. Diclovit is used (reviews of some people say that the medication negatively affects the liver, therefore it is not recommended to use it for a long period) for rheumatic tissue lesions, an acute attack of gout, osteoarthritis of the spine and joints. It is prescribed for tenosynovitis and bursitis.
"Diclovit" is used for pain of mild to moderate severity. These are myalgia, lumbar ischialgia and neuralgia. Pain syndrome that occurs after an injury and is burdened by the inflammatory process. Diclovit is used after surgery for headaches and toothaches. With migraine, adnexitis and algodismenorea. It is used in the complex treatment of inflammatory and infectious diseases of the nose, ear and throat, accompanied by pain. As a rule, it is otitis media, pharyngitis and tonsillitis.
Candles "Diklovit" also found their use in gynecology. Reviews of women note that suppositories significantly reduce pain during inflammation of the pelvic organs and reduce the inflammatory process.
The gel is used for pain in tendons, muscles and joints caused by stretching, trauma, excessive physical exertion, and bruising.
When is Diclovit not used?
The use of "Diclovit" (reviews say that suppositories act faster than tablets with diclofenac, and do not cause pain in the stomach, as they are used rectally) gives a positive clinical effect. But despite this, Diklovit preparations cannot be used for individual intolerance to the components that make up the product. The drug is contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, with ulcer and erosion of the gastrointestinal system.
The medication is not used for gastric and intestinal bleeding, for aspirin bronchial asthma and for disorders in the hematopoiesis system. The drug is prohibited with hemostasis, during pregnancy and children under the age of fifteen. The gel is allowed to be used by pregnant women in the third trimester and children from 6 years old. "Diclovit" is contraindicated during breastfeeding. Suppositories are not used for rectal bleeding, hemorrhoids, an inflammatory process in the rectum and anus injury.
Rules for using capsules
The instruction of the Diklovit tablet (reviews note that capsules should not be taken for a long period, as they can harm the gastrointestinal tract and cause side effects), it is recommended to drink during meals.
Adults are prescribed one tablet three times a day. To maintain the result, the drug is taken one capsule twice a day.
The medicine in tablets is not used for children under six years of age. At the age of six years, the medication is prescribed at the rate of 2-3 mg per kilogram of the child's weight.
Candles "Diclovit": instructions for use
Reviews note that the drug with prolonged use can cause side effects in the form of rashes on the skin.
Suppositories are intended for rectal use. They are introduced into the anus after a cleansing enema or after a natural bowel movement. After the introduction of a rectal suppository for 20-30 minutes should be in bed.
Adults and children from 15 years old should be administered one suppository from two to three times a day.
Instructions for candles “Diclovit” (patient reviews claim that the drug, in a short time, is able to remove lower back pain without the use of painkillers) can be used simultaneously with tablets containing diclofenac. With this combination treatment, the maximum dosage of diclofenac should not exceed 150 mg per day.
At the initial stage of development of algodismenorea, the drug is prescribed 1-2 times a day. Over several menstrual cycles, the dose is increased to 150 mg. This dosage is equal to 3 suppositories.
With a migraine attack, at the initial stage of development, one suppository is administered twice a day. If the dosage is ineffective, then another 100 mg of diclofenac is re-prescribed. In the next day, the daily dosage should not exceed 150 mg. The duration of therapy is prescribed by the doctor.
Rules for using the gel
People in their reviews praise Diklovit gel. They say that it is good for painful joints and quickly removes pain when sprained.
The gel is applied externally. For adults and children under 12 years of age, it is applied in a thin layer to the problem area and rubbed with a light movement of the hand. The drug is used up to 4 times a day. The amount of gel depends on the size of the problem area. A single dose of the medication should not exceed 2-4 g. This amount is equal to the size of one large cherry.
In children from 6 to 12 years of age, the gel is used no more than twice a day. A single dosage should not exceed 2 g.
The severity of the disease affects the duration of therapy. If after two weeks of using the gel the expected result could not be achieved, then you should consult a doctor to review the appointment.
