Ranbaxy Difnal K 50mg Tablet

Ranbaxy Difnal K 50mg Tablet contains diclofenac potassium 50mg, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve pain, swelling, and inflammation associated with conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, muscle strain, back pain, and other acute painful conditions. Diclofenac potassium is the faster-dissolving potassium salt form of diclofenac, which is generally absorbed more quickly than diclofenac sodium, making it a useful option when faster onset of pain relief is needed.

As Ranbaxy Difnal K 50mg Tablet is a prescription-only NSAID, it is supplied through DoctorOnCall only after an online consultation with a doctor, who will review your medical history, current medications, and risk factors such as stomach ulcers, kidney or heart problems, before confirming the appropriate dose and duration of treatment for you.

Diclofenac potassium works by inhibiting cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes, which reduces the production of prostaglandins, the chemical messengers in the body responsible for causing pain, swelling, and inflammation at the site of injury or joint disease; because it is formulated as the potassium salt, it dissolves and is absorbed into the bloodstream faster than diclofenac sodium, generally providing quicker relief of acute pain.

Take Ranbaxy Difnal K 50mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor, swallowing the tablet whole with a full glass of water, preferably with or after food to reduce the risk of stomach irritation, and do not exceed the dose, frequency, or duration recommended by your prescribing doctor.

The typical adult dose is 50mg taken two to three times a day, adjusted by your doctor according to the condition being treated and your individual response, and the lowest effective dose should be used for the shortest duration necessary to control symptoms.

Ranbaxy Difnal K 50mg Tablet is generally stable for up to 2 to 3 years from the date of manufacture when unopened, so always check the expiry date printed on the blister strip or carton before use.

Store Ranbaxy Difnal K 50mg Tablet below 30°C in a dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture, and keep it out of the sight and reach of children.

• Active or history of peptic ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding
• Known hypersensitivity to diclofenac, aspirin, or other NSAIDs, including NSAID-induced asthma
• Severe heart failure, kidney impairment, or liver impairment
• Third trimester of pregnancy
• Active bleeding disorders
• Concurrent use with other NSAIDs unless directed by a doctor

• Other NSAIDs or aspirin, which increase the risk of stomach irritation and bleeding when combined
• Anticoagulants such as warfarin, which may have an increased bleeding risk when taken with diclofenac potassium
• ACE inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers, and diuretics, which may have reduced effectiveness and increased kidney strain when combined with diclofenac potassium
• Lithium and methotrexate, whose blood levels may rise to unsafe amounts with concurrent NSAID use
• Alcohol, which may increase the risk of stomach irritation and bleeding

• Take with or after food to help reduce stomach irritation
• Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor or for longer than advised
• Seek medical attention promptly if you notice black or bloody stools, severe stomach pain, or vomiting blood
• Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart, kidney, or liver problems before starting treatment
• Avoid combining with other pain relievers containing NSAIDs unless advised by your doctor
• Attend follow-up appointments as advised, especially for long-term use

Ranbaxy Difnal K 50mg Tablet is generally reserved for short-term or doctor-directed longer-term management of pain and inflammation where an NSAID is considered appropriate after weighing individual risk factors. Because NSAIDs carry cardiovascular and gastrointestinal risks that increase with dose and duration of use, DoctorOnCall’s doctors assess each customer through an online consultation to confirm suitability and appropriate monitoring before this medicine is dispensed.