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DiThol

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Overview

What is DiThol?

Diclofenac sodium topical solution 1.5% is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, available as a clear, colorless to faintly pink-orange solution for topical application.

Diclofenac sodium topical solution contains 1.5% w/w diclofenac sodium, a benzeneacetic acid derivative that is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), designated chemically as 2-[(2,6-dichlorophenyl)amino]-benzeneacetic acid, monosodium salt. The molecular weight is 318.14. Its molecular formula is CHClNNaO and it has the following structural formula:

Each 1 mL of solution contains 16.05 mg of diclofenac sodium. In addition, diclofenac sodium topical solution contains the following inactive ingredients: dimethyl sulfoxide USP (DMSO, 45.5% w/w), ethanol, glycerin, propylene glycol and purified water.



What does DiThol look like?



What are the available doses of DiThol?

Diclofenac sodium topical solution 1.5% w/w

What should I talk to my health care provider before I take DiThol?

Pregnancy:

Infertility:

How should I use DiThol?

For temporary relief of minor aches and pains of muscles and joints associated with • simple backache • arthritis • strains• bruises • sprains

• Adults and children 2 years of age and older: Apply to affected area not more than 4 times daily in one direction, not circular. • Children under 2 years of age, consult a physician • Massage not necessary • Shake well before use


What interacts with DiThol?

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What are the warnings of DiThol?

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What are the precautions of DiThol?

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What are the side effects of DiThol?

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What should I look out for while using DiThol?

Diclofenac Sodium is contraindicated in the following patients:

For external use only

Flammable

When using this product

Stop use and consult a doctor if

If pregnant or breast-feeding,


What might happen if I take too much DiThol?

Symptoms following acute NSAID overdosages have been typically limited to lethargy, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, and epigastric pain, which have been generally reversible with supportive care. Gastrointestinal bleeding has occurred. Hypertension, acute renal failure, respiratory depression, and coma have occurred, but were rare. [].

Manage patients with symptomatic and supportive care following an NSAID overdosage. There are no specific antidotes. Emesis is not recommended due to a possibility of aspiration and subsequent respiratory irritation by DMSO contained in diclofenac sodium. Consider activated charcoal (60 to 100 grams in adults, 1 to 2 grams per kg of body weight in pediatric patients) and/or osmotic cathartic in symptomatic patients seen within four hours of ingestion or in patients with a large overdosage (5 to 10 times the recommended dosage). Forced diuresis, alkalinization of urine, hemodialysis, or hemoperfusion may not be useful due to high protein binding.

For additional information about overdose treatment, contact a poison control center (1-800-222-1222).


How should I store and handle DiThol?

StorageStore at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)StorageStore at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F)Diclofenac sodium topical solution 1.5% w/w is supplied as a clear, colorless to slightly pink-orange solution containing 16.05 mg of diclofenac sodium per mL of solution, in a white bottle with a white dropper cap.