Side effects
It is advised to take into account possible side effects when using Diclovit suppositories in gynecology. Reviews of the ladies claim that the drug helps to get rid of lower abdominal pain in just a few uses. Side effects from using candles occur infrequently. Nevertheless, they exist and depend on the individual tolerance of the substances that make up the drug, the dosage and the duration of therapy.
Negative phenomena were most often noted in the gastrointestinal tract. Patients were disturbed by bloating, constipation, abdominal pain, diarrhea, flatulence, nausea. When using "Diclovit" there is a chance of peptic ulcers and gastrointestinal bleeding. Perhaps an increase in "liver" enzymes, the appearance of vomiting, spotting in the feces, jaundice, dry mucous membranes. Therapy with the drug can cause cirrhosis and liver necrosis, pancreatitis, colitis, aphthous stomatitis.
When using suppositories, side effects from the nervous system are possible: depression, sleep disturbance, aseptic meningitis, constant drowsiness, irritation, disorientation in space, leg cramps, weakness, fear.
Among the negative symptoms that occur during treatment with Diklovit, tinnitus, impaired visual, auditory apparatus and taste preferences were noted. Patients were disturbed by skin rashes, itching, eczema, alopecia, toxic dermatitis, urticaria, erythema, minor hemorrhages and photosensitivity.
Side effects can occur in the genitourinary system, blood forming organs, as well as in the respiratory and immune systems. In rare cases, negative symptoms were manifested by the cardiovascular apparatus.
Overdose
With the illiterate use of the drug "Diklovit" overdose symptoms are possible. They appear in the form of a headache, shortness of breath and rapid breathing, dizziness, nausea, blurred consciousness, gag reflex, pain in the abdomen. In case of an overdose, bleeding of various genesis may occur, impaired renal and hepatic system activity.
When negative reactions of the body appear, symptomatic treatment is performed. Assign activated carbon. Hemodialysis and forced diuresis are not used, since they do not give the desired effect.
Cost
Diklovit funds have an acceptable cost. So, ten rectal suppositories can be purchased for 100-150 rubles, an ointment in a tube of 20 g costs around 100-120 rubles. The drug is sold in a pharmacy.
Analogs
If for some reason Diklovit gel and suppositories are not suitable, they will be replaced by analogues related to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs containing diclofenac. Among them:
- Diclofenac.
- Diklak.
- Diclofenac Altpharm.
- Voltaren.
- Diclofenac-MFF.
- "Naklofen."
These and other medicines can serve as a worthy replacement for Diklovita. After all, they have a similar effect and effectively remove pain.
Doctors reviews
Medical reviews about the candles "Diklovit" in gynecology are positive. Doctors note that the drug works quickly and effectively. After several applications, it removes the premenstrual syndrome. Gynecologists, this medicine is prescribed to relieve the inflammatory process in the pelvic organs and with algodismenorrhea. They note that the standard course of treatment with this medication lasts 10 days.
Often, a drug in the suppository is prescribed to patients for the treatment of joint pathologies, with sharp back pain, as well as with acute inflammatory processes. Suppositories are used in the complex treatment of diseases where pain syndrome of low and moderate severity is present.
The opinion of the Diklovit gel was divided by the doctors. Some doctors are happy to use it in their practice. They say that it effectively relieves pain, removes swelling and inflammation. According to others, the gel dries quickly and gradually turns into a film, which is why it is ineffective. Some doctors prescribe a gel in the form of compresses to enhance the effect.
Patient reviews
Almost all patients were satisfied with the effect of the drug. In their opinion, the drug quickly relieves pain, swelling and helps eliminate inflammation. It has a low cost. It gives a good result for pain in the back and joints. Suppositories have shown their effectiveness in the treatment of endometritis, algodismenorea, inflammation of the appendages and ovaries.
Some users note that the drug is not suitable for everyone and can cause allergies. According to them, candles do not always relieve pain, and with severe pain, they are useless. There are those who say that the drug has only a temporary effect and does not eliminate the cause of the disease.